Hi everyone,

I realize it has been a while since I wrote anything, sometimes I find it hard to do it, so I apologize.

2 weeks ago, we had our Wyatt's Warriors 1st Annual Hootenanny Jamfest.  I think it is pretty safe to say a great time was had by all who attended, and for those of you who didn't, you don't know what you missed!  We were entertained all night by the band Wyatt's Warriors, and they were great.  We had the priveledge of also being entertained by the Highland Creek Pipe and Drum band, who were absolutely amazing!  As the night went on, and people got a little, well, happier ;) more people got more brave and got up and took the mic themselves... I think Shawn, Gerry, Lisa, Linda, Alyssa and Beth all get honorable mentions there LOL.    An extra special thank you goes to two very special young people, who I know when they first planned on getting up there and singing, like most of us, they thought that Wyatt would still be with us, and picked special songs to sing for Wyatt.  Hannah sang "The Climb" by Miley Cyrus, and Ryan sang "Forever Young" by Rod Stewart, both songs they had picked themselves.  I am so proud of them both for getting up there and singing in front of all those people.  It took a lot of courage, and I know that Wyatt's passing really upset you, and made you think twice about doing it, but I am so glad you did.   We had some fun raffles as well as a silent auction, and of course some tears, but just a great night overall.  A special thank you to Brian for making this happen, and thank you to everyone who came out for the night.  I hope to see everyone back next year, and more!

Our Walkathon is less than a month away, and I would encourage everyone to participate.  There is no cost to take part, and is completely family friendly.  Walkers raising $60 or more will receive a free Wyatt's Warriors Walkathon t shirt.  You can register online here https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/LoginRegister.aspx?EventID=38698&LangPref=en-CA  When you register here, you can then forward the link on to people, who can pledge you right online.  I also encourage those of you who are not able to attend the walk, to go to this link, and find someone to sponsor.  There are many people registered there now, as well as a few teams.  If you are unable to walk, please sponsor someone who is!  If you would like some paper pledge forms, please visit www.wyattswarriors.ca and look under upcoming events.  The Walk is Sunday September 27th, and is taking place on the Whitby Waterfront Trail.  We will be starting registration at 11am, the walk at 12pm at the Heydenshore picnic area.  At the conclusion of the walk, we will be entertained by the drumming band Rhythm Connection, getting faces painted by Bubbles D Clown, and having a yummy BBQ!   There will be raffles, and most importantly, prizes for the top fundraisers!

THE TOP FUNDRAISER WINS 2 ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE TICKETS ANYWHERE WESTJET FLIES!!!!!!!!  Prizes for 2nd and 3rd place fundraisers will be announced very shortly.  Keep your eyes on the prizes and start collecting those pledges.  Any amount helps!  I have heard word of some fun friendly competition going on in the race, and I do know of a very old friend of mine who has put out there that he will wear a mini skirt (and heels!?) if he raises $1000 in pledges... great way to encourage people to pledge you!  SO, get out there, and have FUN with it!!!

I hope to see everyone out there, my goal is to raise $20000... with your help, I KNOW we can do it!

We love you Wyatt, we miss you SO much, more than words can possibly explain, and I just hope that we can make a difference for your friends, and make you proud.  We can't believe you have been gone 3.5 months already.  Sometimes it seems like forever, sometimes it seems like yesterday.....

See everyone on the 27th of September!

Laura