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Why I'm running

My brain won its battle with my body over the subject of running the New York Marathon. Body reminded Brain of the pain it experienced 10 years ago and said in no uncertain terms that it wasn't a good idea. Brain said it didn't know what the fuss was about, and that everythng would be fine. Soon afterwards, Brain had told Mouth to agree, and instructed Hands to fill in the paperwork. Body is still protesting at this blatant disregard of democracy to this very day...

The thing is, Brain had a point. London 1998 was one of the best experiences of my life. The runners, the supporters, the sounds, the sights - all created a fantastic day and memories for life. Hopefully, New York will be all that and more.

Why I chose this charity

People often say "I had a hard childhood" or "It was tough growing up". I can't. I had a great childhood: happy, mostly healthy, and the only worry I had was whether we had enough players for 3-and-in over the park.

Dreams Come True helps kids who aren't so lucky. Some of them haven't got long to live, others have a limited life. All of the stories are inspirational. If I can be a part of giving some of them a bit of sunshine and help Dreams make a difference then it's more than worthwhile running a few miles to do this.

'nuff said.

The Blog

If you want to view my progress, then I'm writing a blog on the t'interweb here. Please drop by and have a gander, check how I'm doing and even leave a comment or two.

The wonga

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Finally, thank you so much for coming here and sponsoring me; I really appreciate your support.

Well done G!! I eventually remembered ;) Donation by Chav & Dave (aka Andy & Nicola) on 19/01/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Adding donation from someone else Donation by Andy on 27/12/08

 
£10.00

Making it up to £1000, but will donate more separately Donation by Andy on 14/12/08

 
£88.00 + £24.82 Gift Aid

Well done Andy it is quite an achievement Donation by Peter Reeves on 04/11/08

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good stuff, well done. Donation by Ian Coulter on 03/11/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done Andy!! Donation by Ian Fraser on 03/11/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Donation by Muhammad Khan on 01/11/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Sorry to hear about your jogger's nipples Mr Moles.........:) Donation by SB on 29/10/08

 
£3.00 + £0.85 Gift Aid

26 miles.........ruff! Donation by Bob Lord on 29/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Come back soon she isn't feeding me! Donation by Geri on 29/10/08

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Best of luck! Donation by Abs on 29/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Andy, remember to save some energy so you can speed up when running through Brooklyn and Harlem Donation by Paul Bentley on 28/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Go Cous! :) Donation by Claire and Rob on 27/10/08

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

You can do it! Good Luck, love from Big Sis Donation by Michelle Smith on 27/10/08

 
£20.00

Best of luck Andy! Donation by David Sanders on 24/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Remember to take out medical insurance! Donation by Kieran Watson on 24/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Enjoy yourself, Andy. Donation by Patrick Zhang on 21/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Run Forrest Run! Donation by Rick Livesey on 20/10/08

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Just keep on running Andy! Well done you. You've done the family proud. Donation by Sarah Ham on 20/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Andy. Good on you for taking on the challenge but I sure as hell wont want to be you on the 3rd. Donation by Priya Ragaven on 20/10/08

 
£31.00 + £8.74 Gift Aid

Homo Donation by Si on 19/10/08

 
£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

Donation by Mike R on 18/10/08

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

run on through the wind, run on through the rain, tho' your dreams be tossed and blown, run on, run on. and good luck mate Donation by Daniel Rosenberg on 17/10/08

 
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

I'm surprised your knackered knees can take it. I wish I could be bothered to run to the bus stop outside my house let alone 20-odd miles.. Good luck! Donation by Andreas Kavallaris on 17/10/08

 
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck Andy Donation by Steve P on 16/10/08

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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