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My story

 

My life was saved on July 9th 2006,  by recieving a double lung transplant. I suffered from one of the world's rarest lung diseases, called Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM). Lam only affects women, and there is no cure at present. My journey still  astounds me, as to how I overcame 15 lung collapses, 3 weeks in a coma, more weeks conscious on life support, learning to walk again with a zimmaframe, and fighting to stay alive.  I required 24 hour oxgygen to help me breathe and became wheelchair dependant.

Update on Bupa Run - I completed it in 3hours, 1 minute, 59 seconds. However,the last 3 miles I struggled with pain in my left leg, and the last mile I was in agony and fought through my tears to finish (could barely walk but didn't want to give up). I never expected to collapse 5 seconds before the finish line with a double-leg collapse, thanks to Imi who helped drag me over the finish. Then to be rushed to the medical team via wheelchair (that brought back memories) in agonisying pain. The medics couldn't believe I had actually even done the run!

July 30th - August 2nd, will be the UK Transplant Games in Coventy. I am entering 5 events:- 100m, 100m relay, 200m, long jump, and badminton. UPDATE: 2 bronze medals achieved in 100m + 200m sprints and silver in badminton

August 29th, I will be doing a talk  at a Golf event to "tell my story" and raise awareness on Lam and organ donation.

September 6th, I will be running at Harefield Hospital whereby I had my life -saving transplant.

October 25th, I will be running (this is my first ever half marathon) the Bupa Great South 10mile Run in Portsmouth. Joining me for this event will be Imi Spencer who was introduced to me by one of her old school friend's via facebook, and Imi's mom also had a lung transplant in 2001. Imi has said to me "knowing some of what you have been through makes me so inspired by your courage and strength to go out there and make the most of life, in a way many people wouldn't, and because of that I decided to join you in the GSR to support and show people that if you have the determination you can and will succeed".
Marc Prosser was also going to participate, but, sadly he died in July this year.

My media throughout this year - has been in local newspapers/radio/tv (BBC 1 News) to continue with awareness campaigns. The most recent being in the BOOTS Health & Beauty Magazine (page 93) in the July/August issue. Also, I couldn't believe that I was nominated for an Essex Achievers Award, "Against the Odds" and on the night - won!

 If you are able to help sponsor me, I would be so grateful. I miss my friends whose journies were not as happy as mine. Especially, to 4 wonderful women who made an impact in my life being:- Ida Victor, Melissa Arnold, Julie Teed and Lynn Aston. And to my dear friend, Marc Prosser. RIP x x

Special thanks to Nuffield Health, Chelmsford Sports & Athletics Centre, Runners World in Chelmsford, and to Fran Cliffe for her coaching expertise.

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Well done Jussie, keep it up! xxx Donation by Staff from Nuffield Health 06/11/09  

£23.00

Congratulations on your achievement, all the best for the future. Donation by Jane Farenden 27/10/09  

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Congratulations! Donation by Alison King 27/10/09  

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Absolutely terrific effort Justine, thanks from all us not so able LAM Ladies Donation by Christine Roylance 27/10/09  

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Good luck Justine, you put me to shame! Donation by Jo Freeman 27/10/09  

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Imi has told of your very brave efforts , my heart and admiration goes out to you X Donation by Mick Rodaway 26/10/09  

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Donation by Matt Payne 26/10/09  

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Amazing Justine.... you must be so proud of yourself... xx Donation by Karen Swift 26/10/09  

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You're a star Jussie and I'm proud to be your cheeky monkey buddy xxxx Donation by Andy Healy 25/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Justine. You are one inspirational lady. xxx Donation by Lorraine Barnes 25/10/09  

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You are a superstar, I'm so glad we found each other and hope to be taking part in this race with you soon! :-) Donation by Rachael Wakefield 24/10/09  

£12.00 + £3.38 Gift Aid

Good luck Justine...good cause and you're a star for going the run...the world needs more peeps like you xxxx Donation by Jane Stoneley 24/10/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

I'll be with you every step of the way!!! Donation by Imi Spencer 23/10/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck girls ....... Donation by Mike Spencer (Imi's Dad) 23/10/09  

£25.00

GO GO Justine - Well done on all your achievements, my best friend Julie is watching from above and willing you on. xxxxx Donation by Gynette Cowens 13/10/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Justine!!! Donation by emma harwood (Running Sisters) 13/10/09  

£2.50 + £0.71 Gift Aid

cash given to me from Kay+John @ Running sisters Donation by Kay 07/10/09  

£5.00

Keep on running :-) you're a star Donation by Sally 03/10/09  

Good luck. You are inspiring. Donation by Carolyn Whycer 01/10/09  

£66.00 + £18.62 Gift Aid

To a wonderful Running Sister - good luck with the GSR x Donation by Fiona Foot 27/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck for the Great South Run - your courage and determination are an inspiration. Donation by Sheila Lawson 24/09/09  

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All the very best of luck!!!!! It has been so nice to meet up with a fellow transplant recipient X Donation by Julie Warner 22/09/09  

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Justine you are really an inspiration! Good luck in your race, I wish I could give you more! x x x Donation by Ruth Medcroft 18/09/09  

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Its great knowing how well you're doing. It really is a miracle Good luck Donation by Peter Williams 16/09/09  

£5.00

For the research needed for LAM Donation by Justine Laymond 11/09/09  

£45.00 + £12.69 Gift Aid

Wow we do not know how you manage to do all this. Well done and good luck for the BUPA Marathon. Donation by Beverly & Roy Laymond 11/09/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Justine you are truly amazing. Anna, Steve & Family join us in wishing you good luck in the BUPA South Coast Marathon Donation by Joanna & Barry Laymond 06/09/09  

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You are an absolute insperation!!!! Good luck, Amanda - Running Sisters Donation by Amanda Wilson-Tawn 26/08/09  

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Good luck with all your runs. Incredible. Gavin & Ellie Donation by Gavin Fabiani-Laymond 16/08/09  

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Wishing you all the best on another run - fondest wishes Nadia Donation by Nadia Rihani 09/08/09  

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