** HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! WE ARE HOME & SLOWLY SETTLING BACK IN **
WITH SOME IMPROVEMENTS!!!!!
Sorry it's been so long since our last update. It was hard coming home so close to Christmas without the fact that we've been covered in white stuff - snow!! We just wanted to enjoy a bit of quality time together as a family - we missed the girls tremendously and needed time out after a very hectic 8 months.
The trip to China was another roller-coaster of emotions BUT we cannot knock the treatment Keiran received. For those of you who followed Keiran's China Blog while we were away you will know how it all went. There are plenty of other things that we experienced whilst out there but will do a 'Summary' later this week or next week but for now I just want to share the improvements Keiran's had:
1) Keiran can now see letters 2.5inches in height - we are having to take him right back to basics and teach him the alphabet & introduce him to writing the letters. He can now read A, B, C, E, S, O and X!!!!! For all you sceptics out there; the sequence of letters shown are never the same - so it's not by memory! This will be a long process for him; but together with his willingness & determination I know that we will learn the rest within a short period of time.
2) Keiran's Nystagmus has calmed right down and his eyes no longer violently flicker.
3) Keiran's Bowel problems appear to be corrected. He no longer has any problems with this.
We are over the moon about the improvements/developments Keiran has had and are so very proud of everything that he's achieved. The feelings I have is so difficult to put into words - to have a child who's gone from not being able to see a written letter/word BUT now can............ It opens other possibilites; he might be able to read print one day ............ something that I/he never thought possible before he received stemcells!!!
The Dr's in China have told us we could expect more improvements over the next 6-9 months as the stemcells are immature & they need chance to grow. Back to playing the waiting game; but hopefully things will be worth the wait. Keep everything crossed for us!!!!
Thank you again to all of you who have helped Keiran get this opportunity. You've all played a massive part in him being able to see letters................what a truly amazing award for all your support/donations.
Love Hayley
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Posted: 11th January 2010
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OMG - IT'S THE NITE BEFORE WE LEAVE - WE FLY TOMORROW
We are finally packed and ready to go!!!
It's strange to think that we are flying out tomorrow & that our next update will be when we are in Qingdao!
Please click on the link to follow our journey in China:
We will update it as much as possible.
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 6th November 2009
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ONLY 4 DAYS TO GO!!!
Apologies for being quiet for the past few weeks but to say things have been manic is an understatement!!! I'm sure you can appreciate that there's alot of preparation to do. Although, I don't think I'll be fully prepared but just having the HOPE that Keiran's life could improve will be what will get me through the next few days.
I would like to take this time just to thank everyone again from the bottom of my heart for all the kindness, generosity and best wishes that you've given to Keiran & our family. The support we've received is phenonimal & I am truly grateful to every single one of you who's helped us give Keiran the opportunity to try; what could be life changing for him.
There is a chance that he will see Christmas different this year...............what an amazing present you have all played part in giving him???!!!!!!
Love Hayley & family xx
Posted: 3rd November 2009
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I'M PROUD OF MY SISTERS
I would just like to thank my two sister's, Georgia & Maddison for everything that they've done to help Mum & Dad over the past 7 months. I know that they have found it quite difficult at times and that we've all been caught up in a lot of fundraising and organising for China. Without you both helping and understanding about the stem cell treatment, I would not be going. So thank you very very much. I love you both loads and I will miss you while I'm away........but we will talk on Skype everyday.
Georgia - well done for passing your 11+. We are all very proud of you. I'm a little bit disappointed that you will not be coming to my school BUT I know that you will do really well at Grammar School, which ever one you choose to go to.
Love ya both.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 2nd November 2009
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ANOTHER SURPRISE - Mount Snowdon
WOW, my Uncle Bill signed my guestbook today and surprised us again!
John Barker from Bedfordshire Freemasons Lodge organised a sponsored climb of Mount Snowdon. He and 9 others participated in the climb and raised in the region of £3,000. Fantastic!! The climb happened a couple of weeks ago.
We would like to say a huge thank you to all the climbers & to everyone who supported them. We feel blessed and unbelievabley lucky that so many people have warmed to Keiran and we will be forever grateful to every single person. I look forward to seeing the photo's!!! Photo's can be found on my guestbook page - along with other fundraising photo's.
We would also like to say CONGRATULATIONS to Jane Baggott for swimming 10K - 30th September. Well done Jane!! Thank you to everyone who supported her with sponsorship & encorougement.
Love Hayley, Keiran & family xx
Posted: 2nd October 2009
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I'M IN TODAY'S MEDWAY MESSENGER - 2nd October
My Appeal is in the paper again today, telling everyone our amazing news that we've reached our goal. It's been an amazing 5-6 months & I am very grateful to everyone who has helped me get the chance to go to China and receive the radical treatment. I don't think I'll ever find the right words to express how happy I am!
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 2nd October 2009
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WHAT AN AMAZING WEEKEND!!
Saturday 26th Sept
Where to begin!! We had a Summer Ball on Saturday evening that my Auntie Stacey, Uncle Jason & friends Peter & John arranged for me at Bearsted Golf Club. There was a mixture of Golfers & Police Officers & my Family. I met some wonderful people and they all took the time to speak with me and gave me lots of praise. It's lovely to meet so many kind & caring people. Mum said the men looked smart in their dinner suits & the ladies looked beautiful in their evening dresses. She also said that I scrubbed up nicely in my dickie bowtie too!! The food was delicious & I even helped mum with hers. I got up on the dancefloor & danced. Peter got Mum up to speak on the microphone, but she was very nervous as I could tell in her voice - but she done well. I won a prize on the raffle & chose 'Dasiy' perfume for mum to say thank you for everything she has done for me.
