You may well ask yourself, 'What is she up to now?', but this time I am doing it for the kids.

No, not the offspring often to be seen grabbing me, rugby-tackle style around the legs, trying to persuade me that early on a Sunday morning Cbeebies under the blanket on the sofa is a more seductive proposition than the Regent's Canal towpath.

No, it's for the Evelina Children's Hospital Appeal, which has supported me in past endeavours, including the Skeletal Dysplasia Fellowship in Melbourne, Australia.

Now it's time to give something back and I need your help to support the charity dedicated to providing the best facilities for children at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, London.

Thank you. Melita

PS If you see Pete looking more weary than usual, give Sunday morning Dad of the Year a pat on the back! (Thanks, Pete! xx)