Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

So, I am reaching half a century and starting to consider the important things in life like; just how many tries do I have left in me? Part of me is still 10 years old and excited by the thought of opening my presents, revealing the surprise within.

But what do I now really need? There is a list, but none would be called necessities. So maybe this is the chance to help put something back. Regardless, politically, of whether we should be putting our forces in various trouble spots, the fact is our troops are over there putting themselves on the line in our names.

Those evacuated because of injury often arrive back, hospitalized, with nothing but what they were wearing at the time. Troop Aid provide ( http://www.troopaid.info/index.html ) the basics as they start their recovery. please use the link for more info.

So if you were going to be kind enough and think of getting me a present, I have battered the 10 year old me into submission and maybe you would consider donating to this good cause instead.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.