We have so many people to thank for such a great evening. A massive thank you to the following:
Auntie Stacey & Uncle Jason
Peter & John for all their help
Bearsted Golf Club & Committee Members & all those who came on the evening
The Prick & Pliers Golf Society for their kind donation £250 & also for giving me the opportunity of buying golf clubs if I get some sight
Debbie Noonan for donating a 2 weeks stay in an apartment in Spain
Chris at Co-Operative Travel Care for donating a Hotel & Theatre break
Halfords
Tudor Park Hotel
The Perfume Shop
We received a wonderful surprise on the nite - Dave from Istead United Colts presented me with a cheque for £1,428.66!!! Wow - I was very surprised and would like to thank everyone at Istead United Colts who were involved in arranging & participating in a Blindfolded Penalty Shoot Out. The children were blindfolded & span around 3 times and had to kick the ball at the open goal. Dave said that everyone had a good time and that most of you missed - oops. I think it's fantastic that you had the opportunity to see the world from my eyes. Thank you to you all!!!
But most of all thank you to everyone who came along to the Ball and supported my appeal. I am forever grateful to you all! The evening raised an amazing £1,958
Sunday 27th Sept
Mum & I went to Deptford. We attended Deptford's annual Bus Pull with thanks to Mark; who's a fireman at Deptford Fire Station who put forward my cause to be one of the beneficairies for monies raised along with the Fire Brigade Benevolent Fund. We watched the Fire Brigade, Police Officers & the local pub team take on the challenge of pulling the bus 3/4's of a mile down a road (with speed bumps). It was a great turnout & the weather was good. The pub team won for the first time in 13 years and it was rather noisy when the results were announced as they were very excited. Well done to John Evelyn pub team & a huge thank you to Doug (the landlord) for organising a wonderful event.
I had a great day ................ I got to sit in the Fire Engine & hold the fire hose - which I thought was hilarious as some water came out & splashed on my legs!
Thank you to everyone who supported this event & for all those who were involved with arranging it. I'm planning on coming back next year to watch & cheer you all on again.
Love Keiran & family
xx
Posted: 29th September 2009
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WE HAVE REACHED OUR TARGET - DUE TO SO MANY AMAZING PEOPLE
We are so pleased to let people know that we've hit our target! We have been amazed and overwhelmed by people's kindness & generosity. I did not think it would be possible to raise the funds in just over 5 months - what an achievement! Wow - speechless!! We cannot thank you enough. We need to let you know that any funds raised over the amount needed for the trip/treatment will be kept in Keiran's Appeal Fund for ongoing/further medical care. It is not uncommon for patients to repeat the treatment to maximise the results.
I would just like to take the time to thank all our family & friends who have helped us fundraise & for all the support they've given us throughout this whirlwind 6 month journey. Without you all we would not be where we are today! It's times like these that you realise who your real friends are and we couldn't ask for better than you (you know who you are). Thank you to all the family - you've all been fantastic and it's brilliant how everyone's been there for us!!!
Lastly, thank you to all the kind & generous people who have taken the time to listen about Keiran and taken him into their hearts. He truly is a wonderful boy; who has appreciated every single donation that has helped him get this opportunity to go to China with the possiblity of seeing the world with his eyes for the first time!!
Love Hayley & family
xx
Posted: 21st September 2009
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SPONSORED CHEST WAX
We would like to thank Dave Hales (a friend's brother-in-law) for having his chest hair waxed & raising money for me. Jo has kindly pasted the video on You Tube (hehehe). So a huge thank you to everyone who sponsored him & also to Tanstrix in Rainham for having the pleasure of letting Dave's mother-in-law take revenge. Many thanks Dave & I hope it didn't hurt too much and that you will recover from it.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 20th September 2009
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A FANTASTIC 'FUN DAY' HAD BY ALL!!!
Nanna Jan & Bandad Neil arranged a Fun Day for me 13th September. I had a great time meeting new people & chatting to alot of friends, family & strangers. I was running one of the stalls - where people had the opportunity to play Big Jenga blindfolded against me!! It was good fun and I really enjoyed myself. Thank you Nanna & Bandad!!
We have so many people to thank for making the day possible & enjoyable. Our sincere apologies if we miss anyone!! Here it goes: Massive Thanks to:
Martin Dacey & Club Committee for letting us use Maidstone Civil Service Club facitlies
Stephen O'Connell & Mark Taylor Frances Barratt for Print Sponsorship
Roger Strudwick, Kirsteen Bristow & the Print Shop Team for design & printing of posters & flyers
The Blues Project & The Aquitaine Progression for the live music
Neil & Simon for Jujitsu Display
Karate Leasdership UK for the Karate display & delicious Thai food
Gary Kitney, Sam Clark, Polly Harnett, Neil Malins & Simon for all their help on the day
Roger Strudwick & family for the Motorcross display (Mum said I looked very grown up on the bike) & Hook a Duck
Shane Harper for Barrow of Beer & Coconut Shy
Auntie Carys for suffering the wet sponges in the stocks
Andy Mauldon, Grant Dyer & Ian Watson for the 5 a-side football competition & Tug of War
Charlton Athletic FC for entering a team for the football
Karen & Charlotte for running Quiots stall
The Butchers of Brogdale for donating the burgers & sausages for the yummy BBQ
Marc Lemezma - Magician - for keeping us amused in the evening with fantastic magic & balloon modelling
Auntie Lynne and all those who made tasty cakes
Sue, John, Debbie & Sally for selling toys & jewellery Neil for selling CD's & DVD's
A huge Thank You to all that donated prizes for the raffle & tombola prizes
Thank you also to Dad's & Nanna's colleagues at Genzyme for helping too!! Phew..........such alot of people who helped - we are very grateful to you all. Thank you to everyone who participated in the 5 a side football & to everyone who came along and supported us without you we would not have made a staggering £4,039.50. Pretty Amazing!!
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 20th September 2009
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MORE THANK YOU'S
We would like to say a big thank you to Nikki, Paul & Andy for taking on a huge challenge of climbing 'The 3 Peaks'. Unfortunately, due to an injury they could not climb the last mountain - they were completed gutted but we are so proud of them. Well done Guys - you done exceptionally well & we are pleased that nobody got too hurt. Thank you again for all that you've done & thank you to all those who supported you. There are some amazing photo's on my guestbook page of their challenge.
We would also like to say a massive thankyou to:
Russell Hearn for arranging a cricket match and it sounded like everyone had fun on the day.
