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Ha daughters e rfirstWELCOME o to the TO THE Welcome SOCIETY Cancer Society L o v CANCER e MARLBOROUGH Marlborough
With the help of volunteers we work with local health professionals and community groups to ensure that information about living well, cancer treatment and support, and survivorship, is available to anyone who needs it; free or We would like to withsayminimal charges. It is important to us that reach who needs our help and a huge ‘thank you’weinformation, to everyone if you know of anyone who may everyone who made benefit from our services please cut out this newsletter and pass it on. Daffodil Day 2015 a huge
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Tony Barrow with daughter Jess and grandchildren Mollie (16 months) and Issie (3). Photo provided
‘Our father is inspirational’ By Celeste Lodewyk What better way to highlight Father’s Day this Sunday, than to share the story of two sisters who say their father has been an ‘incredible inspiration’ in their lives. Blenheim man and a senior constable, Tony Barrow is the proud father of four and grandfather of three. Twins Jess and Sarah Barrow describe their father Tony as being a strong role model, a cheerleader and above all a “wonderful father”. “What makes him a great father is that he has always had all the time in the world for his girls, because at the end of the day time is the most precious thing you could give anybody,” Jess says. Sarah adds; “He is so inspirational because of all the roles he fulfills for us girls. “He is a teacher, a mentor, a coach, a cheerleader and is someone you can turn to no matter what the situation you are faced with. “Dad has taught us there is never one path in life and there are always twists and turns along the way, but if you are resilient and
keep a strong moral compass you will always achieve your goals.” According to Jess her dad is her ‘rock’. “He is the first person all of us girls turn to if we are in need of advice about anything. “He has always been there for me, by my side my highest of highs (the birth of my daughters), and the lowest of lows (the stillbirth of my first daughter). “Let’s just say our partners have a lot to live up to as he has set the bar very high,” Jess says. Asked what was their best memory of time spent with Tony, here is what they had to say. Sarah; “The best memories I have of my dad are spending time together out on the boat and teaching me to dive. “To me this is often the only time I get to spend with Dad (being one of four girls) and that makes it really special. “Though teaching me to dive he has passed on his passion for the sea.” Jess; “All us four girls have something special that we each do with him, but mine is hunting.
“From a young age he would take me rabbit shooting and I would carry the dead rabbits. My reward was I got to do target practice after the hunt. I’m pretty good now and have just got my own rifle. “It’s not only his daughters who adore him, his granddaughters also love spending time with Tony. “He has three granddaughters who he loves more than anything. “There aren’t any words to describe how much they adore their grandad, and they definitely bring out his softer side. “It’s really clear that he is Mollie’s favourite person in the whole world, and Issie loves all the time he spends with her,” Jess says. Both girls agree that the support Tony has shown his family and the pride he has for them all is something they will always cherish. “He’s an amazing dad and even better granddad, we are very lucky to have him in our lives. “Happy Father’s Day dad.”
Messages to write in a Father’s Day card Stuck for ideas of what to write in a Father’s Day card? Here are some suggestions. • Happy Father’s Day. I may be taller than you now, but I still look up to you. • We couldn’t have asked for a better
father. • Thank you for all the sacrifices you made and all the love you shared. Happy Father’s Day. • Dad. We just want to say that we love you and that you truly deserve to have the
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best Father’s Day ever. Your loving kids. • Happy Father’s Day! We’re so proud to have you as a father. • To the world’s greatest dad from the world’s greatest kids. Have an amazing Father’s Day.
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Did you know that Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers among men and women in NZ? Public Lecture – “Reducing the Impact of Bowel Cancer – what can you do?” Speaker Dr A Luck (colorectal surgeon). Come along to hear one of Australia’s experts on the subject to find out more. Tuesday, June 16, 7.00-8:30pm, Living Scenic CircleWell Hotel (Seymour Street.)
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Tony Barrow out hunting with daughter Sarah. Photo provided
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