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Kevin Babington Foundation updated their phone number.
The second generation of the Freejump Airbag is here, and it’s a game changer | World of Showjumping
The second generation of the Freejump Airbag is here, and it’s a game changer | World of Showjumping
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The second generation of the Freejump Airbag was launched earlier this summer, and it is the very first equestrian airvest to be certified according to the new AFNOR NF S72-800-2021 standard.The Board of Directors here at the Kevin Babington Foundation is very pleased to announce that the foundation has been officially recognized as a tax exempt organization, as described in section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. We know that many of you have been awaiting this announcement and we thank you for your patience. With this designation, the foundation has opened the door for many more opportunities by way of collaboration, fundraising and recognition as a non-profit organization in the equestrian community. Please join us in celebrating this exciting news by sharing or commenting and spreading the word! 🧡🍀
Courage, perseverance and determination are just a few words to describe our hero, the inimitable Kevin Babington.
As many of you know, Kevin recently returned from the Mayo Clinic where he underwent stem cell therapy. The path to Mayo was a long and arduous journey, but along with the support of his remarkable family and close friends, Kevin never wavered. The progress Kevin has made is a testament to his incredible strength of character and we’re all so excited to watch and assist Kevin as he continues to improve.
The Board of Directors of the Kevin Babington Foundation (John Brennan Maarten Huygens Missy Clark Shane Sweetnam Darragh Kerins Colm Mcguckian and Jack Morgan) would like to extend a very heartfelt thanks to all of the many people who’ve stepped up to the plate to donate to the KBF. Kevin still has a long road to recovery ahead of him, and the KBF will continue to need financial support so that Kevin can stay on his path to recovery.
The KBF officially applied for its own 501(c)3 designation in February of this year. While the foundation is under review by the IRS, contributions made to it are tax deductible. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.
We’d like to close by saying thank you to Kevin for showing us how to deal with adversity. Your strength of character is unparalleled. Your courage and resiliency is truly remarkable. To say you’ve been an inspiration to so many of us is an understatement. You’re going to do this Kevin! Keep fighting!
To make a tax-deductible donation to the foundation easily online, please visit our newly launched website at www.kevinbabingtonfoundation.org and click the “Donate Here” button.
To all of our past, present and future donors, the Board of Directors at the KBF thanks you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous support! 🍀
Incredible video!! Go Kev!
⭐🙏⭐🙏⭐ Beautiful. The body is amazing ,yet it is the laws of the mind and soul that can take it to the highest levels of healing and health. You have always been in that realm and sharing your accomplishments helps all of us. Yours and your family lfe and living through this journey is inspiring. 💚
Kevin you are an inspiration! To all of you at the Kevin Babington foundation you too are an inspiration to the kindness, compassion and commitment to Kevin.
Love that voice and video! You are tough as nails and unconquerable. ❤️
Amazing, Kevin! You are an inspiration to all of us!
Kevin you are such an inspiration!! Thank you for sharing your progress. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Such fantastic news!!! Kevin and Diana, I feel so honoured to have a “bird’s eye view into the process”...praying so hard for progress from the reports..,,
Kevin you our extradionary. Your determination is giving others more hope. You are an inspiration, what heart can do
Great to see this Darragh and hopefully it's the first of many videos showing us all how well Kevin and his team are doing. Keep the good work up kevin
You are not my jack Morgan but I will help you. Ihad2 strokes in 2013 but Am getting stronger everyday.
So wonderful! Sending good vibes your way for continued progress! ❤
Wishing you all the very best for your recovery Kevin ☘️☘️☘️
The neurological team and your determination will bring huge positive changes Kevin, sending you prayers and strength 💪, you're a fighter! 😁 🔝🍀Bisous for you all! 😘xxx
Kevin I follow every single post , the progress is amazing , your wife is incredible....keep going
Your so inspiring , hard work is paying off
This is great news! Keep up the good fight, Kevin! ☘️💪☘️
Great to see your getting a little more mobile again🤩, good luck Kevin
Wonderful video! Always thinking of you!
Cheering you on Kevin!
You are doing amazing. So glad for you.
Kevin, you are amazing!!!
Look at you go!!
