If organized sports can give a frizzy-haired, chubby teenage girl some confidence and a sense of belonging and self worth, imagine what it can do for a child in a war torn country whose life has been devastated by loss and destruction.  Right to Play seems like a great cause.  They bring organized sport and play to children in war torn and poverty-stricken countries to improve health, promote peace and develop life skills.  As you know kids get so much more out of sport than just fitness-self confidence, a sense of belonging, team work skills, leadership skills and the list goes on.  I'm running this half-marathon AGAIN because this sport does give me a sense of accomplishment and hopefully all for a good cause.  There is no pressure to donate but I did want to spread the word about this worthwhile charity.  In this "Age of Austerity" as Steve likes to call it- I shouldn't even be asking you for a donation so rest assured no amount is too small- seriously- a fiver will do the trick.  Thanks so much for your support.  Mere

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