I am raising money for Chest Heart & Stroke NI as it is a charity that lies close to our hearts. Both Laurens and my family have been affected by these illnesses over the years. This is my way of remembering those that have passed away, those that have recovered and those that are still suffering.

As you may know, I have ran marathons before, remembering my friend Paudraig who was taken too young and never had the chance of accomplishing a challenge like this. These marathons are as always also for him. (Although, I maybe would have kept him back, I have to admit that he was faster than me!)

To date I have completed 3 marathons, Belfast 7th May, Edinburgh 27th May, and Newry 3rd June. Now only 1 to go.....the final push is on for the Mourne marathon on Saturday 9th June 2012. This will probably be the hardest challenge yet. Legs are sore, body is tired, my feet have fallen out with me and I have heard that it is no ordinary marathon and to be prepared for pain! I'm counting down the hours until Saturday night already!

Good luck messages are well appreciated.

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