I'm running the London marathon, I'm running the London marathon....I'm running the London marathon....it doesn't matter how many times I say it.....it's real; the excitement won't go away, but neither will the reality!!!

So I'd better get training.......well to be fair I have been, and if you've followed me on twitter you'll know. Though probably not enough so far!!!

I got my place in the by pure luck, the ballot, and as this was my first time applying I know that I've been VERY jammy. Maybe some greater good knew I'd need something to focus on this year.

2013 was not a great year.

I miss my dad, who passed away in June he was a great man and this run is for him.

2013 also saw me diagnosed with Glaucoma, and having received great care here in the UK, I believe the same care should be provided everywhere. Glaucoma treatment is easy and effective if caught early.  Onesight provide eye care in some of the worlds poorest and most needy places. Read more here: http://onesight.org/

I'm also thinking about my little friend Imogen Smith. She's in my thoughts and prayers all the way through my training and the run on the day. Keep smiling Imogen.

All proceeds raised for this page are going directly to this super cause. Please support them and please support me! The more you support the more I'll get out there and the faster my time on the day.....practice makes perfect!

Barry.x

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