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Hi folks after the great fundraiser last year, where I got numb bum from being on the train, i thought I'd try something a little more adventurous this year. So if my orthopaedic surgeon gives me the OK, my next fundraiser will be.. a 100ft Abseil off the Fort Dunlop building in Birmingham. The Charity abseil will be done through Pinnacle Challenge, who I have been in touch with and they are happy for me to take part so long as get the OK. Here's the Fort Dunlop Building formerly the old tyre factory.  I'll keep you all posted :) Jo. 2012 Fundraising for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/RoboJo
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Oh Jo! You are so brave! What is making you think about doing anything so dangerous? Cringing thinking about the height. Good luck anyway but don't take chances of doing yourself harm.
Eleanor x
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Hiya Eleanor, I've done abseiling before in the Peak District and loved it. I've spoken with the organisers and they tell me that should I get into any difficulty they're able to lower you down to the ground safely. I'm not a great lover of heights myself, but you get a real great buzz when you're heading down the wall :) Another reason is that a former workmate of mine (who's extremely tight fisted) has said online (with witnesses) that he'd pay £50 if I did that. So I want to get something other than moths out of his wallet <giggle> Jo. (Bonkers!)  2012 Fundraising for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/RoboJo
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Go for it girl and good luck!  and do hope you get the OK from the doc, love, Barbara XXXXXX
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Wow that's brave Jo! I think Jean said she would join you.  Doreen xx
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When are u planning this Jo?
Only I would like to be there at the bottom to meet you! I think u are really brave and will probably need a drink once this is done!!!! xx
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Actually, Doreen, I'm going to talk Jo about this when we meet in Leicester. I'd LOVE to do it - with medics permission of course! Steve says it's OK by him - Lucy's going ape!!!!
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Jo - you're a star. Well done and I hope it's a huge success.
Jeanxxxxx
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Fantastic idea! I would love to do it too!
But I could also be standing at the bottom, wine in hand for when you descend?
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Cor blimey Jo! Way to go you! YES I'VE CHANGED, PAIN DOES THAT TO PEOPLE.
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Wow Jo!! That`s fantastic!! It`s many moons since I last abseiled - had to do it as there were 20 kids watching and I daren`t lose face!! Best of British! Kathleen x
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jeanb wrote:Actually, Doreen, I'm going to talk Jo about this when we meet in Leicester. I'd LOVE to do it - with medics permission of course! Steve says it's OK by him - Lucy's going ape!!!! Actually Jean, as soon as I'd written that I thought "I bet Jean would love to do that"! because I know you used to do rock climbing and stuff. Go for it if the doc gives you the all clear, just don't tell Lucy! (why do our children feel so responsible for us?  ) Doreen xx
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I'm so jealous that I won't be able to do this with you  but don't think they'll be too pleased with a plaster cast foot banging down their windows  I shall most definitely be there to cheer you on! Helly x Celebrating 10yrs of National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society Doing a Tandem Skydive - May 2011 - All Sponsorship Welcome - www.justgiving.com/helencopeland Read my blog - Helly Copeland
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One of the best piccies I have ever seen was a young girl I know abseiling down a hillside
.......she was in her wheelchair with the most enormous grin on her face!
Nothing is impossible xx
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Wow Thanks everyone! I really hope I can do it. Just got to get Mr Thomas approval, as GP doesn't think there would be a problem. lizziemouse wrote:When are u planning this Jo?
Only I would like to be there at the bottom to meet you! I think u are really brave and will probably need a drink once this is done!!!! xx The event is set for 17th/18th July 2010, Lizzie there's various time during the day. Hmm just saw on the NRAS blog there's one on 4th July at Kings College London too... hmm maybe I could do 2 in 2 weeks  2012 Fundraising for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/RoboJo
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Even if I can't do it with you, Jo, we'll definitely be there to watch
Much love
Jeanxxxxx
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Just seen Helen from Blue Peter (who did the amazing Amazon trip) abseiling from a helicopter... I always wanted to do that!!.. Hmmm... tempting  2012 Fundraising for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/RoboJo
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Steady on........
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Hi Joanne Wow, fantastic news and we'll be there to cheer you every step of the way! Fingers crossed for the OK from the specialist. Let me know if you need anything from us. How about a smart new NRAS T-shirt to abseil down in? Thank you for your support. Tracey and the team
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Amanda - why don't we wait at the bottom with empty wineglasses - then if Jo whirls down to us with the wine it will be a bit like the Milk Tray advert from years ago!!!! ;)
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