The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step...
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Happy Mothers Day Mum Thank you for everything you've done for me, and continue to do for me...we may have our differences, but I know you've only ever got my best interest at heart and I am so lucky to have you. You are the most amazing, beautiful, caring, thoughtful, loving mum.Happy Mothers Day to every mum out there, and also those who are no longer with us. Please know that I love you so much more than words could ever explain mum
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He's not allowed on the bed...but when he's not well and does this, how can I possibly say no!
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When life gives you a hundred reasons to break down and cry, show life that you have a million reasons to smile and laugh!
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Days like these... @bradbessant
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Just me, and the sea...lost and searching for clarity
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Good Friends
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Soul Soothing... Gary Nicholl
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The sun is out, the water is warm, and the waves are fun @kapa_photography
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My Happy Place Michael Hayes.
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One of us was having fun However, I DID get off this wave a split second later @fran90210
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Salty Mornings Photo by Michael Hayes.
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When the sun is shining, the waves are good...and you can't help but smile
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Sun protection is important to me and I'm grateful for the support of @zealoptics who help protect my eyes on a daily basis. #ExploreMore #ThroughOurLensesPhoto - @tannahblue
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Sun protection is important to me and I'm grateful for the support of @zealoptics who help protect my eyes on a daily basis. #ExploreMore #ThroughOurLensesPhoto by @tannahblue
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Foamy Days Photo by @michaelhayes__
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When life gets tough just remember that every day is a new beginning, take a deep breath & start again...
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Unfortunately I got knocked out of competition today due to my own silly mistakes, quite terrible actually...but here's to moving forward & onto the next one!Goodbye Newcastle Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Happy to have won my heat in the #Surfest #TaggartWomensPro QS6000 held in Newcastle today!Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around...use your smile to change the world, don't let the world change your smile. Happy Valentines Day
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Sunny Days Photo by @foamballs.
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Unfortunately I couldn't find rhythm in my heat today & have been eliminated from the #tweedcoastpro...but I am really enjoying my time back in the water! Thank you to everyone who has shown their support & also those who came to the beach to watch me surf today.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Tricky conditions today, but happy with my heat win & looking forward to tomorrow! Photo by @michaelhayes__ #tweedcoastpro
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Happy Days! Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Not a bad start to 2016! Photo by @michaelhayes__
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We're a special bunch!
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We're a special bunch!
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Wishing you all a Merry Christmas & a New Year filled with good health, happiness, love & a life full of amazing adventures!!
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This past year has been extremely challenging, in many more ways than one...but I'm happy to say that being back in the water puts a smile on my face, just in time for Christmas!!
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Melbourne Cup, giddy up! Unable to be trackside today, but here's a favourite from last years race day experience with my handsome man
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A few things have changed since my last health update...After several more bleeds, hospital visits and further investigation; I was told I would require major surgery.Surgery was the last resort, but in the end it needed to be done.Last week I spent 3 hours in theatre, where the surgeons removed 20cms of my small bowel and also reversed my ileostomy.Instead of using clamps, my surgeon decided it was best to hand stitch my bowel back together to avoid further problems. The surgery went well and I am now back at home continuing my recovery. I am unable to do much for the next 6-8 weeks and although it will take some time for my body to adjust to what it's just been through, I am hopeful that I am now on the road to recovery.#Crohns #Colitis #IBD #IntoTheOpen
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3.10.15Celebrating World Ostomy Day!World Ostomy Day is dedicated to raising awareness about ostomies.It's not normally something people would openly talk about as there is so much stigma about having a bag, but let me tell you that it is nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed about.Let's face it, everybody poops Yes it is a little different, but hey we are all different in our own ways.Having an ostomy doesn't mean you have to live with limitations, it does not make you weird, weak, gross, ugly, unsexy, or any less of a person...if anything it gives you a deeper appreciation for everything around you, makes you stronger, more unique and more valuable. Having a bag can be easy to hide, they have no odour until being emptied, they can be easily hidden under clothes, they really do become part of a routine just like brushing your teeth, and to be honest there are a lot more people out there living with ostomies than you may realise. Yes sometimes they can make funny noises a
