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My story

 

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On the 9th November 2007, we were blessed by the birth of our second daughter Ashleigh and a little sister for Holly, but our joys were short lived when she was taken ill after two days and was rushed to the Pilgrim Hospital in Boston and from there she was taken to Glenfield Hospital in Leicester.

We spent three weeks hoping and praying that she would be ok, but sadly it was not to be and we had to take the worst heart breaking decision any parents could have to make and turn off her life support machine on the 2nd December 2007.

Ashleigh died of heart complications and a rare condition called Neonatal Hemochromatosis, making her a baby in millions.

We spent those weeks in total shock, but if it wasn't for the kindness and professionalism of all the staff and the existence of the Heartlink Charity, I'm not sure we would have come through the experience as well as we did. Heartlink provides equipment for the PICU and Children's Wards at Glenfield Hospital, and support for parents. The support for us came in the form of a bedroom we could live in, down the corridor from Ashleigh, and somewhere we could retreat to when needed.

Our little daughter touched so many people in her short life, most who never met her, and we feel that we want to repay the kindness of the staff, and do something to help other babies, children and parents. Following her funeral kind donations to Heartlink from friends, relatives and work colleagues amounted to several thousand pounds, and family and friends have since raised almost a further £2000.

On Saturday 11th July 2009, I plan to walk the Yorkshire Three Peaks with family, friends and work colleagues. At present there are between 20-30 people who have agreed to take part. This is a challenging 25 mile circular walk, taking in the peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. The aim is to complete in 12 hours.

This website has been set up for the use of all those taking part in this event, and if you feel you would like to donate anything in memory of our little girl and improve the lives of future babies, children and parents who will pass through the doors at Glenfield, please follow the process on this page.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Heart Link 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 so much for your support.

Nick, Nicola, Holly and all their fellow walkers

Well done, great achievement Donation by Suzy Kendrick 05/08/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Well done guys! Donation by Janette Kenneally 23/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Great achievement, really respect what you've done - do it again, and again! Donation by David Fannin 22/07/09  

Donation by Anonymous 22/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

well done everyone Donation by Terry Huggins 22/07/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

All best wishes. Donation by Nigel & Marie 14/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Go for it !!!!!! Donation by Ken Bell 10/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck for tomorrow, its sounds incredible - you must be so fit ... well done our wonderful ex much missed neighbours Donation by stella hayes 10/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go for it Mr K. Hope it all goes well. Weather looks ok so not too hot. Donation by Richard Lock 10/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by ANONYMOUS 08/07/09  

Good luck to you all! Nick, how many risk assessments have you done for this trip :-) Donation by Matt Fitzgerald 07/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Super Stuff Nick! Donation by David Hitchcock 06/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck, hope the sun shines!! Donation by Clare Rangeley 06/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 06/07/09  

£120.00 + £33.85 Gift Aid

Good luck guys x Donation by Emily Kate Holmes 06/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of luck. Donation by Vickie Clare 06/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Best of luck to you all. Donation by Elizabeth New 06/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

All the best to you and your family:) Donation by Kas Kukiel 25/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all. Hope the weather is kind to you. Donation by Rita Payne 23/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all, keep up the good work Donation by Mandy Jarvis 18/06/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by The Picks 17/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

You can do it Nick - Good luck and hope the sun shines! Donation by Helen Kettle 16/06/09  

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Wishing you all every success Donation by Valerie Everett 11/06/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck everyone Donation by Kate Bellamy 05/06/09  

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Hope you have a great time and achieve your goal. Donation by Katie Potter 05/06/09  

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We'll be thinking of you and your blisters. All the best. Donation by Richard and Lisa Tweddell 03/06/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all! Donation by Lynn Wilkinson 03/06/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Go for it! We know you can do it - hope you also enjoy it! - will be thinking of you. Donation by Avril 03/06/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck Christina and all the rest of the team Donation by Tracey Nightingale 03/06/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

All the best to Nick and the team. Donation by Nav, Harsoz , Aaron & Rahul 03/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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