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For those who don't know, in May 2015 I lost one of my best friends, Martin McIntosh, following his short battle with a rare and aggressive cancer.
Mac (as I knew him) was my age. We were flatmates at Stirling Uni: where he introduced me to rugby. A keen player himself, he lived and breathed the game until the end.
In honour of Mac, and for his incredible wife, two young children and family, I'm setting myself a challenge in 2016: to raise £5,000 for the Wheatfields Hospice (the hospice that helped Mac), Strathcarron Hospice (my local hospice), and an education trust fund for Mac's children.
My challenge is to run/walk 500 miles in 2016. That's almost a marathon every fortnight - which is pretty daunting, given I hate running and have committed to zero preparation. All activity has to be targeted (so commuting to work or my daily hoovering routine doesn't count).
I'd be grateful if you can support me in any of the following ways:
1. BOOST ME - like and share this page and send me some motivation throughout the year!
2. SPONSOR ME - please donate. Any amount is welcome and will help me reach my £5,000 target.
3. JOIN ME - you, your family or your team can buy miles off me to run or walk yourself in 2016. In order for me to reach my goal, each mile can be 'bought' for £10, and the beauty is you can then choose to fundraise with me to meet your costs. You may also select how you want the money you raise to be allocated.
If you feel up to it, there's always the challenge of achieving your own 500 miles! Please do send me an email or message if you want to join in the crazy fun.
Thanks for your time and support. I'll be in touch to let you know how I'm getting on.
Best wishes in 2016,
Tom
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