Testimonials

Words of support and inspiration

5 November 2007 (Day 30)

Steve Whan – Member for Monaro
What a wonderful effort for SIDS. Thank you and well done – it was a pleasure doing a couple of laps

Kim Bryant
You should be so proud. Keep up the amazing work

Jan Summerson
I envy your braveryand your family support and closeness. Keep it up

30 October 2007 (Day 24)

Kate Lundy – ACT Senator
Congratulations on your amazing walk! You are an inspiration to us all

Brian Marriott – Captain MV Southern Cross
You are a true champion

Lisa Ridgely Mix 106.3
You are an inspiration to us all. Thank you for everything. Here’s wishing you all the very best for your walk and your life after the 1000 mile journey is over

Mark Parton Mix 106.3
I always had faith in you Val, but WOW!! You’ve floored me in the last couple fo weeks. Well done

25 October 2007 (Day 19)

Gary Nairn, MP
It has been wonderful to have been part of this great challenge of yours. Your tenacity and strength is so inspiring to me and the whole community. I know you will make it

24 October 2007

Graham Eveille
Mrs Moran, you are an inspiration. I can’t imagine walking on a fractured hip. What courage and determination! Don’t give up and be happy that there are so many out there who want to help you finish

Greg Chapman & Winnunga Boxing
We’ll help and will be in your corner as long as you go on with your quest

Mike Kelly (Labor Candidate for Eden Monaro)
It takes guts to try and make a difference in this world and you have it in spades!! I will be thinking of you as we both take our strides towards destiny. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step”.

14 October 2007 (Day 8)

Annette Ellis, MP
A true inspiration! We admire and thank you

Christine & David
We won’t be in Australia to see you end your walk but will be watching the website. You are such an inspiration. Keep it going.

Andrew Achileos
You are an amazing woman. I am so proud of you and what you are doing, as everyone is. You truly are an inspiration.

10 October 2007 (Day 4)

Lynne & Peter
You are setting a cracking pace and it was fantastic to do a couple of laps with you. Keep smiling and walking through the days

9 October 2007 (Day 3)

Cathy McLean
She is what we would call in the bush “A Doer”. So good to see the old not letting go of life, and if your mum (Val) is any example – she is moving to quick for age to stop her.

8 October 2007 (Day 2)

Rev Ian Palmer
May the road rise to meet you
May the wind always be on your back
May the sun shine always on your fields
And may the Lord keep you in the palm of his hand – until we meet again

Dave Mackenzie
Best of luck with this incredible effort – hope to help you along the way

7 October 2007 (Day 1)

Gary Humphries – ACT Senator
You’re an incredible lady. I admire your drive and determination. You pay homage to your ancestor Emma with this feat. May the road rise up to meet you. Best wishes.

Jane N.

You’re the best. I know you will see it through with a smile

Pat, Michelle, Connor, Mitchell and Caitlin Lane

You are an inspiration. Keep up the dedication and determination.