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PostsThe Last Desert (2014) blog posts from Janine Canham
09 November 2014 10:12 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Very happy to report that we have completed our running and are now back on the ship for the 2 ½ day trip back to Tierra del Fuego – plus another 2 days of travel time to get to Hong Kong.
Winds of 50 knots prevented us from running yesterday and the captain did his best to find us a sheltered island – but to no avail. So after about 36 hours of sailing around, we finally managed to get ashore today for our last run.
This was a 3km loop. The courses are short for safety and environmental reasons. But it’s a complete mind @@@@ running loops for 7 hours or so. It was pretty windy on today’s course, again with deep snow. It was beautiful but we are now all exhausted and happy to be heading home.
I will be spending 30 hours in Buenos Aires on the way home, which my Dad arranged for me, since he used to live there. So I am really excited about that. The adventure is not over yet…. Thanks Dad!
Looking back on the week, it has been an incredible once in a lifetime experience. The landscape is phenomenal and the wildlife has been almost within touching distance. Penguins have the right of way on the course, and thought nothing of waddling up to us. I was really nervous and apprehensive about this event and cannot believe I have just completed an ultramarathon in Antarctica and survived…! An emotional experience.
Big hugs Josh and Sam – I will be home on Friday. Miss you lots xxxx
Winds of 50 knots prevented us from running yesterday and the captain did his best to find us a sheltered island – but to no avail. So after about 36 hours of sailing around, we finally managed to get ashore today for our last run.
This was a 3km loop. The courses are short for safety and environmental reasons. But it’s a complete mind @@@@ running loops for 7 hours or so. It was pretty windy on today’s course, again with deep snow. It was beautiful but we are now all exhausted and happy to be heading home.
I will be spending 30 hours in Buenos Aires on the way home, which my Dad arranged for me, since he used to live there. So I am really excited about that. The adventure is not over yet…. Thanks Dad!
Looking back on the week, it has been an incredible once in a lifetime experience. The landscape is phenomenal and the wildlife has been almost within touching distance. Penguins have the right of way on the course, and thought nothing of waddling up to us. I was really nervous and apprehensive about this event and cannot believe I have just completed an ultramarathon in Antarctica and survived…! An emotional experience.
Big hugs Josh and Sam – I will be home on Friday. Miss you lots xxxx
08 November 2014 05:11 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Literally and figuratively. Day 3 and I was brave enough to shed some layers, which meant I was able to move faster – which worked amazingly well. So I am going out in a thong tomorrow…
Wish I had tried that sooner, as I was 2nd placed woman yesterday! And jumped lots of places up to 44th overall after my mediocre first day of shivering. But I can’t complain as that is what these endurance races are all about: working out clothing, nutrition, pain, mindset etc…. Felt really great and ran hard and REALLY enjoyed it as a result. Huge difference from the misery of Day 1. Conquered my fear of extreme cold and learnt from my mistakes (and from lack of training in cold climates) and just flew. Sod’s law but the weather today has been so terrible with winds of 50 knots, so today’s racing was cancelled. Just as I am finally warming up …!!!!
The course yesterday resembled a red piste in a ski resort. We had to zigzag up a steep mountain, over the top and slalom back down. In knee deep snow. Beautiful icy blue icebergs and penguins. Just beautiful! I had such a great day.
Alison, the North Face 100 course has been perfect training in terms of putting in the hours for very few Kms!
Having a lot of fun on the ship, especially with Belinda and Ryan who are great company. The ship is crashing around in the waves right now and we seem to be one of the few not struck by seasickness today, and eating everyone’s share of the buffet. That’s what I call Relentless Ingenuity!
We are now heading for King George Island where we hope the weather will be good enough tomorrow for our last and longest day.
Thanks to everyone for the lovely messages! Again huge thanks to Natalia for the loan of the ice ultra gear J. And thanks to everyone for the donations to Room to Read. x
Wish I had tried that sooner, as I was 2nd placed woman yesterday! And jumped lots of places up to 44th overall after my mediocre first day of shivering. But I can’t complain as that is what these endurance races are all about: working out clothing, nutrition, pain, mindset etc…. Felt really great and ran hard and REALLY enjoyed it as a result. Huge difference from the misery of Day 1. Conquered my fear of extreme cold and learnt from my mistakes (and from lack of training in cold climates) and just flew. Sod’s law but the weather today has been so terrible with winds of 50 knots, so today’s racing was cancelled. Just as I am finally warming up …!!!!
