Something that has been truly notable during our travels thus far is the warmth and hospitality shown to us by the people of the communities we are travelling through. The vast majority of our meals and accommodation has been generously sponsored by hotels and restaurants along our route and so has our fuel. On top of that we have been graciously escorted almost the entire route by the local traffic and police departments who have blocked off traffic, pedestrians and straying cattle to let our procession pass smoothly through. Last night the Tzaneen Business Chamber hosted a dinner in our honour and presented the Journey of Hope with a donation towards our cause.
Today we were greeted not only by breathtaking scenery as we travelled through Magoebaskloof and surrounds, but also by breathtaking enthusiasm from the learners at Stanford Lake College, Merensky Agricultural High School and Giyani High School who we visited during the course of the day. It was wonderful to be able to share our message with such open minded and inquisitive audience. It came as a surprise to many learners that men can get breast cancer too, and that cancer does not just affect older people but that anyone is vulnerable and should examine their bodies regularly for irregularities. Representatives from CANSA accompanied us to the schools and gave their valuable input as well.
While the sun has been hot and the road rough, the gracious reception we have received has shown us that our vision can truly be realised and that communities can be reached. We continue forward with renewed vigour and reawakened appreciation for the generosity of the human spirit.
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