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Posted by: Danny Rouel 14/07/2008 6:06 AM

6am AEST

 

Sorry guys I fell asleep on the couch waiting for the SMS or phone call when Kaise was feeling good to talk to me himself … which understandably didn’t occur once Kaise got dressed, had a meal and is now sleeping. 

 

After a quick photo shoot on the beach with support swimmer Ryan and the flags, he returned back to the boat very cold and emotional in disbelief, relief and joy.

 

The meal comprised of Mum’s pumpkin soup in an attempt to quickly regain body warmth and of course topped with chocolate. 

 

He has been sleeping on the boat ever since and likewise the whole team are all very tired from the early start, long day and being cold out on the water.

 

At Dover Harbour, the rest of the team will be waiting for what can only be described as a big welcome although we know it’ll be much more joyful and tearful … there will be his wife Svetlana, baby boy Michaelangelo, mother, cousin Mark and family.

 

Kaise, just wishes to head straight to bed and I believe he’ll also be too focussed on this “goal” for anyone to convince him otherwise (i.e. staying up and celebrating the evening away … it’s now 9pm Sunday for them).

 

He’ll tomorrow jump on the computer to personally see all your messages of encouragement and congratulations so keep them coming.  

 

Remember also that the fundraiser continues so thanks to all those who have already generously donated and spread the word to their family and friends about this campaign to help save kids’ lives.

 

