When I started running back in March 2017, I never imagined that one day I would run a half marathon, but that’s exactly what I’ve done! Last year I completed the Cardiff Half Marathon in 2 hours 29 minutes. This year, I’ll be running the Cardiff Half Marathon again with my step-daughter, and I’m really looking forward to it, although I have to admit that I’m hoping to run it even quicker this year!
Now, many people may know that a few weeks ago, thousands of people took to the streets of London to run the London Marathon. I was amazed and in awe of all of the runners.
In a spur of the moment decision, I decided to enter the ballot for the London Marathon. At the same time, I also applied for a charity place with WellChild, and the same day that I applied for this charity place, I received an email confirming that I’d been offered a place!
I was stunned, and genuinely shocked! I didn’t expect to hear back so soon, but I also felt very happy! I’ve always said that one day I would run a marathon, and there’s no bigger one in the UK than the London Marathon!
Naturally, I feel nervous, but I felt the same way before my first half marathon so I know that’s totally normal. What I also know is that I need to start training and focusing on my nutrition!
However, before I do any of that, I have a fundraising target of £1,600!
I’ve already raised £162.50, but I need your help to reach my target!
Those living locally will know that I have a few events planned, but for those who live further afield, and would still like to donate, you can find my Virgin Money Fundraising page online here.
I’ll also be doing a sweepstake to guess what time I’ll finish the London Marathon in. There will be a cash prize for this so keep your eyes peeled!
Now, as mentioned above, I’ll be running for the charity, WellChild. With over 100,000 children and young people living with serious illness or exceptional health needs across the UK, WellChild has a vision for these children and young people to have the best chance to thrive – at home, with their families.
They work hard to get children and young people out of hospital and home. Sadly, many spend months, even years in hospital because there is no support enabling them to leave. That’s why the work WellChild do is to important.
If you can donate anything, even just £1, we’ll be very grateful. Donate online here.
20 Comments
Chloe
May 18, 2018 at 6:56 am
Wow that’s amazing wishing you good luck with the training #thatfridaylinky
Rich Sayers
May 18, 2018 at 7:17 am
Good luck with this Emily! We’ll done on the money raised so far. I’m sure you’ll reach your target and more 😀 #thatfridaylinky
Tash
May 18, 2018 at 7:37 am
Wow you are one amazing woman. I take my hat off to you. I cant run for peanuts. With such a worthy charity I am sure you will hit your target in no time! #ThatFridayLinky
Veronica Lee
May 18, 2018 at 9:00 am
Good luck on hitting your target. You are amazing!
#thatfridaylinky
Jamie Beags
May 18, 2018 at 9:34 am
Waaaa! Good luck!
Daddy Poppins
May 18, 2018 at 10:28 am
Wow. Best of luck in your training. What a great thing to do. Especially as you only started in 2017
Jamie@DadDiscovers
May 18, 2018 at 11:19 am
Watching it on the telly and thinking you can do it is one thing, but it’s another to bite the bullet and actually apply to do it for real! Well done on going for it and good luck with all the training. #thatfridaylinky
David Pearson
May 18, 2018 at 11:23 am
Great stuff. A friend ran Lond this year for a charity after missing out in the ballot. She was daunted by the £2000 fund-raising target she had to reach. Rather than simply keep asking for sponsorship she branched out. She ran cakes stalls where people donated cakes to sell and organised a fantastic 80s disco selling tickets at £5 each. On top of the disco, there was a huge raffle, as she found businesses were happy to supply goods rather than money in sponsorship form. Don’t worry about that target, you’ll smash it the same way my friend did. In the end she raised more than double the target!
bryony shaw
May 18, 2018 at 12:52 pm
Good luck!
Tracy Albiero
May 18, 2018 at 1:21 pm
Good for you! I bet you are excited. It is really something to be proud of. Good luck! #thatfridaylinky
Laura – Autumn’s Mummy
May 18, 2018 at 1:44 pm
Wow, I’d never be brave enough to do that! Well done you and good luck in your training. #ThatFridayLinky
Michele Morin
May 18, 2018 at 2:15 pm
Awesome! My son and his wife run together, and last summer they trained and then ran a marathon. I am in awe, truly!
Jeremy@ThirstyDaddy
May 18, 2018 at 5:30 pm
fantastic Em. As somebody that has been following your running journey from the beginning, I have to say that you should be really proud #thatfridaylinky
This Scribbler Mum
May 18, 2018 at 8:57 pm
That’s amazing! Goodluck and may you reach your target! #ThatFridayLinky
Enda Sheppard
May 18, 2018 at 11:57 pm
Brilliant progress and that should really something running the London Marathon! And raising money. #ThatFridayLinky
Confessions of a New Mummy
May 19, 2018 at 10:27 pm
I’m in awe, that is such an achievement. Good luck with reaching your target!
Jo – Pickle & Poppet
May 20, 2018 at 10:16 pm
Wow. Your running journey has been so inspiring. Good luck in hitting your target, such an amazing charity! #ThatFridayLinky
The Out Of Depth Dad
May 23, 2018 at 1:44 pm
Well done on entering the marathon! Hope it goes well for you! Such a great thing to do! #ThatFridayLinky
Musings of a tired mummy…zzz…
May 25, 2018 at 8:58 pm
Fab for you! Good luck with your training and with the main event. Well done for supporting such an excellent charity #thatfridaylinky