As most of you are aware my dad has Alzheimer's disease after being diagnosed in January 2011 age 58. After raising money in October for the charity by doing the Memory Walk and Cardiff half marathon, I'm delighted to have been offered a place in the London Marathon 2017 to run for the Alzheimers Society so I am taking the fundraising to the next level, ticking something off my bucket list whilst raising as much money as I possibly can for this worthwhile charity that is very special to me and my family. 

So many people will ask about dad and I can honestly say it's probably one of the most difficult things to try and explain to somebody. It's difficult to explain and even more difficult to try and get others to get a true understanding of his condition and what he's like on a day to day basis. Nevertheless, it's almost 6 years since his diagnosis and he's still here with us and enjoying life even if he does require 24/7 care.

So many people are affected by this disease and I'm sure there are a lot of people out there with loved ones being diagnosed / battling or have passed away after losing their battle to dementia and Alzheimer's so this run isn't just for my dad but for everyone who has a loved one or who has lost a loved one to the disease! 

I am so excited yet very nervous for what will be my first full marathon on Sunday April 23rd so please donate, any amount, big or small. :)

Diolch & Big Love x 

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