A successful launch - thankyou!

Training has taken a back seat over the last week as I've geared up for the launch of the fundrasising campaign!

Saturday was the big day, and the occasion was the Old Girls and Past Students Reunion of the Assumption schools and training college. I was there with a display and leaflets about the project, particularly focussing on the two charities of course. I also had the chance to introduce myself and to give a brief outline of what I'm doing.

It was really great to experience such interest and generosity - a huge "thankyou" to all who contributed with donations, advice, prayers, encouragement... I can only reiterate how uplifting it was to see people looking at the display, asking questions, and generally responding so positively. You will see from my "justgiving" sites that, simply in immediate contributions, donations to RTU were £82.77, and to WPF Therapy, £138.50. What a great start!

This busy opening day was followed yesterday by another opportunity to show my display, this time at the end of Mass in our chapel. So more "thanks" go to all those in the congregation who found the time to have a look before rushing home, and for all the pledges made. These should bring the totals to roughly £200 for each charity.

Now it's back to the grindstone. I've been out for a 35 minute run this morning. It's bizarre how warm it is for the middle of October. It's good training for April, which could quite easily be equally warm. On the other hand, there was snow for the Bungay Black Dog Marathon last year! I guess it's best to be prepared for all eventualities.