Since our blog is published on Tuesdays, I hope all of our Canadian friends had a wonderful Thanksgiving this past weekend! As you gathered around the dinner table, I expect you had a chance to reflect on the many gifts you may be thankful for, such as your family, friends or good health. There is… Continue reading Happy belated Thanksgiving!
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Going great distances for others
We have an incredible group of supporters. We’re constantly blown away by their commitment to eliminating avoidable blindness and their dedication to make a difference in the lives of others. Some of our supporters are literally going great distances (hundreds of kilometres even!) to raise awareness and funds for Operation Eyesight. Last month, Brad and… Continue reading Going great distances for others
Congratulations, Norma!
Imagine running 217 kilometres non-stop, uphill, in temperatures above 40°C, with no sleep. You would be exhausted, hot, likely in pain and perhaps wondering whether you would make it to the finish line. Ultra-runner Norma Bastidas knows all too well just how physically and mentally challenging a run like this can be. On July 30,… Continue reading Congratulations, Norma!
Go Norma go!
Today’s the day! At 9:30 p.m. PDT (10:30 p.m. MDT), our friend Norma Bastidas will set off on a 135-mile (217-kilometre) journey non-stop from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney, California. She’s running the Badwater® 135, one of the toughest races on the planet, in support of Operation Eyesight. The temperature in Death Valley is expected… Continue reading Go Norma go!