Outstanding.. Praise Jesus.. Jesus and Mary be with you every second of the day. ❤️
Sending Continuous prayers your way Kevin 🙏🏼🍀🙏🏼
Best wishes to you on your continued progress & journey 💚☘💚
An update on Kevin from Dianna Babington.
All of us from the Kevin Babington Foundation appreciate your continued support and donations.
Wishing all our friends a very happy new year. We pray for continued healing and recovery for Kevin, and for all who suffered in 2020.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Do you accept credit card donations ? If so private message me !!! Tell Kevin I love him . He was like a brother in arms to me when I showed . He Always had a kind word for me when I was showing and his sympathetic , empathetic style of riding as well as his character were always an inspiration .
How about having an online raffle fund raiser to win an hour virtual lesson or consultation with Kevin? Pay online to buy raffle tickets. Maybe 3 winners? Happy New Year
Such a good article. Wishing you so much strength!
The measure of a man. May Jesus and the science continue showering Kevin with complete healing. ❤️🙏🏽❤️
So thrilled for So th, So thr, and the entire family! ❤️
#babingtonstrong
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.That is wonderful, exceptional, well deserved and truly SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS, hope I got the spelling right. I could not be happier for you guys, so thrilled! <3 <3
Thrilled the hear this. Prayers are working and will continue🙏🏻💚
Continued prayers are being sent to Kevin!
May I have your permission for my new Mercy school to pray?
Wow!! Hoping for the best outcome!!! 💕
Wonderful !!
Praise God
Fantastic news ☘️
🎉❤️🙏🏻
Brilliant news
Wonderful news 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Fabulous news!!
Such great news!!!!! I hope all goes well with the trial.
Spectacular, spectacular news. Dia is Muire Dhaoibh. ❤️🙏🏽❤️
Wonderful news !!
Great news ! 🙏🙏🙏
That is GREAT news!!!
Great News.
Great news!!
So happy to hear that!
Fantastic news. This gave me chills. 🙏🙏
Amazing news ☘️
Great news!
Happy birthday to the one and only KBABS! Anyone who knows you is lucky to be graced with your wit, determination, and perseverance! Cheers to another year! #babingtonstrong #kevinbabingtonfoundation
Happy birthday Kevin!
Happy Birthday to someone I consider a friend, but have never met. You are an inspiration.
Happy birthday!
Happy birthday Kevin. You are an inspiration! I hope this is the beginning of a fantastic year for you!
Happy birthday !!!!!
Happy Birthday make it a Great one.🤗❤️🌞
Happy Birthday!! 🎂🎉
Wishing you the happiest of birthdays🎈
Happy Birthday! 🎈🍀🎈
Happy birthday Kevin!!!!
Happy Birthday Kevin!!!!
Happy Birthday 🎊🎉🎂
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂🎈🎊🎁🎉
Happy birthday to one heck of an inspiration and role model to us all!
A time to Celebrate, Happy birthday!!
Happy birthday Kevin!!
Happy Birthday!!!
Happy birthday🙏🏻
Truly inspirational. Happy birthday
Happy happy birthday! May each of the coming days and years bring you strength, happiness and love.
Kevin, Happy Birthday!!! Stay strong. XOJ
Happy Birthday!☘🍨
Happy birthday Kevin great to see your progress
Happy Birthday Kevin!!! Every single day you continue to astonish and make all of us so incredibly proud of your fight and courage! Hope you have the most amazing birthday because you truly truly deserve it my friend! ❤️🍀🤴🏻
Happy birthday! You look great! Keep up the good work Kevin 💪
Kevin and the entire KBF board of directors are so thrilled to hear that Alexis is making huge strides in her recovery!
All of us at The Kevin Babington Foundation are glad we could step up to help! Keep fighting Alexis! And know that you have the support, prayers and love from our entire horse community.
Many thanks to Samantha Mackenzie for putting together this wonderful video for Alexis.
John Brennan Dandelion Clark Shane Sweetnam Darragh Kerins Maarten Huygens Colm Mcguckian Mclain Ward Jack Morgan
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.We are so grateful to the Babington’s and everyone that has offered up love and support to our family. Each prayer, text, IM and post lifts us up❤️
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Such a wonderful update from Dianna Babington about Kevin! 💚🤍🧡
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.It’s the very small things that add up and make a tremendous difference. Keep the positive thoughts flowing ❤️
Always in cowgirlrileyyyyy's family prayers 🐴🙏🐴!!
