Hello and thank you so much for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

In 2009 my eyes were opened to the horrible illness that is Cancer when my Mum was diagnosed. Since, I have witnessed family members and good friends be diagnosed and are currently battling with cancer.

On Monday 4^th January 2010, Elise Roberts who was a leader at the company I work for (Barclays) was also diagnosed with cancer. During her illness, Elise set up www.eliseforlife.org with the aim of raising £1m for The Christie, however on Sunday 3^rd October 2010 Elise sadly passed away. I am determined to help Elise raise the much needed funds for The Christie who continue to care for Cancer Patients, which is why this year in October 2011 I will be participating in the single largest fundraising event in The Christie's history when 120 Barclays colleagues, Friends and Elise's family walk the Great Wall of China.

Here’s where I need everybody’s support to donate anything you are able to, however small, and help us to reach – and exceed – our target and ensure that Elise, and every person ever affected with this awful illness’ legacies live on. I will be contributing towards the cost of the Trek itself and The Christie will be covering the cost of the expedition from sponsorship raised.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read and for your support.

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