The course yesterday resembled a red piste in a ski resort. We had to zigzag up a steep mountain, over the top and slalom back down. In knee deep snow. Beautiful icy blue icebergs and penguins. Just beautiful! I had such a great day.
Alison, the North Face 100 course has been perfect training in terms of putting in the hours for very few Kms!
Having a lot of fun on the ship, especially with Belinda and Ryan who are great company. The ship is crashing around in the waves right now and we seem to be one of the few not struck by seasickness today, and eating everyone’s share of the buffet. That’s what I call Relentless Ingenuity!
We are now heading for King George Island where we hope the weather will be good enough tomorrow for our last and longest day.
Thanks to everyone for the lovely messages! Again huge thanks to Natalia for the loan of the ice ultra gear J. And thanks to everyone for the donations to Room to Read. x
Comments: Total (7) comments
Alison cooke
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 12:59 am
Way to go!! Fab result. Wear a thong my lovely...and you'll have the Olympians and Sable Marathoners all trotting behind you to cop a peek :-). Hope last big day went really well, we're all looking forward to having you back and hearing your tales. X
Mandy Simpson
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 09:14 pm
Well done so glad you are having such a great time hope you're filling up with more profiteroles ready for your longest day...we are all cheering you on xxxxx
Matt Canham
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 02:47 pm
Good luck on the course today. 50 knot wind - Brrrrrrr. Just picture two and a half days In a lovely warm cabin at the end and keep going! Love Matt.
deb bannon
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 01:38 pm
Am so proud to have a bestie like you babe. I can't imagine how tough this is but you amaze me with your strength and positivity. Xxx
deb bannon
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 01:38 pm
Am so proud to have a bestie like you babe. I can't imagine how tough this is but you amaze me with your strength and positivity. Xxx
natalia watkins
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 10:51 am
loving the photos....I really am with you!! great result yesterday and hope you can get going again today! Nxx
Jo Eades
Posted On: 08 Nov 2014 10:38 am
Janine, so sorry I hadn't realsied this had started - I would have sent more messages, but glad you had a fab day and 2nd woman sounds awesome. Hope weather improves and you can get out there tomorrow and have another great day. Looking forward to hearing all about it.
Jo xxx
05 November 2014 02:49 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Today was just out of this world. We raced on an island populated by thousands of penguins. It was just incredible. The course was really tough: 2km loops on a steep hill, but the view was spectacular from all sides. I learnt from my mistakes yesterday and did a better job with clothing and nutrition so had a more enjoyable experience.
It
Comments: Total (12) comments
stroma finston
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 02:44 pm
Go janine! Absolutely awesome and makes me feel unbelievably dull....not that I'm tempted to join you! Ice is best in drinks. Good luck for the remainder - will be thinking of you. Lots of love. Sxx
natalia watkins
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 10:23 am
Sounds soooo beautiful. Glad you figured out the clothing today. Maybe all that gin I saw in the photo warmed you up too much on day 1!!
Mark Cox
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 09:46 am
" You can be an ordinary middle aged mother of 2 with a full time job and still get to take part ". You are not going to get away with that quote in the office. Great job, keep going. Space on the McLehose for you when you get back.
Sandy Suckling
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 09:39 am
Such amazing memories that will stay with you forever... Oh yes and don\'t forget running with the penguins I think that is priceless enjoy every minute... hope you get to sleep on the ice of Antarctica.... that was awesome.. keep marching running and sinking in that snow..woot hoo nearly there now.. Sandy
Sandy Suckling
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 09:37 am
Oh yes such amazing memories that will stay with you forever... Oh yes and don't forget running with the penguins I think that is priceless enjoy every minute... hope you get to slip on the ice of Antarctica.... that was awesome.. keep marching running and sinking in that snow..woot hoo nearly there now.. Sandy
mandy simpson
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 08:36 am
Hey Nounou sounds like you're having a real blast, how very exciting,i remember you saying the sight of a nice man's bum racing in front of you kept you entertained, but I think penguins will be much better to look at! enjoy and keep warm xxxx
Candice Stella
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 02:26 am
Sounds incredible! Keep up the amazing effort. If you can believe, Tues after track, nobody went to Steamers. Maybe we were all spent after sending you positive vibes? Next week we raise a glass to your accomplishment! Stay warm in your seal skins (Im so relieved to hear they are working!) Take care out there. Cxx
Lindsey Bradley
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 02:19 pm
What an amazing experience - you make the rest of us feel so dull and ordinary!!! Your boys so proud of their extraordinary mum!!!
