As some of you may know me, my brother and sister lost our mum and dad in traumatic circumstances 15 years ago. Barnardo's were amazing with their support to the 3 of us and our superwomen granny.

Mum was an avid runner having done Belfast Marathon in just over 4 hours, some of my best memories include chasing after her with Jelly babies. I am absolutely delighted to be running in memory of her, even more so to be running with Leah (my sister).

I will have mum in my mind every step of training and the race. As I do every day. The overly competitive side of me still wants to beat her time ;). But in seriousness, getting into running has made me feel, in a way, closer to her which is amazing, I know doing my first marathon will only enhance this feeling.

Any support is greatly appreciated and will go towards amazing work done by Barnardo's :)