Two days ago we got together and headed to Sydney's international airport to bid Kaise goodbye. We arrived to find Kaise at the foodcourt in line for a six inch sub (staking on the carbs already!!!).

After a few minutes more family and friends started to arrive. We had taken over at least half of the foodcourt, the other travellers must have thought some celebrity was in town (well I guess Kaise can be classified as a C grade celebrity, sorry Kaise).

After an hour of laughs, hugs and kisses, it was time to head to gate 59. As expected the tears started to flow and before we knew it Kaise was on his way.

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This blog has been added to provide you with all you need to know about Channel Crossing For Life in the coming weeks including LIVE commentary of Kaise's progress as he attempts the swim from England to France.

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