So in a moment of family competitiveness, somehow, seven of us Essexes have ended up applying and (presumably) running the London Marathon this year. Whizz Kidz have taken us on - so we'll be raising a small fortune for them over the coming months. That means we need your help. Please donate - It is a great charity (see link). Obviously, we'll be doing the race in fancy dress too, suggestions welcome! But before you do that, get the credit card out, allay some guilt, and donate - and come and support us on the day too!

Thank you from all the Essexes!!!!

And here's the Just Giving details:

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.