My story

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Update 25.05.12
So, the big day has nearly arrived... I'm just finalising everything ready for tomorrow and my slightly-less-nightmarish 6am start.  A huge thank you to everyone who's sponsored me and big love to my support crew who will be helping me along the way.
During my training, I have walked for 37 hours, 33 minutes and 39 seconds and covered a distance of 141.1 miles (227 km).  I have burned 10794 calories and averaged 3.7 mph.  I think I'm ready... 

My Story
Just over a year ago, my surrogate-dad Alan (he's not genetically responsible but has plenty to answer for :o) ) was diagnosed with advanced, inoperable prostate cancer.  To illustrate the uphill struggle this has become (and because I'd walk there if he needed me), I am going to walk from my home in Worcester to Alan (& my Mum - she's awesome too) on the top of 'their' hill, 25.73 miles away.  Alan thinks I should start there and just get further away... :o)

The date for this lunacy is Saturday 26th May 2012 - my plan is to leave home at around 5am and crawl (probably vomiting by then) across the finish line sometime late in the afternoon. This challenge is way beyond what's reasonable - my bottom is huge and I'll be dragging it up SO many hills.

I want to raise as much money as possible and raise awareness so others can avoid the kind of year we've all just had, and the nightmare which is waiting. Guys - if you're over 50, demand a PSA test!  Ladies, make your man get tested - this is not an old man's disease.

Thank you so much.  

My charity

PROSTATE CANCER UK

PROSTATE CANCER UK

Charity Registration No. 1005541 and in Scotland (SC039332)

Prostate Cancer UK fights to help more men survive prostate cancer and enjoy a better quality of life. We find answers by funding ground-breaking research, we lead change by raising the profile of the disease and improving care. And we support men by providing vital information and services.

Donations 82

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Congratulations Givvi - an amazing achievement. Respect! x

Donation by Karen Allcock on 27/06/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Well done Cordelia, sorry for late sponsor! Blessings for you and your dad ♥

Donation by Hilary Canto on 30/05/12

£5.00

+ £1.25 Gift Aid

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Givvi, a fantastic achievement, an emotional journey for you as well as physical. More should take a leaf out of your book x x

Donation by Nicky Palmer on 29/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Well done Givvi :-D x

Donation by Kate Templeton on 28/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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AMAZING!!! Such a fantastic amount raised for a great cause! Jo x (VU)

Donation by Jo Roberts on 28/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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I've already sponsored you but after seeing the monumental effort you went through I feel compelled to sponsor you again! Well done!!! xxxxxxx

Donation by Chris A on 28/05/12

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Fantastic effort Givvi - really well done! xx

Donation by Annie Dickson on 28/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Hey Givvi, You are awesome, its true! A cause close to my heart. My dad would think you're great too x

Donation by Charlotte Kessler on 28/05/12

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Well done Giv - such a great achievement. xx

Donation by John Steel on 27/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Well done GIvvi!

Donation by Pete Cahill on 27/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done Givvi, proud of ya x

Donation by Darren Thomas on 27/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Fair play to you Giv, you are a legend and to all that helped along the way, well done to you.

Donation by Kevin Styles on 27/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Well done one & all!

Donation by Allan Kent on 27/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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BRAVO, Givvi.

Donation by Linzi Harris on 26/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Really proud of you Givvi :) You are all kinds of awesome! Lots of love from us all xxx

Donation by Jane Graley on 26/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Well done Givvi! Great work! Look forward to seeing you when I home next!

Donation by Ed Power on 26/05/12

£10.00

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Please accept our donation from us all at the Brewery Tap. Our donation should bring your grand total to £1000. God bless you X

Donation by Lee Winters @ The Brewery Tap Worcester on 26/05/12

£130.00

+ £32.50 Gift Aid

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good luck givvi.. remember to smash down that wall if you hit it... alan will be there to catch you at the end xx

Donation by steve winters on 26/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Good luck Givvi! Thinking of you today xx

Donation by Jay Gregory on 26/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Go Givvi ! Hope the day goes well for you. Xx

Donation by Alison and Kevin Hirons on 26/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Hi Givvi. Saw the link retweeted by Monika. It's great what you're doing. Good luck! Zoe

Donation by Zoe Cunningham on 25/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Gooood luck our Giv!!!! Just make sure the only thing you break ... is your personal best :o) x x

Donation by Glenn and Gaynor x x on 25/05/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Good Luck I lost my Dad to prostate cancer 3 years ago

Donation by Sandra on 25/05/12

£5.00

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My father in law also suffers so what you are doing is a real inspiration to me. Enjoy every minute! ;)

Donation by Hayley Pepler (VU) on 25/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Enjoy the walk!

Donation by Kris Coverdale on 25/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£1,255.00
  • Offline donations£0.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£1,255.00
  • Gift Aid£290.00

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