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UPDATE

We made it!  Finally rode in to John O'Groats on Tuesday 4th November, just before 3pm.  It was wet, misty and cold, but it didn't matter ... we'd set out to cycle 1000 miles for charity, and we had!                      

Background - why we are doing this ride

To cut to the chase, in October this year, we aim to cycle the near 1000 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats (LeJog), as a charity ride, to raise as much as we can for the Multiple Sclerosis Society.   Of course, many have cycled this route before, but for us it will be all the more challenging, as we both have physical disability.  In 1994, Anthea was in a major car accident, and sustained a broken back and serious head trauma.  Her life changed dramatically, she was forced to retire from teaching, and she has since learned to cope  with the lasting effects of her injuries.  In 2005 Richard was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and now suffers from greatly reduced mobility, severe fatigue, and unusually with MS, has  become partially sighted and registered blind.  This has meant he has had to retire from his career as a police officer.

So the only way to undertake this ride is on a tandem, and because  of our physical conditions and the need for greater stability, we will be riding a specially designed tandem trike, with the two wheels at the front!  We will set off from Land's End on the 1st October 2008, and aim to ride 35 - 50 miles a day, with frequent recovery stops!  At this pace, we should make it up to John O'Groats by late October, with hopefully our sense of humour still intact!  We hope  you will feel inspired to sponsor us in this adventure, and help us  to raise as much money as we can, to support the excellent ongoing work of the MS Society, and their funding of research into effective treatments and a cure for this debilitating condition.

A big thank you to all those who have sponsored us so far, your generosity is very much appreciated.  We really would like to raise as much as we possibly can, and continue increasing our total ... so if you haven't yet sponsored us, and would like to ... please just click on the 'sponsor us now' button above, and help us raise even more.  Can we also encourage you, if you feel able, to pass the link to our webpage on, to any friends and colleagues who you feel may be interested in supporting us in this charitable venture.  Thank you!   

(Donating through 'Justgiving' is quick, easy, and totally secure.  It's also the most effective way to sponsor us: the MS Society 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 us now, and may we thank you for your generosity.

Best wishes on you great endeavour! Donation by Brit in California 04/10/08  

£20.00

Great meeting you guys. What an inspiration!! Donation by Sarah Blight 03/10/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

you can do it, take care Donation by Alan Williams 02/10/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

"Blow ,the wind south-westerly" Donation by Tom'n'Ellsey 02/10/08  

£70.00 + £19.74 Gift Aid

Brilliant project - good luck Donation by Rod and Val 02/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

We met by chance on your first day out when you were approaching St Just - I sincerely wish you well - very inspired by what you are doing. Donation by Noel Rogers 02/10/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck and God Bless you on your journey Donation by Pat+Bob Ayotte 02/10/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

If only I had the courage and conviction to do this, I pray Gods waring angels surround you always, and Gods hand upon you Donation by Adam Whitlock 02/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be ever at your back. May the good Lord keep you in the hollow of His hand. May God bless you always. Donation by Jane Tarrant 02/10/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

we admire you so much! Look forward to the celebrations at the end! Donation by anonymous 01/10/08  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid

You are both amazing! We pray for God's blessing on your efforts. Donation by John & Angela Woolley 30/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Inspirational. All the best! Donation by Grev and Jane 30/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Grief !!! Anthea, don't forget to bring him back. Donation by Antony and Amanda 30/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

We pray that your amazing experience will be a blessing for you both and those that you meet along the way. Donation by Graham and Katrina 30/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

You are a real inspiration. It will be hard work but enjoy it too! Donation by Derek & Lucienne Foster 30/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Best wishes for a safe enjoyable trip. A very brave effort on your part. Look forward to hearing all about the experience. Donation by Maureen Bates 29/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Keep those track rod ends handy and have a great time Donation by Derek Forbes 26/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Wishing you all the best for each step (or rather pedal !) of the way. Donation by Jill and Andy Theofanous 26/09/08  

£50.00

Sorry, bit slow with computers but made it. ( I think?) I know you'll make it too. Give those pedals some stick. Look forward to seeing you again. xx Donation by Mike Touche MacKenzie 25/09/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Inspirational! Very best of luck. Donation by Hilary 25/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

read your article in the sutton guardian and want to wish you both the very best of luck with your venture. Donation by tim and jo willisson 24/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

'It is in giving that we receive' - hope you both receive many blessings as you make this incredible, amazing and courageous journey. Donation by Jane Gates 24/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best wishes Donation by Nichola Williamson 23/09/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Best of luck. We, and all of Kilby House, Calthorpe Park School are behind you. Thanks you for coming to show us the trike! Great choice of shirt too! Donation by Paul, Jo, Tom, Sam and Immi Edwards 23/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Fantastic project--may it make loads of money and have a wonderful, safe ride Donation by Eva 22/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

You Guys are stars. May the Lord protect you on your travels. Donation by Phil and Jan Wright 22/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Donation by Anon 21/09/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

With my love and prayers. Could I have a lift up to Lancs? - My love, and God's Promises. - Jean. Donation by Jean Wild. (Kevin's Mum.) 20/09/08  

£10.00

Good luck and God Bless you both! Donation by Gill, Susie and Becky Pottinger 20/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Great idea! Hope you have a fantastic time and raise lots of money. Look forward to hearing your progress! Donation by Jane (Buchanan) and Jerry 19/09/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid
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