Ellie Reynolds & her friends at Bilston Swimming Club for 'Swimming the Channel' - 21 miles- 1,352 lengths in the swimming pool
Laurence Doherty and his friends for their sponsored 30 mile cycle ride
Brasenose Club for holding a Quiz Nite and congratulations to 'Karen's Mob' the winning team.
Thank you to everyone who has participated and sponsored these events.
Love
Keiran & family xx
Posted: 15th September 2009
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WOW - We Are Overwhelmed!! - We've BOOKED treatment!!
We are so overwhelmed with everything that everyone is doing for us, and with the way fundraising is going we HAVE BOOKED KEIRAN'S TREATMENT IN CHINA!!!
We are very near our target and with the this month's events we are sure we will reach our goal!! Something that none of us thought we would achieve in such a short period of time. It has been 5 months and already we've reached over £30,000, which is what we thought we might have reached in 12 months. This is due to the kindness & generosity of the public through donations, however big or small, and through the dedication of everyone who has given their all to Keiran's Appeal. Through this, it is now possible for us to give Keiran the opportunity before christmas, to recieve the treatment and hopefully give him the chance to see.....................................................we have booked and are due to arrive at the hospital in Qingdao 8th November. It is exciting, but a very anxious time for us all. We are back on the roller coaster ride of emotions!! We have so much to arrange & do. The treatment is booked but we still need to book flights, visas, Jabs etc. So the next 9 weeks will be very full on. 9 Weeks sounds like a long time....................................but it'll go so quick!!
Thank you to everyone who's made it possible for us to be able to book this early. I owe everything to you!
What an amazing christmas present I can give my son???!! He's told me he thinks it would be nice if can find his own christmas presents under the tree this year. He's also requested that we pack his advent calendar before we go to China as he want's to make sure he's got normality in China and can't wait til he comes home. So when, I'm doing my packing I must not forget his chocolate calendar!! Somebody please remind me, I don't want to forget!!!
Thank you everyone!!!
Love Hayley xxxxxx
Posted: 4th September 2009
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DATE FOR THE DIARY!
***** FAMILY FUN DAY *****
Date: Sunday 13th September
Venue: Civil Service Social Club, Recreation Close, MAIDSTONE, ME14 5AZ
Time: 2pm - 11pm
Entertainment: 5 a side football, Motorcross Static Display, Indian Head Massage, Martial Arts, Face Painting & loads more.......
Attractions: Face Painting, Hook a Duck, Tombola, Bottle Stall, Craft & Toy Stalls, Raffle & more.......
**** BBQ & ALL DAY BAR ****
LIVE MUSIC from The Blues Project, The Aquitane Progression & Magic Bus
*** Please join us if you can,
for what will be a great day out for all the family!!! ***
We would like to thank Nana Jan, Bandad Neil & his colleagues at Maidstone Prison for planning this event. Also, thank you to Prison Service Charity Fund for sponsoring the event and a huge thank you to The Butcher of Brogdale, Faversham, for donating the burgers & sausages for the BBQ. We are looking forward to having a spectacular day & evening. (Please click on Family Fun Day above to link to the Poster)
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 29th August 2009
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GOOD LUCK - With 'The 3 Peaks Challenge'
We would like to wish very good friends of ours; Nikki & Paul & their friends in the team very good luck for this weekend. They have raised sponsorship and are enduring the 3 Peaks Challenge; climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Peak & Snowden. 3 mountains, 3407 meters, 500 miles, in 24 hours!!!! Thank you for taking on this challenge and helping raise money for me to get to China. I hope you enjoy your adventure and we look forward to hearing all about your journey and looking at photos. Take care & be safe!
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 28th August 2009
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BIKINI CAR WASH - BIG SUCCESS
We would like to say a massive thank you to Sammi at CandiPromotions for arranging the car wash. Unfortunately, we were unable to attend as we went camping for a couple of days. Nanny & Grandad went along to support the Candi Girls & Boys who enjoyed getting wet in the sunshine. It was a good day, enjoyed by all.
We would like to thank all the Candi Girls & Boys for giving up their Sunday afternoon, Andy @ Photo3 Solutions Ltd for taking photo's of the event, DJ Ritchie & DJ Stevie (Dirty Prankz) who provided the sounds & also to T & L Car Wash @ Stonnes Family Centre for the use of the car park. Also, to all those who came along and got their cars washed and donated money to Keiran's Appeal. You all done a fab job & raised: £TBC Thanks everyone!!!!
Love Keiran & Family xx
Posted: 27th August 2009
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AN 18- HOLE GOLF DAY FOR THE MEN was held 20th August
I would like to say thank you to Grandad Keith for arranging a Golf Day in aid of raising funds for my Appeal. Grandad and 16 others had a fun hot day on the 18 hole course at Boughton Golf Course. Thank you to eveyone who participated and well done to Uncle Dean who won the game and was presented with a trophy at the end. You all done a brilliant job and raised: £243 for my fund!!!
Love Keiran x
Posted: 26th August 2009
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BIKINI CAR WASH EVENT - Sun 23rd August
We have been very fortunate that Sammi at CandiPromotions has arranged a Bikini Car Wash to raise funds for my Appeal. If you can make it please come down and support our Appeal and meet some gorgeous Girls & Guys and have your car cleaned:
SUNDAY 23rd AUGUST 1pm till 6pm
THE VENUE IS @ STONNES FAMILY CENTRE, HALFWAY ROAD, SHEERNESS, ISLE OF SHEPPEY ME12 3AA..
♥ 30 BIKINI CANDI GIRLS
♥ 10 TOPLESS CANDI BOYS
♥ £5 MINIMUM DONATION PER CAR / BIKE
♥ BURGER VAN
♥ DJ RICHIE S & DJ STEVIE P (DIRTY PRANKZ)
♥ 1 TILL 6
SO COME DOWN AND HELP OUT A GREAT CAUSE AND SEE ALL OF OUR SEXY CANDI CREW
THE BEST WAY TO SPEND YOUR SUNDAY...
