A little bit about why I've decided to sign up for this marathon.

Firstly, thank you for taking the time and being generous enough to donate some funds—no matter how big or small the donation, every penny counts!!

So as many of you may already know, and for those that don’t and have managed to miss all my boring Strava maps, I’ve been training for the Edinburgh Marathon which takes place on the 24th May!

The reason I will be taking on this challenge is to raise some money and awareness for a horrendous illness, Alzheimer’s, which unfortunately is so close to home with my mum being diagnosed with the condition a few years back. An amazing, caring woman—so undeserving of such a cruel illness—an illness she knows only too well after working as a carer for patients with Alzheimer’s for a number of years.

Alzheimer’s is a truly heartbreaking illness which not only affects the person suffering from the condition, but also the friends and family closest to them. Some people living with this illness may not have such a devoted husband or close family to support them, which is why charities like Alzheimer Scotland are so important.

Alzheimer Scotland provides vital support services, advice, and community programmes for people living with dementia and their families. They work tirelessly to ensure no one faces dementia alone, offering everything from local support groups to helplines and practical care. They also invest in research and campaign to improve understanding and care for those affected.

Training for a marathon is no small task. It’s taken months of early mornings, long runs in all weather, sore legs, and pushing through when I really didn’t feel like it... oh and a whole lot of not drinking which you will all know I do enjoy 😅

So if you can, please help me raise some money for a charity that truly makes a difference and relies on the generosity of people like you...

All support is massively appreciated… go on, dig deep 😁