The Two Hands Project

By Alex Gooderick

In loving memory of Paul Gooderick

 

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The Two Hands Project

Thursday 20th Oct
“As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands: one for helping yourself and one for helping others”
Audrey Hepburn 


The first time my husband Paul was admitted to level 9 at the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse I had a mix of feelings. One of relief that he was in a safe place...but one of fear that our cancer journey was not going be the one I so desperately hoped for.

There would be a few more hospital admissions to come.

The final few weeks of Paul's life were spent on level 9. And so my daughters Amelie and Sofia and I would spend days and nights back and forth. Sometimes I would go by myself but most often with my daughters and our beloved cavoodle Chase. 

Late in the evenings as we walked that loney walk down quiet hospital hallways,  feeling sad and again leaving their Dad behind for another night… we came to reflect on how much our dog Chase had lifted the spirits of patients and staff that she had encountered each day.  Then one night Amelie and Sofia questioned why there were no therapy dogs on level 9. I explained that the therapy dogs are on a different floor reserved for teenagers with cancer. "But there are lots of children and teenagers on this floor too mum" Amelie explained.  I realised that we had indeed encountered many families on cancer journey with a loved one, just like us. Those Children and teens may not have the cancer themselves but they most certainly lived the tsunami of a diagnosis.

We started to wonder... could we help bring in a therapy dog for these families on level 9? And what else could we do to soften the experience of children and teenagers just like Amelie and Sofia? 
This idea started growing ....... and 'The Two Hands Project’ was born.



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Amber

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Andrew Sieja

So many great memories throughout the years working with Paul. He was direct. Honest. Collaborative. Warm. A really great partner. Super fun as we had a number of adventures together. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for putting this together so we can honor him and help other familes.

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Jason Preston

Paul was a lovely man that will be missed. Our thoughts are with Alex, Amelie, and Sofia. From the Preston Family.

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Jessica Catherine Adams

This is a belated thanks to Paul for his photography, when Peter Garrett visited Hobart all those years ago. I put some flowers for him, picked from the mountain, near the fire escape at Jane Franklin Hall where he used to carry his surfboard every weekend. We've not met Alex, but I am so sorry for your loss. Safe trip, Paul.

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Anonymous

Lovely thing to do. Will miss you PG!

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Julian Mcgrath

Will miss his smile, his presence and his warmth. Lots of love to you, Amelie and Sofia

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Lod

Paul was a great bloke, and our thoughts are with you, Alex, Amelie and Sofia, and Chase. The Two Hands Project is a fantastic idea, and a lovely way to honour Paul.

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Andrew Chan

I feel very fortunate to have worked with Paul. He was a great leader and a good friend. I'll always remember his cheerfulness and the way he treated everyone with respect, warmth and kindness. He will be missed.

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Murali Baddula

To a great friend, mentor and my inspiration. We Will miss Paul and his smile every day. Lots of love to Alex, Amelie and Sofia

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Sean Southon

Alex, Amelie & Sophia, We will all miss Paul so much and I count myself lucky to have spent so many years working and traveling with him. I have so many fond memories and will cherish them for years to come. Sending all my love. Sean

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Jonathan Prideaux

In memory of a good friend and someone, I admired and respected. He never failed to make me laugh and I will miss him. The last time we spoke he told me how grateful he was of the care he always received at Lifehouse. Love to Alex, Amelie and Sofia. Always, JP

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Beth Patterson

Paul was a wonderful friend and colleague. He was always warm & generous with a great sense of adventure and a creative spirit. Paul was a great leader and a real pioneer in the Legal tech industry. It was a privilege to have worked with him over 20 years and he will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with you, Alex, and your beautiful girls, Amelie and Sofia. May Paul’s lovey spirit be with you always. Thanks for setting up the Two Hands initiative, a great way to honour Paul!

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The Schades

Missing my mate so much already, he leaves a huge hole in my heart. All our love to you Alex, and the girls, who made Paul so very very happy xxx

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Anita And Victor Zheng

We'll always remember Paul as positive, funny and most of all a great guy. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

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Philippa & Peter Baker

What a beautiful idea. So glad that Chase brought so much joy to Paul, yourself, your girls and the other families on level 9 ❤️

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Christine And Barry Long

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Jo Sherman

All my love to you, Alex, and your beautiful girls. May he live on in your hearts. Paul was a remarkable man.

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Gavin Wingfield

A great friend and colleague, an inspiring leader and positive person. He loved you, Amelie and Sofia so very much and spoke about you with such fondness and pride. He leaves a big gap in my life and the life of many and I will miss his love, his positivity and his dedication to those around him. I'll also miss messaging him every F1 race. Paul lived life like he raced his cars, fast and with enthusiasm, always a winner.

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Mandy Mellis - Law In Order

In memory of of a brilliant colleague and friend. A true legend who will be very missed by many.

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Relativity

Paul was a true leader in Legal Tech and eDiscovery. His presence will be missed but never forgotten. Our hearts are with Alex, Amelie and Sofia.

