The first weekend of March is always associated with Reach for a dream and this year was no different. It was time for the annual 4x4 family fun day held at Base 4 - Home of the Four Wheel Drive Club of Southern Africa.
We had an early start to the morning with plunger coffee and rusks. We purchased this nifty plastic plunger that works like a bomb. Having a pretty glass one would not work for camping at all. We need gadgets that can be man handled.
After the drivers briefing, it was the start of the nine obstacle fun day. We were in the RFAD (Reach for a dream) mixed team with my parents-in-law and a friend to name but a few. Neither parties have ever participated but they enjoyed it nonetheless. Some obstacles were technical, some had general knowledge questions and others were there to test your concentration and alertness, but they were all definite fun.
Marius and I drove our '99 4.6 HSE Range Rover that day and we finished 14th overall. The total money that was raised for the day was over R100 000.00 which is totally amazing. Especially if you take into account the work that they do, realizing children's dreams that battle a life threatening illness. Some of these children don't live long enough to see the next year, so realizing their dreams are paramount. This event hits home when your a mother. It makes me wonder if I am to strict with the kids. Children need unconditional love, food and a good home to grow up in. Be the best parent that you could be. Your child/ren will always be the best gift that you will ever receive.
Make your time with them count everyday ...
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