In one mad impulsive moment I put my name forward to join the Cancer Research UK charity Shine walk through London on 1st October. I have entered the half-marathon, so 13 miles of pavement plodding – but for a great cause, and I will be in great company too having joined forces with a team called Moonbeams. They include Abcodia’s CEO Julie Barnes and its Director of Science Wendy Alderton, who I work with as press consultant; hence the gentle arm twisting. In fact, I had sponsored both Julie and Wendy and later decided to join them as I was so impressed by their commitment for the cause.
They are both passionate about helping discover earlier molecular biomarkers for our common diseases cancers. Julie’s mother died young from colon cancer, while my father died of bladder cancer. It’s hard not to put your best foot forward and boost research funds, knowing that our efforts will hopefully contribute towards saving future lives, however small..
Of course, we would very much value your sponsorship, which can be made at this site; there is a team target of £2,000.
I would also appreciate any advice on long distance pavement walking. Are poles a good idea, for example? I don’t see anyone else using them in the picture, yet they were strongly advised by staff in Millets today.
Oh gosh I’d love to do that. Sadly a bit late to train but there’s always another time, I’ll just have to sponsor you, Ellee x
A great thing to do… and I am sure you will enjoy it.
As for walking poles , well I think they are best kept for the hills.
They are not a style statement – if you need them use them! Put the rubber ends though 🙂
Well done and good luck 🙂
Good for you, Ellee.
Well done and good luck!
Trust there’ll be a knees-up at the end.
A great cause, Ellee!
Thank you everyone, I am now training hard in the short time I have left. I am hoping that talking all the way round will help the time pass more quickly.
Any sponsorship for this great cause is, of course, much appreciated. Heartfelt thanks to those who have so kindly donated already.