With an early departure from camping this morning we witnessed a stunning sunrise.
This morning, we visited Leeman Primary School, where we were warmly welcomed by the children and their teachers.
Their enthusiasm was infectious as we played a guessing game, sparking curiosity about our mission.
They eagerly asked questions about the Peace Run and were thrilled to hold and pass the torch flame.
With heartfelt words of encouragement, they wished us well on our journey, waving goodbye as we departed.
The women team’s first stop was the beautiful city of Dongara in the Shire of Irwin Dhavala and Emily ran the torch in through a lovely street in Dongara lined with large ornamental fig trees.
Emily ran right up a tree.
The Shire of Irwin President, Mark Leonard came out on a busy day to meet us. He read about the Peace Run and wished everyone would be a part of it.
He is a farmer and actually needed return to his tractor , but he made time out of his busy day to greet the runners. We sang the Peace Run song and his staff called us singers posing as runners. Very kind! I’m not sure their hearing is very good.
He walked us to our school meeting about 100 metres further down the road. At the school, he handed the torch over to the Deputy Principal of Dongara DHS, Helen Cusworth.
The Principal, Janine Calver also came out to welcome us.
We had an energetic ceremony with over 100 children.
The Principal accepts our certificate of appreciation.
Indy and Jack, student representatives receive the gift of Sri Chinmoy’s artwork.
We then went outside to pass the torch and run around with the kids. These kids could really run!
We stopped at the Dongara IGA to accept the gift of produce and groceries. Thank you very much for helping to feed our ravenous runners!
We enjoyed lunch at the marina close to town where Stacey had a quick jump in the water to cool off.
Also, thank you to Seacrest Woolworths for adding to the team’s stash of food. You wouldn’t believe how much we runners can put down!
A road side cuppa!
Welcome aboard Emily! Your running reputation precedes you and we are happy about that. :-)
Thanks for taking the time to hold the torch! Your inspiration feeds our inspiration.
Time for a seaside snack and chat.
Welcome Uddyogini!
Thank you to Sunset Beach Holiday Park for giving the runners a place to rest their weary heads. It’s a real treat to stay right on the beach!
