How would you tell your son or daughter that mummy only had 3 months to live?
Event: Virgin London Marathon 2012 on 22/04/2012
£1,800.00 raised of £1,800.00 target
79 donations
My Target:
£1,800.00
£1,800.00 raised so far
How to make a donation
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My story
*** UPDATE ***
I managed to finish the race in a time of 4hrs 32 minutes. It was an amazing experience - very tough but completely elated when I crossed the line. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported and sponsored me along the way, including many people who I've never met or haven't seen for a long time. It's been emotional.
Rewind to January 2008 and that was the question that my wife Lisa and I were confronted with.
A matter of days earlier, we had made the agonising decision for Lisa not to undergo any further intensive treatment for her Leukaemia. Instead, she decided to go home and spend quality time with her family and friends who meant so much to her. In the words of her consultant though, she was “looking at months not years”.
We realised that once we had opted to go down this route, we needed to tell our eldest daughter, Ella. Not sure about the best way to do it, we were put in touch with Winston's Wish, a charity who specialise in offering support for bereaved children and their families.
Telling Ella, was I think, just about the hardest part of our journey and always brings a tear to my eye whenever I recall that moment. But in drawing upon the advice of Winston’s Wish, at least we knew we were saying the right things. And to see how our daughters are flourishing 4 years later is in part, testament to that advice.
Lisa died in April 2008 at the age of 34. She had initially made a good response to her treatment and told me that she would run a marathon when fully recovered! Of course at that stage I would have gladly settled for her just to get better.
But the thought of running those 26.2 miles stuck with me, so this is my chance to honour Lisa’s desire to complete the challenge and a chance also to give something back to Winston’s Wish.
And coming as the London Marathon does on April 22nd 2012, it will be 4 years to the day since Lisa's funeral. That day was one of celebration of someone who gave so much joy to so many - I know it will give me a big boost come the day.
Well, thank you very much for visiting my fundraising page – if you are able to make a donation, that would be amazing. In doing so, you will have the knowledge that you are helping families like ours cope with such a heartbreaking situation.
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So please dig deep and donate now.
Thanks again,
Simon
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My charity
Winston's Wish
Charity Registration No. 1061359
Winston's Wish supports children following the expected or sudden death of their mother, father, brother or sister. Recognised as a leading authority on the provision of child bereavement services across the UK, it is also the largest provider of bereavement services for children in Europe.
Donations 79
Good luck Si.
Donation by Chris, Mhairi and Abigail on 21/04/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Wishing you lots of luck on Sunday. We'll be looking out for you on the telly box!
Donation by Cat, Matt and Grace x. on 20/04/12
Good luck Simon, its for a great cause & a lovely lady!
Donation by Sue & Robert Sims on 20/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Good luck for this year's challenge of choice! Lisa will be so very proud of her Mr Slipper
Donation by Mark Hollis on 20/04/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
We are all on your side (even the weather)! When you hit "the wall" just think of the pint at the end. Love from a very proud Mum and Dad. XX
Donation by Linda Wilson on 20/04/12
Go Wilson! xx
Donation by The Woods on 20/04/12
£20.00
Good Luck Si! When in pain, remember that the voice inside you that says you can't do it is a lying slut! ;o) xx
Donation by Libby Reed on 20/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Simon, Lisa would be so proud, as are we, fantastic effort - enjoy the day, Ingrid Liam Ruby mabel
Donation by Ingrid Reeves on 19/04/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
Good Luck Simon!!
Donation by Melissa Hobbs on 19/04/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
Good Luck for Sunday. xxxxx
Donation by Helen Jones on 19/04/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Good luck!
Donation by Stacey Foster on 19/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good luck Simon. A very worthy cause in honour of a wonderful lady. xxx
Donation by Narina, Robert and Luke Wilson on 18/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
4 years on and she's just as much in our hearts. In your words, here's hoping you finish before the roads reopen! xx
Donation by Michelle Sims on 18/04/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Best of luck Mr Wilson! Love to you all xxxx
Donation by The Andrews xxxxxxx on 17/04/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
Good luck Simon. You can do it!
Donation by Judd, Rosie & Katie on 15/04/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck Si - will be looking out for you on the telly!!
Donation by Hayley, Mick and Girls xx on 13/04/12
£15.00
+ £3.75 Gift Aid
you will need a good rest in Cley after!- well done for your cause.
Donation by ALISON TART on 11/04/12
£25.00
+ £6.25 Gift Aid
Hi Simon, my friend Raj told me about your cause. I was very moved to read your story. Hope you exceed your target. All the best Monica
Donation by Anonymous on 04/03/12
Lisa was born 38 years ago today. A beautiful daughter who leaves a huge hole in our hearts. Love Mum and Dad xxxx
Donation by judith mumby on 28/02/12
Donation by Alison Hutchison on 27/02/12
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Hi Simon, a friend of mine Raj told me of what your doing, great cause and reason, hope you blow your target. All the best!
Donation by Anup on 27/02/12
£5.00
+ £1.25 Gift Aid
Good luck (although I'm sure you won't need it) x x I'm sure a very special lady with be giving you all the drive you need x x x Lots of love
Donation by Chris & Kerry x x x on 26/02/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Good Luck Simon xxx
Donation by Raj Sangha on 26/02/12
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Happy birthday Simon. Just to say we are very proud of our favourite son-in-law!! You are doing a fantastic job with the girls. We love you all lots.
Donation by Richard & Judith mumby on 24/02/12
Good luck Simon x
Donation by Nana Olive on 24/02/12
£20.00
Donation summary
- * Online donations£1,780.00
- Offline donations£0.00
- Text donations£20.00
- Total raised£1,800.00
- Gift Aid£410.00
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