Hello guys and thank you for looking at my fundraising page.

All of you should know me already but just in case you don’t this is my story:

I have had eczema since I was a small child and have suffered from other problems such as asthma, hay fever and allergies (photo of me to left aged 12). While growing up I have had several different treatments including UV, wet wraps, in ward treatment and loads of out patient clinic appointments. Over the years I have had an amazingly supportive mother and sister who have helped me though everything. The most difficult times I have suffered were during my childhood. I Just wanted to be a ‘normal’ child and be able to do simple things like play sports but my eczema not only prevented this but also my confidence and with that the ability to make friends. I was eventually the laughing stock and bullying target all though primary and secondary school.

Now with a carefully monitored diet, plenty of exercise and support from others I am managing to control my skin more.

On the 17th of September (National Eczema Week) I am going to wear pajamas to work all day. I work for Patientline and my job includes walking around a hospital helping patients with their televisions. I just hope the staff doesn’t think I have escaped from one of the wards!

Due to my past experiences I am raising money for the National Eczema Society as I have been a member and getting support from them for 10+ years.

They have recently revamped their website including a helpline for people to get advice. Your donations will go towards helping this run!

Please sponsor me to make a total fool of myself and help me raise money for this great cause!

NB: If you are a taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Thank you to the Cambridge Evening News for printing my story which can be found here: http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/cn_news_home/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=347498

Patientline has offered to double (up to a limit of £500) whatever donations I get - Thank you guys!

__________________!UPDATE!____________________

The day went really well and saw me raising over £400 with the help of friendly nurses/patients & visitors around the hospital. Thank you all so much for your donations! If you have me added on Facebook you can see the photos from the day!

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Total Raised: £245 online & 171.20 offline = £416.20

Matched by Patientline = 832.40