******* (DONT FORGET YOUR CAMERA) ********
I will be updating the website and sending out emails next week for our other up & coming events in September.
Once again thank you to everyone for their support.
Kind regards
Hayley & family xx
Posted: 18th August 2009
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MORE THANK YOU'S & UPDATE
We would like to say thank you again to everyone who has kindly donated and shown us a considerable amount of support. We really appreciate everyone!! A BIG THANK YOU to:
Nigel Whittacker for running the London 10K and raising a massive £925 in sponsorship for my AppealMichael Coote & colleagues at British Gas for helping by sponsoring NigelDave Costello at Jigsaw Driving School for his kind donationThe Prison Charity Fund for a wonderful surprise in donating a considerable amount of money Everyone at Brasenose Club for arranging a darts match and raising £245 & also to Megan for making & selling cakes With everyone's help we are so pleased to let you know that we have managed to raise £30,000. It's hard to believe that just over 4 months we've raised so much money. I will be in China before I know it.
Please check out our up & coming events and please come along to support us if you can.
Love Keiran x
Posted: 17th August 2009
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IT'S TIME TO SAY HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU
THOSE WHO ARE SO KIND & GENEROUS - we appreciate every token of support!!!!
Wow, what a huge amount of people who are kind and generous and really eager to help me!!! We really do appreciate each and every donation. I'm getting closer to reaching my target/getting the opportunity to go to China with the Hope of being able to see. We would like to say a VERY BIG THANK YOU to:
Dave Thompson for raising money cycling the London to Southend BikeathonAuntie Llian & Father Christmas Matt for their kind donationThe AIMShouses for raising £330 for an auction that they held to raise funds for my appealGenzyme for the various events they are arranging within the UK & the support GloballyI would also like to say a HUGE THANK YOU to Befordshire Free Masons for supporting our Appeal and to all those who have made donations and for my Uncle Bill who's been behind us 110%.
Our biggest thanks goes to everyone who has made donations to Keiran's fund! Wow - I think you are all amazing, kind, generous people. You know who you are!!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, we will be forever grateful.
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 12th August 2009
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ANOTHER BUSY WEEKEND - Friends & Family Disco
PLUS 1st STEM CELL AWARENESS DAY IN UK
We held a Friends & Family Disco on Saturday night. I really enjoyed myself. I saw friends that I hadn't seen for a few years and enjoyed chatting to some new faces aswell. I even managed to have a bit of a dance inbetween talking and drinking Fizz. My family and I would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone that came and supported us, especially those who travelled from Birmingham, Milton Keynes and afar. Hope you all had an enjoyable evening and I look forward to spending quality time with you after my visit to China.
I would like to say a MASSIVE thank you to Father Christmas Matt for providing us with the music. I really do appreciate you spending time away from Lo Lo to keep everyone entertained. Thank you also to Gareth for coming to the rescue with disco lights. WIthout you the disco would not have gone ahead. Thanks to everyone - we raised: £940 plus donations!! Thanks Guys!!!
Sunday, we got up very early to travel to Manchester for a Stem Cell Awareness Day. We met with Dakota Clarke and her family plus other families that have received the treatment and also those who are fundraising to give their children the opportunity to receive the same treatment. Mum & Dad says it was a 'surreal' day for them. They found the day very informative but emotional at the same time. I sat and listened to various talks and research surrounding the stem cell treatment and I feel at ease about what we are trying to achieve. Yes, I would like guarantee's BUT nothing ever comes with guarantees. BUT I would like the opportunity to give it a try and live in HOPE that it'll make a difference. Either way, I will be the same person, but we would have given it a shot!!!
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 11th August 2009
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A LOVELY SURPRISE - From my Auntie Eileen in SPAIN
We've just had great news from Spain!!! My Great Auntie Eileen and her friend Judy arranged a surprise fundraising event in Quesada. The Mini-Golf event took place 11th July which more than 60 people entered. Everyone enjoyed teeing off and it was followed by a meal, drinks and a sing-along.
We would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who joined in and to all those who donated raffle prizes, entertainment and venue. Thank you to the people of Quesada - you have helped us get closer to giving me the chance to see - raising £500.
Auntie Eileen & Judy our biggest thanks goes to you for arranging such a wonderful surprise. Mum couldn't help herself but cried when she heard about what you had done to help. We really are amazed at what people are doing to support us!!
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 4th August 2009
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I'VE BEEN TO SUMMER CAMP - no parents allowed!!
I've just got back from summer camp with the Action for the Blind. I had a wicked time and made some new friends!! I tried all the activities but my favourite was sailing because it was quite windy, which made us go fast; plus I was the Captain for the day. I missed my family but it was nice to be parent free for a week (no offense mum)!!!!
When I came home mum told me that she missed me BLAH, BLAH, BLAH but she also told me our new total on the fundraising for my Appeal ...................................................................
We are pleased to let you all know that, with all your help, support & donations we have raised an amazing
£22,859
Please take a look at my 'Donations' page to see our graph of how much we've raised over the past 4months and how much closer we are getting to our target. Mum's hoping that, later this month, we will know a date of when we will be going to China - watch this space.
Thank you to everyone who has helped/played a part in helping us reach our goal!!
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 1st August 2009
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TIME FOR MORE THANK YOU'S
We would like to say thank you to everyone who has made a donation. With your generousity, you are giving me the chance to possibly see for the first time! Mum's trying hard to thank everyone personally,sorry, if she misses any of you; then this is our way of saying THANKS!
A big thanks to: The Police Benevolent Fund for their kind donation
K&G Engineering for their kind donationLinda, Lance & Luke for selling jewellery and holding bootfairs - raising £300Dave & Nikki for raising money through bootfairs & to Kaizen Jewellers in Rochester for supplying goods to sell!!!Sam Brown @ Genzyme for doing the '3 Peaks Challenge' - raising £245Norton-sub-Hamdon School in Somerset - raising £247.04Saritha Shetty @ Kent Reliance Building Society for providing a 'Curry lunch' - raising £88Also a huge thank you to the children & staff at Robert Napier School who took part in the Fun Run. The amount raised was a massive £1,248.02.
