My Dad was my hero and I’m doing this for him. 

Me and my two best friends, Shannon and Emily are taking part in this run to help raise money for Mind, a charity close to all our hearts. 

My dad sadly passed away last year in October and I’m running to honour him. I don’t ever want anyone to feel alone and it is so important to talk to others and check in on how people are really feeling. Especially people similar to my Dad, who were always smiling until the last and never showed any signs that things aren’t okay under the surface. 

It’s okay to not be okay. 

He helped me over come so much and I will forever be grateful for him. He always put others first and made everyone laugh, being the cheeky chappy he was. Thank you for everything Dad and helping me be the person I am today. I love you and I only ever want to make you proud! 

“Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem. But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling.We believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone.” - mind

Team Ollie