London Marathon 2021
Created by Lydia
3rd October 2021
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Story
In 2015 I ran the Bath Half Marathon for Meningitis Now in loving memory of Edward Saunders. Ed played a huge role in my childhood, and we grew up together. The Saunders' are a second family to me, and because of this I saw Ed as my little brother. Ed still is, and will always be the closest I could possibly get to my very own little brother. He will always have a special place in my heart. I kickstarted my love for running again back in March 2020 during lockdown. That’s when I started to think about how wonderful it would be to remember Ed by running for a cause, and giving back during these tough times that we are all currently facing. It’s always been a dream of mine to run the London Marathon, and what better way to do it than to run for someone who I hold so dearly in my childhood memories! Ed has inspired me to get running for a cause once again, and I have no doubt that his cheeky smile and the lovely memories I have with him will spur me on to keep going on the day!Updates
London Marathon 2021 Completed - Every step was for you Ed ❤️
14th October 2021London Marathon 2021 🏃🏻♀️🏅
Completed it ✅
Still pinching myself that I ran 26.2 miles on Sunday 3rd October, but I’m feeling so grateful and happy to have achieved this little life goal of mine, and all for the fantastic charity Meningitis Now which is very close to my heart ❤️
I raised a total of £3,049.35 including Gift Aid 💰 I am totally over the moon that all of your donations have helped smash through Ed’s £30K fundraising target 🌟
Thank you from the bottom of my heart to every single one of you who donated, it really does mean the world to me to know that this money is going towards saving current and future generations from Meningitis 🧡
The atmosphere on Sunday 3rd October was electric and an unforgettable experience ✨
I feel privileged to have been able to run around the beautiful landmarks of London with so many unbelievable people who are running for their own reasons 🌟
The roar from the crowd could be heard for miles around, and the passion in their cheering was beyond emotional 🥺
Every single step I took was for you Ed, and I hope I made you proud bro ❤️ X
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