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So, less than a fortnight to go now before my 10k! Time has certainly flown a lot faster than my less-than-fleet feet ever seem to ... You'll be delighted to hear, though, that I have taken my training remarkably seriously. I've even learned how to run while simultaneously listening to an iPod. Yeah, I know! Talk about multi-tasking. I made a few mistakes early on - almost went under an apparently silent stealth bus once when I had Adele up a bit loud and stepped off the pavement to avoid a dog. That pushed up my heart rate quite rapidly I can tell you. Then the other day I made the classic schoolboy error of listening to the Adam and Joe podcast (from their Saturday 6Music radio show) while attempting 6k - slowest time ever, as I was wheezing with laughter all the way round! I actually collapsed in heap of asthmatic hysterics at one point. No one helped. I guess it probably looked quite weird.

Anyway, if you haven't already done so (and thank you SO MUCH if you have!), please do boost my confidence by sponsoring me a little, and helping to support the vital work of my charity, Helen's Trust.

Helen's Trust helps people with cancer and other incurable illnesses to stay in their own home, which is a cause close to my heart. The Trust endeavours to fund whatever it takes to achieve this aim — for example, nursing care, sitters, help to run the house, equipment, care for others or complementary therapy. 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 Helen's Trust, and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate — I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now. THANK YOU LOVELY PEOPLE!!

xxx