In August last year, David succombed to a rare and incredibly nasty disease called PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy).

It was a horrible condition to watch take him over a period of years, and I had to watch whilst a really active man was reduced to a shell, who could not speak, barely move, could not stand, eat or do anything.  

I believe this is an illness which is much nastier to suffer than most, and having seen David go through it from start to finish, I would not wish it on my worst enemy.  It attacks both the sufferer, but also the carer both physically and emotionally.

So, I am trying to raise a little bit of awareness, and some funds for the PSP Association, who do work into helping those with the condition and also research into the illness.  I already have a place in the Great North Run, so I am dedicating my place to try and help just a little bit.

Notes on PSPA:

PSP Association (PSPA) is a national charity providing support and information to people living with PSP and CBD, while funding research into treatments and ultimately a cure. We aim to improve the lives of everyone affected by PSP and CBD. But, we rely entirely on voluntary donations, that's why we need your support.