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Hair to Care for Life (Round 2)
I am donating all of my hair in honour of my late grandmother to support those special people in our lives that inspire us.
As many people may know, I have been growing my hair for the last couple years. Others may not know this is the second time I have grown it out in the last four years... I have heard all the names from bushman, to Sasquatch and even a few Jesus sightings. But it all has been for a reason. The catalyst for this was the day I found out my late grandmother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer back in 2010. Even though she wasn't going to have chemo or radiation because of her age, I knew the pain thousands of others have/are/will go through to cure themselves. So I wanted to give something back and what better than a thick lock of hair while I still have it! I will be donating all of my hair to http://www.360-hair.com/hairdonationscancer.html in Vancouver as I wanted to be certain the hair went to a good home.
I also wanted to use this event to raise awareness and funds for a great foundation that inspires myself and thousands of others in the alpine community. I became involved with the https://www.bcadaptive.com foundation back in 2012/2013 ski season. I volunteered to teach a student who has Cerebral Palsy how to ski which was one of the most inspiring moments of my life. To see his smiling face ever Wednesday for class and watch him progress from barely being able to stand up on skis, to aiding him with various tools and then finally letting him ride the mountain completely by himself was truly inspirational. We as humans can do anything we put our minds to and I want to use this event to give back to the sport that has given me so much in my life and share with those who might not normally have the opportunity because of their physical or mental challenges.
I am dedicating this event in memory of my late Omi's truly inspirational drive for life as well as to all those special people in my life who never cease to put a smile on my face. All things considered, nature and good humans are the cure for whatever ails us, those two elements together bring the positive energy into our lives when it is needed most. Thank you for the support whether it is financially, emotionally or even a prayer of thankfulness for someone who inspires you :)
Farewell where ever you may fare,
Erik
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