I know that I'm a very lucky young man who has lots of people that care about me and they will move heaven on earth to help me have a more independent life in a sighted world. Love you all xx
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 25th July 2009
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IT'S BEEN A BUSY WEEK - Update!
Last Saturday Linda Reegan Dance School held an end of term performance for the parents to watch the children perform their lovely dances that they've been working very hard on. We would like to say a big thank you to Miss Linda for arranging this for my fund and to Miss Nina, Miss Helen & Miss Katy. Thank you to the children for agreeing to perform and I really enjoyed listening to you all enjoying yourselves. Thank you to parents who came along and supported their children and also my Appeal. You all raised £390.15 - thank you! x
On Tuesday Nanny Linda went deep into Fort Amherst Tunnels for her sponsored spooky night. We would like to say a massive thank you to her and also to Linda & Ryan O'Mallon, Emma Andrews and to the Kirsty & Becky from Gills FC ladies team for keeping her company and enduring the task of spending time in the dark, cold, haunted tunnels. Thanks go to Martin Andrews (Director of Football) for talking the girls into entering the tunnels & supporting me. Thank you to Fort Amherst for agreeing to let them spend the night.
The quiz nite went really well and we are looking forward to the next one in September. Congratulations to the winning team 'Jason & the Argonauts'. Thank you to everyone who came along, we raised £520 on the nite - FANTASTIC! Our thanks goes to; Shelia - for arranging it, Sean (the quiz master) - who kindly provided us with the quiz, Mick for securing the venue and to Brasenose Club for letting us use their facilities and for their kind offer of future events. Thank you also to Kent Reliance Building Society for supplying raffle prizes.
Love Keiran & family xx
Posted: 23rd July 2009
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I'M IN THE PAPER - The Weekly News - 18th July 2009
My story is in The Weekly News. Hopefully it will reach out to different people and make them aware of what my family are trying to do for me. Thank you Jerimiah for contacting my mum and running a lovely article on what we are trying to achieve.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 18th July 2009
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WOW - WHAT A GOOD DAY!!! - 16th July 2009
HEMPSTEAD JUNIOR SCHOOL
Where can I start with the day? I was invited to an assembly at Hempstead Junior School - Georgia, Maddie and I was presented - with a cheque for an amazing £645.20.
The money was raised through a cake sale raising over £245. Maggie Berry & her mum (thank you) held a stall at the school fayre and raised over £80 and the rest of the money was raised from collections from Yearr 6 school plays and the music festival.
THANK YOU to everyone at Hempstead School, children, teachers & parents!! All your support is very much appreciated!!! Without your support we would not be where we are now.
So a massive thank you to Mr Bignell (head teacher) and to Mrs Watson & Class 8 and the whole of Hempstead Junior School & everyone that made it possible to raise the funds most needed. We are overwhelmed by the generousity of everyone.
Unfortunately, I embarassed Georgia & Maddie by the fact that I was blubbing in assembly when I was trying to give a speach to say thank you.
Thank you everyone - all your support is very appreciated!!
TO ADD TO THE DAY;
ROBERT NAPIER - VI UNIT
Robert Napier VI Unit held a Fun Day!!
We would like to say a massive thank you to the staff in the VI unit for arranging the event.
A huge thank you goes out to everyone who participated in the event! The aim was; to run or walk a mile to help Keiran travel the 6,000 miles to China.
It was lovely to see how many people gave up their time (outside of school hours) to raise funds for Keiran. It was a very hot day and our hat goes off to the person dressed as a Bear!! There were people running in their PJ's, neon clothing and even someone being pushed about in a wheel barrow (as they could not run/walk). Thank you to everyone for taking part!! It goes to show that Keiran's liked within the school and that you all really care! The support he recieved was fantastic, and we, his family will never forget it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You being there is priceless!!
Amount raised to be confirmed Thanks everyone!
THERE'S MORE:
COLLECTION @ BEER FESTIVAL - CANTERBURY - £167
Tonight Mum, Nanny Linda & Natalie had the opportunity to collect money for my Appeal. They all done a fantastic job!! They felt shy at the beginning but soon got into the sway of things. Apparently, Nanny was enjoying chatting up the young men. Thank You to Gill for letting us collect money at the event and thank you to everyone who donated.
We collected £167 on the nite and raised the awareness of Keiran's appeal.
Nanny you done really well and I love you loads!!! Natalie - you are alway's there and we all love you too xx
Love Hayley, Keiran & family xx
Posted: 16th July 2009
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NANNY LINDA'S SPONSORED SPOOKY NIGHT @ FORT AMHERST 21st July 2009
My Nan was due to be locked up in the Police Cells on 2nd June but unfortunately, this was cancelled. However, with much hardwork from Linda O'Mallan at KRBS, Fort Amherst in Chatham have come to my Nan's rescue!!
Instead of a night in the police cells; Nan has the pleasure of staying in the spooky tunnels at Fort Amherst; which is believed to be haunted. She says she doesn't believe in ghosts but I think she might change her mind after next Tuesday.
GOOD LUCK and THANK YOU to the those who are being brave - Nanny Linda, Linda O'Mallan - Kent Reliance Building Society, Becky Lyon - GFC Ladies Team Player, Kirsty Goodall - GFC Ladies Team Player and Ryan O'Mallan . They will be entering the tunnels on Tuesday at 9pm until early hours Wed morning. A massive thank you to Fort Amherst for saving the day!!!!!!!!
If you would like to sponsor my Nan's spooky eve, please email her: Linda.Fordham@krbs.com
Love you loads Nan - you are the best!!
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 15th July 2009
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PLANNED EVENTS - Dates for the Diary!!!
Please take a look below to see what we've got planned over the next few months. More details will follow for each event:
We have arranged a Quiz Nite at Brasenose Working Mans Club, Nelson Road, Gillingham
(Teams of upto 6 cost: £5 per person )
If anyone is interested in entering a team, please contact me via the email address given above.