Never give up! 🙏❤
Like you said Dianna, In your video, This is nothing less than exhausting for Kevin,and that is what I believe Is keeping Kevin going,sheer determination,strength from you and your beautiful girls, Gwyneth & Marielle, and most Importantly, Kevin's phenomenal mind-set! You know that GOD has been In the business of answering prayers for healing for a long time and let me tell you Dianna that all your Family, World Equestrian Fans, Friends including me will not stop praying until Kevin's complete recovery. Best wishes, Susie 😘xxx🙏💪🍀⭐
Absolutely brilliant news !
So wonderful!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Amazing🙌🙏🏻
YES!!!
❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
Awesome news
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A Safer Way to Do What You Love
*****Please note we have added more information, see below*******
*The Kevin Babington Foundation’s goal with this article is to highlight the different cutting edge airbag safety bags that are available in the equestrian market. We are not endorsing any specific brand. We are sharing resources as we gather data in an attempt to provide information that can be utilized at each person’s discretion. *
The Kevin Babington Foundation has been conducting research on safety measures to increase the level of assurance within the sport of equestrian. Currently, there are many safety vests in the equestrian market. Throughout the research, three airbag safety vests have stuck out as the safest and most effective in mitigating injuries from a fall.
The first is the Freejump Airbag (pictured). Made in France, every vest is tested separately and can be worn by itself or under a Freejump Airbag Technology- Compatible Jacket. This airbag is certified by the CRITT Sport Loisirs laboratory in Europe, giving it a CE certification. On the equestrian market, the Freejump Airbag can be purchased through a U.S. online named TackNRider.
Helite Airbag Technology Expert is the manufacturer for the Freejump Airbag. Helite also creates a show jacket compatible with the airbag. The trigger that sets off the bag is mechanical in order to prevent the airbag from deploying untimely. This airbag provides coverage from head to tailbone. Helite airbags come with a warranty and a CE certification. These vests are already being used in other sports such as motocross and skiing. Hansen Distribution offers Helite airbags online or in their many stores located around the United States and the world.
The second is the Horse Pilot Airbag Jacket. Partnered with FEI, this European brand is sold by U.S. online retailers such as EQUIS Boutique. This airbag is also CE EU certified. With the help of In & Motion, cutting edge innovation provided a gas trigger for the vests to inflate. Horse Pilot has also innovated with styling; the vests can be worn as part of a show jacket for discrete safety or on its own for practice. Additional information about how to use the vest can be found in the links provided below.
The third is the Hit-Air Safety Vest. This brand was developed and tested in the sport of motocross and continued on into the equestrian market. Crash tested, the vest inflates when the lanyard clip is released as the rider falls. After inflation, a canister is used to remove the CO2 in order to reset the airbag. A new canister is needed every time for deflation. This was the first airbag vest made and has been through 20 years of testing in order to ensure its quality and effectiveness. Neck tests can be viewed in the links below.
Due to the risk involved in our sport, we are encouraging all riders to add airbag safety vests to their equestrian wardrobes in order to continue competing in the sport that they love in the safest way possible.
References:
Airbag Jacket • Riding airbag vest • rider protection • Horse Pilot. (n.d.). Retrieved June 16, 2020, from www.horsepilot.com/en/airbag/430-riding-airbag-vest.html
Airbag Safety Vests • TackNRider. (n.d.). Retrieved June 16, 2020, from www.tacknrider.com/product-category/apparel-gear/airbag-safety-vests/
Bwagence.fr, B. (n.d.). Airbag Equestrian. Retrieved from helite.com/airbag-equestrian
Equestrian, H. (n.d.). Hit Air. Retrieved June 16, 2020, from www.hitairequestrian.com/
Horseriding. (n.d.). Retrieved June 16, 2020, from us.inemotion.com/en/support/topic/horseriding/
Official Distributor of Helite and Horse&Travel. (n.d.). Retrieved from hansendistribution.com/
Oscar & Gabrielle. (2019, December 20). Retrieved June 16, 2020, from www.freejumpsystem.com/en/oscar-gabrielle-2/
Performance / effect test data | motorcycle | - hit-air ... (n.d.). Retrieved June 16, 2020, from www.hit-air.com/en/motorcycle/system/trial_data/
Hansen Distribution Video
www.youtube.com/watch?v=paylw9mWNh4&feature=youtu.be
I started to wear the Helite FreeJump after a really bad fall which resulted in a TBI. I started riding again after a 6 month hiatus and the vest gave me added confidence as well as providing safety. After almost a year since my initial accident, I fell the other day. The vest deployed and I was fine. I wish I had been wearing it the first time I fell. I really believe it would have helped to relieve the severity of my injury. I will never ride again without one.
