So as I lost my mind again and didn't think I would get a place in the GNR ballot but did......then it was cancelled a lot of charities were banking on this.money as vital funds are needed.......so habe decided to take part in a virtual half.marathon instead......I've.done very little training so just getting round 13.1 miles will be challenging enough for me and its the taking part that is rewarding.

Nearly 5,000 people will be sleeping rough on Christmas Day. Were here to reignite a hope and a future for everyone facing homelessness this Christmas. People like Lydia.Two years ago, just before Christmas, Lydia and her family went on a short holiday. Returning to their flat several days later, Lydias partner and eldest child went to collect their luggage. Tragically, they were involved in a car accident, and both lost their lives. Two days later Lydias Nan, who had raised her, died of heart failure. From being in a happy and secure place, Lydia's world was thrown into chaos. This is her story, in her own words.It was coming up to Christmas time and my whole world was turned upside down. I didnt know what to do. It was confusing; I had funerals, I had everything. I just couldnt cope with it.Concerned that Lydia wasnt coping with the situation, her family called Social Services, and Lydias youngest child was taken into care. Struggling to cope with losing contact with