Final Update of 52k for MIND We've done it!Our wonderful team of 11 have completed the lock down 52k for MIND. Through pouring rain and boiling hot sun, 11 people have cycled, ran and walked their way to 52k.In 31 days we have completed a whopping 572km!!!I am so proud and thankful to theses incredible... Continue Reading →
Week 3 Update of 52k for MIND I am super excited to announce that today we have a Guest Blog from my sister Abigail! We are a bit late on the update this week. Full disclosure, I've had a particularly stressful week and my anxiety reared it's head. After many panic attacks I realized I... Continue Reading →
Week 1 Update of 52k for MIND We have completed Week 1 of the 52k for MIND fundraiser and it was a good'un! So today I am going to give an update of where we are, how the week has gone but first, some "food for thought"! "Start by doing what's necessary, then do what... Continue Reading →
I am writing this having completed Day 1 of the Lockdown 52k. "Sophie", I hear you say, "what on EARTH is a Lockdown 52k?!" Well thank-you for asking.... And so here begins 32 days of kilometres galore! Each member of the Team are completing the 52k in a way that works for them; Some are... Continue Reading →
Original Post: 16/12/2016 Lets not beat about the bush. Christmas isn’t just about family time and buying presents for the people you love. Its also a stark reminder of loved ones you AREN'T buying presents for. I lost my Dad October 2014 after a tough battle with mental illness which ultimately ended his life. And... Continue Reading →
Original Post: 13/10/2015 Its 2014, a mundane Monday, the 13th day of the 10th month, and the day I survived the end of the world. The end of MY world. The end of MY world as I knew and hoped it would be. A year ago today, my dad died. My hero, my comedian, my world.... Continue Reading →
Original Post: 09/03/2015 I felt very strongly about speaking at Dad's funeral. I wanted to share my love and gratitude for having known him, but also confront depression head on. As a family we decided that it was important that his illness was not ignored in the service, like we were ashamed or hiding it. My sister... Continue Reading →
