All my friends know that I’ve never been into sport…! However, having visited this rural area of Kenya last year and seen the wonderful work of this small charity, I have decided to train for (what is for me!) a rather demanding challenge - taking on a Sprint Triathlon at the gym. This consists of a 750m swim, followed by a 20km cycle and 5km run. I hope to complete this in 2 hours. (An elite time is 1hr15)

Having had a successful cataract operation last year and having met a wonderful surgeon, Dr Korir, at the hospital in Kipkelion, it would be marvellous if I could raise money towards an operating microscope which would enable him to carry out sight-saving surgery in an area where there is great need. Every penny will go straight to this project.

I will never do anything like this again! And will be so grateful if you can make a donation. Thank you in anticipation.