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Raised so far: £1,150.00
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My story

 
In early 2006 my mum, Ann, suffered a devastating stroke. We thought we were about to lose her, but after a few months she appeared to have recovered and even travelled overseas. We all went on a holiday to North East England in 2007. The picture on the left was taken in the summer of 2007, that's me in the funny hat.
Just as she seemed to be making a good recovery, there were signs that not all was well. She was becoming more and more confused and anxious about everyday things. Then in May 2008, a scan revealed a large cerebral aneurysm that required immediate surgery. Again we thought we might lose her.
After a six-hour operation things looked bleak, and sadly our fears of permanent damage appear to have been confirmed. Although we continue to hope and pray she might make a miraculous recovery, it appears that she will now remain in a nursing home.
I want to run the Midnight Sun Marathon to raise money for the Stroke Association who do so much important work in raising awareness of stroke and providing care and assistance for stroke victims and their families.
For the eighteen months that my mum was recovering from her initial stroke, she went weekly to a dysphasia group, which as well as helping my mum, importantly gave my dad a break from the stressful task of 24-hour care.

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congratulations on a great achievement. Robert and Angela Donation by Robert Orme 06/07/09  

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splendid Donation by george and joan 22/06/09  

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All the best! Donation by Rene 16/06/09  

£10.00

Good luck Chris, look forward to hearing of your success. Donation by Tim Sanders 15/06/09  

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Running for a cause close to my heart. Well done and good luck. Donation by R 15/06/09  

£51.50 + £14.53 Gift Aid

All success to you Donation by Donald Riddoch 12/06/09  

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Best wishes Donation by Irene and Elwyn 12/06/09  

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good luck Donation by charles george 08/06/09  

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A very worthy cause Donation by Maggie and Dick 04/06/09  

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Good luck Donation by Mary Spice 04/06/09  

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We'll enjoy hearing how you got on - while sitting down Donation by Fiona & Eric 01/06/09  

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Donation by Angela G 30/05/09  

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Good luck - I thought about joining you but the neighbours dog ate my training shoes. Donation by Steve & Annabel 29/05/09  

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Happy memories of church choir with Ann Donation by Mavis Gray 29/05/09  

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Best of luck! Donation by Naomi, Lia and Philip Lesser 28/05/09  

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Good Luck! Donation by David Wynn-Williams 24/05/09  

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Good luck! Donation by Mike & Sally Potter 23/05/09  

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Saw your piece in B13 - good luck Donation by Sue Johnson 16/05/09  

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Good luck! Donation by Simon Hoggart 12/05/09  

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Good luck Donation by MJ 12/05/09  

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We'll be with you in spirit! Best of luck. Donation by Jane Jerome Sam and Hannah 27/04/09  

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Take it easy Donation by John F 17/04/09  

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May you run in beauty. Donation by jennie chuang 07/04/09  

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Good luck Chris! Donation by Christine Loftus 02/04/09  

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Enjoy the challenge Donation by Ann Howells 01/04/09  

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That's a different kind of "run to the sun"!! Good luck mate, take care Donation by Dave George 30/03/09  

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Good luck Chris! Donation by Steve Bachman 30/03/09  

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Don't hurt yourself old man. We'll still pay up if you're last Donation by Adrian Alford 29/03/09  

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