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On Christmas Eve my world fell apart when Dave, my fiancé and partner of 10 years was killed being hit by a lorry as he walked home. I was heartbroken and devastated. The shock and pain was unbelievable and unbearable. I was lost, scared and confused with no motivation or direction. Nothing mattered anymore. After weeks of not eating or sleeping properly I had never ever been so weak. He was 33 years old and he should not have been taken in such sudden, tragic and violent circumstances. 

Someone mentioned Lincoln 10k to me and I thought maybe that could be something to focus on and to aim for. I have done the Great North run twice and Dave used to come with me sometimes on his bike whilst I was training around the streets of Lincoln where we have lived together for the last 8 years. He came with me both times to Newcastle to support me doing the runs. I know he was proud and I thought maybe I could make him proud again doing this run. I know this isn't as far as a half marathon but it has been a far greater challenge for me in this situation. Finding the physical strength and psychological motivation has been incredibly tough. 

After the collision Dave had already 'gone' but the air ambulance may have been able to help him had it not been so bad. They can help save other lives in catastrophic accidents and they often attend riding events I compete at. We never know when we, or a loved one might need their services. Therefore out of the charities to choose from for the Lincoln 10k Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance was the one I felt most passionately about. 

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