We are currently training for the 2010 London Marathon *cue Rocky theme music*.
I know know what you're
thinking: London Marathon? 26.2 miles? Training through the winter?
You must be nuts!! But it's for a fantastic cause and the event
promises to be an epic experience. So, why not?
In 2007 Tom Nabarro, a
university friend to Gary and Rajiv, had a serious accident while
snowboarding in Bulgaria. Tom received immediate medical care on the
slopes, was transferred to the Military Medical Centre in Sofia, and
had emergency surgery for damage to his neck. Shortly after Tom was
transferred by air ambulance to the UK National Spinal Injuries
Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Aylesbury. Tom spent over 15
months recovering in hospital at Stoke Mandeville. Finally in August
2008 Tom moved home.
Tom is now fully
recovered and enjoying life, all be it as a quadriplegic
(http://www.tomnabarro.com/).
The inspirational story of Tom's accident and living through his
recovery is the driving force behind Gary and Rajiv's interest in the
London Marathon. Tom's journey to recovery makes 26.2 miles seem a
small challenge!
Having to pick out a
suitable charity to support for the marathon Tom recommended the
Spinal Injuries Association. A tireless charity dedicated to
improving the lives of those who have had major spinal injuries. The
work of the SIA is focused on improving quality of living and
campaigning for the best medical and social care for spinal injured
people.
Now it's your chance to
help make every yard count for Gary and Rajiv. Please donate what you
can. Your kind support is warmly appreciated. And maybe we'll see
you at the finish line come April?
Peace and love,
Gary, Raj, Tom, and the SIA!
