Meet Patti Shaughnessy, Nellie’s Volunteer and long-distance walker.
Is this your first race?
No
Why are you walking for Nellie’s?
After many years of admiring what Nellie’s s provides for the women and children in their care, I became a volunteer in November of last year and can say with certainty, it is one of the best decisions of my life. I’ve seen first-hand what amazing programs and services they provide and will continue to support them in any way as long as I can.
How long have you been walking long-distance for?
I’ve been a long distance walker for many years but stepped it up a couple of years ago when training for a two day 60 km walk.
Where is your favourite place to walk?
Stanley Park sea wall in Vancouver
What message do you have for the women and children at Nellie’s?
I would like the women and children to know that there is an end to the abuse and violence they suffer now that they are on the road to finding a better life through Nellie’s care and direction. I am so thankful that I was able to become a strong independent person (in large part thanks to my mother) after living in an abusive household during my childhood. It will get better one day at a time.
What is your power song?
My power song is ‘Find the Strength Within’ by Full Blown Chaos.
Join Patti this October at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Call 416-461-0769 or e-mail info@nellies.org for details. If you can’t join us, you can sponsor our team by clicking here.
