We created our first newsletter today  - for a free copy send us a contact email at feetmemory@yahoo.com

Here are some excerpts:

Hartville Market Place/Flea Market on January 26

 We have an exciting promotional opportunity at the popular Hartville Market Place on Saturday, January 26, thanks to the management’s generosity.

 

A sales and promotional table will be at the high-traffic market – where tee shirts, special jewelry and mugs will go on sale, and donations and sign-ups  be accepted.

 The Darlings will be on hand while the table is operating, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Special events

•  Benefit Wine Tasting

November 17: 6-8:30pm

Maize Valley Winery

 

•Winterfest Walkathon

Canton’s Stadium Park/Garden Center

January

 

•Operatoonity! Lincoln Theatre, Massillon. Central Caltholic Choir, Bugs Bunny and more! In February!

From the walker - Geoffrey

 

Every step along this walk is a step surrounded by the people we will take with us – some passed, some under the yoke of Alzheimer’s Disease and many, like us, determined to see an end to it.

It’s what St Paul called a cloud of witnesses and it’s a reminder of wherever we go we take ourselves and our influences with us  - but it’s more.

 So many people who have given already to the cause are motivated by their own loss and we keep them in the forefront of our minds as we contemplate the enormity of this task.

No matter how hard, it is possible when we still have our minds, soul, strength – and  spirit.

My thoughts often roam to the early days when my mother Pat noticed her memory was beginning to fade.

She said her thoughts were becoming like thinking through cotton wool. She also predicted that she would live a long life but not remember much of it……she was right.

 I am dedicated to do what I can to help end Alzheimer’s disease. Please help by supporting Feet of Memory Inc. Each step we take is a step closer to finding that end to Alzheimer’s.

I am available to give solo performances of Mark’s Gospel or the Sermon on the Mount or Coleridge’s Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Contact me for information.

Thanksgiving Day is nearly here, although it seems in recent years, it’s the American holiday that is overlooked in the rush to Christmas. Let’s remember the blessings we enjoy and remember to help those in need.

Many families come to the holidays with heartache knowing that “Mom,” who used to love to prepare the feast, no longer recalls what day it is and why they celebrate. It is for those with memory loss that we diligently work toward our mission.

Feet of Memory Inc. formed August 2012 as a certified nonprofit organization in the State of Ohio Nonprofit. IRS 501(c)3  is pending.

 

 

 

 

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Geoffrey 330-819-8109
Rose 330-639-5378
Geoffrey Darling
5186 Everhard Rd NW Apt 4
Canton, OH 44718
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It's been a while since the blue writing appeared - code that it's Geoffrey writing and not Rose -business is no excuse and it's over a week since news of Feet of Memory's walk went coast to coast - literally.

The day the Canton Repository article appeared - the same day we woke to no electricity thanks to Superstorm Sandy - my namesake in Oregon, Geoffrey Darling also, contacted me - long story of finding each other on the 'net 15 years ago - and sharing lifestyle chats and jokes about people that make jokes about our name. He'd been shown the link and hoped we would call in when we do the next walk, the West Coast.

Then a phone call from a newspaper in Maine - really northern Maine and the last spot on the walk, the light at the end of the tunnel as it were. I told the editor how much I was looking forward to seeing her little town - on July 3 next year. She just wanted to confirm all the details of Gary Brown's article were correct and I assured her they were more accurate than if I had written them - ie they contained not even unintentional errors. It was fine work from Mr Brown (noticed any slips in punctuation? - that's me deliberately not using AP style).
Training continues in maintenance mode - that is about seven miles most days and at least two to four every day. I was on a harder surface than the towpath today and left a little soreness - we'll have to watch that. Race walkers tell me the shin soreness goes after a while. It certainly dissipates when I stop.

So now the countdown to the November 17 wine-tasting at Maize Valley - tickets $25/head for the wine-tasting and $18 for non-alcohol drinking attendees.

