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My story

 

Hi - Thanks for visiting my fundraising page. My mother, Leigh Maxin died from a rare neurological condition called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) in January of this year. It is a dreadful condition for which there is no known cause or cure. It involves the loss of neurons in the brain that allow for eye movement, balance, speech and swallowing. It is a progressive condition that ultimately leads to the patient being unable to swallow, speak; have severe tunnel vision and be unable to mobilize themselves.

The PSP Association is the only national organisation in the UK dedicated to the support of people with this condition and those who care for them. They fund research and support patients, families and carers. I promised my mum that I would do whatever I could to support people with the condition.

At 4pm on 4th July I completed my cycle from London to Paris, a goal I've had to raise awareness and money for this condition. Each day had a story. On day 1 we got lost 11 miles north of Dover and only just made the ferry; day 2 we encountered temperatures of over 39C; day three I went over the handlebars after a confrontation with a rottweiler in a northern French village; day 4 was so special as we rode around the Arc de Triomphe, down the Champs Elysses to the Eiffel Tower applauded in by thousands of Parisens who lined the streets. 

I am hugely grateful for each and every donation - I've been training pretty methodically over the last few months and feel very up for the challenge. Given that I was "puffed" cycling 6 miles at the end of January.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: The PSP 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.

So please sponsor me now!

Thank you so much,

Paul

Paul you are just wonderful and a pleasure to have as a cousin. Well done, sir, your dear mother would have been so proud. Donation by Robert Abrahams 25/08/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

A truly magnificent thing to do, empowered by the love for and thought of your mother. Many, many congratulations, Sharon Donation by Sharon Fillary 14/07/09  

£8.00 + £2.26 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 10/07/09  

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Paul Great news, nice to know your feet smelt so good a dog wanted a bite... Enjoy the recovery time, all the best Paul and Mareike Donation by Paul and M 09/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Congratulations!! What an achievement - particularly with the added extras of heat and rottweilers! Hope the bruises heal fast! Donation by Roby 08/07/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Next time Paris, Texas! Donation by t, k, h and b johns 05/07/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

You're a star Paul-your dear mum would have been so proud of all the good you are doing. Good luck! Much love from us all xxxxxxx Donation by Katharine Ward 02/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 02/07/09  

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I'll just say "Good Luck" We'll be thinking of you! Love from Matthew, Jo, Grace and Jacob Donation by Matthew Brazier 01/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Paul, I hope you enjoy your bike ride as much as I enjoyed (endured more like!) my Moonwalk. Good luck & hope you're not too saddle sore! Nina Donation by Nina Drake 01/07/09  

£10.00

Go Daddy go! We are with you all the way and love you a lot. Love Alisha and Nibby Donation by Nibby and Alihsa 30/06/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done Paul, I will be thinking of you, let us all know how you get on!!! Amy Donation by Amy Clifton 29/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Totally impressed by your dedication - go for it Paul. Donation by Richard & Rachael Goodworth 29/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

All the best to you Paul, good luck and enjoy every mile of this wonderful cause! Donation by Judy, Shmulik, Adam & Oren 18/06/09  

£50.00

All the best Paul. Donation by Steve & Catherine 17/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

In loving memory of a most wonderful aunt. Good luck, Paul! Donation by Judy, Shmulik, Oren & Adam 10/06/09  

£20.00

What an amazing challange to take on. Wishing you every success and hope you do enjoy it. Donation by Susan Macdonald 10/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Richard and Katrina Sweeney 04/06/09  

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Best wishes and good luck Donation by Sandy Alkalai 01/06/09  

£7.50

Good luck Paul. Send us photos of the swim leg Donation by Bernie & Susie 27/05/09  

£50.00

Well done Paul, I know the training is hard but your mum would be so proud. Donation by Cat 20/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Don't worry about the pot-holes, celebrate the journey. Best of luck Paul. Donation by Stuart Morris 13/05/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck Paul Donation by Katherine Stone 11/05/09  

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Well done you :-) Donation by Debs 01/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

What an honourable way to honour the memory of your mom. I am sure she is very proud of you. Best of luck, and drive safely. -Assaf Donation by Assaf AlQuraishi 26/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Enjoy Paul, hope the cycling bug stays biting for long after the event - such an amazing sport and way to do good!! Donation by Geoff McDonald 08/04/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Best of luck. Hope that your penny farthing is up to it! Donation by keith fairbrass 02/04/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck and all good wishes! Donation by Laura Somoggi 01/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck on the day - a great way to make a difference. I am sure you mum would be proud. Donation by Philippa McKee 27/03/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Hope its downhill all the way? Donation by Karen Hargreaves 23/03/09  

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