Paula King
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 06:12 am
You go girl! Watch out for the wildlife though, from what I know of southern hemisphere wildlife, its all out to kill you no matter how cuddly it looks! Clearly you fitted in well with your Penguin shuffle! You'll be hearten to know the weather has cooled down here, its a breezy 21! so we can empathise! lol. keep warm, especially your extremities.
Love Paula, Alex and the girls
Alison Cooke
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 05:22 am
Hey! So glad you had a great day! Will take a look at the pics to see the penguins later. Looks like my long inspiring message yesterday was cut off after one line - ah well, there's a message there! :-). xx
Emily W
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 04:06 am
Janine Canham you are ANYTHING but ordinary!!! Great job chica, sounds amazing out there. xoxo
Matt Canham
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 03:11 am
Well done for enjoying a better day. Feels like you are getting into your stride. Still chuckling over your Mum's p p p Pick Up a Penguin. Grief. Shows our age! All good on home front. Have a well deserved rest. Love Matt.
04 November 2014 02:14 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Or How A Day Can Be Incredible But Suck At The Same Time
We were dropped off at Deception Island today
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Tara Smyth
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 12:06 am
You are a ROCK STAR, Janine! Well done you. Keep it up… Fan-bloody-tastic! What an achievement… Looking out for updates each day, keep 'em coming! Take care, Tara xx
Tara Smyth
Posted On: 06 Nov 2014 12:06 am
You are a ROCK STAR, Janine! Well done you. Keep it up… Fan-bloody-tastic! What an achievement… Looking out for updates each day, keep 'em coming! Take care, Tara xx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:41 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:41 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:41 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:40 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:40 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
rita kanaan
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:40 pm
Hi darling girl keep your gloves on and your chin up and don't forget to pick up a penguin for me! Loads of love Mum xxxx
mandy simpson
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:37 pm
So far so good Nounou get some more profiteroles down your neck to replenish your blubber storage (only a sis could get away with this) loads of love old bean you're doing great xxxx
Lourens Roets
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 02:35 pm
Great effort, Janine! Sounds like an amazing experience - baby penguin steps will get you over the line.
Samantha Hickman
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 01:01 pm
Hi Janine, amazing to read about your journey, let alone your first run! It all sounds completely insane! I am super impressed by your endurance and attitude and just being there at all. The delays, diversions and boat rocking would have been enough for me. You're an amazing person. Well done and keep going. Big warm hugs from HK. Sam & Jamie xxxx
Lindsey Bradley
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 11:36 am
Wow it sounds amazing - well done keep up the penguin shuffle and try and take some photos!!! xx
Louise Hill
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 11:22 am
Well done Janine!!!!! what an effort!!! it sounds amazing and seeing the wildlife must have taken your breath away - if u had any left that is! Lovely that you and Ry ran together for a bit and didn't realise that you had a 15 hr sail ahead of you - hang in there honey and stay strong and motivated - we're all following yours and Ryans stories with such excitement and anticipation, all utterly in awe of you, can't wait to hear the next instalment :)) loads of twin mamma love xxxx
Kellie irwin
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 10:42 am
Woohoo , well done on getting through today- sounds amazing!
Make sure you get some fluids in you tomorrow xxxx
Matt Canham
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 08:31 am
Hi Darling, well done getting through today. I haven't looked at the distance as not sure it matters. Sounded like a tough day but a warm night sleep and dry clothes tomorrow and you will be much better prepared. Look forward to hearing the news from Damoy Point! Love Matt.
Josh Canham
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 08:24 am
Hi Mummy it's Josh here. I called Daddy from school to wish you good luck. Say hello to a penguin for me. I am fine at school. Very happy. Stay warm. Miss you. Love Josh xxx.
