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My story

 

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As many of you know Scarlett and Harry entered the world a bit earlier than expected. It was their good fortune to arrive at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, Kent, where they were nursed to recovery in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Simply, without the expertise, dedication and love of the nurses and doctors there, Scarlett and Harry wouldn't be with us today.

As a way of saying thankyou and to help other babies and families born into a similar situation, I cycled from London to Paris at the end of July, a total of 289 miles in 4 days. I was joined by Dad, Mick and PJ at Ashford for the last 15 miles or so and just about made it up the hill to the top of the cliff to finish a gruelling day. Once in France, the weather picked up and I made good progress, despite it being a lot more up and down than I was expecting. We were very fortunate with the weather and managed to avoid any punctures or mechanical problems. I did get a bit lost on the way into Paris but turning right off the place de la concorde and seeing the arc de triomphe at the top of the champs elysees was a pretty good feeling!

We funded the trip ourselves to avoid paying costs to an organising company so all money raised goes to the neonatal unit. We camped en route and after two restless nights in the tent, Scarlett and Harry eventually got used to it!

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me. East Kent Hospitals Nhs Trust Charitable Fund, which is the umbrella charity, 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. By prior agreement with the charity the money raised is subsequently distributed to the neonatal unit, typically put towards the latest equipment or additional training for staff in the latest neonatal nursing methods. From experience we know that progress over just the last 10 years made a huge difference to Scarlett and Harry.

Thanks Mandy, Jim, Scarlett and Harry xxxx

Well done Jim, it is indeed a very special family who gives some thing back. xx Donation by Carole Johnson 21/08/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Well done, great effort for a great cause. Donation by Daniel Fitzpatrick 13/08/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Donation by David Pearson 06/08/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Well done Jim, hope you're not too sore and tired! Donation by Jayne Atkinson 04/08/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Hi James- I heard you made it, all in good time. Well done. Hope you and the babies are enjoying Paris- the chicest first trip abroad! See you soon Donation by Piya Shivdasani 01/08/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

James, sorry so late didn't realise you were doing this... Hope all has gone well and you're not too saddle sore ! Donation by Kathy Peatroy 31/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good on you Jim...it's my pleasure to sponsor you for this. Good luck to you. Donation by Scott Robson 29/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Jim - what a good and worthy cause|! x Donation by belinda endler 28/07/09  

£10.00

Good Luck Jim, hope all goes well for the ride. Sarah and Tony Banbury Donation by Sarah Banbury 28/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by David Selwood 27/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Tous les meilleurs et ne buvez pas l'eau! Stick to the plonk. Donation by Simon Ogilvie 27/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Nice one son! Donation by Ian Watson 27/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Jim thats a long time in the saddle Donation by nathan sutton 25/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Go for it Jim, I know you can do it! Donation by Ann Chant 24/07/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck mate! Donation by Steven Stopforth 24/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Gavin 24/07/09  

buena suerte, hombre. Buen viaje!! Donation by Ja 24/07/09  

£50.00

Great work Jim & Mandy - best of luck for the ride (& recovery afterwards!) Donation by Darren Arulvasagam 22/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Hi to the Flacks! Really great to see Scarlett and Harry doing so well. Happy Cycling! Donation by Sharifa&Mike Fitzgerald 21/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Best of luck Jim. We will be thinking of you and cheering you all the way, Cousin Liz & Family Donation by Elizabeth Thompson 19/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Jim,only sorry we cannot do the bike ride with you. Donation by Kath & Tony 15/07/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Wishing you all well on your adventure - Justine x Donation by Justine Moon 15/07/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck James. We wish you all the best. Donation by pat Menniss 15/07/09  

£30.00

Hi Jim,Mandy,Handsome Harry & Beautiful Scarlett. It take's a special couple to want to put something back! Well Done. Donation by Stephen,Fiona & Annabelle 14/07/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Very best of luck Jim! Donation by Rob & Kate 14/07/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all for the trip, it's a brilliant cause. Harry and Scarlett are gorgeous. Donation by Stacey Paxton-Rhodes 14/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 14/07/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

This is very close to my heart as i have lost 2 grandchildren this year born at 32 & 34 weeks; these units need more funding Donation by Miranda Russell 14/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

What a lovely idea, good luck . Donation by Michele Carver 14/07/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

All the best x Donation by Emma Elverson 14/07/09  

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