Terrance Stanley Fox or otherwise known as " Terry Fox" (July 28, 1958 – June 28, 1981) , was diagnosed with bone cancer at the age of 19. In 1980 he ran The Marathon of Hope, with one leg having been amputated he embarked on a cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research. Although the spread of his cancer eventually forced him to end his quest after 143 days and 5,373 kilometres (3,339 mi), and ultimately cost him his life, his efforts resulted in a lasting, worldwide legacy.The Terry Fox Run now is held in over 80 countries with millions participating for a cause.
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| Me and Steven Tan |
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| Main Stage |
This years Terry Fox Run was held in Tasik Titiwangsa , 7th November 2010. The beauty of this run is , you don't necessarily have to run , you can skate , cycle , board , scooter , even pogo stick your way if you can. This year I was a marshal on wheels , flagging of the wheelers. This years route was only 2km but you could 10 laps if you wanted. I got a little worried for the rollers because it was still drizzling at 630am thus leaving the floor damp but that was not gonna stop us.
Despite the gloomy morning weather alot of skaters came and showed their support all for a good cause.
 All waiting to be flagged off. There were even moms with strollers . I had to remind the crowd that this was not a race , they we getting really competitive among each other.  And their off !!!!!!!      What awesome skate it was that morning , I think I did like 5 laps or so . I was really happy to see so many people turned up in . This year we had manage to raise more than RM 600 thousand for cancer research . Big ups to the event organisers , sponsors and everyone who did their part. If you had bought the t-shirt which cost only RM 25 , you had help out in The Marathon of Hope.  |
Its really beautiful to see people working hand in hand , we can change this world and make it a better place. |
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i want to go skating in Titiwangsa Park!!! HHWS with you
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