Can you believe this? The Pap is back.

[Papillon17]

Well I didn't make the entry for the London Marathon for 2020 I tried via the ballot and too nervous to try via a charity with the amount required to be raised also I did not feel right trying to raise money for a charity that hand on heart I did not support. So I looked at the Hospice that I have a great affinity with as both my Mum (2019) and Dad (1993) passed in the Pilgrims Hospice at Thanet and they had spaces available in the London's Big Half Vitality Marathon on the 1st March 2020 so I applied and that's it I am in. I have double checked today and had it confirmed no ballots no nothing first come first served basis. So wow first half marathon booked. Yes I have got to raise a set amount but I believe its much more manageable than the London Marathon. So the training will be stepped up in time. The event is a week before the anniversary of the loss of my mum and my graduation from C25K.

Just wondering now am I mad? Not sure if the done thing justgiving.com/fundraising/...

[shelly1965 Graduate]

well done you...and No your not mad, what mad about doing something you enjoy and feel passionate about, In the words of Micheal Johnson...YOU CAN DO THIS

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to shelly1965]

Thanks Shelly1965 I bloody hope I can 😂

[Realfoodieclub Graduate]

I like the Big Half, I did it for their first year and I did the little big half last year (2.4 miles) Great sights to see and lots of spectators too. It is amazing finishing off running round the Cutty Sark. You will be more than ready and what a great cause, enjoy your training. Rfc x.

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Realfoodieclub]

Thanks Realfoodieclub

[Puppy-love Graduate]

How exciting! Well done and great to have such a personal connection with your charity. Mad? Perhaps a little but that makes life more fun.

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Puppy-love]

Thanks Puppy-love Wouldn’t of done it for many other charities.

[Papillon17 Graduate]

Well it’s real now just giving page is set up now to raise the money

[Grannyhugs Graduate]

This seems like a great race to enter and a very worthwhile cause and less pressure. Happy training.

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Grannyhugs]

Thanks Grannytobe

[Hidden]

Ah, it was meant to be this way 🙏🏻

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thanks cofiona it may well of been.

[Granspeed Graduate]

Not mad, for sure. Just dedicated! Sounds like a perfect event for you. Can’t think of any cause more motivating when you’re doing that training over the winter. 👏🏼🏃🏻‍♂️👍

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Granspeed]

Thanks Granspeed it will be an emotional rollercoaster but determination will ensure mum and the hospice are not let down

[Granspeed Graduate in reply to Papillon17]

We’ll cheer you on for the training, and I bet the event will be fab. Very exciting! 🎉

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Granspeed]

Thanks again

[Hidden]

Go for it 💪🏼 you can totally do it! I’ve signed up for a half next year too. Some charities provide training plans for people wanting to run a half marathon on their behalf. Coppafeel have a good one on their website.

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Well done to you. Thanks I believe I will be having one sent via the organiser with training plan attached.

[Buddy34 Graduate]

I don't think you're mad I think you're amazing and raising money for a place very close to your heart. Good luck 😊😊

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to Buddy34]

Thanks Buddy34

[tiggs1 Graduate]

What a really wonderful charity to raise money for, well done and good luck

[Papillon17 Graduate in reply to tiggs1]

Thanks tiggs1

[Papillon17 Graduate]

We are progressing towards my target required for the charity. Once that’s achieved it will be a weight of the mind although it’s nowhere near the amounts needed for the London Marathon.