Thank you, can you tell us which one is certified to the body protector standard that ensures protection to the rider’s torso, EN 13158 or the airvest specification, SATRA M38?
God this will make me look like a horrible person, but we who have evented and have eventing friends and scientists have seen that the air vests DO NOT 100% increase the safety in a fall. Some vests and falls have actually been found to have made the injury worse. Likewise I believe if memory serves that some of this was found to be similarly true when the vests were tested for use by motorcycle riders, their original intended market. Here I will defer to my friend Reed Ayers who is an actual scientist and can FAR better explain what I am mentioning here. Overall in eventing we are pushing for, but so far not getting, more studies on the effect of vests in falls. This link has more links within to one air vest study that was done. www.chronofhorse.com/forum/forum/discussion-forums/eventing/10408885-finally-an-air-vest-study-ai...
Do any protect your neck?
I wear the point two airvest every time I get on, I love it!
Thank you for researching this and providing links. This is really helpful!
FANTASTIC!!! This should be mandatory!!!
I Event/Compete in FL. I’ve never heard anything but positive words regarding an air vest, from the top professionals to us amateurs! I have first-hand experience on how it saved me this pass May. I had a terrible fall, schooling cross-country, and that air vest saved me, it was the only reason why I was able to get up and walk away on my own! I had absolutely zero whiplash, no body aches, just a broken shoulder, but that’s because I landed on that arm when it was extended. 🤦🏻♀️😢 The best investment we’ve ever made! Stay safe everyone. 🙏🏻
Thank you!! these are amazing... i just wish they were more affordable. I have been contemplating a vest for 10 years.. every since I broke my back and now have hardware from T11 to L3.. been researching...
What happens if it doesn’t release? Is there a chance you would be attached to the horse if it malfunctions?
April Leopold Gabriele Berta
Prudence Chichester haha
Thank you !
Thomas Duffy
Deborah Epperson the one in the picture looks super lightweight
Anita. Check this out
Relevant study.... "He added that riders wearing an air jacket had 1.7 times increased odds of sustaining a serious or fatal injury in a fall compared to riders not wearing an air jacket." www.horsetalk.co.nz/2019/06/30/air-vests-body-protectors-eventing-falls/
Wade Baily
Dear lord the ignorance of this post! What data have the manufactures or have you, Kevin Babington, developed to PROVE airvests are safer. The FEI data shows that airvests are associated with greater injury or death at ALL FEI levels. This post, at best, is misleading to the public and is based on marketing and sponsors.
Rebecca von Schweinitz Kimberly Pierce von Schweinitz
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Wonderful news. Just the contact with an animal can do wonderful things.
That's one adorable puppy, Lindsay Brock! 😍
And big thanks to Maarten for being the ring leader of the operation!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Great job everyone! Maarty , as always, a stand up friend.
Let me know if you guys need any help im not working so im happy to volunteer any day any time!
Well done everyone 👏
Awesome! Wish I lived there and could help.
Big thanks to Maarten Huygens and Darragh Kerins for organizing a face lift of Kevin’s barn in Loxahatchee! A few truck loads of mulch and some trimming of plants make all the difference! Kevin always loved spending his Mondays doing work around his farm so Maarten and Darragh
spear-heading this for him is much appreciated 🍀 #babingtonstrong
Thank you so much. Kevin and I are so sad we were not there today but we are very thankful for our amazing friends
Best cause ever to help The Babington Family ! 👍🌷
You guys are awesome!! Real deal!!👌🙏🌅🤠🐴💪
Awesome ❤️
Love This.
Keep safe Martinusstar xxx
Love this ❤️
Well done
Hope you are all staying healthy ❤️
God bless. Beautiful
Well done great work
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Great work folks
Missy Clark had a great time giving Olivia Sweetnam a lesson today on her pony, On Your Mark. Olivia won the lesson in an auction event held at the National Horse Show last November to benefit Kevin Babington. All proceeds were donated to the KBF.
