Although this year has been hard for us all, There have been lots of inspiring stories that will remind us that there can always be a positive even in difficult times and by doing this huge challenge I hope that I will be one of those. 

Most owners would say that a guide dog gives you back your confidence, they give you strength and empower you to live life to the full. I do think that for others a Guide Dog is literally life saving. As a guide dog owner, I want to give something back for all that they have done for me.

I have taken on this huge challenge in order to hopefully raise as much money as possible to help ensure that their amazing work continues.

None of this would be possible without my running buddy and guide Dave, he is my 2 legged version of a guide dog, giving me the confidence, support and help to be able to train and complete this challenge. We are training hard and whatever happens I am determined to go the distance and complete the race.

☆☆ Update to my story ☆☆

I have just been informed of some fantastic news that will help boost the funds raised for guidedogs for the blind.

Each year Dave, Drena and Pat raise money for a chosen charity after they sadly lost their close friend Keith Jenkins. As a memorial to Keith they organise a golf day and other fundraising activities. They donate raised funds to a specific charity close to their hearts, this year they have chosen guidedogs for the blind.  Over the previous 10 year period they have raised in excess of £75K, starting at 1K in the first year rising to 22K in 2019. This has been mostly generated by people who use the greatfield pub. I am so overwhelmed that they have chosen this amazing charity that is so close to my heart. Thank you all. The money raised from the golf day, and marathon run will be combined as a joint fundraiser.  

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