A couple of years ago Joe (above) became critically ill when he was 15months old. Thanks to the brilliance of Paramedics, Ressus at the Royal Berks, PICU at The John Radcliffe and himself he is now fine.

During that time my wife and I stayed at the Ronald Mcdonald House in the hospital which was a great help and only down the corridor so it enableed us to get some rest but be near Joe as well during a really difficult time.

http://www.rmhc.org.uk/where/rmhc_houses/oxford

This summer im in the south of France near Mont Ventoux.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mont_Ventoux

As a keen road cycllist I have to take the chance to ride up one of the great climbs that has appeared in le Tour de France many times.( what's 21km up hill) So for added moivation i thought id try to raise some money for a charity that has helped me and my family.

If you could spare a few quid to help other families that would be great or if you are in Mcdonalds and have some change left from your meal the charity boxes on the counter are for the same charity.

Thanks (plan to do ride last week of August)