On the 16th September I will be participating in the Great North Run and (hopefully...) completing my first half marathon. For anyone who knows me, you will be well aware that this is no small feat for me and that even pulling a pair of trainers on my feet is a struggle! However, this is a charity that does amazing things and is a cause very close to my heart.

I'm doing this event because on the 19th November 2011 I lost my gorgeous friend to Cervical Cancer after an 18month battle. Sophie never failed to make me laugh and smile and remained strong throughout her illness. Sophie lives on in all of our hearts and is missed each and every day.

So please... please... please...! dig deep and give whatever you can to help support this charity. Even if you didnt know Sophie, this charity helps thousands of people every year and every single penny raised will help another family.

Thank you! x  x  x