“I was so impressed with Olivia today, said Missy. She has such a natural feel and her position is excellent! She was clearly born to ride considering her dad is Irish showjumper, Shane Sweetnam!”
Olivia is trained by her mom, Ally Sweetnam and by Danny Arendt
out of Sweet Oak Farm.
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All of us at the KBF hope everyone stays healthy during these unsettling times. We will continue to keep everyone updated on Kevin and his progress as things unfold.
And as always, we can’t thank everyone enough who have generously donated to the KBF. We are all so grateful for the continued support for Kevin by so many in our close knit community.
Stay safe out there!
Well done Olivia hope you had fun and took loads of advice from Missy
Love this!
Super talented kid. Awesome opportunity!
Congrats Kevin! We’re certain your input will be invaluable!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.congratulations Kevin you will be a fantastic addition
Congratulations Kevin!
Congratulations Kevin
Thank you Dianna Babington for the wonderful update on Kevin! ❤️
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.He is definitely in the right spot! My sister lives in Rochester, she has a medical condition that requires her to be close to the Mayo clinic. They have done wonderful things for her. Hopefully, they’ll do the same for Kevin!
Continuing to send prayers for your family...keep working toward recovery and modern medicine keeps working towards new discoveries.
always in my prayers Thank you for sharing. Keep fighting! You got this!
Love and hope for Kevin and his family
Go Kevin.....show them what kind of guts horse people have. You got this!
Continued prayers. This is excellent news
Fabulous News!
Fantastic news!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Great news!
Sending prayers 🙏🙏🙏keep up with the positive attitude and sending ❤❤for those difficult days.
Fantastic news!
Some bright news praying for a miracle for Kevin
Great news
Fantastic news. Good luck with it. 🍀. Positivity pays.
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Did you miss Friday evening's performances, or just want to relive the excitement and your favorite Queen?? Check out the whole evening here!! Voting is still available online! $5/vote for your favorite Queen, with all proceeds going to the Kevin Babington Foundation!
one.bidpal.net/kevinsqueens/browse/fixedPrice
That was some night!
The evening of Kevin’s Queens was a huge success. Many thanks to all the people involved who pulled together to help raise over $200,000 for the Kevin Babington Foundation.
Thank you to the many people who pledged generous donations! Kevin and his family are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from the horse community.
The cast of queens were magnificent! No one held back and their performances entertained and motivated the huge crowd!
Thank you to:
Darren Graziano, Jon McCrea, Dr. Richard Wheeler, Darragh Kerins, Dr. Robert Brusie, Tom Blankenship, Paul O’Shea, Dr. David Adam, Ronan Mcguigan, Nick Skelton, Maarten Huygens, John Brennan, Roberto Teran, Colin Syquia, Niall Carey, Jordan and Daniel Coyle and Athena Dion.
*And special shout out to Darragh Kerins for winning the Best Queen Award. Your performance was epic to say the least! 🏆
Thanks as well to the following for all your efforts:
Elizabeth Sponseller
Katy Wingerter
Kristen Amundsen
Jack Morgan
Ava Lindsay
Margo Thomas
Megan Gillard
Maddy Machery
Jimmy Torano for his wonderful energy as auctioneer.
Juan Gando for hosting the function at The Whitehorse Fashion Cuisine.
And most importantly thank you to Kevin Babington for showing all of us how to face adversity with courage, strength and grace. You inspire all of us every day.
Below are some photos of some of the many memorable moments!
Thanks to all. We rocked it!!
Missy
Such a great night! Thank you to everyone involved! Cheers to Kevin and his recovery!
These pictures are amazing! What an awesome idea!
I was such an amazing night and wonderful to see all of the equestrian community in Wellington come together to support.
Well done to all. Great amount raised. Proud of my cousin JB. Best wishes to Kevin 😁
You guys look awesome 😂
I so wanted to be there!! Looks like such a fun night!!
What a hoot ! 💃🌞😆
Well done for a great cause!
Amazing well done everyone
Amazing!!!!
Love this!!
Hysterical 😩
Pictures are amazing - what an awesome community!
