Shameless push for sponsorship

I must apologise for the number of begging tweets and blogs I'm going to do - but anyone who knows me will know I'm not the sportiest looking person in the world, and after struggling round the London Marathon course back in 2002, vowed never to run again.

Well, I am. And I think I must be mad.

I have Susanne Dansey from Purple Cow Ideas Management to thank for this - but despite the pain I am putting myself through, it is going to be worth it.

I am doing it for a reason - I won't bang on about it here - but if you visit my Justgiving page you will see why. It is a very good cause and one that sadly will impact a lot of lives.

If anyone can spare any sum, however small - I will be eternally grateful and will thank you every step of the way on 11 March.

Some have donated already - and I send you a huge thank you for your generosity. It really means a lot.