Updated on Sep 26th 2012 at 10:29 AM from the JustGiving API

Thanks everyone for supporting me. Had a good time and finished in 2:19:13. Your donations have gone to a really good cause.

Updated on Sep 9th 2012 at 12:30 PM from the JustGiving API

So 1 week today. Last long training run this evening. Then some gentle runs during the week. No binges either. Weight coming down nicely as well.

Updated on Aug 14th 2012 at 12:08 PM from the JustGiving API

It's getting closer. Around 4 weeks to go now. Training is going... 19-20k tonight then a few 10 mile runs and should be fine I hope. Those of you who thought about giving please do its in a really good cause.

Updated on Aug 14th 2012 at 12:08 PM from the JustGiving API

It's getting closer. Around 4 weeks to go now. Training is going... 19-20k tonight then a few 10 mile runs and should be fine I hope. Those of you who thought about giving please do its in a really good cause.

Updated on Aug 1st 2012 at 9:05 AM from the JustGiving API

It's getting closer. Around 6 weeks to go now. Training is going... 10k race tonight then a few 10 mile runs and should be fine I hope. Those of you who thought about giving please do its in a really good cause.

Updated on Mar 31st 2012 at 9:28 AM from the JustGiving API

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who has donated so far I've already hit my target. But for those of you still feeling the urge to sponsor someone you have until sept :)

Updated on Mar 10th 2012 at 12:36 AM from the JustGiving API

Just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyon who has donated so far. Feel free to pass on so I can raise some big money.

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I am running (hopefully) the Great North Run as I approach my 50th birthday. It's a drive to get fit - for once in my life, and a way to remember my mum & my dad. Macmillan supported my dad at home when my mum was dying without their help she would not have been able to be at home for those last weeks of her life. Macmillan do an amazing job and they need al the support they can get. For those of you that know me well my mum & dad have been gone for a long time now, but how Macmillan helped my dad remains an enduring memory.

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I've promised £395 to Macmillan but in reality I'd like to try and blow that away so please give generously.

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