A new kidney, a new outlook, Brian Ellis is walking the Island, tip to tip, for the second year to raise money and awareness.
Walking with Brian
Kidney transplant recipient Brian Ellis, 47, is hoping to raise $7,500 during this, his second cross-Island walk, for the Kidney Foundation of Canada, P.E.I. Branch.
Last years target of $5,000 was met.
The Summerside resident started his walk at East Point.
Hes gone through two pairs of sneakers so far.
He walks eight hours, or 30 km, a day.
Received $100 cheque from Mayor Basil Stewart after reaching Summerside Wellness Centre noon Thursday.
Brian has added 50 pounds since his walk last summer, when he was on dialysis.
He has to drink large quantities of water to keep his kidney healthy.
Getting a transplant is like Christmas, birthdays and your first love experience all rolled into one.
He is walking up to 80 km farther this year, for a total of 308 km.
The walk ends Sunday in North Cape.
Brian takes many anti-rejection pills a day to protect the kidney.
He says he is walking to pay back those who helped him stay healthy and to promote organ transplant awareness.
Brian visits kidney patients while travelling the Island.
Several sponsors are on board, including Tim Hortons, Kidney Foundation, public sector unions, accommodations owners and individuals.
A spring in his step
Brian Ellis gives the thumbs up as he walks across the province to raise money for the Kidney Foundation and for organ and tissue donation awareness.
- Published on April 27th, 2007
- Published on June 21st, 2010
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Staff ~ The Journal Pioneer
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- Debbie
- - June 21st, 2010 at 19:07:56
Thumbs-up Babe. I love you. Remember...I'm behind you every step of the way.
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- Connie
- - June 21st, 2010 at 19:07:28
WOW! I don't know what to say! You leave me speechless with tears of joy. You truly are a wonderful person, it brings great pleasure just knowing you, and I have been blessed with having you as part of my family, Congratulations on another successful year. Way to go Bro....You're the best! We love you! Connie (Sister-in-law)
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- Meaghan
- - June 21st, 2010 at 19:02:59
Dad,
You are such a inspiration to me and to so many other people too!! I'm so proud of you for what your doing you are a truly blessed man!! Keep it up Dad!
Love and Miss You Very Much
Love your Daughter
Meaghan
