Gerrit and Jade (his wife) humbly share their son's life journey with a rare disease called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), what lessons they have learned, and hopes to motivate other Guardians who may be facing similar life challenges.
Fighting for another Tomorrow car show was hosted to create awareness and raise funds for a young boy Quade Smith, who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
The editor adds: What a super idea to support a worthwhile project. Lotus Register people rock! Incidentally, I have lived in Pretoria for +/- 25years and had never heard of Toutrek Park
The Angels came together to help seven-year-old Quade Smith who suffers from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Over and above this, he has also been diagnosed with Autism, OCD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Anxiety, and Osteopenia. Listen to the podcast here: https://qjdmd.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/breakfast_with_martin_bester_6_dec_good_morning_angels_festive_edition_supporting_a_boy_with_duchenne_muscular_dystrophy_medium.mp3 Or read the article: Good morning Angels Festive Edition
QJDMD had the opportunity to have a chat with Local Radio Presenter from eMalahleni FM 98.7, Karabo Mpolokeng. Listen to the podcast here: https://qjdmd.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Emalahleni-FM-Copy.mp3
Seker nog een van dié lekkerste markdae wat daar was… Read the article here: Smaakvolle Markdag vir Markgangers
Masterchef contestant Herman Cloete had us glued to our seats in front of the television on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as he battled it out amongst some of the best chefs in the country. Read the article here: Herman dishes up a storm for Quade
"We know our community is one of the strongest communities, and we are stronger together. We need you today more than ever," Jade and Gerrit said. Read the article here: Quade needs our help
Dear Quade The day I found out I was pregnant with you and the day you were born, are days that I will never forget… the fear of complications during pregnancy – like I had experienced with your sister – the joy of getting to hold you for the first time and every day after the first – are days that bring me immense happiness, even though some of those were scary. From the beginning of your life, you have...
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