In this newsletter: a health update on Dean, recap of the CF Climb and progress on Dean's $90k goal.
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Health Update
After a bit of a scare with a declining lung function, Dean had a round of antibiotics and a repeat lung function proved that he was on top of his game, back up at 116%. We learned a lot from this past year and have made some adjustments to how we do things, particularly on clinic days.
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CF Climb for Life
Well, he did it, along with many many awesome friends! 15 min and 51 seconds to climb 58 flights, a little over 1,200 steps. It was truly an awesome morning watching him, his buddies and many of our friends (old and new) take on the challenge with him. Dean even took the microphone and said a few words to the crowd after he received two awards: 1 for the top fundraiser and another for the top fundraising team. Thank you so much to all of those that gave their time, money and energy to help him make this an awesome year and help him win those awards. They are proudly displayed in his room. Check out the pictures on his Facebook page.
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#GivingTuesday
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#somethinglikethis update
We are just truly stunned to see how many people stepped up and did #somethinglikethis to help him meet his goal and raise more awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. He raised and inspired (as of today) a total of $80,255 dollars this year - 89% of his goal! We casually mentioned when he set this goal that, if reached, we would purchase him the lego death star so he's extra motivated to get there. Check out his video plea. We honestly cannot thank you all enough for doing everything in your power to help him get there. God's hand in this is amazing and we are thankful for how your hearts were guided to help us. From near and afar, each and everyone of you hold such a special place in our hearts. One day we will be celebrating a cure together. Much love to you and your families as we go into this Holiday Season.
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Pura Vida Bracelets & T-shirts
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Cali is selling Bracelets and doing #somethinglikethis to raise money as she climbs along Dean this November. Check out her page and place an order today! http://fightcf.cff.org/goto/CaliforDeano
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Sponsors
Our sponsors Rock! Thank you to Treasured Smiles Dentistry, Ozinga, Crisis Rooms, Action Sports, Randolph Street Realty Capital LLC, Family Chiropractic Clinic (Dr. Rob Sinnott), Saban's Carpet Care and Renee Saban Coldwell Banker. ROL Academy of Jiu Jitsu, you went above and beyond and your generosity warms our heart. We appreciate everything you have done and thank you all for helping Dean this year!
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and to all of those that have already done #somethinglikethis!
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Hawkinson Nissan & Kia October sales event
McQuillan Candlelight Bowl
Kevin at the Chicago Marathon
Chillin’ & Grillin’ for a Cure
ROL Academy of Jiu Jitsu T-shirt sales
Ironmen for a Cure at the Ironman Wisconsin
Slanicky/Clark littles in the first 5K
CF Cycle for Lifers
Kathy Arduino and Kelly Woods Top Golf Fundraiser
Malone / Kane family lemonade stands
Rebecca raising awareness and $ through her very first tri!
Candy & Greg Johnson Family Garage Sale
Sullivan / Johnson Family Garage Sale
St. Jude Catholic School in New Lenox Focus Day
Paul's awareness through Montana
Pam's awareness during the Ragnar Relay
Hickory Creek Middle School Great Strides & Pack the Bleachers
Aurelio's of Mokena Pizza Donation for HCMS
Peace Community Preschool Dimes for Dean
Ironmen for a Cure
Aunt Karen's Great Strides Walk in Arizona
Delta Phi Epsilon Minute to Win It
See pictures from all those doing #somethinglikethis at www.eatpraydean.com
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