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Happy Fathers Day to the most amazing dad that anyone could ever wish for! Thank you for being the loving, caring, fun, thoughtful, generous, amazing dad that you are..I wouldn't want it any other way, you are the best.Please know that I love you & I always will
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I've been known to overthink things as it is...but having so much time to think lately has had me lost in my own thoughts Some of you may have noticed that I've been a bit quiet on social media lately...so here's an update. I am coping well with my ileostomy, it's actually been the least of my worries these last few months. To cut a long story short, it was revealed that I also have Crohn's in my small bowel. After a month long hospital visit & lots of treatment, I got some positive news!An investigation 2wks ago showed that my large bowel is relatively good & my small bowel has some stricturing, but the ulceration has showed signs of healing/improvement.I am still continuing treatment at home & hoping for a positive outcome after a follow up investigation in 6-8wks.Let's just say I'm looking forward to getting back to enjoying my life, though in saying that I am thankful to be here.See you in the water soon #IntoTheOpen #Crohns #Colitis #IBD
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Reflecting back on adventures from the Crohn's & Colitis Australia Youth Camp just over a week ago! These kids are all going through an invisible battle, a battle that nobody deserves to go through. I was so inspired by every single one of you and am so proud of you all for how you handle yourselves and approach life, and when you are going through those tough times just remember that you all now have each other. I'm glad you all had the chance to meet each other, make new friendships with others who understand, and know that you do have the support of each other. I'm also grateful to have had the pleasure of meeting you, speaking with you, and spending a few days adventuring with you! #IntoTheOpen #Crohns #Colitis #IBD Photo by Kylie Lyons, Handprint Photography.
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Happy to announce my new partnership with @zealoptics & loving the fact that their products are environmentally friendly!! #ExploreMore #ThroughOurLensesPhoto - @tannahblue
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Home...so blessed
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Happy Mother's Day Mum I could start writing about how amazing you are but I wouldn't know where to stop, so I'll just say this...Thank you for everything you've done & still continue to do for me, you are one of a kind & the most amazing mum one could ever wish for & I'm thankful to call you my mum. We've been through so much as a family, but I believe it has only made us better people & we've become even closer & stronger than before. I'm sorry for all I've put you through & I know that we sometimes have our disagreements, though please always know that I love you mum & always will.Thank you for being you & for loving me unconditionally the way you do
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The balloon in this photo is more than it seems, it's been with me for the last 3 weeks & hasn't deflated...it's the first thing I see as I wake every morning, always starting my day with a smile It's been 3 weeks since surgery & I'm adjusting well with my latest accessory.I do have my moments but I'm starting to feel much brighter within myself.At the moment I still have to take things slow & steady, but I'll be back enjoying the things I love in no time!#IntoTheOpen #Crohns #Colitis #IBD #Ileostomy #Ostomy #GetYourBellyOut
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Thank you to everyone who has sent me messages of support & kind words, it really does mean a lot.I didn't expect the amount of feedback I had on my last post on Facebook, though I'm glad it has reached so many people! I thank everyone who shared my post & has helped raise more of an awareness about Crohn's/Colitis & IBD in general.I haven't been able to respond to all the comments on my previous post but to those who are currently dealing with obstacles or surgery, I send you my best wishes & determination to battle through those tough times...it may not seem like it right now, but eventually there is a positive light at the end of the tunnel.In saying that, I have now had the surgery & everything went well.I am now recovering but am looking forward to getting myself into peak condition & can't wait to get back in the water!#IntoTheOpen #Crohns #Colitis #IBD
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My caption was too long to post to @Instagram, but if you want the full story to this photo please head towww.facebook.com/brittaninicholl
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Really enjoying my time back in the water
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If you missed it...here's the link to this weeks interview with NBN.www.nbnnews.com.au/index.php/2015/02/24/brittani-nicholl-back-in-training-after-inconsistent-2014
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Due to the obstacles over the last 12 months I've not been able to train consistently over that time...finally feeling brighter & happy to be back into it with some light training at home.
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Unfortunately my stay in Manly has been short...but not so sweet.Being knocked in the last 30 seconds doesn't feel good...but it came down to bad judgement & human error, which I only have myself to blame for.Goodbye Manly!Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Day 1, Girls are ON!Watch all the live action here in Manly at www.australianopenofsurfing.com
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Unfortunately not the start to the year I was looking for...taking note & moving forward.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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After a month out of the water I was happy to walk away with a heat win.Congrats to our whole team at @kirrasurfriders on making the semis of the Original Source Australian Boardriders Battle.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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FOR SALE!!! Nikon D7000 Nikon AF-S 18-55mm lens GoPro Hero 3 Black Edition SPL D7000 Waterhousing with pistol grip, detachable side grip, GoPro attachment & wrist strap.All reasonable offers considered, if interested please send a direct message.Thanks!
