I have decided, after much persuasion, to take to the streets of London to run the marathon in April 2010. Is it something I have always wanted to do and I have been really lucky to get a place through the charity Children in Crisis.

Children in Crisis is a charity that provides access to education to some of the world's most vulnerable children. They mainly work in countries affected by war and they build and equip schools, train techers and provide basic health education. I was made aware of this fantastic charity when Number 42 chose to work with them. So everything I raise will go towards the larger target that Number 42 have set to raise for Children in Crisis of £50,000. So please be generous!

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So please dig deep and donate now.