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Most people who know me would say I can without a doubt "talk the talk", the real question is now whether I can also "walk the walk"!?

When I heard that some fellow travel retailers were joining together for a walk to raise money for the Smile Train, my first thought was to be lazy and just offer some candies for the goodies bag. Always appreciated, no?

Then I thought of the famous "Dubai Stone" which magically lands on newcomers waists after having moved here (the risks of expatriation and living in a foreign land, I believe) and, having been here a while now, my doctor will readily confirm that I need the walk more than I need the talk.

So, I will try my best to complete the challenge proposed (in complete and utter silence) and in return I hope you support this effort the best way you possibly can.

Seriously, there is a great need for your support and we all appreciate whatever you can do.

The Smile Train is the world's largest and most effective cleft charity. Since March 2000 it has provided free cleft surgery to over 300'000 children, particularly in emerging countries where parents are unable to fund the operation. For as little as $250, and in as little as 45 minutes, this true, modern day miracle can change a child's life forever!

So please sponsor me now!

Thanks in anticipation and let's all look forward to a very successful Smile Train run on November 22nd!

Patrick Dorais