Emily Woodland
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 05:10 am
Great job Janine!! Good to hear you found your stride even if it's not your usual technique :) The scenery sounds spectacular. I had the same problem in Iceland with the whole food/ gloves debacle, so can sympathise... I'm sure you'll find a workaround. Big hugs from HK! xoxo
Simon Southgate
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 04:52 am
Well done you!!!Keep the penguin - seal shuffle going, and the kms will whizz by! Ask Ryan for a 'wee-dram' from his hip flask he is bound to be carrying some McCellan on his person somewhere!!!
Race strong and love it
Alison Cooke
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 02:58 am
Well done! You made better time in the snow than we did on the NF100! Good luck with getting your F
03 November 2014 02:12 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Fellow ANTs,
Rather fittingly, the first race starts tomorrow morning (local time) at about the same time you will be doing Tuesday
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03 November 2014 02:11 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
A huge thank you to everyone who has so generously sponsored me. As you know, the goal is to raise enough funds to build a new school in Laos.
A few people asked me why I chose to run for this cause.
After my firm screened
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02 November 2014 04:05 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Woke up this morning to an announcement by the Captain that our voyage was going to be rough. On a scale of 10, the Drake
Comments: Total (15) comments
Paula King
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 10:24 pm
Finally something I can relate to on one of your RTP adventures! Profiteroles I can do. Keep on stock piling & having fun xxx
Sherrin Loh
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 04:48 pm
Greetings from Nepal! Not quite as far away from HK as Antarctica & definitely not a profiterole in sight! Anyway wishing you all the best - we will be thinking of you running with those penguins!
Besos s s j & j xxx
Nisha Mittal
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 03:28 pm
Kudos to you Janine! It's so amazing that you're doing this. I look forward to reading more about your adventure!
Alison Cooke
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 09:44 am
I just spotted Bruce Walker in the pics! Had no idea he was there - he's a complete blast, can you go say hi and wish him all the best from me? xxx
Alison Cooke
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 09:43 am
I just spotted Bruce Walker in the pics! Had no idea he was there - he's a complete blast, can you go say hi and wish him all the best from me? xxx
Alison Cooke
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 09:33 am
Hope you "make the time" to stuff in a few more profiteroles before hitting the zodiac this morning for your little test-run with the new equipment - what, about 100kms....? Enjoy! xxx
daniel gordon
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 07:18 am
Stay warm and stay healthy.
Evelyn Fowler
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 01:30 pm
Dear Janine, we're thinking of you and sending you lots of positive vibes and good luck in this - your amazing sine qua non of running and charity work! Hats off to you, you're also a true inspiration and our claim to fame for knowing you and running with (behind) you at track! Enjoy your challenge and look forward to welcoming you back:-) Evelyn n John xx
Cindy Barnfather
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 11:18 am
Dear Janine,
Fabulous pic - been thinking of you heaps and really thinking that you are crazy but like the sound of the boat and the profiterols!! Take care girl, you're awesome! Cindy xx
Mike Featherston
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 10:31 am
Go Janine - 'Queen of the Tundra'! You can do it!
ON-ON!
Mike
Jacqueline Walsh
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 10:19 am
Almost there Janine! We are thinking of you with great anticipation. Bundle up and enjoy every step. Run with that endearing smile of yours. We are all cheering for you and will have a nice hot totty waiting for you on your return. Love you much Angel. xxjackie
Rachel Sproston
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 10:18 am
You keep 'tactically piling on that blubber' Janine. xx We miss you. x
Rita Kanaan
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 09:27 am
Hi darling girl hope you enjoyed Buenos Aires Dad pulled out all the stops for you . It sounds very exciting take it easy and enjoy yourself while you can because soon you will be in the wilds of Antarctica ... give my regards to the penguins! Much love Mum xxxxx
Mandy Simpson
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 09:19 am
Good job you've got sea legs Nounou enjoy your cruise remember the QEII fabulous darling and excellent tactic to fill up on naughty nibbles...all in the line of duty of course! Lots of love Mands and the gang xxxxx
Sandy Suckling
Posted On: 03 Nov 2014 08:39 am
I am sure you and Belinda will laugh your way all the way to Antarctica... oh ever so excited for you all.... missing being there...well other than the horrible sea sickness... not long and you will be running with the penguins.... enjoy every moment of the adventure... Sandy
31 October 2014 06:35 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
There is a well kept secret that noone tells you about a running an ultra: the running is the easy bit !
