Michelle Davies is fundraising for The Lymphoma Association

Michelle Davies's Fundraising Page

In memory of:
Glenis Mayoh

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Raising money for

The Lymphoma Association

Charity Registration No. 1068395

Every hour of every day one person in the UK is diagnosed with lymphatic cancer. Lymphoma is the sixth most common cancer, but many people are unaware of it until diagnosed. The Lymphoma Association is the only UK charity specialising in information and support for patients and their families. We offer a freephone helpline 0808 808 5555 as well as free literature. Our services are available free of charge to people with lymphoma. We rely on donations from the public in order to keep our services running.

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Michelle Davies

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06/07/2010

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Raised: 123%

Target: £3,000.00
Raised so far: £3,675.00

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My story

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.

I am fundraising to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of my Mum, Glenis, who died on 16th February 1989 aged just 32 years.

I was 18 months old when my Mum was told (after a period of misdiagnosis) that she had Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, which is a form of cancer of the lymphatic system. Although my memories of childhood are sketchy, I remember the endless hospital visits and periods when she was unable to get out of bed whilst she underwent chemotherapy, radiotherapy and eventually a bone marrow transplant. The treatment she received was followed by a period of remission. Unfortunately, shortly before being due to receive the all clear, there was a relapse and, by that stage, the disease was terminal. Three days after my 11th birthday my Mum passed away. Looking back I realise that I was shielded from the worst of my Mum's suffering. It is only now, piecing the memories together, that I can get some understanding of what she went through bravely and without complaint.

It is difficult to explain how it feels to grow up without a Mum. The impact of her death on our family has been profound. She was an only child as was I and I know that my grandparents have never recovered from their loss. Having become a mother, and given that I am approaching the age at which my Mum's life ended, I often wonder how she felt knowing that she would have to leave me behind - this is something that I cannot even comprehend.

I do not doubt that treatment has moved on remarkably since 1989, however, there are still many people, both patients and their families, who live with the effects of Lymphoma each day. The Lymphoma Association provides accurate medical information and emotional support to those people to help them understand this disease and face their own personal journey. For many, the first they hear of Lymphatic cancer is on diagnosis, a fact that only adds to the anxiety they feel. My aim is to raise as much money as possible in my Mum's memory to help with this valuable work.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to make a donaion: Lymphoma Association 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.

Thank you for your support.

Michelle

	sorry i missed the night - glad it went well. Take care x Donation by nicola avery 15/03/09
	Donation from Amanda and Dave Donation by Michelle Davies 09/03/09
	Michelle, sorry it's taken me so long to get around to this. I am glad to see the event went well. Donation by Chris Gutteridge 23/02/09
	Tickets sales and donations - a huge thank you to everyone who has donated and to those who attended on Saturday and helped make it such a success!!! Donation by Michelle Davies 23/02/09
	Thinking of you all and looking forward to seeing you soon! Best of luck for a fab night x X x Donation by Steve, Jill & Lily 21/02/09
	Sorry we can't make it. We hope you enjoy your evening and raise lots of money. Love Dave, Lindsay & Maisie xx Donation by Lindsay, Dave & Maisie 17/02/09
	Sorry we can't be there Michelle but you are in our thoughts on what I hope will be a great night to raise your target and more Donation by Sue & Ben Taylor 17/02/09
	Good luck from all in Chambers xx Donation by Exchange Chambers 27/01/09
	Sorry we can't be there on the 21st! Good luck with reaching your target for such a worthy charity, lots of love Amanda & Daz xxxx Donation by Amanda & Darren Speirs 19/01/09
	Good Luck Donation by Giles and Alison Maynard-Connor 19/01/09
	Best of luck Michelle! Donation by Paul Burns 18/01/09
	Well done Michelle x Donation by Caroline Gee 18/01/09
	I know you'll do it! Donation by Heather Bowler 17/01/09
	Our team wishes you good luck in reaching your target Donation by The Fluffy Duster Team 16/01/09
	Good luck Donation by David Temkin 14/01/09
	Best wishes and good luck to you in reaching your target Donation by Lisa Walmisley 14/01/09
	Donation by Anthony Elleray 14/01/09
	Edward has said it perfectly. Will, Julie and William Donation by Will 13/01/09
	Well done - all the very best for this inspiring event Donation by David Casement 13/01/09
	What a moving and thoughtful piece you wrote on your donation page- Good Luck- Edward and Hilary Donation by edward bartley jones 13/01/09
	Good luck. Donation by Rachel Silverbeck 13/01/09
	Good luck Michelle! Donation by Laura 13/01/09
	Good luck Michelle, you're an inspiration! Donation by Nancy & James 13/01/09
	Good luck Michelle! Donation by Becky 13/01/09
	Good luck in reaching your target Michelle. A very worth cause. Donation by Carly 13/01/09

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* Total raised online:	£3,675.00
Offline donations:	£0.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£296.15

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