From time to time Rose and I try try to post a comment to see how hard it is - and find it is like drawing teeth while jumping through hoops. So rather than let it go, as we did, you can contact us on email: feetmemory@yahoo.com - love to hear from you

Lewy Body dementia

Yesterday, while attending a Rotary Club meeting, a gentleman approached Geoffrey to tell him of a type of dementia called Lewy Body dementia which is the second leading cause of dementia in elderly Americans. We are looking into this and will share information with you soon.

In the meantime, the Benefit Wine Tasting is coming up! November 17 is the day from 6-8:30 p.m. at Maize Valley Winery. Maize Valley was recently seen on CNN. The television crew interviewed visotors to the winery about their thoughts on the presidential election.

Benefit Wine Tasting

Saturday, November 17 from 6-8:30 p.m.

At Maize Valley Winery

On Rt 619 just east of Hartville

$25.00 per person includes:

4 wine tastings of your choice and finger foods, live music

Additional opportunities at your own cost include:

Wine tickets for additional tastings, food and beverages in the restaurant,

A Corn Hole Tournament, silent auction, 50/50 raffle

Tables of eight receive one free ticket…so bring friends!

Optional non-alcoholic ticket at $18.00 Includes finger foods, water and coffee

Proceeds to benefit the Feet of Memory Inc Walk from Key West, Florida to Maine to help end Alzheimer’s disease.

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Geoffrey 330-819-8109

WINE TASTING

Tickets are now available for an enjoyable evening, November 17 at our Wine Tasting at Maize Valley Farms near Hartville on Rt 619. 6-8:30pm. The event ticket ($25.00 per person) includes four (4) wine tastings of your choice from the wine bar and you keep the glass, and appetizers in the Pavilion with Feet of Memory. Live music at the wine bar. Additional wine tickets may be purchased.

 A CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT...Come on, all you bean bag tossers...let's see who is the best! Winnr splits fees earned from the tourney 50/50 with Feet of Memory.
Additional opportunities for a low cost) include silent auction items including a wine basket from Maize Valley, a 50/50 drawing, and "Pat's Corner" merchandise (Pat was Geoffrey's mother who had Alzheimer's disease for 24 years) such as Feet of Memory tee's ($20) and specially designed aquamarine jewelry by Lynn Marie Jewelry. Contact us at

Feetmemory@yahoo.com.

Feet of Memory Inc. supports Alzheimer's research, education and support services through long-distance endurance walks and theatre. On March 17 ,2012, Geoffrey Darling, co-founder, will start a 2,400 mile trek to raise awareness and funds His walk takes him up historic US Rt. 1 from Key West to Ft. Kent Maine. Future walks to include the Pacific West Coast, the Gulf Coast, Ireland, England from Land's End to John O'Groats, and others.

What's Up!

Mark your calendar for these dates, please:

Feet of Memory Inc. invites you to its Launch Reception

Wednesday, October 24 from 5-7 pm

Jackson Library, Massillon, Canton, Ohio

9:00am Geoffrey sets out on the walking path for a 24 mile walk, representing the average number of miles he will walk each day on his 2,400 mile trek from Key West to Ft. Kent, Maine March 17-July 4, 2013. Come walk with him for all or part of the day. Gather up some support for your walk then donate to Feet of Memory so we can continue our support of the Alzheimer's Association and their work in research, education and support services.

5:00 Begin to gather at the Library

5:30 Welcome from Board of directors and CEOs. Performance sampler by Geoffrey Darling

5:55-6:15: presentations by Rose Daring, Loren Veigel, artistic director of VOCI, and Alzheimer's Association.

6:15: Official launch

6:30 Balloons of Memory launch

6:45 Future events and raffle drawings

November 17 - 6-8:30 pm: Wine Tasting at Maize Valley Farms' Pavilion on Rt 619 Hartville.

$25.00pp includes 4 wine tastings of your choice and appetizers.

Additional opportunities include a Corn Hole Tournament, raffle baskets including a wine basket from Maize Farms, and 50/50 drawing. Live music in the lounge.

We'll see you there!

Contact feetmemory@yahoo.com for additional information.