I very much hope that you will support me in my efforts to raise £5,000 for Marie Curie Cancer Care in a riding expedition over 150 kilometres in Jordan in October/November. I am riding with Richard who as you may know, is not a natural horseman, and so as well as managing my own horse I will probably end up having to look after his as well! One way or other it will be a memorable experience but a tribute to the very special nurses at Marie Curie.

Earlier this year my father-in-law died, fortunately quite quickly, after a rapid decline from cancer. It was a stressful time for Richard’s family and much of the burden fell on Richard’s elderly mother and sister to manage the day to day tasks of looking after him. They just about coped; but we all realised how lucky we were to have been able to provide this care from within the family, compared to so many who are unable. 

Marie Curie is a remarkable organisation which can become the most important part of a family’s life almost overnight. Their highly trained nurses provide the practical and physical care that becomes so important at the end of a life and help the family cope with the growing reality of what is happening to a loved one.

I would be hugely grateful for any support you can give me.

Carol

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