On my bucket list this year, I had thought about doing one activity a month to celebrate a birthday milestone. And for September, I have signed up to do the London to Brighton cycle event on Sunday September 14th. I also thought that if I signed up to raise some pennies for a specific charity, it would be an added bonus.

Some of you may have seen on TV the stories of sports people like Doddie Weir, Rob Burrows and Stephen Darby who have out of the blue being diagnosed with this disease. Kevin Sinfield and many others have done incredible challenges both to raise money but importantly raise awareness of this disease.

I know for many it has been a difficult few years with prices going up everywhere and there are many competing good causes out there which you may prefer to support.

The MND Association focus on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND. I am raising money for the Hertfordshire Branch specifically for those living with MND in this area. If you are able to, I would really appreciate any donations to my Just Giving page.

By sponsoring me your money will help people affected by Motor Neurone Disease. Once you donate, JustGiving will send your money directly to the MND Association. Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and secure, your details are safe - they'll never sell them or send unwanted emails. Thank you again