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WAKEMAN MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION INC

Freezin' for a Reason Fairfield,  Connecticut

Donations as of May 18, 2013:

$200.00 Raised Offline
$3,055.00 Raised Online
$3,255.00 Total Raised

Bob Lyons is Freezin' for a Reason!

I tried to talk my son Jack into joining me in Freezin' for a Reason and he told me I was nuts.  When your youngest tells you that you should probably listen.  In my infinite wisdom I have chosen to ignore him and see just how brave I am.

At 1:00 on Saturday February 11 I am going swimming in Long Island Sound to raise money for Wakeman Boys & Girls Club.  What do I need from you?  First I need you to support my insanity and all the good things that Wakeman does by making a donation to support my plunging.  Secondly, I need you to say nice things about me when I am gone if I don't make it out of the water!  Just kidding......I hope!

The early weather forecast is for 29 degrees and the water temperature is currently 38!  Jack is right, I am nuts!  

Why am I doing this then?  Becase Wakeman is a terrific organization that I'm proud to support as a member of the Board of Directors. They have three different Clubhouses, two in Fairfield and one that just opened up in Bridgeport. They also offer mentoring and tutoring programs at McKinley Elementary School in Fairfield. All together Wakeman will help more than 4,000 kids this year and that is why I am taking part in "Freezin' for a Reason". It doesn't matter where a kid lives or what program is their favorite - there is something for everyone at Wakeman!

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to share my page with anyone who you think might want to donate too!  And if you want to swim with me .....just let me know!

Thanks for your help!   Bob

Supporters

Comment Donation
Paul and Michelle Fitzpatrick We agree with your son Jack. You are nuts!
$50.00
Bob Jones
$0.00*
Bob Jones
$100.00*
Maura & Tom Faughnan Good luck. Sorry but we are not joining you.
$30.00
John & Beth Kelly The
$25.00
Anonymous Good luck tomorrow!
$25.00
Anonymous Buena suerte maсana!!
$25.00
Anonymous
$30.00
Rebecca Don't foget to use sunscreen!
$150.00
Jayne & Joe Hynes No, I don't have a wet suit you can borrow
$100.00
PRO Stags (the other Stags) I swam in Narrag, RI on Jan 1; You're a sissy
$50.00
Marty
$100.00*
Peter O. Case of Nyquil in the mail
$50.00
Bobby Lyons Your other favorite child that does not go to Penn
$20.00
Anonymous Nice work, Bob.
$50.00
Scott Let me know how high they go up your throat
$50.00
Brian S. Your skinny ass will freeze on impact! Good luck!
$100.00
Jon Baronowski Good luck, Bob.
$100.00
Nancy & Peter Cannon We're right behind you Bob, ONLY IN SPIRIT!!
$100.00
Jerry Rosenstock I'm counting on a Speedo!
$100.00
Steve C Let's celebrate your courage!
$160.00
Atikah Arifin I want to see pictures!! Good luck!
$100.00
Anonymous
$50.00
Victor Good luck Bob
$250.00
Kevin Barry Thank you for swimming for a very worthy cause.
$75.00
Kevin Hines Good Luck Bobby ! Send pictures !
$100.00
John DeMelis Why wait until 1pm to jump in? Good Luck!
$100.00
Elizabeth/Stefan Kruger Send video...
$100.00
Anonymous Good luck Bob!
$100.00
Kathy Murray Good luck Bob. I think you will be swimming alone.
$50.00
Gary P I don't recommend the speedo.
$100.00
Allan Greenman Bobby, Do you know how to swim?
$100.00
Nick Caruso I never knew Lyons and polar bears were so similar
$50.00
Lee Buck up, gal, it hasn't even been cold this winter
$50.00
Breen and Kathleen Blaine We are Canadian and wouldn't jump in! U Go Bob!
$50.00
Stags
$200.00
Patty Meyering You're a good man,Bob, but Jack is right.
$50.00
Phil Brady Hope swim's shorter than e-mail. B's longest ever!
$50.00
Cathy Boatwright I think Nancy should join you!
$50.00
Nancy J Lyons I hope your insurance is up to date
$100.00
Tina Judge You should have listened to Jack!
$50.00
jay paddle go get em ice man
$20.00
Andrew Dutter Go Bob!
$25.00
Your Favorite Child I don't think you're nuts Dad!
$20.00

Donation Summary

Raised Offline
$200
Raised Online
$3,055
Total Raised
$3,255
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