As my friends and family know, I am a sucker for a 🦇bat-call🦇, so when Ruth from Abortion Support Network posted an urgent plea for a runner to step in and take a place in Royal Parks Half Marathon on 13th October to stop the brilliant charity losing funds, I couldn't resist.  

To complete the mission I had to get race-fit in six weeks, during one of those 'busy periods' at work, thanks to Boris and the Bottomless Brexit Botch-up. I last ran a half marathon some years ago so it took some effort to restore my former fitness: in the month before the race, I chalked 100 miles of running, including beautiful, challenging weekly long runs, culminating in a 13-miler at the end of September.  So, I know I can do the distance, and my appeal has raised a fantastic £950 (so far) for Abortion Support Network, so I have a sterling reason to cross that finish line with a smile on my face on 13th October. 

I would love to reach £1000 by race day; will you help me cross the line? Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to Abortion Support Network.

🙏 Thank you so much for helping me to make a difference to women who don't have the choices we (currently) do, at the point when they need the help most.