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Photo by GRAHAM PAINE iIi HIiwll l cycle across southern Ontario ln support of Bereaved Familles of Ontario. She's pic- tured hrs wth Flinesa Technique owner Klth MacKay, who sa donatlng some equlpment for her joumney. Working through the grief to create something positive By KAREN SMITH1 The Champion A Halton organization that helps famniies deal witht the death of loved ones will benefit from a woman's personal mission. In memory of ber daughter Megan, Jill Hill will cycle across southemn Ontario from the Quebec border to Windsor, marking the 1th anniversary of Bereaved Familles of Ontario (BFO) - Halton/Peel. I feel a real desire to do something to mark the ltt anniversary of Bereaved Families of Ontario - Halton/Peel and more importantly to mark the 1th anniversary of Meggie's death," said the 43-year-old Waterdown mother of two. '1BFO was there when 1 needed help and I want to help make sure that it will be there for others in the future." One-year-old Megan died peacefully at home in the arms of her parents in February, 1988. She hari been diagnosed with Krabbe's disease, a genetic disorder for which there's no treatment. "Although ber death was an anticipated one, we were stilI shocked whén it finally happened," Ms Hill said. I1 remember thinking that 1 could actually feel my heart beaking and I cried what must have amounted physically ached." Depending on weather conditions, Ms HfilI expects the August 1 solo ride will take 13 to 16 days at a rate of cycling five to six hours a day. She will be accom- panied by a van driven by her husband Ken and a cousin. "I believe strongly in personal challenges and in the power of one person to make a difference in the world in which we live," she said. I also believe in the concept of legacy. Your child who has died can leave you with a legacy of grief and sadness or the legacy of trying to make somte good corne out of the tragedy that you have endured and turning your grief into something positive." BFO, which gives support to parents who have lost a child to death and to young aduits who have lost a parent or sibling, provides a unique service in Ontario, said executive director Doris Burns. 'The pograms are free of charge to those who need us," she said. "Trhey receive no govemment funding to support our programs. Donations corne from local businesses, service clubs and private contributions." Corporations are invited to support Ms Hfill's 'Miles of Mernories' ride by providing sponsorship ranging fromn $50 to $1 ,000. The public is also welcome to 1make a donation. Proceeds will help fund BFO's pro- ý rams. For more information, calI (905) 507-2200. FodPgvâms 50Onai S.S SOmniorne Cooslliig (izza1 lu S* ~ aen Ei ffective for ail ages 187 -28 9 1 bJFYT STOP fo yuchne to w August 7th Torontoe 0 August l4th Comezml. ex August 21lst Na Island, F111 August 28th AU lieu. Frane Everg nday10 pm-l arn "N@@UflUffy d cre veroneis a sta baby! Open mic ntght) Every Thursday is Kia@lke NIEhI WIth $1000 in cash giveaways! "Sing a song and you could win." 55 Ontaio 19,. N MiNlton 818-6691 ,i On July 15, 1998, Acton Golf Club celebrated its2 F ORFG E N F E 3th Anniversary. It was also the date we celebrated our opening as an Valid Monda oTusa 18 hole facility. We would like to invite you to corne 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. I Acton Golf Club and try the newly constructed golf course and your Regular 18 Hole Rate $25.00 "* 519-53-631 playing partner will be our guest. Expires Nov. 30, 1998 Il 1 ý v v