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It's been 15 years but it's finally time to dust off the trainers (yes I still have them!) for another go, this time with my new running buddy Emma Thompson (no not that one) who has promised to not leave me in her wake!! (unlike some, who shall be nameless...he knows who he is!).

From sofa slobs to super fit half marathon runners in less than 2 months...well not quite. It seemed like a good idea at the time...what was I thinking?!! Running 13.1 miles will be hell and I may collapse, so please sponsor us. Max Appeal! deserves every penny we're able to raise.

Max Appeal! is a great charity which I have been involved with for many years supporting families with members affected by 22q11.2 deletion, VCFS and DiGeorge. The effect 22q11 deletion syndrome has is unique to every individual, from fatal heart defects to immune deficiency and severe learning difficulties to mild behavioural problems.

Max Appeal! work with over 40 experts to produce information for families to know what care they should expect from the NHS. Our helpline and knowledge gained from supporting thousands of families makes us a unique and powerful source of support. We support people from diagnosis during pregnancy, childhood and adulthood. Max Appeal! run special camps for children and young people to take part in activities and meet others with the condition. We make grants for things like travel costs to hospital appointments.

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 the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.