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13/10/06 This page expires on 16th October.  We have not yet put pictues of our walk onto the "babyscarlett" site, but we will try to update it soon (sorry, time seems to have got away from us). In the meantime, there are photographs on the website of the organisation that runs the trek.  Feel free to take a look :www.ptarmigan-treks.co.uk/gallery/gallery.php?event=bn150706

Thank you to everyone who sponsored us. With the gift aid on offline sponsorship, we have raised just under £10,000 which is way above our expectations. You all deserve a huge pat on the back!

For those who don't know, the beautiful baby is my daughter Scarlett. Scarlett was born in July '05 & was diagnosed at 3 months as having Cystic Fibrosis. This is a genetic disease which causes mucus to build up on the lungs & which can eventually lead to respiratory failure.  Approximately 70% of CF sufferers are under 20 years of age as a consequence of limited life expectancy & on average, 3 young people lose their lives to this devastating disease every week. All of Scarlett's family are determined that she will not become a part of this very sad statistic.

Myself, my dad James & my sisters Stephanie & Stacey will be walking up Ben Nevis in July to raise as much money as possible for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust & would be very grateful if you would sponsor us. As you can see from the caption, the Trust is raising money to fund research into what we all hope will lead to a cure for the disease.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Cystic Fibrosis Trust 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.

So please sponsor us now!

Many thanks for your support.

Michelle Mullarkey

UPDATE>>>> WE DID IT!!! 

Climbing Ben Nevis was more difficult than we thought it would be, but coming back down again was even harder, with all of us suffering a fall at least once on the descent.  On this note, a special mention does need to be made about Stacey, who stayed upright all the way down, only to fall over on flat land whilst running to the pub at the bottom of the mountain.  Unfortunately, she was so far in front of me that I didn't get to see either the miraculous running (I could barely walk!) or the fall, which I'm sure would have been one of the highlights of the day!!

 The aches & pains we all had afterwards were well worth it. We climbed on an incredibly hot day, making it very hard work, but as a result of very little cloud, had spectacular views from Ben Nevis. I will post pictures on the babyscarlett site shortly, although they don't really do the mountain justice  - I think that's because of the large scale of the mountain rather than bad photography!

The "Scaling Ben Nevis for Scarlett" experience has been one we won't forget. I speak not just for "Team Mullarkey", but also for Michael, Scarlett's dad. Due to you all exceeding the  monetary targets along the way, has had varied hairstyles - blond, mohican & then bald. He did find that blonds have more fun so is waiting for his hair to grow back sufficiently to dye it again!

Before I go, I'd just like to thank all of you for your support. We've raised a fantastic amount of money & hopefully  there's also been an increased awareness of Cystic Fibrosis.   Remember, it's not too late to show this website to friends, the site will remain open until September & all donations will be gratefully received.

Michelle xx

The link bellow will shortly show Ben Nevis pictues but currently shows the many changing hairstyles of Michael

http://www.babyscarlett.co.uk/Hair.htm

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Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Charity Registration No. 1079049

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-shortening inherited disease, affecting almost 10,000 people in the UK, clogging vital organs with thick sticky mucus. There is presently no cure. We are the UK’s only national charity working for families with CF and to find a cure. www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk

Donations 142

Good luck with the climb, and to Scarlett who is just gorgeous!

Donation by Linsey (works with Stacey!) on 12/05/06

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck and best wishes.

Donation by Ann Mullarkey on 11/05/06

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

With love and best wishes.

Donation by Maura and Michael on 11/05/06

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

With love and best wishes to all.

Donation by Fiona and Mohit on 11/05/06

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck xx

Donation by John & Mary on 11/05/06

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

We wish you all good luck and god bless

Donation by Jack & Greta on 03/05/06

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Donation by David Lunn (Work colleague of Nicola) on 02/05/06

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by Distant cousin Frank from USA on 26/04/06

£50.00

Donation by Heynonnymous on 26/04/06

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by anonymous on 22/04/06

£16.84

Donation by anonymous on 22/04/06

£56.12

Jimmy James I've got you down as reaching the top first!!!

Donation by Margaret on 20/04/06

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

wishing you well , Scarlett

Donation by sally ( a friend of mary ) on 19/04/06

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck for the climb - isn't Scarlett lovely?

Donation by Kevin Fitzpatrick on 17/04/06

£300.00

+ £84.62 Gift Aid

Good luck & best wishes

Donation by Auntie Margaret & Uncle Bernie on 17/04/06

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

our love to Scarlett & her very supportive family - stay strong xx

Donation by mary & alex on 16/04/06

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Scarlett is absolutley beautiful and I wish you all the best with the climb.

Donation by Danielle Turner on 11/04/06

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best, Scarlett is beautiful

Donation by Paul Garlick on 11/04/06

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

I live in Viv and Jim's old house. Was sorry to hear about Scarlett and am happy to help in any way.

Donation by Kris on 10/04/06

£150.00

+ £42.31 Gift Aid

please raise money so that Michael will shave his head and i get to help i am Scarlett's big sister.

Donation by Charlie Mullarkey on 10/04/06

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck chris&bruce lots of love.

Donation by bruce o,eill on 09/04/06

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

It won't be easy but I know you'll do it. Good luck to you all

Donation by Christine & Liam & family on 09/04/06

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck for the climb, and with your determination we are sure you will get to the top no problem.

Donation by Gerry, Jimmy & Boys on 08/04/06

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck! Apparently it's easier coming down afterwards.

Donation by Chad Sexington on 07/04/06

£12.00

+ £3.38 Gift Aid

Very best wishes to you all - if Mike wants any advice on shaven heads - just come to me!

Donation by David Pitcher on 06/04/06

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£6,079.96
  • Offline donations£1,828.98
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£7,908.94
  • Gift Aid£1,554.67

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