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Raised so far: £2,770.00
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My story

 

Hi there,

I case you haven't heard I completed my first marathon in Paris on 6th April in a respectable time of 4.07 without blisters or chaffing.  The preparation in my Aberdeenshire training camp was clearly effective.  A big thank you to 'the team' and all of you who had a positive thought for me on the 6th. Thanks to everyone that's donated so generously, look at what you've helped to achieve!!

I've been running for years but my head always told me that 26.2 miles was too difficult.  I once ran 17 miles and adding another 9 was unimaginable. This year my measure of difficult was challenged when my extended family were faced with the shocking diagnosis of Huntington's disease.  Anyone with legs that will run when their brain tells them to is very lucky.   Before and after diagnosis the Huntington's Disease Association have been increadily supportive to the family when the rest of us have struggled to know how to help.  They will continue to be there.

For those of you who are old fashioned and pay up after the event is completed it's time to cough up!


Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Huntington's Disease Association 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.


Many thanks for your support.

Rachel Paterson

Best of Luck Rachel, Go For it Girl! Fran x Donation by Frances Doorghen 13/01/08  

Good Luck Rachel. Donation by Alison Sutherland 10/01/08  

Good Luck Rachel Donation by ann mercer 31/12/07  

All the best Rachel, we will be cheering you on from Ellesmere! Donation by Mark (Jacko)+ Anne from Ellesmere 30/12/07  

Keep f*****g running. Don't f*****g stop! Donation by Mad Rob 29/12/07  

Best of Luck - You'll do it no probs, but must question "Slim" as a dietitian !! Donation by Ian & Morag 26/12/07  

I am sure you will help to make a difference Rachel, Well Done! Donation by Pete from Ellesmere 25/12/07  

Donation by Maggie Paterson 20/12/07  

Can we be your official sponsors? -You'd just have to wear a 10metre banner - Graham, Chris and Andy Donation by Orchard Limited 14/12/07  

They'll be a bottle of champagne for you if you can beat my time of 5 hrs - so enjoy the champagne!! Donation by Graham 14/12/07  

Go go girl, go french :-) Donation by Susi Galley 11/12/07  

Donation by Isobel and Bill 11/12/07  

Good luck I'm sure you will do brill. Donation by Claude Beirne 10/12/07  

Good luck Rachel and what a coup, red wine and Paris in the spring!! Donation by Paula Angus 10/12/07  

All the best Rachel-I have no doubt you'll do it, and will drink some vino as moral support!!! Donation by Yvonne Strachan 10/12/07  

Best of luck Rachel. I'm sure you will do everyone proud. Think of Ron Hill! Donation by Assynt 10/12/07  

Good on you for setting a fine example. Hope the training goes well & you enjoy the experience. Donation by Hazel Riddell 10/12/07  

Good Luck Donation by G Donaldson 10/12/07  

Good luck Donation by Grahame Thomson 10/12/07  

All the best Rachel - We know you'll do it for this great cause and yes we'll look after the hens!! Donation by The Ellis Family 09/12/07  

Very proud of what you are doing, this donation is for you last 5.5 miles. Love from Mum and Dad Donation by Mum & Dad 09/12/07  

when you feel tired at the eifel tower - remember the rally route - its taller than the tower Donation by B Taylor 09/12/07  

Good luck, enjoy the wine and cheese at 21 miles. Donation by Brian & Mhairi 08/12/07  

good luck Rachael and enjoy it if thats possible Donation by ian cran 08/12/07  

hi rachel,have a great time in paris,its carole big 40 that day,we will toast you with a glass or 12 Donation by mike loftus 08/12/07  

Thanks for doing this Rachel. Good luck, see you in Paris (at the 21st Mile!) love Rich + John xx Donation by Rich + John 08/12/07  

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