I'm running the Amsterdam Marathon in memory of my friend Chris, in the city where we took part in the best New Year's Eve celebrations ever, and created so many awesome memories that I am grateful to have now.

I am raising money for St Christopher's Hospice after seeing first hand the amazing care and support they gave Chris and his amazing wife Sarah.

This is my second marathon after London in 2012, where Chris acted as my information HQ, updating my supporters on the course where I was and coming to join us afterwards for a celebratory burger. We didn't realise we would lose him so quickly 5 months later.

For New Zealanders wanting to support my efforts, I will also have a fundraising page for the Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter, the other cause close to my heart in memory of my mother:

http://www.givealittle.co.nz//cause/runsapphyrunamsterdam

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