Ariana Perry
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Fundraising for PC Nicola Hughes Memorial Fund
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** So the marathon is now over. I did a strong 16 miles at the beginning, keeping the pace I intended, but somehow got overwhelmed with pain after needing a wee stop where the lactic acid battered my legs making every step feel like I had lead feet. But I finished in 5hrs and 9 mins which I think, for a first marathon (and last) is quite a respectable time considering the amount of injuries I have suffered with in the past three months. Nevertheless, the most important thing is the amount I have raised for this amazing charity... I am so close to my goal, so please keep donating! What an experience I have had! **
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On 6th November 2016 I am heading to New York City to run a marathon with other Police Officers from different forces. I will be representing Gwent Police.
Being a Police officer is hard. It's both emotionally and physically demanding at the best of times, and at this moment in time it is harder than it ever has been. The government cuts have meant that there are so few of us front line officers on the street that so many of us are stressed, depression is on the increase and the pressure on us is unimaginable for those who don't do it day in/day out. But we do it and we love our jobs. We work hard for members of the public to keep them safe, to protect them and to gather evidence in order to seek justice for victims of crime. You would think then that the public would then love us and respect the Police. The vast majority do - but what happens when they don't?
What happened to Nicola Hughes and Fiona Bone are tragic examples of the disrespect felt by a small minority of human beings. Vile, bitter monsters who want to harm the very people who are underpaid for doing such a dangerous job. Ultimately though, we feel a sense of pride to serve and protect the vulnerable members of society.
Nicola Hughes and Fiona Bone were all over the media, the loss to the Police was unspeakable. But the media attention fizzled out. Most victims of violent crime don't even make it to the media.
What about the children who have had their mum or dad murdered? What support do they have?
This is where this wonderful charity comes to help. To assist these children and the horrific circumstances that they will no doubt have to face for the rest of their lives. To offer them opportunities that they would not necessarily have after the loss of a close family member. Grants, courses, pre-employment skills... Any way possible that they can rebuild their futures and to learn to cope with the turmoil of the tragic consequences that they face.
Please donate generously for these young people in the memory of Nicola Hughes and stand by the Thin Blue Line.
Running this marathon is going to be the challenge of a lifetime for me. Despite my love for running, I despise running any distance greater than 9 miles so I anticipate the pain and torture I am going to face not only on the day of running the marathon, but with all of the hours of training I am going to put in every day.
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. Thank you in advance.
Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.
On 6th November 2016 I am heading to New York City to run a marathon with other Police Officers from different forces. I will be representing Gwent Police.
Being a Police officer is hard. It's both emotionally and physically demanding at the best of times, and at this moment in time it is harder than it ever has been. The government cuts have meant that there are so few of us front line officers on the street that so many of us are stressed, depression is on the increase and the pressure on us is unimaginable for those who don't do it day in/day out. But we do it and we love our jobs. We work hard for members of the public to keep them safe, to protect them and to gather evidence in order to seek justice for victims of crime. You would think then that the public would then love us and respect the Police. The vast majority do - but what happens when they don't?
What happened to Nicola Hughes and Fiona Bone are tragic examples of the disrespect felt by a small minority of human beings. Vile, bitter monsters who want to harm the very people who are underpaid for doing such a dangerous job. Ultimately though, we feel a sense of pride to serve and protect the vulnerable members of society.
Nicola Hughes and Fiona Bone were all over the media, the loss to the Police was unspeakable. But the media attention fizzled out. Most victims of violent crime don't even make it to the media.
What about the children who have had their mum or dad murdered? What support do they have?
This is where this wonderful charity comes to help. To assist these children and the horrific circumstances that they will no doubt have to face for the rest of their lives. To offer them opportunities that they would not necessarily have after the loss of a close family member. Grants, courses, pre-employment skills... Any way possible that they can rebuild their futures and to learn to cope with the turmoil of the tragic consequences that they face.
Please donate generously for these young people in the memory of Nicola Hughes and stand by the Thin Blue Line.
Running this marathon is going to be the challenge of a lifetime for me. Despite my love for running, I despise running any distance greater than 9 miles so I anticipate the pain and torture I am going to face not only on the day of running the marathon, but with all of the hours of training I am going to put in every day.
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. Thank you in advance.