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A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.
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Christmas Day was full of surprises...happy to announce that we are engaged!!
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The perfect day...with my perfect man
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Pick up a copy of the latest issue of Curl magazine to read my story...issue number 42, in selected Australasian newsagencies now!!A big thank you to Lynne & Steve, as well as everybody else at Curl...thanks for the addition in the editors letter also.
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Surfboards for SALE!Located around the Gold Coast & Tweed Coast areas of Australia.If interested please send a direct message, not a comment.All reasonable offers considered.Dimensions are below from left to right in order of the picture.5'7 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/8 - Hammo5'7 1/2 x 18 3/8 x 2 3/16 - Hammo 5'8 x 18 1/4 x 2 1/8 - Hammo 5'8 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/8 - Hammo5'9 x 18 1/4 x 2 1/8 - Hammo 5'9 - Darcy5'10 x 18 1/8 x 2 1/8 - Woody 6'0 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/4 - Hammo 6'0 x 18 x 2 1/8 - Baillie6'3 x 18 3/8 x 2 1/4 - DylanAll boards must go!!!
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Watch Nine Gold Coast News at 5.30pm or NBN Gold Coast News at 6pm QLD time tonight...raising awareness about Crohns Disease. Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Happy days with my love @michaelhayes__
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A lack of waves in the ocean has resulted in four games of golf in one week...definitely a record!
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Thanks to @curlmag for helping me spread the awareness about Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the current issue of Curl Magazine, issue #41.
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One of our favourites...San Sebastin, Spain
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Happy to have made it through both my heats yesterday here in Spain, but unfortunately got knocked in the round of 24 today.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Girls are ON!I'll be surfing my heat in around 3.5 hours...Check out all the action today by heading to www.aspworldtour.com/events/2014/wqs/1012/pantin-classic-galicia-proPhoto by @michaelhayes__
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Exploring markets with @michaelhayes__
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French Cuisine
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Unfortunately I got knocked out from the event in today's marginal conditions but I'm happy to have won at least one heat & still surfed well...staying positive, moving on.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Happy to have won my first heat here in the @swatchgirlspro...I'll be surfing my next heat in about one & a half hours, tune in at swatchgirlspro.com
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The first call for the @swatchgirlspro @asp 6 star event here in France will be in 11 hours...check out the event live & keep up to date by heading to swatchgirlspro.com or aspworldtour.com & click on the link.
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Unfortunately I had an early knockout, which just happened to be on dead high tide...A 20 minute heat soon turned into a 7 minute heat, with only one wave being ridden in the first 13 minutes.I got into 2nd position but got knocked in the dying seconds of a wave starved 20 minutes.
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On the boulevard, Oceanside.
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Arrived in Oceanside...Looking forward to competing in the @supergirlpro @asp six star event later on this week...competition starts on the 8th here in California or the 9th at home!Head to www.supergirlpro.com for live updates & more information.
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The team at Willi Footwear have come up with an awesome concept which will banish those dreadful blowouts & give you more variety for your feet...support their crowd funded campaign by heading to this link & pre-order yours today!! www.indiegogo.com/projects/interchangeable-flip-flops-with-no-more-blow-outs@willifootwear
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California/Europe bound Goodbye Home...see you in a month!!
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Los Cabos, Mexico.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Sunny days in Mexico Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Easily distracted?! I think so...atleast one of us was looking at the camera haha.
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And then we had a dolphin
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Mexican paradise Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Surfboards For SaleIf interested, please send a message to my inbox.6'3 x 18 3/8 x 2 1/4 - Dylan6'0 x 18 x 2 1/8 - Baillie5'10 x 18 1/8 x 2 1/8 - Woody5'9 - Darcy5'9 x 18 1/4 x 2 1/8 - Hammo5'8 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/8 - Hammo5'7 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/8 - Hammo SOLD5'7 x 18 1/2 x 2 1/8 - Hammo
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Just hanging in Mexixo
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Unfortunately not a good result in the contest here in Los Cabos, Mexico...but found a few fun waves during the week.Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Mexican sunrise Photo by @michaelhayes__
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Sun protection is important to me and I'm grateful for the support of @zealoptics who help protect my eyes on a daily basis. #ExploreMore #ThroughOurLensesPhoto by @tannahblue
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