What are you doing on Sunday night at 6.30pm?
by Mike, under Fundraising, General
A nice quick post to let you know that this Sunday night on the show called Sunday Night on Channel 7 at 6.30pm I will be featured in one of the stories. Channel 7 just happened to be doing some filming at Project Walk whilst I was there and they were quite interested by this Australian guy who could walk a bit on sticks! I am hoping that it is a nice positive story about working hard and what Project Walk has to offer. It should be, the interviews that were done seemed positive so I am hoping it is a good show. For those of you who attended the benefit dinner and others it will hopefully give a good overview of what you helped me do.
There is so much more for me to achieve to become useful, as what I’ve achieved so far really is just a set of party tricks! The next thing will be to turn the use of the sticks into something I can do myself without needing to be strapped to them. If I can pick the sticks up to get out of bed or out of the chair and make my way to the car and sit in the drivers seat then look out! How many willing passengers will I have to take a ride with the c4 quadriplegic? This is a long way off but it is something I am aiming for and it will take a lot of therapy on my hands, arms and wrists to get to the point that I can do this.
Anyway, it is great to be back and getting some therapy again, and I will be back in the gym in the next day or two. If you are bored on Sunday night, feel free to tune in to Channel 7 to watch the show.
Cheers,
Mike
June 17th, 2009 on 9:16 pm
Cool, I will definately be watching that. I have told quite a few friends all about you and how amazing you are….will get them to watch too. Welcome back to Oz anyway! All the best to you and your family. Debbie L x
June 17th, 2009 on 10:11 pm
Forbesy you nutter. I’ll ride in the passenger seat with you. Was just sitting in front of the idiot box and saw an ad come on with your ugly mug. Have been reading and watching your progress along the way, I must apologise for not getting a chance to come and see you. Will need to pull my finger out. All the best, you are an absolute champion!!!
June 17th, 2009 on 11:47 pm
hey Forbesy,
i just received a text from Peter Howe who saw the segment. he was totally blown away and asked me to pass on his best wishes. give you an inch old boy and you always go the mile!! loving your work.
chambo
June 18th, 2009 on 1:21 pm
As if we wouldn’t watch – can’t wait to see it!!
June 18th, 2009 on 2:38 pm
Welcome back Mike. Our eyes will be glued to the TV on Sunday. Congratulations on your awesome achievements to date, you never cease to amaze us. So inspired by your determination and incredible efforts!
Nickie, Matt, Coops & Ty
June 18th, 2009 on 6:30 pm
Great stuff Mick,
Welcome home. Will tune in. Keep up the party tricks!
June 18th, 2009 on 9:13 pm
Oh, that’s wonderful news. I’ll definitely be watching and once more in awe of your achievements – that’s all of you because you are one hell of a team!
June 20th, 2009 on 12:43 am
This is great to see (the website details and the progress you have made)I will be watching on sunday night knowing that it is, and will be better. I hope that more people will be free to see to the future.
June 20th, 2009 on 3:06 am
I saw the ad on TV tonight! Almost jumped out of my skin… I was with friends, and I pointed you out and told them of your achievements! They were so impressed.
Can’t wait to see it.
- Simon
June 20th, 2009 on 1:06 pm
Forbesy,
Mate, awesome effort in Project Walk, cant wait to see your mug on the telly!
June 21st, 2009 on 1:46 pm
Hi Michael, I heard about the accident from Jillian Brown and googled to find out more – to find you and your beautiful family on this website. You probably won’t remember me from New College days, but I remember you and how strong you were. It’s no wonder that you are getting through this! You really are an inspiration to people. All the best. Greg and Jodie Hincksman (nee Harris) – and our gorgeous girl, Isabella (2.5yrs)
June 21st, 2009 on 8:11 pm
Hey Forbesy, it’s been a while, but I caught the show tonite – very inspirational and uplifting. Good luck with your progress and I hope we run into each other somewhere. All the best, Lucas
June 21st, 2009 on 8:21 pm
Just watched the show. I’m sure mum did her stuff and lifted the ratings of channel 7. There wasn’t a dry eye in our house. Well done you guys. It is a truly inspirational story. Keep at it
June 21st, 2009 on 10:26 pm
Hi Mike and Monica,
Your strength as a family is awe-inspiring. I should have known that someone like Monica would be so strong.
From DEPS days
Rochelle McDonald & Family
June 22nd, 2009 on 10:56 am
G’Day Forbsey,
Great to see the vision on TV last night. Your journey so far has been inspirational. Hope to see you down at one of the pools. Cheers, Cam Esposito