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My story

 

Thank you for taking the time to follow the link to my JustGiving page, to see how I got on last weekend in Inverness, running in the Baxters 10K Race.

I hope that you enjoy looking at the new set of photos here, as they'll give you just a flavour of the day, which was a great success!

Firstly, an absolutely massive THANK YOU to all of you who sponsored me for my 10K in aid of The Autism Trust, such a worthwhile charity.  It means such a lot to Jon and me, that there are so many generous friends out there, who are willing to support us in our endeavours to make Gregor's future the best it can possibly be - very, very many thanks!

Secondly, for any of you who have not yet had the time to help, and who would still like to donate... its not too late - this Justgiving web page is still active... so don't delay... please do it now....
 

Anyway, on to the weekend... and the race....

The weather in London on Friday, when we left, was a sunny 19degree day.  On arrival in Inverness on Saturday afternoon, it was 6degrees, pouring with torrential rain and blowing a 70 MPH gale (needless to say, everyone questioned why on earth, I'd dragged them all the way there, for that!).  The drive over the Forth Road bridge and up the A9 through the Cairngorms was beautiful but challenging - there was even snow at the highest points of the scenery, which may have looked lovely, but was not on our list of requirements for race day.  There was a three hour break in the weather for the race itself on Sunday, thank goodness - the sun shone through brightly, and the rain held off . 

It was a fantastic morning, with about 3000 people running the 10K (including Nessie, and a fair few number of others in very imaginitive fancy dress).  Although not the fastest entrant by a long shot,  I was able to cross the finish in an upright position and still going strong - so I was very pleased... and the Baxters soup in a cup, and large crusty roll, that was handed out with the medals, was very welcome. 

Huge thank-yous go to Vicky and Sally who also ran for The Autism Trust, to Gaby who was running for Macmillan Cancer Support, and to my sister Alison who broke her toe just before the event so couldn't run, but came along as supporter and photographer in chief - I was so chuffed that they agreed to give of their time and effort, to come so far with me and do their bit, too.  Re-spect, ladies!

Again, very many thanks to those of you who have already supported me.

With love and best wishes

Fiona

xx

 

Donation by Elaine Crummey 17/11/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

As before, good job! Donation by Simon and Fiona 02/11/09  

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Well done Fiona! You are amazing! Lots of love from Gill, Garry, Daniel and Joshua xxx Donation by Gillian Gill 15/10/09  

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Took me a while but...congratulations! Well done running lady! Axx Donation by Allie Cairnie 12/10/09  

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What a woman! Donation by Simon 08/10/09  

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Well done, Fiona! xxx Donation by Alan Hearton 07/10/09  

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Alistair told us about your run.congratulations - a very worthy cause. Donation by Fiona and Simon Moriarty-Bailey 05/10/09  

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Hi Fi - Hope your shins held out.....well done..Lots of love Isabel and Lilie Donation by Isabel Lamacraft 05/10/09  

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Good Luck Fiona we are all very proud of you love Andy Jacqui Charlie & Emma xxxx Donation by Andrew Devine 03/10/09  

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Hope it goes well. Best wishes Donation by David & Nicole 02/10/09  

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Sorry for the delay - been in the UK. Good luck and lots of love Donation by Chris and Peter Edwards 02/10/09  

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Good Luck Fiona X X Donation by Sandra Semple 02/10/09  

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What great photos - Lovely to see and hear about what you are all up to. Good luck with the run xx Donation by Kate Allen 01/10/09  

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Fiona it is so great that you are doing this and you know I would go on the walk but mum said it was just the girls this time. Good luck Donation by Alistair Innes 01/10/09  

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I am impressed. Good luck. Donation by Patrick Flockhart 01/10/09  

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Good Luck Fiona! We'll be thinking about you on Sunday. Love Jo and Cliff xxxx Donation by Jo and Cliff 01/10/09  

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Go girl! Hope the weather is sunny and enjoy the run! Donation by Maddy MacGregor 01/10/09  

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Good luck! We'll be rooting for you! Donation by Cara, Rich, Maxi & Seb Small 30/09/09  

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You go girl but make sure you know the way back Donation by Sara X 30/09/09  

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Good luck, well done and have a great time From all the Capewells Donation by Codders 30/09/09  

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Donation by Catherine Mitchell 29/09/09  

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Donation by Ann Innes 28/09/09  

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Donation by M Reid 28/09/09  

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Good luck Fiona - what a brave person you are!! Donation by Hilary Channing 28/09/09  

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Go little sis! I am so proud of you.next time I'll be there beside you.love Donation by Alison Innes 26/09/09  

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Good luck and I hope it stays dry for you. Donation by Alison Eastment 25/09/09  

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Hi Fiona, good to hear from you and good luck with the run. Best wishes to you all Sue and Mike White Donation by Sue White 25/09/09  

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Best of Luck Fiona. V. impressed - hope you're looking just as glam at the end! Lots of love, Sue, Marshall, Alex Sean & Ella Donation by Sue Ayoade 25/09/09  

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Best of luck Fiona.Clumsy sister-can't take her anywhere,Make sure she cleans the smelly trainers afterwards Donation by Liz Paton 24/09/09  

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Donation by Lynne Jackson 24/09/09  

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