My MS Journey
About 25 or so years ago I woke up one Saturday morning not being able to see properly, my right hand, face, lips, & leg were numb and I was scared absolutely sh!tless - OK one day, a mess the next.My wife was away, so I made my way to the hospital and didn't leave for a week. After a battery of tests, MS was the diagnosis.
For the last 25 years, I have been extremely lucky and as my neurologist has told me on many an occasion, I dodged the world's biggest bullet.
Over that time whilst everything 'kinda' resolved itself, including me being able to run 5 full marathons, many others are not so fortunate.
Alan
I'M TAKING THE CHALLENGE TO FIGHT MS!
Aside from looking forward to joining others in the fun and atmosphere on the day, I’m taking part to raise funds to support people living with multiple sclerosis.
Multiple sclerosis affects more young people than any other chronic neurological condition and average age of diagnosis is 30. It can strike anyone at any time and the symptoms vary so widely.
For instance, can you imagine waking up one day unable to do the everyday things you would usually take for granted? Like not being able to see properly (or at all), you physically can’t get out of bed, can’t walk to the phone to call someone – anyone – or live a life without pain?
All of a sudden your world has changed.
By being part of this event, and because of your generous sponsorship, the funds we raise will allow people living with multiple sclerosis to access vital MS Support Services. Services such as MS Peer Support, connecting people who are newly diagnosed with those who have lived with multiple sclerosis for a number of years, or the MS Employment Support program keeping Aussies living with multiple sclerosis in the work force.
Thank you again for your support.
My Achievements
Uploaded a Profile Picture
Made a Personal Donation
Shared my Fundraising Page
Received Five Donations
Reached 50% of Fundraising Goal
Reached 75% of Fundraising Goal
Reached 100% of Fundraising Goal
MS Hero Fundraiser
Thank you to my Sponsors
$208
Marc Iceberger
$157.60
Alan Fitzgerald
$156
Craig Waldon
Fantastic effort Alan,
$104
Hari
Great cause - good luck with the swim!
$104
Mike & Paula Moser
Such a great cause. Your story is truly an amazing one! Love ya Al!
$104
Christopher Dahl
$72.80
Ric Leahy
Good on ya Al.
$52
Ben Lyons
Good on you Alan!
$52
Kathy
Great cause Alan and Roelof. Hope the swim goes well.
$52
Patrick Frigo
$52
Peter J Waters
A good cause and good guy to boot! Go Al!
$52
Nin
Way to go Al and Roelof! Always an inspiration Al-Pal! x
$52
Jean Dunkley-smith
Thank you for sharing your journey and good luck with reaching your goal.
$52
Olivia Coburn
Good on you Alan!!
$52
Anonymous
Hope you crush the swim!
$52
Pat And Emil
It is a great effort, Alan
$52
Stephen Alleway
Lets get you to the top of that board! BR Stephen
$52
Lynda Raymond
... stay safe, stay well.
$52
Ross Headifen
Glad you dodged that bullet Alan
$52
Paul Gerrard
Great effort Alan
$52
Muchael Harris
Good luck in your swimming challenge Alan!
$26
Danielle Watts
Go Alan - a very good cause indeed. Swim hard and if you need company I might just jump in the water with you so let's know!
$26
Fiona Beauchamp
Go Alan!!!!
$20.80
Chris Walker
$20.80
Steph Kenealy
I had no idea Al! Would love to hear more about it if it’s something you don’t mind talking about!
$20.80
Jose Camara
Great initiative Alan and well done
$20.80
Jeri Wambeek
I can’t even imagine what it would be like to have that happen. Life is so fragile and every day we have our bodies and minds willing and able is a genuine blessing. Good luck to you and your team in raising funds for a great cause.
$20.80
Rachel Mcnally
Just keep swimming 🐠 🐠
$10.40
Game on, Alan!