I am about to commence my journey of endurance:
1 hour from home to airport
2 hours in Hong Kong airport 17 hours from Hong Kong to New York 3 hours in JFK airport 13 hours from New York to Buenos Aires 4 hours in Pistarini airport 4 hours to Ushuaia 48 hours buffer in Ushusaia (in case miss any of above connections) 2 1/2 days by ship across the Drake Passage Zodiac from ship to shore250kms run is beginning to look appealing
Comments: Total (5) comments
Sue Parsons
Posted On: 05 Nov 2014 12:52 pm
Janine....you are incredible. Im so so impressed by your bravery .
You must have some dark scary mmoments that you plough through.
Keep it up you brave lady. Sue xxxxx
Petra Somerville
Posted On: 02 Nov 2014 07:58 am
as I sit here reading of your adventure I am overcome with emotional pride that I actually
know not 1 but 2 amazing people who are doing this amazing race! You are amazing and I will send you positive warmth over the airwaves constantly!!! Lol . Petra
Petra Somerville
Posted On: 02 Nov 2014 07:58 am
as I sit here reading of your adventure I am overcome with emotional pride that I actually
know not 1 but 2 amazing people who are doing this amazing race! You are amazing and I will send you positive warmth over the airwaves constantly!!! Lol . Petra
Karen WEI
Posted On: 02 Nov 2014 03:27 am
I can relate as that sounds identical to my journey to San Pedro de Atacama! But you're there, I'm sure laughing non-stop with such a great group of friends and competitors, so relax and have an amazing race, you will ROCK it I have no doubt!!! Karen xxxx
Janine Canham
Posted On: 31 Oct 2014 01:51 pm
Good job I built in the old buffer ! All flights to Buenos Aires cancelled due to storm so rerouted via Brazil adding another 9 hours to the journey ! Here though now along with all my luggage :-)
31 October 2014 05:22 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
What does a girl pack for a trip to Antarctica?
The mandatory kit list is a shopaholic's dream. It runs to 12 pages of A4 and will earn you a lot of airmiles on your Visa card. Unless you are a closet fan of Shades of Grey, you are unlikely to have the equipment in your closet, some of which would not look out of place in Christian Grey's Red Room!!!
The neoprene balaclava with tiny slits had my dogs running out of the room yelping in terror when I tried it on. The kahtoola snow spikes resemble an instrument of torture and will probably get me arrested at airport security.
If you are picturing Agent Provocateur, think instead Abominable Snowman. Even my layers have layers. I am now proficient in the many different thicknesses of merino, down and caprilene. I will be waddling around the course behind the penguins.
I owe a big thank you to all those kind friends who were generous enough to lend me kit for my race, thereby saving me endless hours of retail torture: Natalia, Alison, Simon & Candice.
Huge thanks especially to the lovely Natalia Watkins for the loan of all her super technical cold weather kit - which she wore in the Arctic while towing a sled and sleeping on the ground.... Christian Grey, now that's hardcore!
I have however packed a few 'fashion' items, proving running is not just for nerds. I have a gorgeous pair of AMO technical sunglasses with polarised lenses. And lots of ultra cool (or rather lovely & warm) technical 2XU clothes: thermal compression tights, sub-Zero running gloves, micro climate fleece, etc.
Let's hope these clothes fit me as I have not had a chance to wear any of them, living as I do in a hot and humid climate.
Running 101: Never try anything new on race day.
Oops.
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01 September 2014 01:12 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
I haven't quite got my head around this, but very soon I will be taking part in The Last Desert Race, which takes place in the world
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Rita Kanaan
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 02:22 pm
Hi NUNu,
Well done darling. I am VERY proud of you. You have been amazing. What a tale you will have to relate on your return home. I have not been able to get your blogs up for some reason. Am having some problems with the computer.
