I'm holding a Band T-shirt Day for Teenage Cancer Trust!

On 11th August 2003 aged just 19, my niece Emma died following a long fight with Osteosarcoma - bone cancer. Despite her illness, she lived every day with courage, humour and determination. She was, and continues to be, a shining light to her family, friends and everyone who knew her, and remains in our thoughts and memories always. This fundraiser is being undertaken in her memory.

Every day, seven young people aged 13-24 hear the words you have cancer. They will each need specialised nursing care and support to get them through it. Teenage Cancer Trust are the only charity in the UK charity dedicated to meeting this vital need so no young person faces cancer alone.

Every £25 donation provides an hour to talk. A Youth Support Coordinator provides the extra help young people need with things like studies, relationships and mental wellbeing throughout cancer treatment. £25 could pay for an hour of their time, helping them be there when they're needed most.

So please join me on 11th August in memory of Emma by wearing your favourite band t-shirt! The only rules...no offensive slogans or pictures! Thanks for joining and helping to support this great cause.