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My story

 
Dear All,

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.

I was speaking to a friend the other day pondering whether I could and should do the London Marathon again this year.  Protestations that I was 'un-fit', 'injured' and er...' rather busy' all sounded a tad feeble when weighed against the reality; by simply donning my trainers for 3 - 4 hours (please, dear God, not more) and doing a bit of running, I would be able to make a significant contribution to a most worthwhile charity.

I am running to raise money for Down Syndrome Education International (aka. "downsed").  downsed works to improve education for young people with Down syndrome. The charity aims to discover potential through scientific research and transform lives by improving learning opportunities. It also provides invaluable support to families and professionals by providing information, advice, publications and training. To find out more, visit www.downsed.org. 

Since I have been considering running for downsed I have come to realise just how many people's lives are affected in one way or another by Down syndrome. They and I would be extremely grateful for any donation however small. Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Down Syndrome Education International gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

Many thanks,

Gaby.

P.s. In this photo the fish are eating the blisters/dead skin off my worn-out feet. Nice.

Donation by Anonymous 13/05/09  

£750.00 + £211.54 Gift Aid

Well done, what a time.. Donation by Ambrose 05/05/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Congratulations Donation by Francis Carnwath 29/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well done, Gabriel Donation by Irene & Mike Ward 27/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done Gabs, good job!! xxx Donation by Lou 27/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well don Gabs! Very Atalanta-esque... Donation by Ferds 27/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

3.06 Great time! Donation by Robert Carnwath 27/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Congratulations Gabes - you're a marathon marvel! Donation by Kate Blakeburn 26/04/09  

£20.00

See you at the finish line! Donation by Jess Bird 25/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

good luck (and have fun at the albion after!) Donation by alan williams 25/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck cousin! Donation by Ally 25/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Go sis! Donation by Maddy and Tam 25/04/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

Total legend Gaby! Just watch out for flying jelly babies! Donation by Doug E Fresh 25/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck boss ! Donation by Gill Stokes 24/04/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck Gaby! Donation by Stephen Coleman 24/04/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

go roomy! see you at the finish x Donation by bobby fishboy 24/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Gabriel! Am sure you'll fly round. x Donation by Liz Curwen 24/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck chica! Donation by Farayi 23/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck on Sunday, Gaby Donation by graham white 22/04/09  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Louise Campbell 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of luck Gaby Donation by Nathan Collins 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Buona fortuna! Donation by Alana 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

fantastic Gaby Donation by Mindy 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Sarah L 21/04/09  

£150.00 + £42.31 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Paul Santamaria 21/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Great cause. Good luck and hope you have fun! Donation by Wendy Wu 21/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Filippo 21/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck, Gabriel. I will cheer very loudly for you. Donation by Kerry 15/04/09  

£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid

you're mad but I love you. See you for a glass of vino on completion. xx Donation by Sarah 12/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

The very best of luck Donation by Andrew 09/04/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
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