One of my very best friends has been struck down with bowel cancer and, despite being as young as I am :), has a frightening prognosis.  This is a horrible and cruel disease that desperately needs more research. Hopefully, knowing that every penny I raise may help Simon or someone like him is going to keep me going until the finish line. Any contribution you can make will be much appreciated.

My belated conversion to running started over a New Year's Eve dinner table - when June seemed a safe distance away.  Now it is rapidly approaching but I amaze myself not only with the fact that I actually enjoy running but that I am surprisingly able to cover the distance.  Must be the long legs.  Anyway up to 11 miles in training so far (May). I am however extremely unlikely to keep this up so you are not going to be asked for repeat donations!

Here is the corporate stuff: Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.  Thank you so much - on my behalf for the moral support, and on Simon and fellow sufferers' behalf for the research that your donation can help take forward.

think of me on June 19th.  with love

Fiona

xx