As some of you may know, I lost my dad very unexpectedly on 27th January 2023, 10 days after he was diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer called Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. My dad was a wonderful, kind, funny and loving person who had so much life ahead of him. I was so lucky to have a best friend in him and we had such an amazing, close relationship. Losing my dad at 22 has taught me life's most cruel and painful lessons. It’s impossibly hard to come to terms with him not being in my future. It’s also ignited a fire in me to make my life purposeful and enjoyable as I know that’s what he would want for me. 

Anyone who knows me knows I am NOT a runner, nor am I athletically gifted or coordinated in the slightest 😂 before this year, I’d started and failed to complete couch to 5k about 10 times… but my dad loved to run and I want to carry on this legacy for him. In true ‘Meg style’ I’ve gone big and signed myself up for the London marathon, because there’s nothing like a bit of delusional optimism. Running is giving me purpose and structure which is so important in these difficult times. I’m starting from the very beginning of a marathon training plan which is testing me mentally and physically, all in aid of Blood Cancer UK. This amazing charity provides support to those undergoing treatment, as well as campaigning to raise the profile of blood cancer. I’d love to raise as much money as possible for this fantastic cause that is very close to my heart. 

Dad, I love you and I miss you. Everything I do is for you. I’ll carry you with me to the finish line, and I promise to make you proud 💜 (I also know you’d think I was crazy for doing this!!)

Thank you everyone 🫶🏼