<p>Thanks for visiting my fund raising page.</p> <p>Well, I did it.&nbsp; I finished the London marathon in 5.29.19.</p> <p>I ran for 17 miles before my knee gave in &amp; I walked the rest - hence the rather fresh face for my medal photograph.&nbsp; My half was great at 2.19.&nbsp; The marathon was&nbsp;a challenge but a really great experience and an achievement I am proud of.&nbsp; I enjoyed it so much that I've signed up for the ballot for entry next year.&nbsp; I just need to work on strengthening my knees.&nbsp; If you're considering it I highly recommend it.&nbsp;</p> <p>I've had a great response to my fund raising requests and some very generous donations.&nbsp; Every penny counts and in the final push before the 28th July deadline even a couple of quid would be much appreciated.&nbsp; I'm raising money for Refuge and your donation enables the charity to provide the support to those who need it the most.&nbsp;</p> <p>It has been an enormous challenge for me to train and take part in this event.&nbsp; I trained for last year's marathon &amp; ended up with stress fractures in both legs.&nbsp; 26 miles is a long slog for me but your generosity helped to push me along.&nbsp; Please give what you can.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you're feeling generous you can donate through JustGiving.&nbsp; It's quick, easy and totally secure. It&rsquo;s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Refuge gets your money faster and, if you&rsquo;re a UK taxpayer, JustGiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.&nbsp; All money goes directly to charity &amp; the sponsorship they get from the London marathon goes a long way to keeping the charity going.&nbsp; So please sponsor me now.&nbsp;</p> <p>Cheers,</p> <p>x Sarah</p>