Many thanks again and God bless,

Hanna
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Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Heinrich on 14/07/2008 6:50 AM
Kaise, absolutely fantastic. Congratulations from the whole MHA Team. We are very proud of you. Take a more than well deserved rest and then it is party time.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Donna Goodman on 14/07/2008 7:47 AM
Congratulations Kaise and Ryan we are so proud of you both .How does it feel Ryan to be only 16 years old and to have swam the Channel for a great cause.You must feel very honored.Love to you Kim and Clive all of us back home are so proud of you too.xxxxxx
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Brett on 14/07/2008 8:04 AM
Way to go Kaise. This is an incredible achievement. Your dedication and hard work over a long period of time are an inspiration and have been rewarded. What challenge next?
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By JDR on 14/07/2008 8:19 AM
Well done Kaise, a fitting end to the years of committed hard work and preparation! You deserve the sleep time now!!! And you deserve to enjoy your wonderful achievement. All the best to yourself, Ryan and the whole team!
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Doug Read on 14/07/2008 8:27 AM
Congratulations Kaise on a mammoth achievement. Its been fantastic following your progress. With your huge commitment, I never doubted you'd do it! Its been an honour watching you train at Prairiewood.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Gae on 14/07/2008 8:27 AM
Kaise - so happy to hear it has all gone so well! CONGRATULATIONS to you and all your support team. Hope you enjoy a well-deserved rest and some relaxing time with your family and friends. Look forward to hearing all about it when you're back.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Danny Rouel on 14/07/2008 8:59 AM
Great work Kaise, I had no doubt that you would do it. You are one of the most inspirational people I have met. Your dedication over the past two and half years has been amazing, 4am starts have all paid off :). It has been an absolute honour being on the fundraising team with you and your family. I'm sure we will catch and celebrate when your back in Sydney.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Lorraine esposito Daniel's Mother on 14/07/2008 9:03 AM
Kase the Holy Spirit did his job well, he has never let me down since I was 14 years old, good on you for giving so much of yourself , to the people that need it , so many of us travel along through life and never see any one else only themselves<br>Regards<br>Lorraine and all the Esposito's from sydney
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Kitty on 14/07/2008 9:04 AM
Congratulations Kaise & family & team for all the hard work, efforts and dedication! We are all very happy for you in the Sydney office - it's going to be the "hottest" news travelling around the office this morning! Have a good break and some much deserved rest and time with Svetlana and Michelangelo. I think you can still keep your chocolate milkshake habit for a while to regain your energy =)
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By JPark on 14/07/2008 9:21 AM
Inspirational! Not sure exactly how it would feel after a 12.5 hour swim but sleep sounds appropriate! Kaise, the 2.5 year journey itself is absolutely amazing and the swim really is the 'icing on the cake!'<br>Congrats and hope you and the support crew enjoy the remaining magical time there and I look forward to seeing you back in Sydney.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Julian Deetcher on 14/07/2008 9:46 AM
Dear Hanna and Kaise, To set a such a lofty goal and achieve it must be very liberating. What a truly great fantastic achievement to live your dream and to help others in the process. <br>Many, many congratulations to you Kaise, your family and all the support crew. Best regards, Julian
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By rodney and team, granville pool on 14/07/2008 10:56 AM
well done kaise and daniel terrific effort from two very self motivated people.All at granville are trully inspired by your achievement. i will catch up for that bbq when u get back.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Katrina McFadyen on 14/07/2008 11:24 AM
Kaise, congratulations on your fantastic achievement, your dedication, commitment and efforts have been truly inspirational.<br>Best wishes from CEO John Maroney and all staff at the Institute of Actuaries of Australia.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Michael Renford on 14/07/2008 11:42 AM
Congratulations Kaise, welcome to the club and a very exclusive club it is .....Murph
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Somar Rouel on 14/07/2008 12:00 PM
CONGRATULATIONS KAISE!!!!!!!!, your effort has not only saved lives but has been very inspirational to myself and many other people. Your dedication is beyond belief and it's truly something i look up to. <br>Well done to the fundraising team and top effort Daniel and Ryan.<br>All the best Kaise and Crew, have a safe trip back home where a 12.5 hour party will be waiting for you!!!!
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Fred Rowley on 14/07/2008 1:16 PM
Kaise. Congratulations on a truly magnificent achievement !! Your personal sacrifice to benefit the children of Australia is a wonderful example to the whole community. AND you may well be the first actuary ever to complete the swim ! I can't wait to hear the whole story....
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Jill Green on 14/07/2008 2:54 PM
Kaise, you are amazing! Congratulations. Now you can enjoy some well earned relaxation. It appears you and your team have planned the project perfectly so you could have turned around and swum back again???!!
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Adam Wechsler on 14/07/2008 4:16 PM
Awesome news Kaise! Congratulations on a heroic effort. Your name is now where it belongs – in the record books. You & your team have raised so much money for such a great cause. However just as valuable as the money is the inspiration you have given to so many people. That cannot be quantified. The comments on this blog show that. Danny and Ryan are heroes. They have given so much of their time and effort with the sole purpose of trying to help others. The same goes for everyone else who has helped the project and of course Svetlana. As the saying goes behind every good man is a great woman.<br>By the way Kaise your time of 12 1/2 hours looks like it would place you in the top half of successful crossings!<br>
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Mark Robson on 14/07/2008 6:09 PM
Fantastic Job Kaise, Andy , Ryan and the rest of the well oiled team, was a pleasure to meet and swim with you at Dover, I hope you recover fast and enjoy the glory for years to come, congratulations from Mark and Kelly...ps would be interested to know your detailed final 4 weeks of training...well done Kaise,,,what a hero
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Felysha and Jayden Namroud on 14/07/2008 9:35 PM
Congrats Kaise and Ryan. We are very proud of your achievement. Now the 25km OWS in Sydney are easy for you. Hope to see you back at training soon.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Matt Delfendahl on 14/07/2008 9:48 PM
You beauty!!! Well done Kaise. What a sensational achievement. How good must you feel.... I wonder how it feels? Gae and me are very of you.<br><br>Matt
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Melissa Yan on 14/07/2008 10:28 PM
Congratulations Kaise. Well done and it is inspirational reading through the blog on the progress of your swim across the Channel. 12.5 hours ! Just amazing. Would love hear all about it when you are back.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Arsan Shalalo on 15/07/2008 9:21 PM
I am very happy for you and very proud.God, Almighty answered my prayers.Congratulations, well done and God bless yoy
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Bozenna Hinton on 15/07/2008 10:04 PM
Congratulations Kaise! Well done. All your training and hard work has paid off. What an amazing achievement. I hope you now enjoy a bit of a break.
Re: got dressed, ate and slept    By Dianna Toma on 16/07/2008 9:24 PM
Congratulations Kaise!!! I knew you could do it. Such an amazing accompolishment. God bless you and enjoy your relaxing time!

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