Hi fellow Stampeders, I'm a new member and wanted to say hello and let you know how things are going. As you may have seen I now live in Germany but my family and 'home' remains in the UK. The reason I started running and have joined the clan is that approximately 2 years ago my mum was diagnosed as having Alzheimer's at the tender age of 62 years young. It proved a great shock to the family at first and we can honestly say the support from the Alzheimer's Society has been one of the key factors that has helped us all understand the condition and pull through the difficult times. My mum has sadly struggled over the months but puts on an amazingly brave front and has not let it get her down. In return I decided to do something that may help and as such decided to join the Stampeders and enter the Cardiff Marathon. This has resulted in a great change in lifestyle as before that my trainers had seen more time pushing the lawnmower than actually running. The running started on a cold January evening but I have now managed two half marathons including a run around the famous Nurburgring which is the old but very hilly German Formula 1 track. I've battled through the hot days, cold days, early morning runs and even had joggers nipple but in my heart I know it will all be worthwhile. The money is now slowly coming in which also helps spur me on some more and I can only say, once again a thank you to the Society and their help in getting me going along the collection path. They truly have helped a Brit abroad, now I hope to give something back. Will anyone else be at Cardiff ? Until next time, Quinny.
www.justgiving.com/sqalzheimers
www.justgiving.com/sqalzheimers