Some of you may recall that I completed a Dementia Challenge in 2015, the challenge included running 20 miles and cycling 50 miles whilst visiting all four of our homes.

The challenge generated a lot of interest in the the local papers and in the homes.  The end result was that all our residents benefited from the money raised.

Last May I applied for the 2017 London Marathon, in October I found that I was lucky enough to have secured a place.  I discussed the possibility of the Company providing some sponsorship as they had done previously.  I am pleased to say that the Directors have kindly approved the allocation of £1,100 which will be divided between the four homes.

Whilst my challenge is fairly straight forward, I have challenged the homes to raise as much money as possible in order to benefit our residents with the added pressure that the Marathon takes place in less than seven weeks (Sunday 23 April)

I started my training journey last year and continued with a 14 mile run yesterday.

The photo suggests a damp day.  What it does not capture was the soaking I received at the beginning and end of the run.

I look forward to the next 47 days, not that I am counting.