Well on Sunday I completed my second Race for Life event in Herne Bay in Kent. It was a lovely sunny day although very hot and I arrived with my Mum, two sisters and 5 year old niece all raring to go. There were over 2,500 women taking place and the atmosphere before we started was just amazing.
Now before the event it is very humbling especially reading the notes on people’s back, who they are running for. Last year I was in a very fortunate position to not really know anyone who had been affected by cancer so I just ran for everyone who had been touched by it. However this year was a very different matter, a friend of mine lost her 14 year old daughter earlier this year after a 7 year battle, she was very brave and fought very courageously during her illness and was always happy and upbeat. Also a friend of the family passed away from Cancer at the end of last year.
As well as reading about all of the people who unfortunately did not survive this disease, there are lots that have and it was great to read message like “for my Mum who won the battle” or “Me, I am a survivor” it certainly brings tears to your eyes and makes you feel grateful for every day.
Now for my friends who know me really well will know that I hardly ever exercise and even my husband was shocked when this year I decided to go into the joggers section, this was mainly because last year it took forever to get across the start line from the walkers section.
Now I didn’t jog it all but probably managed about a third of it with breaks of power walking in between and I am pleased to say that I managed the 5k course in 44 minutes which is 10 minutes better than last year.
To date I have raised £65 for this fantastic cause and it is still not too late – if you would like to help raise money for a good cause please go to http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/charlotteburford
Crossing the Finish Line
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You were amazing on Sunday and we were all so proud of you. 44 mins was a fab time, absolutely cracking Charlotte! x
Well done Charlotte. I think anyone who raises money for charity and this terrible disease in particular deserves a huge thank you and appreciation for all the effort and time taken.
Well done Char
Means a lot to us that people take on her fighting spirit and get their own encouragement from Carrie. Thank you and we are all very proud of you 