<p>If it weren't for the skill and dedication of the staff at King's, my 4-year old daughter, Tara Huckle, would not be alive today. A scan on the 6th of August 2009 showed that she was suffering from a tennis ball sized tumour that was preventing her draining brain fluid properly and putting her in grave danger. As a result, she was rushed to King's needing a 12 hour operation to save her life.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Unfortunately, just before Christmas 2011 the tumour started to grow again and Tara needed a second operation. The good news is that the surgery went really well again and Tara is back to her usual stubborn self.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>So I have reasons to treasure the skill and dedication of the staff at King's. And my way of saying, "thank-you!" is to raise money for the hospital. In 2010 I raised over &pound;3000 by completing one of the iconic cycle challenges in the UK - Lands End to John O'Groats. This time I am aiming to complete an even greater feat by cycling from London to Nice</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>, passing through The Alps en-route. Oh gawd....<br></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>All the money raised here will be going directly to King's. I am also doing a series of events in order to raise money to cover the trip costs. On Saturday 3rd March I will be spending most of the day on a stationary bike on George Street, Hove. If you'd like to contribute there, then please come down (I will be glad of the support). Otherwise, you can email me on dad@tarastale.org.</p> <p><br>Donating through&nbsp;<strong>JustGiving</strong>&nbsp;is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with&nbsp;<strong>JustGiving</strong>&ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>