My story

Good grief. I seem to have run the London Marathon! Who'd have thought it!? Well I didn't really RUN, I jogged like a wimp and went as slowly as possible. But I didn't hit the dreaded wall, I didn't stop (not even for the toilet, Paula...), and all-in-all it wasn't quite as bad as I was expecting it to be. Rather like root canal surgery, don't believe all the horror stories you hear before you go through with it yourself.

Having said that, it was a bit too sunny for my liking, but plenty of drinks on the way round saved me from wilting completely. I can confirm that I overtook 3 cornish pasties, 3 rhinos, 2 Wombles, a pair of giant speakers and a fire engine. Sadly, I could not keep up with the Pink Panther.

Thanks so much to everyone who has made donations to the cause! Thank you, Centra. My money doesn't have to be in to Spinal Research for a few weeks yet so, ummmm, not too late if you haven't clicked the "Sponsor Me Now" button yet....

My official time was 4:45:55, which is quite a nice number I think. I am not walking too well, I feel like I have broken several bones in my left foot, and - at time of going to press - have no desire to ever run a marathon again. Ever. Anywhere. For any reason.

Bring on the triathlon.

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Spinal Research

Spinal Research

Charity Registration No. 1151015

Spinal Research is a pioneering charity. Its aim is to find ways to repair spinal cord injury and reverse the paralysis that results from it. Based in the UK and recognised as a leader in its field, Spinal Research funds groundbreaking projects at scientific and medical institutions around the world. The next landmark is the launch of clinical trials with paralysed volunteers. These trials will test innovative treatments that could repair damage in the human spinal cord, and so restore sensation and movement.

Donations 29

Hey shish I'm sho proud o yoo

Donation by Sairsy Wairsy on 17/05/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Hopefully this should mean you reach your target

Donation by David C on 03/05/05

£25.61

+ £7.22 Gift Aid

GO EMMS - M.E.C.O ALL THE WAY -

Donation by MELLS & CHIZ on 17/04/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

A horrifyingly energetic way to spend a Sunday in our opinion, but we wish you good luck.

Donation by Lawn Mowing Society of Virginia on 17/04/05

£20.00

All the best Emma! You can do it..................

Donation by dancing queen auntie on 16/04/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck, Emma. Just imagine there's chocolate beyond the finishing line ....

Donation by Superauntie J on 16/04/05

£26.39

+ £7.44 Gift Aid

Don't upset Paula Radcliff - let her win.

Donation by Supermum and superman on 15/04/05

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck, you are an inspiration to many others who may have been or be in your situation

Donation by Anonymous on 15/04/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Noggin will be proud!, he couldn't do it!!!

Donation by Claire & Paul on 13/04/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck from all at Wordflow

Donation by Wordflow Ltd on 11/04/05

£50.00

Good and keep in touch! The Eshmade family

Donation by Chris Eshmade on 10/04/05

£50.00

All the best Emma, Hopefully see you on the way round

Donation by Pete Tomsett on 04/04/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

This is my chocolate money for a month.

Donation by Martin H on 27/03/05

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

It sgreat to hear that you are running the marathon, all the best Emma The Supergirl of KMFM!!!!

Donation by Adrian Farrar on 23/03/05

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Go get 'em supegirl - we love KMFM

Donation by Deano & Tommo on 18/03/05

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Go Super girl... Chris would be proud !

Donation by Carolyn on 17/03/05

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck in the Marathon Emma, Heres a few pennies for your collection!

Donation by Spencer James on 10/03/05

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Some more for your good cause.

Donation by Hercy on 08/03/05

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Here's a little something for the kitty. I think you're great on KMFM & FOX!

Donation by Obsessed Fan on 26/02/05

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of luck.

Donation by gladysfriday on 26/02/05

£52.00

+ £14.67 Gift Aid

Good luck with your fund raising

Donation by Hercy on 26/02/05

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Hope you fly round! (ho ho)

Donation by Suzy Lill on 24/02/05

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

I'm in Folkestone and running too, Good Luck Emma!!

Donation by Carl on 23/02/05

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Emma - from dibbzy, claire and lara xx

Donation by Tony Dibbin on 16/02/05

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Donation by Simon Watts on 15/02/05

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations$1,245.91
  • Offline donations$1,226.18
  • Text donations$0.00
  • Total raised$2,472.09
  • Gift Aid$300.05

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