Casey Martino Anzalone
We are now on Instagram! @kevinbabingtonfoundation
Just keep believing and stay strong, Kevin you are an inspiration to me. There have been days with my MS I’ve wanted to quit, you truly keep me going
‼️Fundraiser alert‼️
Where: White Horse Fashion Cuisine
(Wellington, FL)
When: February 7th, 2020
What: Dinner, Drinks, Karaoke, and a "Drag Break"
Details:
🔹 Dinner: Starts at 5:30 (reservations recommended)
$5/plate will be donated to the KBF
🔹 Drinks: All night! 20% will be donated to the KBF🥂
🔹 Karaoke: $2/song donated to the KBF🎤
🔹Drag Break: 8:00 PM, 13 of Wellington's finest horsemen will put on a show dressed in their finest Queen attire.
▪️ Vote for your favorite queen, and whoever wins the most money will be crowned head queen of the night!
▪️ Everyone can vote ahead of time for who they predict their winning queen will be. Simply follow this link to vote for your favorite!
one.bidpal.net/kevinsqueens/browse/fixedPrice
▪️ Voting will also be available in person the night of the event!!
▪️ The winning queen is the one who raises the most money and will be announced LIVE at the White Horse following their performances! Judges Kevin Babington, Margie Engle, Missy Clark, and Colm McGuckian will also vote towards their favorite Queen.
▪️ Each of the queens will have a sponsor who will match 100% of the amount raised by YOUR votes!! All the proceeds will go to the KBF.
🔷🔷🔷🔷There is no cost for tickets/entry, just vote for your queens as many times as you can!!
Come for drinks, singing, and a night of fun to support our favorite Irishman, Kevin Babington, on his road toward recovery!!|
PM us with any questions!
Occasionally there are heroes who cross our paths in life. Personally I have a select few, one of which is none other than
Kevin Babington himself... and another is Freddie Mercury. I’ve somewhat deluged Kevin with a lot of Freddie videos and songs over the past few months.
The song Kevin is listening to in tonight’s video is A Winter’s Tale. The other night I sent this song to Kevin as I wasn’t sure if he was familiar with it.
Previously I hadn’t really listened to A Winter’s Tale much but since John’s and my return from Montreux I’ve become a huge fan of it...just like I’m a huge fan of Kevin’s!
The backstory to A Winter’s Tale illustrates the incredible strength of character Freddie Mercury possessed. He wrote and recorded this song in beautiful Montreux when he was gravely ill in 1991.
Kevin too possesses the most incredible strength of character I’ve ever personally witnessed.
There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about Kevin and marvel at his remarkable tenacity, all coupled with the most determined and positive outlook. Kevin is such a warrior, truly unparalleled. As he continues his fight to recover I hope all of his friends and followers will continue to be here for Kevin and his family.
He will never give up and neither should we.
And to all who have generously contributed to the KBF, thank you! All of your support is tremendously appreciated!
Thank you Kevin for inspiring us, motivating us and for showing us what real courage looks like. You’re one in a million. 💚🧡
xx
Missy
and the KBF crew
John Brennan
Shane Sweetnam
Darragh Kerins
Maarten Huygens
Colm Mcguckian
Video credit and special thanks:
Elizabeth Sponseller
(Hopefully FB won’t mute this video!)
My fiance Stewart Midwinter suffered a cervical spinal cord injury 8 years ago. I see you have an FES bike! Stewart has being riding his FES bike for over 7 years. He has attributed it to keeping him healthy all this time. Keep it up! All your hard work will pay off! HUGS♥️
When someone is winning, you think they have strength. Kevin has shown us that time and time again. To see Kevin right now, in his time of adversity, you see herculean strength...and grace... and the power of positivity. Kevin is a super hero who is an inspiration to us all. He will overcome, and he will teach us all as he is doing it
What a giant Kevin is 💪🏻☘️ inspiration to us all 🤩
He is strong and is drawing unparalleled inspiration from the love of his family and friends. 🙏🏻
Kevin is such a inspiration I have always admired him but now I think he has taught us all so much more then we could have ever dreamed of. Kevin keep up the great work & progress because you have so many wonderful friends wishing & praying for you every day . I know it’s not easy but you have showed us courage , strength & brought us all together. Thank you Kevin you are a true hero !
