This is my very first running event and I would like to dedicate it to my dearest brother who sadly passed away in 2012.

If he knew I was doing this, he'd be rolling around in fits of laughter because I couldn't even run for the bus, let alone 10K! 

My brother suffered from Pulmonary Fibrosis, which is a respiratory disease in which scars are formed in the lung tissue. This would then lead to serious breathing problems. This illness came to a head in the summer of 2012 and then a few months later, he passed away. Little is known about this illness and a great deal of research and medical trials are still required and my brother was all for raising awareness. 

Most of you would never have met my brother but for those who did, you know he was a great guy and he could light up a room with his smile! He was the most warm, kind hearted person you would ever get to meet and he is sorely missed by many.

This is the very first time i am taking part in a running event so I am quite nervous. I am determined to run the whole distance and aim for a time of around 75 minutes (fingers crossed!)

I'm hoping to do my big brother proud come the 22nd May!