Last week I shared a blog post with you about how I’ve accepted a charity place for the London Marathon with WellChild, the national charity for sick children. My fundraising target is £1,600. This is a huge amount of money to raise, so I’ve decided to give myself the best chance, I’d start fundraising right…
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I’m running London Marathon 2019!
Read moreWhen 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…
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March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Read moreOvarian cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women. It mainly affects women who have been through the menopause, but it can sometimes affect younger women. The symptoms of ovarian cancer aren’t always easy to recognise. Symptoms include: feeling constantly bloated a swollen tummy discomfort in your tummy or pelvic area feeling full…
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I’m Part of Team Brecon Carreg #TeamBreconCarreg
Read moreWhen I started running, I had no idea how much of a positive effect it would have on my life. Not only have I lost weight, I’ve also had a complete lifestyle change. I eat better. I feel more energised, motivated and most importantly of all, I feel happier. Little did I know when I…
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R.E.D January Update #redjanuary
Read moreBack in December I wrote a blog post (find it here) explaining that I was taking part in R.E.D January. R.E.D (Run Every Day) January is all about raising money for Mind, the mental health charity. By taking part I’m hoping to raise awareness and open up the conversation about mental health. We’re now 17 days…
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I’m taking part in RED January for Mind Mental Health Charity
Read moreI hope everyone reading this post today, had a lovely Christmas and that you’re all looking forward to the new year. Here’s wishing a wonderfully happy new year! In the new year, January, to be specific, I will be taking part in RED January for Mind, the mental health charity. RED January stands for: Run…
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Join the NSPCC and take on Messathon: the messtastic obstacle course! (Discount code included)
Read moreI love a good run and it’s something I try to encourage my children to do too. They’ve already watched me run a few races and we’ve even been on a few runs together around our local area. They even took part in a family fun 1k run a short while ago. I think it’s…
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The impact of having premature twins and how pampers are helping #ad
Read moreI’ve always known that I wanted to be a mum. When I was little I used to collect baby dolls and pretend that they were real. I’d put nappies on them, dress them up for the day and then change them into their pyjamas at night time. Most of them would ‘sleep’ at the foot of…
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Declutter and Donate to Oxfam Today!
Read moreLike many households we seem to accumulate items over long periods of time. All too often these items aren’t used and simply sit on a shelf or in a cupboard or drawer collecting dust. We’re all guilty of doing this I’m sure, but it’s time to action and declutter! It’s the same for the clothes…