Over the course of Feb I’ll be running a marathon (26.2 miles) for a charity so close to mine & my family’s hearts. My Dad was diagnosed with Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Cancer (which has spread to his liver) - Christmas 2017 & he has shown a type of bravery during his fight that I didn’t even know could exist. Anyone who knows me is aware I am absolutely not a runner - so I wanted to challenge myself to raise money which can help support the incredible people like my Dad (& their families) who continue to show the most unbelievable bravery & indescribable strength whilst living with Neuroendocrine Cancer.

Over the last couple of years, Dad has undergone a range of treatment including 2 life-extending operations (which saw him have 3/4 of his liver removed, gall bladder removed, spleen removed, pancreas reduced), monthly treatment & 4 rounds of PRRT. Despite the trauma & challenges faced over the last few years he has, like always, held the sky up over the heads of me, my older sisters & my lovely Mum - even when, quite a few times it’s felt like it might come crashing down. Dad continues to be an endless source of positivity & is forever my favourite smile to see. It’s been really tough not being able to spend the last 12 months with him properly due to COVID-19 so I’m hoping that this challenge can give him a laugh at my expense...whilst also helping others just like him!

Thank you in advance for any donations, I’m so grateful for every single penny - each one counts!! 

Ps. Try not to laugh too much at the idea of me doing a running challenge.

Keep smiling!

Much love, Luce xxx

Our purpose is to support and inform patients and families from diagnosis, enabling access to the best care and treatment, whilst stimulating Neuroendocrine Cancer research, increasing national awareness and influencing improvements in outcomes.