We also have a Family & Friends Disco planned for 8th August at Upchurch Village Hall
This is a family event - so kids can come! It will be a ticketed event and there will be a bar and a raffle. Please contact me if you wish to come along.
We have also got a Golf Day planned for 20th August, Fun Day in Maidstone - 13th Sept, Summer Ball - 26th Sept. With much more in the pipeline.
If anyone is interested in any of the above dates, please contact me and I will be able to give you more details.
Once again, thank you to everyone for supporting us. It's fantastic how people want to help!!!
Love Hayley xx
Posted: 15th July 2009
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CAKE SALE & CHARITY SALE - Hempstead Junior's & Norton-sub-Hamdon School
I would just like to say thank you and good luck to my sisters, Georgia & Maddison and Class 8 at Hempstead Junior School. They are having a cake sale at school today. Thank you to all the parents who have baked and bought cakes for the Sale. I am hoping that Georgia will buy me one and bring it home for me later .........
I would also like to thank Courtney and Yr 6 at Norton-sub-Hamdon Primary School in Somerset. They are holding a Charity Sale today to raise money for; Save The Bears and my Appeal. I hope the weather stays sunny and that you all have a wonderful time at the sale.
Courtney, I hope you don't get too many water balloons thrown at you in the stock's!! It sounds like you've been having fun with your wacky hair day, posh clothes day and wearing odd shoes to school. I wish we had days like that at my school! Wish we could be there but I will speak to you and the family very soon.
Thank you also to everyone who's sent donations - you know who you are - we really really appreciate it and without all the kindness and generousity of people I would not have the hope of sight.
Love Keiran xx
Poste: 30th June 2009
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SUMMER PARTY - 27th June
On Saturday we went to a party that our friend, Jo Stacey arranged. I had a great time and the party was enjoyed by everyone. Thank you Jo for arranging the party and thank you to everyone who came along and supported us. The party raised £525 for my Appeal.
I would also like to thank Ash from Valley Colts FC for running the raffle for me and also to Hempstead Scouts for letting us use the Scout hall for the party.
Thanks again everyone.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 30th June 2009
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GOOD FRIENDS - I've got some great friends!
Friends of mine spent a few hours on Saturday bag packing in their local supermarket. So I would like to thank Kyle, Kane, Alison, Sian, Aimee, Lynn and Eryn for giving up their time to help raise awareness and money for my Appeal. Also thank you to Somerfield in Parkgate Road, Holbrooks, Coventry and their customers for helping our friends raise £254.20.
Really looking forward to getting together in August. Mum's going to arrange something soon with your mum.
Take care
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 30th June 2009
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BRYONY SCHOOL - Fun Day for Children
I would like to say a huge Thank You to Bryony School in Rainham who had a fun day (27th June) and raffle. The children went to school in football/T-shirts, bought ice poles and fruit juices. I heard that all the children had a fantastic day.
My family and I really want to thank the children, parents & staff at the school for supporting my appeal with the fun day and your kind donations. THANK YOU - you've raised an amazing £944.56 to help get me to China! Thank you to my cousin Lisa (Mrs Coote) who arranged the day along with Mrs Phillips. Thanks guys.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 29th June 2009
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A BRILLIANT NITE @ BLUE'S ROCK
Wow, what a great night!! The costumes and music were fab, fab, fab!!!!!
Thank you to everyone who came along and made it a brilliant evening and to everyone who helped get the posters & tickets printed & distributed.
I am pleased to let you know that with the ticket sales and raffle we raised ........... £1,300. So thank you to all of you who came and helped us raise the funds for Keiran's Appeal. (photo's to be added)
A massive thank you to the following;
The Groove Junkies - Jason & John for providing great music
Blues Rock Cafe - who let us use the venue
Kent Reliance Building Society - for both raffle prizes and sponsoring the event
Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre - to the Security Guys & Cantre Management for all their help & support
Thank You to:
Tina at the Lottery Counter, Sainsburys, M&S, O2 Phone Shop and Timpsons at Hempstead Valley for donating prizes for the raffle.
Without help from kind people we would not be where we are today. Keiran and I really really appreciate all the support we are receiving.
Love Hayley x
Posted: 24th June 2009
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RIVERSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL FAYRE - Rainham
On Saturday Mum, Auntie Tamsin, Natalie and I went to my old Primary School and held a stall at their summer fayre. I was helping selling Tombola tickets with Mum while Auntie Tamsin was busy facepainting fantastic creations on children's faces. Thanks Auntie T for doing a great job. Mum said that all the faces looked really good, including hers!!
It was a really good day as I got to chat with some of my old teachers and LSA's. They couldn't believe how much I'd grown.
Thank you very much to Mrs Frame, headteacher, at Riverside Primary School and the PTFA for asking us to come and be part of the school fayre. We raised £101 from the day. Thanks everyone. Hope to see some of you again soon.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 23rd June 2009
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MORE THANK YOU'S - Everyone's been busy!!
I would like to say thank you to my cousin, Sapphire, who done a sponsored swim - 7th June. Well done Sapphire for swimming 26 lengths and raising £250 in sponsorship money for my Appeal.
Also, thank you to Uncle John and the White Boar Pub Darts Team in Bury for winning the darts league and donating money to my appeal instead of receiving trophies. Your kind donation of £312 is gratefully received and we wish you all the best with future matches.
Thank you Kyle & Kane in Coventry - for doing a sponsored bike ride - 14th June. You done really well in the blistering heat and completed the journey to raise £238.76. Thank you very much. I am looking forward to getting together with you in the summer holidays. Thank you to Alison & Mick who drove round making sure they didn't pass out in the heat and kept their refreshments going.
Thank you to Nanna Jan and Natalie for helping do a bootfair with mum and getting up early but it raised awareness and £313.
With thanks to George & Jackie Wells & Eileen Swift for their donation in memory of Eileen Kitchener. Sorry to hear of your loss and she'll be forever in your hearts.
