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For the last 4 years I have been trying to make healthy changes and choices to improve my health and well-being. Last year I decided to take on a number of fitness challenges, completing my first half marathon, 3 10ks, and survival of the fittest.

This year (so far) I will be running my first marathon... a challenge I never before believed I could do. So to celebrate the end of my 20's  and to ring in my 30's in style I will be running the Thorpe Park Half Marathon (26th February), my first marathon Manchester Marathon (2nd April), Great Birmingham 10k  (30th April) and representing Canada as part of the Commonwealth Run; Leeds Half Marathon (14th May) and Shrewsbury Half Marathon (18th June). I was originally meant to run the Nottingham 10k on my actual birthday, however, the date has changed and I'm not longer able to participate.

Cancer affected me from an early age when my Grandpa was diagnosed with cancer, and later died in 1996 when I was 9 years old. One of the things I will always remember, is the care the nurses provided to him but also the support they gave us. For a 9 year old, seeing all those tubes and my Grandpa being so ill was very scary and difficult to understand. The nurses took the time to explain what each machine was and how it was helping my Grandpa. They also encouraged me to speak with him, even though he was in a coma. I will forever be grateful for their care and support. While these nurses were not from Macmillan, they had a lasting impact on my life.

Cancer entered my life again when both my Grandma and Aunt were diagnosed with breast cancer; and an uncle passed away before I was even born.

Running has become a huge part of my life in the last few years, and raising money for Macmillan while doing something I love seemed like an obvious choice. They do amazing work in providing support and care to those battling cancer and their families. If running any distance and raising money for Macmillan means that somebody will have the same support my family did, I will happily lace up shoes and face this new challenge.

Last year I was able to raise £358 from all my running challenges. This year my goal is to raise £400.

£150 can help Macmillan provide a woman with a breast cancer diagnosis sensitive answers to the questions she has about her diagnosis. Practical advice on how to cope with the side-effects of treatment. And help with adjusting to going back to work, slowly.


Every additional £1 I raise for Macmillan is a bonus. I am blown away by the support I have received from family and friends. It really does help motivate me on my runs and it means so much to me.

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