The Big challenge is fast approaching now - 4 days and counting. I thought it time to update you on my preparation and fundraising efforts on behalf of Climb Your Mountain.
When I set out on this challenge, I knew well the fundraising effort may prove as much as Kili itself. I am yet to discover just what a challenge the mountain will represent but I can safely say that the fundraising has proved a significant personal challenge!! Sometimes when I have the chance to reflect I am in awe of the amazing friends and family that have provided such invaluable support both emotionally and through sponsorship. So can I say a BIG thank you.
The great people that I had met in a short time living in Milton Keynes provided me with the inspiration that the time was right for the challenge. From the on-set I had been very aware that the charity I have been raising funds for, Climb Your Mountain is Milton Keynes based and I knew very few people in the city. However, the vast majority of my fundraising would based here. Not easy when you are not living weekends in the place, a minor detail... I had hoped to raise funds via suppliers at work but as we all know the economic circumstances have meant that we have squeezed these relationships and their margins, a dead end. So all my efforts have gone into organising a gig at the David Lloyd club in Milton Keynes. Matt kindly offered his fantastic band for the evening, Funkstar (www.funkstar-uk.com) and Jill provided endless contacts and support. To both of you, I owe you so much! Between us the evening proved to be a fantastic success which attracted 157 people and raised £2,400 towards my fundraising for the charity! Most importantly, everyone had a great evening and thoroughly enjoyed the band and the rest of the entertainment.
I am still pinching myself that I could organise an event that attracted so many people when just six months ago I knew practically no one in MK. I feel very lucky to have met so many fantastic, warm and genuine people here.
So wow, what a relief! I am nearly there, now I can rest up and feed myself up for the big challenge. I needed to, I felt exhausted... The kit list is finalised and the last ditch run around the shops has been completed, I never thought how many things that I would require. I thought I had most travel accessories and plenty of kit, think again! This was never going to be cheap! Just a small matter of making it all fit into my rucksack now.
I tell you what, I can't wait!!!! 4 days and counting down.
If you have not sponsored me at this point and would like to make a contribution towards the Climb Your Mountain charity it is not too late. Making a donation is simple at www.bmycharity.com/jezontopofafrica
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