Thank you to all that have sponsored the above events and to those who have made donations. It is with people's generosity that I will be able to go to China and have the chance to see.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 23rd June 2009
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MEDWAY MESSENGER - 8th June
Today my appeal is in the paper. There is a photo of all the lovely people who gave up their Sunday (24th May) to walk 15 miles to raise an incredible amount of money; £3,761 for my appeal. They have also mentioned our Boogie Wonderland event at Blue's. Unfortunately, I'm not able to attend this event as it's over 18's only but I will be at plenty of others!
I'd just like to say a huge thank you to everyone who is working their socks off to arrange events and raise money for me. I know it's hard work and I know it can be stressful, but my family and I appreciate everything that you are all doing to help us get to our goal.
I had an appointment at St Thomas's today in London. I had drops in my eyes and have very large pupils at the moment. It doesn't hurt but it's horrible when they put the drops in as it stings. We are now waiting for an appointment to go to Great Ormond Street to have my vision throughly screened.......so watch this space.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 8th June 2009
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MY 14TH BIRTHDAY
My birthday was yesterday and I had a fantastic time. We had some family and friends round for a Bar-B-Que and I had a fab time chatting over burgers and sausages. I love having friends and family around. The weather wasn't great but we managed to have fun in the garden and on the trampoline.
I got a wicked pair of roller skates for my Bday and I am looking forward to going to the roller rink next weeked to use them, hopefully I won't fall over too many times.
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 6th June
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TIME FOR MORE THANK YOU'S
My family and I would like to say thank you to the South Eastern Train Crew 'The Jollys' for their very kind collection that they done at the French's Bar in Hastings, who raised £260 for my appeal. Grandad said that you all looked good in your outfits and I hope you had a fab weekend!
We would like to thank all the staff that sponsored Mick from Sun Pier, HSBC Bank, Watson Day Solicitors, JHP training, RNLI, TCG, the car park users and members of his local Braisenose Working Mans Club and a big thank you to Carmel who got her clippers out and shaved off his head of hair. Together you all raised an amazing £477
Love Keiran x
Posted: 4th June 2009
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1st PLANNED EVENT - 21st June 2009
We would like to invite you to our first planned event!
The Date: 21st June 2009
The Venue: Blue’s Rock Cafe, Gillingham (next to Gillingham FC)
Time: 8pm – 12pm
Cost: £5 (all proceeds going to Keiran’s appeal)
Entertainment: Music by The Groove Junkies & raffle tickets for sale on the night
If you would like to come or if you would like more information, please contact us via email: helpkeirantosee@live.co.uk or Contact Linda on: 07757164799
WE HAVE THE CAPACITY FOR 300+ PEOPLE
PAYMENT IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE EVENT TO CONFIRM BOOKING
Tickets can be collected, posted to you or forwarded by another arrangement
ENTRY ON TICKET ONLY
We hope to see you there for a fun evening!!
We would like to say a massive thank you to Jason from The Groove Junkies for arranging this event. Also, thank you to The Groove Junkies, Kent Reliance Building Society (who are sponsoring the event) and Blues Rock Cafe.
Kind regards
Hayley x
Posted: 1st June 2009
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I'M IN THE MEDWAY NEWS - 28th May 2009
I'm in the newspaper! Mum read me the article from the Medway News and we are really really pleased with the story. I completely forgot about what I told the reporter until it was printed. I'm really lucky to have Mum and Dad, as they are working their socks off to make it possible for me to go to China. Love ya both!!
Here is the link: Medway News article .................once opened, click on the feature and it will become readable.
Take care
Love Keiran x
Posted: 30th May 2009
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MORE THANK YOU'S
We've got more thank you's to give to great people
A big thanks to: Iwade Medical Centre
Iwade Medical CentreRyan's Diner - ChathamHarvey's Newsagents - GillinghamMorecuts Butchers - RainhamThe FudgeryMick for his sponsored headshave which raised £472Terry & Pat My family and I would also like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who is helping out behind the scenes with contacting people and arranging events; so thank you very much Auntie Stacey, Auntie Kelly and Natalie. Mum said that she would be in the loonie bin if it wasn't for all your help!!! Keep up the good work and I love ya loads.
Dad and Natalie are running the Windsor half Marathon in September. I'm looking forward to cheering them on.................Natalie is in the Iwade Village News Letter
We've got an exciting event being planned for June and Mum will update the Blog at the weekend with details. Plus, I can't wait until next Frdiay as it's MY Birthday - yeah!!
Love Keiran xx
Posted: 27th May 2009
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SPONSORED 15 MILE SAXON SHORE WALK - A HUGE SUCCESS!!
WOW - what a success!! The weather was good and the turnout was phenonomal. We are very grateful to everyone for giving up their Sunday to participate in walking for just under 7 hours through nettles and corn fields to complete our first sponsored event.
We would like to say a HUGE thank you to: Mel, Steve, Sarrie, Dave, Jane, Shaun, Mum, Keith, Jason, Kelly, Dean, Lesley, Michelle, Rebecca, Isobella, Hayley, Chloe, Abbie, Lana, Jason and Natalie. Who together with myself and Keith endured sunburn and nettle rashes to raise a massive £3,800 for Keiran's fund. We would also like to thank everyone who sponsored us all on this event. Thanks Mel and Steve for mapping out the route which was fantastic.
I have posted a few photo's on the Guestbook page but will link them in soon to the blog page. Please keep checking 'My Blog' for future events etc.
Love Hayley & family xx
Posted: 26th May 2009
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I'M IN THE NEWS PAPER!!!!! - Medway Messenger 18th May
I'm in the Medway Messenger with my family!!! We are hoping that it generates awareness and helps with my Appeal.
Here is the link to: Medway Messenger article........once opened, please click on the article and it'll zoom in and will become readable.
I had just been fitted with my brace the day we had our photo taken, so I was in a bit of pain! It feels really strange in my mouth and I'm glad the pain only lasted a couple of days! Mum said that it was a lovely family photo.
I'm really excited as I'm going to Wembley to watch Gillingham play on Saturday (it's an early birthday present).
Come on you Gill's!
