Thank you for arriving at my marathon page. As I write, tomorrow is the big day! 8 month's training to get me to the start line and lots of support from people like you. It has made a difference to me on those days when niggles and tiredness have made this a testing experience. This page will remain open until July, so if you have missed marathon day you can still give to my charity!
My1998 London Marathon (pictured) was a memorable day.The 14 years since have brought new challenges, among them marriage and parenting! I care about these roles of husband and father, and have learnt that they also require hard work if I am to 'run a good race'. I also know the power of encouragement from others in order to 'keep running' on the days when it is hard. I am therefore proud to be supporting a charity which exists to promote strong family life and to help those who face family difficulties.
Care For The Family couldn't do this without the help of people like you. Together we can strengthen marriages, support parents and help the bereaved. They do this through events, resources, training and networks of befrienders and volunteers. For more information, please visit www.careforthefamily.org.uk
I believe in this work, it is good news for our communities, so please donate now. I especially want to thank my fantastic home support team of my wife and two children who have been immense in getting me through this. So to all of you reading this, thank you for playing your part in getting me to the starting line.
Oz
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