Tim's page
Event: Virgin London Marathon 2012 on 22/04/2012
£2,802.00 raised of £1,500.00 target
83 donations
My Target:
£1,500.00
£2,802.00 raised so far
How to make a donation
Donate online at - www.justgiving.com/Timothy-Platt
By mobile internet Scan this code on your smartphone to go straight to Timothy Platt's page.
By text message to donate £10 Text KTTP77 £10
to 70070
My story
Updated on Apr 25th 2012 at 7:19 PM from the JustGiving API
I couldn't upload many photo's to the site, but official photo's can be see at http://www.marathonfoto.com/index.cfm?action=site.login&RaceOID=19802012S1&LastName=Platt&BibNumber=36697.
Updated on Apr 23rd 2012 at 10:47 PM from the JustGiving API
I did it! It may have taken me 04:32:12 with 19168 other finishers ahead of me, but I completed the 26.2 miles. The weather was great and the crowds fantastic, but it still felt a very long way. It was worth it though, knowing I was raising money for a great cause. Cherry Lodge, Kerry and I all say a big thank you to everyone who has made a donation.
The number of people diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime is now more than 1 in 3, with the figure continuing to increase. If you include friends and family whose lives are touched in some way through caring and support, then nearly all the population is likely to come into contact with the disease at some stage in their lives.
Sadly, we are only too aware of this. In June last year Kerry was diagnosed with breast cancer. The news was a huge shock to us all and very difficult to come to terms with. We had to talk to the children and explain what it means for them and mummy, before informing close family and friends.
The summer was a difficult time before we received the full diagnosis, followed by surgery in August. Kerry had a few weeks to recover before undergoing chemotherapy every 3 weeks from September to December. The last session was 3 days after christmas day.
Once Kerry had recovered from the final chemotherapy session, she began her course of radiotherapy. Kerry had to attend hospital every day over a period of 3 weeks for the treatment, with the course finishing in mid-February.
This period has been very difficult for us all, but would have been much harder were it not for the care and support available at Cherry Lodge Cancer Care. This independent charity provides cancer information and support for the North London and South Hertfordshire area, often filling the gap that cannot be provided by the NHS.
Kerry has visited Cherry Lodge frequently over the last 6 months, receiving support, advice and complementary therapies. Kerry had acupuncture before and after each chemotherapy session to help reduce nausea and enjoyed massage to aid recovery from surgery. Kerry has also benefitted from counselling sessions with trained volunteers, as well as receiving advice and information on health, nutrition and clothing. Kerry also attends drop-in sessions to talk to staff, volunteers and other people going through a similar experience.
All the services offered by Cherry Lodge are provided free of charge. A large part of their income comes from fundraising and we wanted to do something to help them continue their vital work. Sponsoring me to run the London marathon will do just that.
I am trying to raise £1500.00. Please give generously to this fantastic cause.
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My gallery 3
My updates 1
Only 4 days to go until the big day and Cherry Lodge, Kerry & I would like to thank everyone once more for their generosity. For those watching on Sunday my number is 36697 and I'll be wearing a light blue running vest. See you on the other side!
My charity
Cherry Lodge Cancer Care
Charity Registration No. 1011629
Cherry Lodge provides and promotes information and support to improve the quality of life for those living with cancer. We have nurse led cancer information, library, self help and complementary therapies. We believe in a holistic approach as cancer has an impact on the whole person - body, mind and spirit.
Donations 83
Well done, you are a real Superman! We look forward to you starting the Micro-marathon.
Donation by Averill Lovatt on 15/05/12
From Hayley Ingham and family x
Donation by Kerry Taylor on 11/05/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Well done Tim, a great achievement
Donation by Jane and Terry Rogers on 04/05/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Denise Silver on 27/04/12
£10.00
We're full of admiration for you, well done! The Youngs
Donation by Nick Young on 27/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Tim, I think what you have done is amazing. Well done! Kerry, I think you're amazing! Hope to see you soon. Much love xx
Donation by Sharon Ojeer on 26/04/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Well done Tim.
Donation by Serena, Anthony & Danya on 24/04/12
£5.00
+ £1.25 Gift Aid
Well Done Tim!
Donation by Adam Ashwell on 23/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Well done Tim!! :-)
Donation by Vicki Harding on 23/04/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
Tim, we are completely in awe. Good luck, Jane, Michael, George & Byron
Donation by Jane Shand on 22/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Kate Walker on 21/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Good luck Tim on Sunday Will be thinking of you Chris & Barry (Si Mom & Dad)
Donation by Christine Brown on 20/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck and Enjoy Tim!!
Donation by miyoko and masa abe on 19/04/12
£10.00
Good luck Tim x
Donation by Lisa Duck on 19/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Anonymous on 19/04/12
£5.00
Good Luck Tim xx
Donation by Shelley Dabell-Smith on 19/04/12
£35.00
+ £8.75 Gift Aid
Good luck , will be be looking out for you , hope you are wearing something silly !
Donation by Elizabeth Bell on 18/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Good luck Tim for Sunday and best wishes to Kerry.
Donation by wendy pillar on 18/04/12
£5.00
+ £1.25 Gift Aid
Hope it goes well for you on Sunday. Good luck The Aarons family x
Donation by Elaine Aarons on 18/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
We will be lookïng out for you next week. Love to Kerry and family. Always in our hearts and prayers xxxxx
Donation by Anonymous on 15/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck Tim, from all of us at Tumble Tots, Barnet & Potters Bar.
Donation by Gill Osmond on 15/04/12
£55.00
Good luck with this Tim. Make sure we can see you on TV!. Regards
Donation by David Luckcock on 14/04/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Donation by Eric Morrell on 09/04/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
A great cause. Good luck with the race, Tim, and best wishes to Kerry.
Donation by Rachel Leonard on 06/04/12
From lydia
Donation by Kerry Taylor on 05/04/12
£5.00
+ £1.25 Gift Aid
Donation summary
- * Online donations£1,773.00
- Offline donations£998.00
- Text donations£31.00
- Total raised£2,802.00
- Gift Aid£351.75
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