As many of you will know, for the last four years, Louise has worked for the Andrew Simpson Centre in Reading. They asked Louise if she would like to run the Brighton marathon for the Andrew Simpson Foundation, and Louise being Louise, of course said yes as she was unsure when her operation would happen. She would have loved to take on the challenge, but it has come too soon after her operation for her to realistically complete it without affecting her recovery, so they asked if I would like to step in and take on Brighton marathon instead.

I know some of you have had a great time at the Reading centre with Louise and the rest of the team there. And I'm sure you all know how much Louise loves her job, so if you can spare any pennies I know they would be delighted, and you will also be bringing smiles to many kids faces.

Here is a little bit about the foundation.

The ASF supports people from all walks of life, with a particular focus on children and young people from the below groups:

- Lower socio-economic backgrounds

- Certain ethnic groups – Asian, Black and Minority Backgrounds

- Those from certain faith groups Women

- Young people living with a learning and/pr physical disability.

See this story about Billie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7gFDuSs2mc&list=PLBaAWkejvTYwqFVpbxTvy36U0prCiuw1_

By donating the Andrew Simpson Foundation, you will be helping to change lives through sailing and watersports.