I'm running to save lives in London
Hi Guys,
So I'm just over a year into my role at London's Air Ambulance Charity, and I've been able to see just how much care and passion goes on behind the scenes, to keep this vital service cutting edge for the lives of Londoners every day. (N.b I also got to see Prince William, Tom Cruise and dance to Sister Sledge at our fancy gala - all in a days work eh?). This was to help generate the necessary funds to replace our ageing helicopters this summer, as part of our £15m 'Up Against Time Appeal', and has inspired me to play my part and set myself a personal challenge. Please let me explain...
Those of you who really know me, will testify that I am neither A) a natural runner, or B) particularly fit. In truth, I'm now closer to my 50's than my 40's, perimenopausal, with a sweet tooth and increasing waistline. So, this next bit isn't going to be easy. I have signed myself up for the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday 7th April, and will be running in support of this amazing charity for two reasons:
On a personal level, I want to be in a better state mentally and physically, and be a better role model for my children Freya (14) and Toby (12). My Mum was just 49 when she sadly passed away, I'm on the cusp of her age now, so striving to be healthier now has never felt more important to me.
On a work level, London’s Air Ambulance Charity is the charity that delivers an advanced trauma team to London’s most seriously injured patients. Many do not know that we are a charity, and that 96% of our funding comes from people like you and me, doing crazy things like this (as well as taking part in our lottery, making a regular gift, corporate fundraising and leaving a gift in their Will etc).
Why am I reaching out to you today? My fundraising target is £350 and I'd be grateful if you could sponsor me, as much or a little as you can afford. Every donation received will bring us closer to our £15m target. In return, for every donation received, I would like you to make a song dedication for me as part of your fundraising message, for me to add to my running Spotify list. I'm a 90's dance music girl at heart, with my favourite all time song/band being 'Smack My B*tch Up' by The Prodigy. This on repeat is currently getting me through, but it's lonely.
Will you make a donation today, and add to my playlist? All dance anthems will be appreciated, please be kind...Thank you.
PS. I also love Craig David and Michael Bolton (without the mullet obvs!)
Thank you to my Sponsors

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Claire Lake

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Bob Forsyth
Congratulations Jamie

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Anne Weatherill
Well done Jamie!

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Rosalind Bath
Best of luck.

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Helen Penny
Good luck Jamie! Xx

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Kelly & Jim Meakins
Good luck today! You’ve got this!!

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Kelly
Best of luck Jimbo! Proud of you xx

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Lisa Butwell
Good luck Jamie, hope the run goes well!

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Connie, Dan, Zach & Livvy Xxx
Good luck today Auntie Jamie, we love you lots xxx

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Matthew Dickinson
Go Jamie!

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Jay, Tracy, May & Riley
Wishing you the best of luck for today. Have a good run 🏃♀️ xx

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Mark Bracken
Good luck for tomorrow

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Shona Burlace
🍀Good luck Jamie!🍀 Play my song when you are close to the finish line! Elton John - I'm still standing! 💪🏃♀️

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Simona Levorato
Congratulation in taking part and the best of luck. You will make it and will eb so very proud of yourself.

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Toby Hooper
Good luck mum my songs are, hide and seek, lose yourself and Tiago silva

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Becky Harding
Good Luck !

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Joanne Dickinson-moss
Well done Jimbo, keep going on your training we will be supporting you as always on your journey. Have a girls alound sound of the underground or start the dance sing song on meX

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Kerri Mansfield
You’re gonna smash this Jamie!! Best of luck and we will all be routing for you!! Song choice Calm down - Rema

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Kirsty Gummer
Yes Jamie! Go go go! Kirsty x

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Sobia Ahmed
God luck Jamie! You are so amazing you’re gonna breeze through this! Let’s have cake to celebrate xx

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Dominique Lawrie
Love Dom, Johnnie and Noah. One love prodigy, lizard mauro picotto and lethal industry for you playlist. We are all proud of you and your hard work. Go smash it Hoop!xxx

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Lipa Paul
Good Luck, Jamie! You will be amazing, we're all cheering for you! Sia - Unstoppable.

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Jane Whitebury
Good luck, Jamie!!! You'll smash it!

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Theresa Mccarthy
Good luck Jamie! It's a brilliant cause and you'll smash it! With love, Theresa, Steve, Jack and Francesca McCarthy

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Victoria Dalton
Good luck Jamie! Love VD, HD and TD. x

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Lucy Nevill
You’re going to do amazing Jamie! Our song choice is Rover ff DTG - s1mba xx

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Simona Vasiljeva
Go Jamie!!!! You will crush it! My choice of the song is Eye of the Tiger- Survivor Xxx

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Andrew Cork
Hi Jamie good luck on your half marathon, BABY SHARK is the song I’m nominating 👍🤣

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Dynamic Counselling
Good luck Jamie...enjoy!!

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Najat Johnson
Amazing lady and super worth cause. When times get tough along the route, think of all the inappropriate comments I make, which will hopefully put a smile on your face and spur you on with a giggle and a wiggle Xx

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Louis Sherman
Hi Jamie, I wish you all the luck with the London Landmarks run! I hope this song keeps you going and gives you the energy boost you may need after a few miles! Boss B*tch - Doja Cat

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Emie Alizalwa
Good Luck Jamie! Wishing you all the best! I've picked a song for you to keep you going. Unfortunately, I know you're not a fan, BUT this one may change your mind and boost you on your run! Break my soul - Beyonce - (trust me)

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Asha Patel
Go Jamie - Run like the wind and so love your inspiring upbeat perimenopausal personality. A fabulous, fun-loving role model. I will be cheering you all the way to finish line and beyond.

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Rob Bugeya
Good luck, HD! I’m sure you’ll fly round.

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Kathryn Langer
Good luck and well done!

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Sarah French
Great cause that I know you are so passionate about. Keep up the good work on the training! We'll be there to support you on the day xxx

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Lauren Pokora
Good luck Jamie! You are one pretty incredible human! You’ve got this!! Best of luck, such a wonderful cause xxx

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Robert Gagen
You're going to smash it! So proud of you and all of your hard work for this amazing charity! Xx

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Susan Hooper
Good Luck Jamie xxx