Raised: 139%
Target: £8,000.00
Raised so far: £11,108.83
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My story

 

WE (and I do mean We) DID IT!

Thank you to everyone for your support. The best news is that 650 runners  raised over $1.5 million for Tadworth -- and, thanks to all of you, I was the top fundraiser. So far, we've raised over £11,000, including company matches (don't forget to put in for yours).  And IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO DONATE IF YOU DIDN'T GET A CHANCE!

My time was about 4:42 (10:47 pace) that was exactly 6 minutes slower than the overall winner. Oh yeah, that's per mile! It was (much) slower than I expected -- and much slower than my long training runs (9:25 for the two 20 milers I did and sub 9s for 15 and 17). I could blame jet lag, a too-aggressive taper the last two weeks or the heat, but I'll have to settle for my starting position at the back of the pack. With over 35,000 people running (and walking), it was difficult to run my faster than I did.

But, I didn't stress and instead tried to enjoy it. I got to run with several of the more than 650 people who were running for Tadworth. I also ran at points with Spiderman, Wonderwoman, a tree, a fish, a chicken, a rhino, an alien, a 73-year old woman running her 41st marathon, a couple that got married at mile 20 (wearing a tux and gown while running), two "ladies" from Baywatch and a guy in a g-string.  I also got to stop and see the kids and Tina twice, which was awesome.

At about 24 miles, I gave it a good go and really enjoyed the crowd yelling my name, since I was the only one at that point who was aggressively passing people. It was a great crowd -- and it was a lot of fun! I bounced back fast -- not too sore. We even did some site seeing the next day.

I entered the lottery for next year, but we'll see . . .

Great job, gorgeous little boy! Donation by Kim & Paul De Boer 15/05/09  

You did a great job ! Donation by Sharon Bartley and Craig Stewart 01/05/09  

to miracle Tommy and 'running man' Tom - congrats to you both!! Donation by Clare Haynes 30/04/09  

Here's to another Miracle!!! Donation by Uncle John, Aunt JJ, Lizzy, Christina 24/04/09  

Good Luck Donation by Pat Rotello 24/04/09  

we will be willing you on! lots of luck for sunday - will be looking out for you. Donation by brigit simler 24/04/09  

Good luck Tommy's Team. I will look out for you on Sunday. Donation by David Mackenzie 23/04/09  

It was wonderful to see you and Tommy today . He is a little miracle. Good Luck. Donation by Dilly Murphy 23/04/09  

Donation by anonymous 22/04/09  

Good Luck Tom! From Tommy's Speech Therapist Donation by Julie Hersh 21/04/09  

Have a great run!!! Donation by Shimon Senderowitz 20/04/09  

Have a great run Tom! Donation by Michele Prenoveau 20/04/09  

Blessings and have a great run! Donation by Steve and Angie Brown 20/04/09  

Tom and Tommy we love you! Donation by Aunt Theresa and Uncle Tom Mosey 17/04/09  

Tom - have a great run! I will be doing a half-marathon the same day and will be thinking of you! Donation by Elizabeth Githens 16/04/09  

All the best to you Donation by Rich Stingi 15/04/09  

Best of luck Tom! Donation by Andrew McEachern 14/04/09  

Another Buffalo clan sends you guys the "LOVE" afterwards we will send you the "Ben Gay" but for now...nothing but LOVE... Donation by Brian Cheryl Genevieve & Kristin 09/04/09  

Try to enjoy the run and best wishes to you and your family. Donation by Linda Fox 08/04/09  

go team tom and tommy!! Donation by Lavanya 08/04/09  

Good luck!!! Donation by Courtney Parkinson 07/04/09  

Good luck!! Proud of you. Donation by Loren Ruch 07/04/09  

Best of luck! Donation by Amy, Tim, Emily, Jane & Claire Caffrey 07/04/09  

Best of luck Donation by Erica, Michael, Marielle and Payton Cibella 07/04/09  

Good luck and remember, "Pain is temporary, pride is forever." Donation by Jason 07/04/09  

Good Luck. Looking forward to your visit at the Portland Hospital. x Donation by Emma Lear 07/04/09  

Good Luck. Donation by Chris, Joy and Emme Bartlett 07/04/09  

Viel Erfolg in London and all the best from your Wimbledon friends in Norway Donation by Iris, Leon, Christin, Martin 05/04/09  

good luck Donation by Ed & Judy 03/04/09  

Good wishes from VT Donation by Viiu&Chet Cole 03/04/09  

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* Total raised online: £10,108.83
  Offline donations: £1,000.00
  Gift Aid plus supplement: £228.46

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