Support for Greg

Two months ago, at the age of 45, Greg was unexpectedly diagnosed with cancer. We just received the devastating news that the cancer is extensive and can't be cured.

Those of you who know my Dad share our utter disbelief that someone who has always lead an extremely active and healthy life, could somehow have his future so unfairly taken away.

In fact of everyone I know, Greg is the last person I'd expect to be dealt this card. Never a smoker or drinker - Greg is one of the fittest and physically strongest people I know.

Greg spends a lot of time outdoors; camping at DOC campgrounds around NZ, bush walking, boating on Wellington Harbour, taking the dog to Raumati Beach with my Mum.

Those who know Greg, know him as a genuine, kind, gentle, honest, clever, hard-working family man with a brilliant sense of humour and many a funny yarn to tell you over a cuppa. He's always there to lend a hand, or fix it up. You wouldn't meet a better bloke.

Every year in October Dad hits the road with Mum and the dog, and sometimes us (grown-up) kids too. This year they had planned to take the car across on the ferry and visit Milford, Queenstown/Wanaka. Dad has always wanted to get down there. I want to make Dad's trip happen.

Greg has worked hard his whole life, a self-employed mechanic, and is now unable to continue working. I'd like to help Dad enjoy a trip down South without adding more financial stress to their situation.

If you can spare a few dollars to support Greg, or if you have any connections that may be able to help with this trip, I'd be so grateful. Dad loves a no frills holiday, so any leftover money that is donated will go towards living costs and alternative cancer therapies.

I'd love to help him take this trip and keep doing what he loves with his family while he can. I love you, Dad.