Love
Keiran x
Posted: 20th May 2009
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THANK YOU'S
We've got lots of thank you's to make so here it goes:
A big thank you to: The Perfume Shop
The Perfume ShopKandI Graphics - SittingbourneThe Barn Restuarant - RainhamMeirscourt Farm Shop - RainhamLoose Change - TwydallChargers Ice Hockey Club - ChelmsfordBT Communication Workers UnionWe would also like to thank Michelle for her sponsored skydive, Genzyme for their 'Coppers for Keiran', Uncle Darren for all the printing that he is doing, those who manned the car boot sale which raised £180, Mick at Sun Pier Car Park for his sponsored headshave, which raised £477 in sponsors and a massive thank you to all the staff at Kent Reliance Building Society (Sun Pier - Chatham) for the amazing response they are giving to the fundraising, we''ve been really touched by the support and events being arranged by them!!
Also, a massive thank you to all that have donated so far - you know who you are!! It is fantastic how people are supporting me and my family.
Please continue to look on 'My Blog' for future events and updates.
Love Keiran & family x
Posted: 15th May 2009
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SPONSORED 15 MILE WALK: Sunday 24th May Rainham to Iwade and back again
Mum and Dad are overwhelmed with the amount of people who want to help us raise funds.
Mum, Grandad, Auntie Kelly, Uncle Jason, Nan and some good collegues and friends are doing a sponsored 15 mile walk on 24th May starting at Rainham and walking through Upchurch, Lower Halstow and Iwade and back again. I would just like to say a massive thank you to everyone who is participating and wish you all luck. Especially Mum as the only walking she does is too and from the car - oops sorry mum!
If you would like to sponsor this event please contact my parents via the website. We will also upload some photo's of what we've been upto.
Thanks again
Love Keiran x
Posted: 11th May 2009
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UPDATE
Sponsored Event:2nd June - A nite in the Police Cells
2nd June - A nite in the Police CellsMy nanny is going to spend the night in the local police cells raising money for my fund. If you would like to sponsor my Nan please email my parents or contact Nanny direct: Linda.Fordham@krbs.com
Good luck Nanny and I hope it won't be too scarey!!
We would also like to say THANK YOU to everyone who's donated. Mum is sending personal thank you's, but to those who have donated anonymously we are very grateful to you all.
Love Keiran x
Posted: 5th May 2009
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BBC RADIO KENT - tomorrow at 10.40am interview with Dominic King
Mum and Dad have been contacted by BBC Radio Kent and are going to be LIVE on air at 10.40am tomorrow. I won't be able to listen to it as I will be at school but I wish them lots of luck as I know Mum is a little bit nervous about it. I know she and Dad will do me proud.
You can listen to the interview with Dom and also check the BBC Radio's noticeboard for more information.
Love Keiran x
Posted: 30th April 2009
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IT'S A BUSY TIME.................so much going on and much much more to be planned!!!
There are various sponsored events taking place over the next few months they are as follows:
SkyDive, The Three Peaks Challenge, Mount Snowdown climb, Half Marathon and London 52mile Bikeathon. If you would like to sponsor any of these events or would like any more information please contact me.
There are also a number of fundraising initiatives being organised from a summer dinner ball, discos, quiz night, bag packing, dress down days at work, auction of promises, raffles and lots more. Will update with details when dates have been arranged. Please look out for updates for future planned events.
Once again please contact me if you require any further information.
Thanks again x
Posted: 30th April 2009
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FUNDRAISING LITERATURE
Just to let you know that we now have Sponsor Forms for those of you who have kindly offered to do a fundraising event for Keiran. Please email me if you would like me to forward you a copy.
We also have Posters and Flyers available!! If you would like any to distribute to your friends or family or to put up in your office or work place, please contact me and I will send them on to you.
Many thanks xx
Posted: 29th April 2009
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THANK YOU's
We would like to say a big thank you to everyone for sending out information about Keiran's website and what we are trying to achieve. Also thank you to everyone who has written on his guestbook page wishing us good luck.
Thank you to all those who have kindly donated so far - You know who you are, so thank you very much.
A massive thank you to everyone who has offered to help with arranging fundraising events and sponsorship, without you all we couldn't do it!! Details of events will be on 'My Blog' soon.
Take care xx
With thanks to 'The Office Team Group', the Largest Independent Office Supplies dealer for their kind donation.
Posted: 28th April 2009
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O.M.G .......I'm on the tele. I'm on the BBC NEWS!!!! TODAY AT 6.30pm BBC 1
Today me, mum, dad and my 2 sisters have been interviewed by Rob Smith at BBC South East News. I was very surprised when I got told at school that he was coming in to interview me. I was very very nervous and worried. My family and I all sat on the sofa waiting patiently for it to come on the tv. My heart was racing very fast as I was nervous about hearing my voice and worried at what people would think. I was relieved and pleased once it had finished and all my family said that I done really well. Mum said that Rob's coverage of my story/cause was covered brilliantly. So thank you very much Rob. Please click the link where you can see part of my interview with the BBC South East..
Love Keiran & family x
Posted: 21st April 2009
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Wow...... What a popular lad I am!!!
Thank you to everyone who's signed my Guestbook and for all the support you are giving to my mum and dad giving great ideas and knowing that people are willing to help. Just need to get some events arranged now!!!
Thank you to all of you who have donated so far. A special thank you go's to my Nanny Linda & Grandad Keith who has given £1,000 into my fund. Love you both loads!!!
Thank you to Jo - who is arranging a disco/party for me at the end of June.
Thank's Uncle Bill for sending my website to lots of people that you know.
I've had a busy Easter holidays so far. We went bowling yesterday and I got a strike for the first time ever!!
Will let you know events soon!!
Love Keiran and family x
Posted: 15th April 2009
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Hi Everyone - I'M ON THE INTERNET!!!!!
Mum and Dad have now got my website up and running to be able to start fundraising and finding donations for my journey to China. Please let us know what you think of this website and ideas for fundraising by signing my Guestbook.
We will be updating everyone with what's happening on 'My Blog'. Please watch out for up and coming events.
Thank you for looking.
Keiran x
Posted: 11th April 2009
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MY BLOG
Here you will find out information about mine and my family's journey from the beginning to the end
