Hello everyone,

I have decided to run the Brighton Marathon and I am honoured to be a part of the Breast Cancer Care team (also Breast Cancer Now). This cause means so much to me and to my family and I would love it if you could spare some change so I can meet my fundraising goal. 

Those of you who know me well will understand quite how difficult this marathon will be for me, so I really think that I deserve lots of praise and lots of £££

I’m running this race in honour of my mum, Jackie Bettine. She was a kind, funny, caring, and warm person who almost always had a smile on her face and a hug ready for you. 

When I was 11 years old, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She fought it off and was a survivor for ten years. Every single chance she got, she would donate to Breast Cancer Care or Cancer research - the amount of key rings I have is ridiculous. She even took part in clinical trials to ensure that people were receiving the best treatment possible. 

In 2014, my mum was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer. Instead of letting it get her down, she literally carried on as normal. She was more concerned about how I would handle the news than anything and she hid her diagnosis from loved ones, to protect them from the pain. She passed away in August 2015 and she is so sorely missed, but even in the ICU, she was smiling and laughing with me and telling me stupid stories. 

I strive to be that strong (or stubborn?) and to emulate my mum and make her proud. I guess trying to complete a marathon is my way of doing that! So if you have any spare change, or want to donate a significant amount (pls) do it through my page!!! 

Love you all and stay fabulous xxxxxx