Sam Beare rely on donations to operate the amazing service they provided for the Maughan family during Mary's last few days. The staff showed incredible compassion, how they continue to display that level of care I simply can't imagine. I was inspired to try to help, what can I do I wondered? "Run the marathon" said the little devil on my shoulder, as there didn't appear to be a contrary voice from the other shoulder that was the decision.

So I ran it, for the first time in 2010 where my total lack of experience I think helped, absolutely no idea what the challenge would entail. Puppy like enthusiasm making up for my long distance ignorance. 2012 was to be part 2, however a bout of laryngitis picked up a couple of days before the big day stymied that plan.

So it's back on, again!! In an attempt to get more funds for Sam Beare the full 26.2 miles will be completed on 21 April. Training has been OK so far but yesterday was the longest run so far in training and it was 22 excruciating miles, at no stage comfortable or enjoyable, in fact downright painful at times - by far the worst run by far..

So..... for once..... it doesn't feel too cheeky to ask for a donation to help this great cause.   I would certainly have given generously to have not had to do that run so please view the donation as a nice way avoid the need of such ridiculousness whilst you put your feet up and scoff all those lovely Easter Eggs.

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity. So it’s the most efficient way to donate – saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.