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For participating in HBIA 21st Annual 5K By the Bay

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My Story…

I was 49 when I suffered my acquired brain injury. By the time of this race, I will be 72. My injury was so severe that I had to relearn everything, but over the years have found my new normal. My wife has been my biggest supporter through it all. She’s spent years teaching me, guiding me, and showing incredible patience during even the hardest moments. I would not be where I am today without her. My four grandchildren, have also been my greatest teachers. Through them, I learned again how to play, laugh, be patient, and figure things out one step at a time. I tried returning to work a few times, but nothing really fit anymore. Participating in the HBIA 5K helps keep me healthy physically and mentally. As a fellow survivor, I understand the confusion, frustration, and invisible struggles that come with a brain injury. You may not see my injury, but it’s there every day. I may not remember who I was before, but I know who I am now, a survivor, grateful and loving life. — Jim

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Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 19 Mike Rickard You are an inspiration Jim. CA$108.31
Jun 05 Paul Boyd So proud of my god parent and uncle - my Uncle Jim Boyd. You’re an ambassador to the cause! And we all love you! CA$54.63
Jun 04 Ryan Biggin CA$54.63
Jun 02 Mary Burfoot Go Jim!! Undisclosed amount
May 30 Gail Misener CA$22.43
May 29 Stephen Boyd Great cause, so glad my brother is here to do it❤️ CA$54.63
May 28 Fiona barich CA$27.80
May 28 Anonymous CA$27.80
May 27 Steven B Fage A great cause! CA$54.63
May 27 Mark Fairman Go get it Jimmy CA$54.63