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Liz

A tribute for My dog Luka

I’m walking in remembrance of my dog Luka in my first year OFF without him by my side, and also in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.

Total Raised

$515

Total Distance

132km

Distance Goal

150km

Support My Walk for Mental Health Research

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience symptoms of mental illness each year?

Mental illness can be debilitating and can have a devastating impact on not only those living with it, but those around them.

This October, I’m taking part in One Foot Forward to help reduce the impact of mental illness and suicide.

I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute to put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.

It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk.

Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians.

My Updates

Day 1 - first steps

Managed a small walk this morning because I needed a heavy strength session. I'm hoping my goal is achievable, luckily I have some big runs planned over the next few weeks. My main focus is to be ready for the Blackall 100 in 17 days, so following my training plan and I'll start to de load next week.

Twas the night before one foot forward

Twas the night before One Foot Forward, and all through the town, Runners, walkers, and rollers prepared without frown. Their sneakers and wheels were set out with care, Each choosing the distance their heart wished to bear. My own goal is mighty, one hundred fifty in all, But every step matters, be it large or small. For mental health voices, together we strive, With hope in our hearts, we keep dreams alive. Yet this year feels different, the road not the same, Without Luka beside me, who once shared the game. My White Dog of Hope, with his strength and his grace, Still runs in my spirit, no time can erase. He carried me forward through dark and through light, A guardian of courage, a beacon so bright. Though paws no longer echo the paths that I roam, His love is my compass, his memory my home. So tomorrow we gather, each pace, step, and roll, A movement for healing, a challenge of soul. For Luka, for hope, for the love we’ve all known, We’re stronger together, we are never alone.