My great friend Marie recently turned 50 and in total celebration mood I agreed to participate in the 20 km Brussels. Thank you Marie and Noeleen who had the fabulous idea that we should run the Brussels 20 km for a good cause!

I am dedicating my 20km Brussels run to children in the slums of Nariobi, Kenya who are supported by the Giraffe Project.

The Giraffe Project and their dedicated staff bring real change to children's lives and there is nothing more worthwhile than that. I am happy and proud but also terrified to challenge myself to run the 20 km. The fact that I will be able to contribute to the Giraffe Project however gives me the motivation I need!

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