Hi - After 5 ballot rejections from the London Marathon I have finally been accepted into the 2005 race. Although I have my own place it is an opportunity for me to raise some funds for a deserving cause.

My cousin Adrienne was diagnosed with leukaemia several years ago and fought the disease into remission before its return this year. Fortunately with the help of the Anthony Nolan Trust a donor was found and she has recieved a bone marrow transplant in the summer. This looks to be working and everyone is very hopeful.

So this is my way of saying thank you to the Anthony Nolan Trust. Please make a donation using the buttons above, even small donations add up.

If you would like to follow my training you can do so at

www.londonmarathon2005.blogspot.com

Heartfelt Thanks Robert