My story

Updated on Jun 14th 2010 at 7:04 PM using the JustGiving iPhone app

5 days to go and we have completed the first leg of our journey. Overwhelmed by all the support and generosity you have all shown me. I won't let you down. :)

UPDATE: 10th May 2010

With less than 6 weeks to go, I reached my target of £1000 this weekend, which is just incredible. Thank you to everyone who has supported me, it means more than you will know. A special thank you goes to the Andover Wheelers who have all been amazing. I also decided to take this opportunity to set a new target. Fingers crossed. :) 

The training is going really well, I have been very lucky with the weather. The wind has been my biggest problem so far. 

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

My aunt Helen had a stroke 3 years ago, she was 46. It was a severe stroke that left her without speech and mobility of her right side and yes she was right handed. So with therapy and with so much help from the West Somerset Stroke Club she learnt to use her left hand and last year at she was able to produce crocheted Christmas gifts for her two children and all her many nephews and nieces. The time and dedication of all the helpers at West Somerset Stroke Club is amazing, they help so many like my aunt to lead a positive and fulfilling life as is possible.

At the Club not only craft or therapy sessions take place but throughout the year a huge range of other activities such as train outings, coach trips, mystery tours, lunches etc., everyone is catered for regardless of their disability - West Somerset Stroke Club is a truly wonderful organization.

So I have decided to take this opportunity to raise money for both the West Somerset Stroke Club and the Stroke Association. On 18th and 19th of June 2010 I will be taking part in the 300km long Vätternrundan in Sweden which is the largest recreational bicycle ride in the world.

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Every penny raised will be split between the West Somerset Stroke Club and the Stroke Association.

If you would like to follow my training progress, I update my twitter regularly. www.twitter.com/kristinafloyd 

Thank you very much for reading,

Kristina

My charity

The Stroke Association

The Stroke Association

Charity Registration No. 211015

We believe in life after stroke. That’s why we campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best possible recovery. It’s why we fund research into new treatments and ways to prevent stroke. We are a charity, and rely on your support to change lives and prevent stroke. Thank you.

Donations 42

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Donation by Simon Healey on 18/06/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Left it until the last minute as usual! Good luck, I'll be thinking of you and all those muscles you never knew you had!

Donation by Holly Haynes on 18/06/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good luck and hope you have a great time, too xx

Donation by Sarah & Toby on 14/06/10

£15.00

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You Go Girl!!!!!! Best of British Kristina will be thinking of you :-). X X X

Donation by Karen Floyd on 14/06/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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What you're doing is great - best of luck! Ruth x

Donation by Ruth Kerr on 13/06/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck!! Youve done the hard work, now go out and ENJOY it!

Donation by Chris Burch on 11/06/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good luck Kris Love Rach & Dan xx

Donation by Rachel Hayes on 21/05/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good Luck !

Donation by Peter Nancekivell on 21/05/10

£50.00

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Good luck!

Donation by Paul Smalley on 20/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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good luck Christina - Paul could give you some advice on your wind problem!!

Donation by jayne chanter on 20/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Kristina

Donation by Tony Howard on 19/05/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous on 18/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Would have donated regardless of cupcake temptation! Good luck my dear, you can do it!!!!

Donation by Sophie Dobbs on 11/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Kristina. Sarah xx

Donation by Sarah Hollick on 10/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Wahoo! That's your target met, it's a pleasure coaching and advising you towards your goal, keep pedaling!! Si, Elaine Em and Alex xx

Donation by Simon Hall on 08/05/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good Luck xx

Donation by Chattie Stenner on 08/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck Kristina

Donation by Christopher Ondaatje on 30/04/10

£100.00

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May the wind stay at your back and the roads all be downhill! Good luck from us all at M-Corp.

Donation by M-Corp on 30/04/10

£100.00

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Good Luck Mike & Sue

Donation by ME Lanz on 28/04/10

£200.00

+ £56.41 Gift Aid

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Wow 300km - I hope you have a comfy seat! All the very best of luck to you xxx

Donation by Emma Lomas on 27/04/10

£40.00

+ £11.28 Gift Aid

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have a great cycle for this good cause, and may the weather be kind to you (not too hot or wet)

Donation by Stephen Waley-Cohen on 26/04/10

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

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Good luck, best wishes

Donation by Sally Blouse on 23/04/10

£25.00

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I'm feeling tired just thinking about it! Good luck Kris

Donation by Helen Asher on 23/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Best of luck Kristina, hope it goes really well :)

Donation by Mark Foyle on 01/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck Kris. Love K, H and mm x

Donation by Keir Ritchie on 24/03/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations$1,821.67
  • Offline donations$286.05
  • Text donations$0.00
  • Total raised$2,107.72
  • Gift Aid$382.17

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