I hope you coped with the cold, but I am sure the fantastic journey you have made, more than made up for the any inconveniences. We were cheering you all the way and I for one am grateful it is all over. It is a long way to the Antarctica!!!!! Love you loads my incredible daughter. x x x x One Proud Mum x xx x x
Rita Kanaan
Posted On: 07 Nov 2014 10:19 pm
Hi NuNu, Missed yesterday as travelling from Amanda's
Hope you are forging ahead and have become acclimatised.
I'm not up to date as to where you are today.
Thinking of you and sending you lots of love.
Take care of yourself and keep warm. Mum xxxxxxxx
Beth Ann Day
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 01:49 pm
Janine, you are truly phenomenal and an inspiration to us all. We are cheering you on!!
Sam Canham
Posted On: 04 Nov 2014 09:51 am
dear Mummy,
I am taking care of Daddy well.No yellow cards the following days nor one today!
I wish you luck and stay warm.Don't forget us!
Love Sam
Rita Kanaan
Posted On: 01 Nov 2014 06:15 pm
Hi long distance runner make sure you keep your distance from the polar bears!! Keep your feet warm and your nose dry .... and don't forget your thermals!! Love Mum xxxxx
Mandy Simpson
Posted On: 01 Nov 2014 06:09 pm
As our mother would say don't forget your thermals! I'm sure you'll stay warm with all that running about. Big cyber hugs from us all this end thinking of you every step of the way loads of love Mands and all the gang xxxxxxx
Mark Cox
Posted On: 31 Oct 2014 05:50 am
COO, Mother of Twins: Don't find the time, MAKE the time.
Corinne Picut
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 09:29 pm
Here I am, last year I was writting you from the same bed at the same time but you were in Jordan. This year will be different and still so inspirational for us all, we are already amazed by the thought of this forthcoming race, we are with you Janine, thinking of you and sending you many many good warm vibes ! Hope you trip to get there is going well xxx
Eileen O'Connell
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 09:20 am
Janine - you are certifiable, but you are so inspiring. You go, girl, and I'll be watching the blog and donating to a good cause in R2R. Will get my mother on the rosary beads in an effort to keep you safe - he listens to her!? safe travels....Eileen x
Ross hill
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 08:10 am
Routing for you bro. One foot in front of the other. That will ensure you make it to the end :):):):
Louise Hill
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 07:55 am
Hi there TwinMamma!! enjoy the ride sweetie we are all behind you and willing you on! Can you get Ryan to bring me back a penguin?? big hugs XXXXX
Michelle Yim
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 02:55 am
Being in the hottest and now the coldest.....Deep breath and keep warm.
Guy Shirra
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 01:54 am
Honoured to meet you Janine. See you at ANTS when you get back. OnOn Gunpowder Plod
fiona Williams
Posted On: 29 Oct 2014 01:35 am
Deep breath, your can do it, relax and have the time of your life! Just do it girl!
x
Fiona
William Kanaan
Posted On: 27 Oct 2014 01:58 pm
Good luck and enjoy the cold! Lots of love from Bill, Hollie, Rhys, Liam and Alec xxxxxx
Sandy Suckling
Posted On: 23 Oct 2014 10:02 pm
Oh but those Penguins are so cute...noise but.... and anyway they have right away how funny is that ...you are going to the most magical place and I was terrified too so all I can say is relax and enjoy and just go with the flow remember its a magical journey you are on......... oh that is so easy to say from a computer sitting at my desk...will be following take care and go girl go.... Sandy
ryan hill
Posted On: 10 Oct 2014 06:24 am
ey up! hope the prep is going well. see you soon
Comments: Total (12) comments
Candice Stella
Posted On: 12 Nov 2014 11:46 pm
mark Cox
Posted On: 12 Nov 2014 04:29 am
Chuen Linda
Posted On: 11 Nov 2014 11:10 am
Sherrin Loh
Posted On: 11 Nov 2014 09:52 am
Lindsey Bradley
Posted On: 11 Nov 2014 12:41 am
mandy Simpson
Posted On: 10 Nov 2014 11:55 am
Sandy Suckling
Posted On: 10 Nov 2014 01:25 am
Eric Marchesseau
Posted On: 10 Nov 2014 01:10 am
David Grosse
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 09:39 pm
Kellie Irwin
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 02:37 pm
Kellie Irwin
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 02:37 pm
Simon Southgate
Posted On: 09 Nov 2014 12:10 pm