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I am running in the Jane Tomlinson 10k in on 1st August in memory of David and to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. As a family we have found Macmillan incredibly helpful and supportive in a variety of ways throughout David's illness and particularly as things got more difficult and complicated. David has had a wonderful Macmillan Nurse who managed to make him smile during the toughest of times and help us to solve what seemed like insurmountable problems. We all breathed a huge sigh of relief whenever she walked through the door. I want to raise money to contribute towards this invaluable service and help others living with cancer, and 99% of Macmillan's services are funded through donations so it is possible to really make a difference.

Training for this run is helping me to cope with some of the grief of losing David...going for a long run gives me some of the space I need at the moment, it gives me sense of acheivement and makes me feel good. Running also reminds me of David's amazing strength and energy and it helps me to keep going, and I know he would feel really proud of me.

I know you probably get asked to sponsor people all the time, so I apologise for being another one of those pests but it would feel very meaningful, positive and powerful to raise a load of money for Macmillan right now so If I could just tempt you......?

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