On 3rd April 2021, my beautiful Goddaughter Abigail Edie Leyland was born. She was first described to me by her Mam as, “settled and fighting strong.” 

On 9th April 2021, I was given the news that Abigail had Patau Syndrome, also known as Trisonomy 13 (https://www.soft.org.uk/about-trisomy). Our little fighter joined the angels on 19th April 2021.

Abigail was our little fighter throughout and every time I see a pink daisy, or hear her song, ‘Tale as Old as Time,’ I think of her. I am so proud to call her my Goddaughter and her parents, Chloe and Tom, have inspired me with their strength and resilience. 

To honour the month Abigail would be 1 years old, I am completing the Lake District 5 Peaks Challenge on Saturday 23rd April. I want to raise awareness of Patau Syndrome but also raise money for the incredible work SOFT UK do to support families impacted by this heartbreaking condition. 

I trek for Abigail. 

I trek for Abigail’s brother Thomas (my other beautiful Godchild).

I trek for Chloe and her incredible family. 

I trek for SOFT UK. 

With love. 

I am grateful for any donations given to support my fundraising. 

Thank you xxx