In a brief moment of foolhardiness where I appear to have taken leave of my senses, I decided to sign up to Tough Mudder*. The long one. 

The decision was almost certainly wine-induced (always a great time to commit to an endurance challenge).

Now, cometh the hour (and knowing that I absolutely can’t get a refund - I checked), I feel I should utilise this reckless (and frankly potentially fatal) decision for some good in the world, beyond simply benefitting my fragile ego (and non-existent triceps).

And so I ask, dear pals, that you spare some dosh, all intended for victims of the floods in Pakistan. Anything you can muster will be greatly received, no matter how great or small. 

Ta muchly. 

*Autocorrect tried to change this to ‘Tough Murder’. How apt.

A bit about the charity….

“Pakistan floods: One third of country is under water - ministerHeavy rains have caused catastrophic flooding, and landslides resulting in displacement and damage across the country. 66 districts have been officially declared to be calamity hit 31 in Baluchistan, 23 in Sindh, 9 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and three in Punjab. The situation remains dynamic, and many more districts have been affected; the number of calamity-declared districts is expected to rise as rains continue to falling. This has incurred significant human and livestock casualties and widespread damage to private homes Over 218,000 houses have been destroyed and a further 452,000 damaged more than 793,900 livestock. Around 2 million acres of crops and orchards have also been impacted.Please donate generously. We will provide Tents and food. A minimum of £2 will be appreciated. Our target is £10000. Any zakat, or other donations welcomed.”