Coast to Coast for Cystic Fibrosis

Three years ago one of my best friends and greatest inspirations passed away from Cystic Fibrosis. Kim was an amazing athlete, friend and human. This year I will attempt an atheletic feat in her memory: the Coast to Coast Mountain Run.

Kim lived her life as a friend, daughter, sister, athlete, coach, inspiration, sense-checker-sounding-board-for-silly-ideas, laugher-in-stiches-on-the-grounder and role-model-of-all-that-is-good-in-the-world. There were many things that she was, but one thing she wasn't was a sufferer of Cystic Fibrosis: although she had Cystic Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis didn't have her.

One of the things that I admired most about Kim was how understanding she was of others worries and struggles. She was the person I called when I was anxious, upset or overwhelmed. She never broadcast her own troubles, nor made herself the centre of attention... So I'm here to do that for her and others like her! *mwahaha* Sorry not sorry Kimmy! ;)

Cystic Fibrosis NZ was a charity that helped Kim live her dreams. Alongside the Mark Ashfield Scholarship it helped get her to Canada to represent New Zealand at the World Under 24 Ultimate Championships. It provides counselling and emotional support for patients and their families, and it funds research into a cure. It receives little government funding and relies primarily on donations like these.

There have been countless times over the last few years that I wished for Kim's giggles, wisdom and guidance. Running has helped me through some tough times where Kim could not. I wish I had the words to articulate how grateful for your support for the Mountain Run and Cystic Fibrosis NZ I would be. This amazing charity helps hundreds of others like Kim live incredible and fulfilling lives. Please consider donating to such a wonderful cause.

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About CF:

Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, genetic condition that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. There is no cure – but treatments can help improve the lives of people with Cystic Fibrosis and ongoing research continues to fight for a cure. More information can be found here: https://www.cfnz.org.nz/