First and foremost thanks for checking this out.... If you know me at all then you know im one for vegging on the sofa! and In the past xmas hols have quite rightly been the time for overindulgence and relaxation- but as fate would have it ,this year im flipping the script..im breaking in my hiking boots..

im  joining up with a team  to climb the twin peaks of eastern uganda. Its a 7 day hike to altitudes over 4300 m across a tortuous and demanding course-and given my current fitness levels-i can safely say this is way out of my comfort zone :)..however; im absolutely determined to do this; and i need your help..FOCUS humanitarian assistance helps people whose lives are shattered due to catastrophic natural and man made disasters..Together with focus we can help to provide the means for these people to rebuild their lives; overcome devastation; and look to a hopeful future. im hiking  to help raise the money to not only provide immediate relief- but also to provide the resources to prevent these disasters occuring in the first place..Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe.i know its both a busy and expensive time of year for you all- but please please dig a little deeper- every little bit really does help.- please support such a worthy cause, thankyou