On the 26th and 27th of Febuary Angus McMillan Concrete staff took part in the annual Cancer Society Relay for Life.  This year we were walking in memory of our dear friend Brian Thomas.  Brian worked for us for 14 years before he was diagnosed with cancer and sadly passed away a week later.  Brian was loved by everyone he met, he was a dedicated staff member and a loyal friend.  

Our team "Charlies Horses" raised approx $3000 for the HB Cancer Society  we achieved this by donations from family and friends and we held two fundraising events.  Our Hawaiian quiz night was a huge success with a good time had by all, the winning team was LHT Design, Congratulations.  And our family fun day was just that alot of fun for the kids and the bigs kids to.  Thank you to all the local busniesses that supported us with these events by donating prizes and thank you to all our staff their time and enthusiasm.

 

The relay for life started on Saturday at 12 noon, we had people arriving all afternoon to do their part and walk the track.  Evan Kitt took one for the team and modelled our newspaper wedding dress. The walking continued through the night and into the wee hours of Sunday morning, I was so greatfull when all the kids arrived for breakfast and got on the track it was a much needed rest. Sunday morning went by quickly and before we knew it, it was over.

 

Over the 24hours while walking around that 400m track i met some amazing people, all with stories to tell of sadness, hope and joy.  I was tired, my body ached and i had experienced every emotion possible.  I am gratefull for my team for all their support and energy.  We can only hope that one day all our hardwork will mean that we will find a cure, and there will be no more unnecessary battles fought and lost with cancer.

 

Rest in peace Charlie Horse you are always in our hearts.

 

Written by Kristina Salmons  

 

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Angus McMillan Concrete staff regularly attend the annual World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas.