<p>Having received the very generous Christmas gift of entry to my local half marathon from dear friends, how could I not accept the challenge...</p> <p>I'd like to make it count, by asking my nearest and dearest to sponser me on behalf of a charity that's very dear to my heart.</p> <p>The Pilgrims Hospice took care of my dear Dad in his last days, and were caring and supportive to us&nbsp;in the dark days following. They need &pound;8 million&nbsp;this year to keep going - I figure every little helps....</p> <p>Many thanks</p>