Hi all,

This must come as a bit of a shock to those of you that know me well. I am running (or attempting to run) my first 10k on 25th May 2009!

One of my main reasons for running the 10K is so that I can eat more cake. But secondly, and more importantly I’m raising money for Refuge.

Refuge is a national charity for women and children who experience domestic violence. Here are some of the reasons I am raising money for Refuge.

One woman in four experiences domestic violence at some point in their lives. Two women are killed each week by a current or former partner in and . In 90% of domestic violence incidents children are in the same or next room. On average a woman will be assaulted by her partner or ex-partner 35 times before reporting it to the police.

Just £10 could pay for an hour activity session for a group of children living in a refuge because of domestic violence.

Dig deep people!! J

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Refuge gets your money faster and, if you’re ataxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

Thanks in advance.

Claire xx