My story

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I did it!

I completed the London Marathon in 4 Hours 39 Minutes. Although this was over my expected finishing time, I think I considerably underestimated the last 6 miles.

I arrived at Greenwich early and the enormity of the London Marathon really began to hit me, not only by the amount of people but the reason why each and every person is running the marathon.

09:45 came around surprisingly quickly and we were off. It was great to see Lucy, Olivia and the rest of the support crew (Bex, Pete, Chris, Matt, Chrissie & Adrian) on Tower Bridge at mile 12.

I had to start digging in at around mile 17 and by mile 19 I had hit the wall which was unfortunate. I knew from this point that my 4 hour finishing time was slipping away and my run had now turned into a shuffle! J

I was given a much needed boost when I saw the support crew again at mile 25. And this got me through to the finish.

I crossed the line at the mall and was pleased it was all over, I vowed never to do this again. J

Thanks so much to everyone for sponsoring and supporting me. I could not have done this without you as all the kind donations have kept me motivated.

Thanks again - Michael xxxxxx

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my Just Giving page.
On Sunday 22 April 2012 I will be running the Virgin London Marathon in aid of NDCS (National Deaf Children’s Society).

The NDCS have provided fantastic support to my wife Lucy and I since we had the heartbreaking news that our first daughter, Olivia, was born profoundly deaf.

Olivia is now almost 11 months old and has been approved for bi-lateral Cochlear Implants. The operation is planned for summer 2012 and if all goes well then Olivia will be "switched on” a month later.

The NDCS helped us secure funding from the government to allow Olivia to have this operation and I am running the marathon to raise money for the charity so that they can continue to help families dealing with similar challenges.
I am aiming to raise £8,000 for the NDCS and would be grateful for any donations to help reach this target.
My 33 week training plan starts on Monday 5th September 2011 and I'm aiming to complete the run in 4 hours.
I have attached some pictures of me competing in some training races, of which I always wear my "4 Olivia" shirt.
Please dig deep and donate now, love Michael, Lucy & Olivia xxx
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The National Deaf Children's Society

The National Deaf Children's Society

Charity Registration No. 1016532

NDCS is the national charity dedicated to creating a world without barriers for deaf children and young people. We represent the interests and campaign for the rights of all deaf children and young people from birth to independence. NDCS believes that the family is the most important influence on a deaf child's development. NDCS supports the deaf child through the family as well as directly supporting deaf children and young people themselves.

Donations 293

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An amaising thing you have done for your daughter, I hope you hit that target.

Donation by Emma Clothier (Bowen) on 07/06/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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With every good wish and a big hug for Olivia.

Donation by Hemma Sullivan on 22/05/12

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Well done Mikey!! It was worth all that pain...

Donation by Paul, Karen, Poppy & Alex on 16/05/12

£150.00

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well done Mike, what a fantastic effort!

Donation by Brian Carlton on 14/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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You are a star!

Donation by Victoria Aplin on 08/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done you - Dave & Cheryl

Donation by Dave & Cheryl Hill on 04/05/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done, such a great achievement. xx

Donation by Russ and Claire on 29/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous on 27/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Congratulations!

Donation by Stick Man on 25/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Congratulations!

Donation by Georgina Woods on 25/04/12

£5.00

+ £1.25 Gift Aid

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Congratulations on completing the marathon Michael and what an amazing amount you have raised for such a brilliant cause.

Donation by Wendy Cooper (Lisas Mum) on 23/04/12

£15.00

+ £3.75 Gift Aid

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Well done Michael on your run, a truely great cause.

Donation by TJ & Nikki Chana on 23/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Well done Michael, Olivia will be very proud of you, as we all are, when she's older. Lots of Love Grandma ( Brighton) xxx

Donation by Frances Whiteman on 23/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Hi Michael, Sorry for the delay in sending a donation. I hope all went well on Saturday!!! Best regards

Donation by Paul King - VeriFone UK Ltd on 23/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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All thanks to forgetful minds Great effort Mike - Well done

Donation by The "I FORGOT TIN" on 23/04/12

£24.50

+ £6.13 Gift Aid

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Well done Mike!! You must feel on top of the world right now :). Lots of love to you, Lucy and Olivia, I hope you're all well! xxx

Donation by Kara Wheeler on 22/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done Mikey, awesome running. Love from Sue & Tim Skevington xx

Donation by Peter Skevington on 22/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done Michael - that's such a brilliant achievement!!!! You've certainly done Olivia proud today xx :)

Donation by Shell Swaine on 22/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Donation by Anonymous on 22/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Congratulations! What an absolute inspiration! Olivia will be so proud when she knows the mental and physical pain you have endured today! xx

Donation by Vikki Allam on 22/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Well done Mike. Fantastic cause.

Donation by Andy Thurston & Family on 22/04/12

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Donation by Richard Roff on 22/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Good work fella, that is a huge amount raised and a cracking effort to run that 26 miles, I'm sure everyone is very proud of you

Donation by John Meaden on 22/04/12

£26.00

+ £6.50 Gift Aid

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Donation by Anonymous on 22/04/12

£1.00

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Good luck for today Mike! Ben, Erin, Tyler and Evie.x

Donation by Ben Carter on 22/04/12

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£7,678.20
  • Offline donations£200.00
  • Text donations£70.00
  • Total raised£7,948.20
  • Gift Aid£1,669.80

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