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Kathleen Lieuw-kie-song-drown

It still seems unreal that I will never have another chat with Paul again. Our chats were about much more than work; life, dancing, sports and he even taught me how to swear in Australian.

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Analisa Kirby

Dear Alex. Sending you all our love and thoughts. We will remember Paul with great fondness and be happy we shared good times with you both.

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Ben & Keira

Such a wonderful idea from you and the girls and a great way to honor Paul's memory. Love to you all, Ben & Keira

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Scott Curley

A really good bloke.

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Justin Ballantyne

Here’s to Paul who loves his life with courage, integrity and love ❤️.. thinking of you .. Justin and Paul

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Tim Finlayson

Thinking of you Paul.

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Alice, Avery, Veg And John Mravunac

Alex, thinking of you and the girls at this deeply sad time. xxxx

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Lloyd & Carolyn Penberthy

Hi Alex, What a lovely way to remember Paul. Our condolences and best wishes to you and the girls. You are part of a wonderful family.

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Kelley Ward

I’m so sorry for your loss. I heard so much about Paul through his sisters. He’ll be greatly missed by so many. My sincere condolences.

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Katy Farage

Thinking of you x

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Elise & Mani

Lots of love Alex, to you and the girls xx

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Kate Sowden

Darling Alex, My deepest sympathies to you all. May we celebrate Paul’s life with the gusto he showed in life. Much love and friendship forever. Kate ❤️

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John Patrick Perkins

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Colin Mcneil

Such a great guy, who be hugely missed. Thinking of you all

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Elizabeth Clark

Alex and family, A wonderful way to give back and keep Paul’s memory alive. Love, Nigel, Elly and Amelia xxx

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Ken Porter

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Angie Miller

Alex a small contribution to a very worthwhile project. With my love Angie xx

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Anonymous

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Emma Barker

In memory of a friend, mentor and admired work colleague. May his legacy live on.

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Elizabeth Miller

In memory of a friend, mentor and admired work colleague

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Nelson Arias

Alex, I didn’t know Paul personally but his impact on our profession is immeasurable. Wish you guys all the very best with your project.

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Tegan & David Pryce

In memory of Paul and for those this small donation will assist. Sending love and healing.

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Penny, Rob, Riley And Charlie X

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Nick Price

Such a great idea, Ammy, Sofia and Alex, to bring fun and comfort to people for years to come - in Paul's name and memory

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Andrew Foster

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Steve Sos

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Kai Tando

I’m so sorry for your loss Alex, my heart is broken and incredibly sad. I can’t believe we lost one fine human like Paul and never get to see his gorgeous smile again. Thank you for giving us this opportunity to contribute for a wonderful cause. Unfortunately I won’t be able to be there on Monday but I will be thinking of him, you and the girls and sending all my love. Kai & Zen

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Karen And Jerry

Thinking of you all x

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Justine Grayce

I’m so sorry for your loss Alex. Paul was so kind and generous to me when I came into legal tech at a later stage in my career. Always a welcome surprise to run into him, I recall lots of laughter and fun whenever I saw him. What a bright spark he was. I feel very grateful that I had the good fortune to know him. Thinking of you and your girls at this very sad time.

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Kathryn Van Gelder

This is such a beautiful way to remember Paul and a real testament to you and his children. I'm grateful for being given the opportunity to contribute. Wishing you all many wonderful memories

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Darain Faraz

A wonderful tribute for a wonderful man. Much love to you my darling ❤️

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Kaitlin And Family Barry

Alex, Am and Sofia We’re so sorry for your loss. Paul will be forever remembered by us as an amazing father to his 2 beautiful girls, a husband who loved his wife devotedly and a great friend to our family. He was kind, thoughtful and so easy to talk to. We will miss him. We are here for the three of you, always. Brendhan, Kerrie, Kaitlin and Cam. X

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Picaluna Funerals

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Michelle Minnikin

Although I did not know Paul, I am a good friend of Simon's and devastated to hear of your loss. Happy to support a wonderful initiative and look forward to hearing the outcome. Michelle M

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Jim & Lynne Raw

This is such a great idea that Amelie, Sofia and you have taken on, Alex. We have many happy memories of Christmases with you, Paul and the girls!

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Tanya White

Paul was a respected leader and genuine nice guy in our industry and will be missed. My love and thoughts are with Alex, Amelie and Sofia. The Two Hands Project is a wonderful way to celebrate and remember Paul.

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Jodie Sullivan

Sending so much love your way darling woman. I am here for you as are all of your beautiful family and friends.

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Anonymous

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Mike Havener

Hi Alex, I did not know Paul for very long. I interviewed for the CFO role at LIO with him and worked with him for just a couple of weeks. He has the utmost respect from me, the finance team, and all of my colleagues at LIO. He was a legend at LIO!

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Lynne Raw

To Alex , Amelie and Sofia Hoping this helps Paul’s fund to grow this Christmas https://donate.mylifehouse.org.au/fundraisers/paul.

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Kristy, Rob And Eloise

We are so sorry about the passing of Paul, your beautiful husband and Daddy xx

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Christine Long

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