Comments on: Aussie Mum Dies on Kokoda Trek

By: Aeroboys

Aeroboys — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:33:06 +0000

I like your blog Mrs Ange, and I joint with your facebook… please confirm me okay… I am sorry my english language is very bad

By: angesbiz

angesbiz — Sun, 24 May 2009 05:26:43 +0000

Hi Girl from Hamilton, thanks for taking the time to comment.

I watched the same program and cried through that! My father had triple bypass surgery and seeing those 5 brave souls take on the trek and finishing was heart-warming (pardon the pun).

Sam was courageous as is anyone who takes the Kokoda challenge or similar. We can keep sending prayers for her husband and children in the hope that they will find peace and continue to live their lives to the fullest.

The message from that program, “Kokoda with Heart” was if you are living, have purpose and live your life you want to lead.

I found a site where you can order the DVD from if anyone is interested, find it here http://www.zipperandstent.com.au/kokoda.htm

By: Girl From Hamilton

Girl From Hamilton — Sun, 24 May 2009 04:08:06 +0000

I just finished watching a special on the TV about the kokoda trail, and cried, cried when i read this post and will most likely cry everytime i see that picture of Sam with Harrison & Lilly. While i knew sam in passing as we live in the same town i didnt “know” her and if it pains me this much weeks later i feel sad when i think about her husband dion and her children.

By: angesbiz

angesbiz — Sun, 10 May 2009 02:15:16 +0000

Hi Debbie, thanks for taking the time to leave your opinion.

I admire anyone who wants to trek Kokoda and your attitude is wonderful! I had the same from family and friends who didn’t think I was up for the challenge. Sometimes, you have to be selfish and go live your dreams.

You and your friends will be in my prayers and I would love to hear back from you once you return. Your life will change having taken this on… anything is possible… Live the life you love… Happy Mother’s Day!

By: Debbie

Debbie — Sun, 10 May 2009 01:39:10 +0000

I thought your Kokoda article uplifting. I am leaving for Kokoda on August 11 this year and am sick to death of everyone being so NEGATIVE. I have trained with two girlfriends for over 12 months to date. This does not mean we are not going to fall, get sick or heaven forbid die on the trek, but we are least well prepared and going in with eyes wide open. So many people tell you, you will fail, do you know hard it is. My reply is yes, I know its going to be physically and emotionally tough, but I am up for the challenge and I won’t die wondering and wishing. Obviously our prayers goes to all their families who have been touched by death during the trek at Kokoda and having two children of my own I do honour living a good life. Say a prayer for us for a safe return from Kokoda. I know our lives will never be the same again.

By: Sandra

Sandra — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:41:29 +0000

Aww, Ange that is sad, but I see your point. Part of life is taking chances. We can prepare, do the best we can and hope for the best. Sandras last blog post..Stashing Boots for Tackling it Tuesday

By: Trish

Trish — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 06:05:39 +0000

Well said Ange. Sam died doing something that was important to her and she was prepared. Every day we step out of bed is a risk. Life is meant to be lived. Still my condolences go to her family and children. Trishs last blog post..Weekly Winners 17 2009

By: angesbiz

angesbiz — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 10:16:43 +0000

You’re most welcome Laura and thanks for visiting

By: Laura

Laura — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:25:21 +0000

so refreshing to read this perspective after hearing about this all week on the radio thanks! Lauras last blog post..Blog Chicks - Networking for Australian Women Bloggers

By: Mary Ward

Mary Ward — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:21:40 +0000

It is a bit risky, and tons of fun!! (Come on out next winter and give it a try ). But it is also one of those things that in part is only as risky as you make it. You can never erase all the risk, but you can ride smart and within your limits and put the best odds in your favor. EVERYTHING is a risk if you are determined to live life in fear. Growing up on a farm we rode horses a lot, and I know far more people who’ve been injured and even killed doing that than snowmobiling. But they lived and enjoyed their lives! I’d much rather go that way if I had to than in some case of road rage or traffic stupidity (which is just SO prevalent here with everyone always in a rush to go somewhere they don’t want to be!!).

As Allen said, this is a great post and you did her well by supporting her with it!

Mary Wards last blog post..AmSnow Test Rides Premier’s 200 & 300 cc Sleds