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RUNNING FOR AUTISM SPEAKS - IN HONOUR OF MY SISTER SUE!!

When I first heard about Autism, it was when my sister sat our family down and told us her youngest son Callum had been diagnosed with severe autistic spectrum disorder at the age of 15 months.  We were so baffled and shocked, as we had not come across this in our family history.  What did this mean?

Autism is a life long disorder, varying in severity and impact from individual to individual.  Those with Autism have difficulties communicating and forming relationships with others.  They also find it hard to perform 'normal' everyday tasks and make sense of the world around them.  In the UK, a child is diagnosed with Autism every 20 minutes of every working day.  It is a serious and growing challenge, around the world!!  It's true that Callum will never be able to integrate into society in a 'normal' way and will always remain dependant on his loved ones.

Running is certainly not a natural pastime of mine, and in fact I get a 'stitch' merely running to the end of my street!  So this is a personal challenge for me to do the 5K run in Hyde Park this September.  More importantly, I am doing it to raise money for Autism Speaks in honour of my sister Susan (37 years old) who sadly passed away last year having battled with cancer.  She had dedicated her short life to her family injecting such a glow of happiness and love.  When I see Callum, I see Sue's cheeky smile and spirit of energy.  That is the gift that she has given her son, and yet Callum will never understand where his mummy has gone!

To help raise money and awareness for Autism Speaks, we are taking a step closer to understanding and hopefully changing the lives of those affected by this disorder - in a positive way!!

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a cheer & a beer for your achievement! London Marathon next?! xx Donation by Prits 30/10/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

This story brought tears to my eyes knowing callum will never know where his mummy's gone, breaks my heart, sending big hugs to Callum and family xx Donation by Maree Semro 25/10/08  

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Well done!!! x Donation by Cherie Patton 30/09/08  

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your story has made me fill up with tears, your sister would be very proud of you, well done deepi, Donation by kim elliott 21/09/08  

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Hope the run went well. Sorry donation is abit late x x Donation by Dawn and Vic 13/09/08  

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Very late, I know - sorry Donation by David Puttock 12/09/08  

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Sorry if this is late.Love the picture of sue and callum! Donation by Chris Jez Jess Harry 11/09/08  

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sorry it's a bit late! hope you had a great run x Donation by Lynne Martin 10/09/08  

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Well done Deepi!x Donation by Nicola Davidson 10/09/08  

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Well done you, good luck xx Donation by Alison, John, Oliver Lewis 08/09/08  

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Donation by Sophie Edgar 08/09/08  

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Hope the pain killers worked and to see you in the office tomorrow!! Hx Donation by Hanne 07/09/08  

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Good luck Deepi x Donation by Mercedes 07/09/08  

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Best of luck, you'll be brilliant! x Donation by Naomi Smith 07/09/08  

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Ax Donation by Adrian 07/09/08  

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puff all the way if you have to Deepi! GOOD LUCK xx Donation by sue brad and bryony 06/09/08  

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Go Deepi Go!!! You are so inspiring. Love you lots Donation by sharon sampson 06/09/08  

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You are an inspiration to us all! We'll be thinking of you crossing that finishing line! Donation by Faye and Richard 05/09/08  

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Go Deepi! you can do it, no walking... Donation by Liam 05/09/08  

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Best of luck!!! xx Donation by Mary-Jane Ralston 05/09/08  

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Good luck hop a long! Donation by Hilary 05/09/08  

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GOOD LUCK ! Donation by Michael 05/09/08  

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Best of luck Deepi....xxx Donation by Charlotte Cassinos 05/09/08  

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Good Luck Deepi xx Donation by Andrea khan 05/09/08  

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Good luck Deepi, am so impressed! x Donation by Helen P 04/09/08  

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good luck!! run your socks off!!! xx Donation by sarah and callie 04/09/08  

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You haven't drunk for a week what more can I say! You go girl! I will of course be up early on a Sunday to support you! lots of love xx Donation by Elle Milton 04/09/08  

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Good luck Deepi!! Donation by Nick Scott 04/09/08  

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Good luck you can do it Donation by Ann-Marie 04/09/08  

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Good luck for sunday. Donation by Caroline, Deone & Lee 04/09/08  

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