Raised so far: £735.00
My story
Endometriosis isnt something everyone has heard of but is something I've been living with for over 20 years. The support from endometriosis UK to myself and other women has been great and often a lifeline just being able to talk to someone else who understands first hand what you're going through.
I returned to running last year and decided to do the Great North Run, I was really lucky to get a ballot place so I am able to raise some money for the society to help them continue with their great work. I am also hoping to do the Blaydon Race (5.7miles) on June 9th but this will depend on my post op recovery as I am unfortunately having another operation in April, as the dreaded E chose this year to return to haunt me.
Further Notes:
10th June - I had my op and although things havent improved much I managed to do the Blaydon Race, a bit slower that I would have liked but I finished in 65mins. I now need to get some serious training in for the GNR!
1st Sept - Its now under 1 month to go..... training has been a bit slow but I'm getting there. I'm back at running club and the support from everyone there is great so thanks guys.
2nd Sept - I decided to have a go at another race which I did today, it was a 10k (+ a bit!) and very tough going I hadnt expected quite so many hills..... however, I finished it a bit slow, due to various issues on the day, in 73min.
1st October - Mission accomplished.... I completed the GNR in 2h 25m which I am very pleased with, it was rather hard going esp around 10mile point it was a bit too hot for my liking but the crowds were amazing and kept us going and my running partner was a star - thanks mate. Will I do it again? at the time it was 'no thats it ' but now there is a chance I possibly will :)
My parents & their friends held a rock n roll event to raise money for Endo UK, they have done this twice in the past and each time it has been a great night. This year we raised £237 so a very big thank you to all concerned especially George who organised the night.
Thanks so much to all of you who have sponsored me it really is appreciated, and the support from everyone has been great. Thanks again.
Karen xx
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Endometriosis UK will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
Many thanks for your support & encouragement. If you would like to find out more visit their website - www.endo.org.uk
Karen xx 
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Hope you did well Donation by helen staines 02/10/07 |
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Well Done Karen u must be proud of urself! Just wish we could of sponsored u more CONGRATULATIONS!!! Donation by Tracey & Shaun Holliday (arty77) 01/10/07 |
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Good luck Donation by David Wilkinson 26/09/07 |
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Just think of that after race pint! Augh!!! Donation by Emma Best 24/09/07 |
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All the best babe xx Donation by Kish 19/09/07 |
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Donation by Des 19/09/07 |
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Good luck and I hope it proves fun Donation by James Hayward 14/09/07 |
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Hope you have an easy and fun run Donation by Paul Jefferson 13/09/07 |
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Good on you Karen. Best Wishes Donation by Sue Tweedale 12/09/07 |
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Train hard, race easy and look forward to the post race drinks... Good luck. Donation by Jon Grant 11/09/07 |
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Good Luck you nutter! So proud of you, just keep thinking of the cold beer at the end of it all!! XX Donation by Margy, Den & Ollie 11/09/07 |
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Best of luck we may see you in November Donation by Jeff Standing 08/09/07 |
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Best of luck K see you there! Donation by Andy, Sandie and Daniella 07/09/07 |
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Good Luck K, turn the music up n go for it!!! Donation by Julie S 07/09/07 |
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Good Luck Karen - A great cause little known but one which brings benefit to 100's of us sufferers ! Donation by Lynn Waterman 07/09/07 |
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Good luck, keep thinking of that finish line.... Donation by Dunc 07/09/07 |
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Good luck Karen - we'll throw in another pound if you win!!! Donation by Nina Brown 06/09/07 |
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Go for it! Donation by Chris Lee 06/09/07 |
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I admire you Karen and wish you every success. Good luck. Love Jan xxx Donation by Jan Monk 06/09/07 |
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Good luck - and no motorbike! Donation by Ian McNeeney 06/09/07 |
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Wishin u, a nite of good sleep b4, a cool but slightly breezy day during, a hot radox bath after xx Donation by Marianne Thomson 06/09/07 |
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Given your often in pain this is madder than you doing that track day. Well done girl. Donation by Bill Jamieson 06/09/07 |
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Karen, wishing you the very best of luck with the training and the run Donation by Matt 23/08/07 |
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Good luck Karen - I'm so proud of you! Love Sal xx Donation by Sal 27/07/07 |
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Karen, I am so proud of what you have achieved. I know you can do it. Loads of love Jen x Donation by Jenny Jackson-Jones 18/07/07 |
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Well done Karen ! I'm so proud of you ! With love from your endo sis in Scotland, Zoe x x Donation by Zoe Holdsworth 16/07/07 |
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You are a real star Northern Sis! Keep those legs going and think of the large beer at the end! Donation by Southern Wilsons 07/07/07 |
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You're an inspiration to us all Karen! Good Luck, I know you'll be fab! Antonia x Donation by Antonia Boyton 22/06/07 |
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I know you can do it Donation by Whizz 06/06/07 |
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Good luck, I hope you are fit and well on the day. Donation by William Watson Russell 04/06/07 |
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| * Total raised online: | £338.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £397.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £95.33 |
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