Go Kevin Go. ! You inspire all of us ! Your a true Hero. We love you and support you. Keep up the amazing progress. God Bless you. We love you !!!
You've come so far in so short a time! It's just amazing ❤️
Kevin Babington you are such an inspiration! I have so much to thank you for ! Every time I want to sit on my arse and whinge about my arthritic joints , I think of you and the mental Strength that you have and I get up and get going ....... your amazing! And you too Dianna Babington! Amazing
Wow! I had no idea how this was done, but so good to see Kevin moving with assistance. I just have faith that he is on his way to more progress.🙏🏼
What an inspiration Kevin is. So happy he is smiling along the journey even through the toughest times.
Thank you for sharing! He’s a an inspiration to everyone. He’s always in our prayers.
You are truly the inspiration that everyone should see. Everyday people just go about the normal day routine with some challenges, but THEN comes the time such as what you have endured and you are showing true strength and determination Kevin. Just keep going with your beautiful smile and positive attitude. Show everyone!!! Never stop and believe. 💚
Kevin keep it up! You are a champion and inspiration.
I am in awe—the strength of character, the courage and perseverance. Kevin is a true hero and an inspiration to us all. God bless you and you are succeeding. Thank you.
We’re so happy to watch this video of Kevin and see him smiling. So proud of you Kevin! Your drive and determination is inspiring. 💚💚💚
So exhilarating to watch this video...and Kevin’s smile... Inspiration at the highest level. God bless you and your family ❤️
Go Kevin. You are truly an inspiration to us all💪💪🇨🇮🇨🇮🇨🇮
This is what a hero looks like. Our prayers are continuous. 💚☘️🇮🇪
Kevin, you continue to amaze us! Your strength has no limits! Sending much love and continued prayers. ❤️
This is amazing and so great to see!! Go Kevin !!!
Wow such hard work congratulations Kevin love your smile we’re praying for you
We love you Kevin!! You are so strong and an inspiration for all of us!
That is soooo amazing! Way to go Kevin!
Thank you for sharing this! Continued prayers!!
How heartening to see you doing so much already! Bravo!!!
The Kevin Babington Foundation Facebook page has been set up to update people on Kevin and his progress, share information regarding fund raising and to keep everyone current on what is needed for Kevin as he continues on his journey towards rehabilitation.
As many of you know Kevin’s rehabilitation is going to be a long process. The KBF has been created to assist in generating funds so the large task of providing the best possible care for Kevin is viable.
All of us at the KBF wish to extend a heartfelt thanks to the many people who have already donated. With the contributions received we were able to recently purchase a van for Kevin so he can easily be transported to and from physical therapy once he is released from Kessler and is down in Florida. Currently the date for Kevin’s arrival in Wellington is on or around December 5th.
If anyone has any questions please send your inquiries here via private message or you can send an email to
kevinbabingtonfoundation@gmail.com
if you need bank details for donations.
Additionally the KBF hopes to be a platform where riders can access resources to obtain information on innovative safety equipment to aid in the prevention of catastrophic injury. Arguably our sport is behind the 8 ball in this area, and it’s time we look more closely at the many cutting edged options in safety vests and riding coats which are readily available.
Many thanks for your continued support for Kevin. He and his family, and all of us at the KBF are so incredibly grateful for your interest and generosity.
We hope we can continue to count on all of you as Kevin faces his brave battle to recover.
Missy Clark
John Brennan
Shane Sweetnam
Colm Mcguckian
Darragh Kerins
Maarten Huygens
What a wonderful idea and thank you for raising awareness in our sport regarding safety. I pray for Kevin’s recovery everyday. 🍀
Is there a way to set up a monthly auto pay for recurring donations?
Continued prayers , best wishes, and support for Kevin Babington . Thank you Kevin Babington Foundation for updates.
Thank you for all that you have done for this special family. ❤️
Thank you for setting this up !
Speedy recovery from Ocoee, TN
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Great article today in The Columbus Dispatch (Metro & State section) about a drug that could reverse spine injury...it’s a new study by Ohio State University. It’s the drug Gabapentin (aka Neurontin) used to treat chronic nerve pain.
Thank you for for this page! ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
Sending prayers and good wishes
May god be kind to you all on the journey ahead
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Kessler is the best
