Less than a squirrel's lifetime ago, I could barely move. Today, I'm lucky, and I can go for long walks. The NHS provides powerful medicine, and I work hard to keep myself mobile.

I want to repay. The Kiltwalk seems ideal, and the money I hope to raise will support Edinburgh's own Dog & Cat Home down by Portobello. We'll talk past in on our Mighty Stride of 21 miles.

The Kiltwalk is a low-cost, cultural and eco-friendly charity event. It's one I can get behind. If you can too, and if you can spare a quid or three, I know the local doggos and cat-faces will appreciate it!