In the news!

It’s hard work being a celebrity *swish*

At least I’d guess so, maintaining those forced smiles at the Oscars probably took some dedicated training.

I, of course, am not a celebrity. But I have had a little bit more exposure since the last time I posted.

I’ve been in the local paper. FRONT COVER!! I wasn’t expecting that at all, and I can’t say it was a nice surprise to see my mug staring back up at me from my doormat last Friday morning. The full page spread was also unexpected, but as it was all for a good cause I put my unease to one side.

The article was very nice, and the response from it was lovely. Lots of people had some very kind words for me, and some made very generous donations. I would never consider myself as anything special, so to be called inspirational didn’t sit well with my natural instinct of keeping my head down and trying not to draw attention. But it was a bit nice to read such lovely responses J  

The article was intended to raise the profile of VICTA and the work they do, and hopefully enthuse kind-hearted readers to make a donation to my fundraising.

VICTA is only a small charity. Most of their funds come from that raised by people running the London marathon on their behalf. They aren’t high profile, or well known, and as such probably (definitely…) don’t get the attention or support that larger charities can demand.

So if you haven’t heard of them before now’s an opportunity to branch out in your charitable giving! The funds VICTA raises are used to help blind and partially sighted children and young adults to live, learn and enjoy the world around them, to achieve their full potential and experience the same opportunities as everyone else.

If you can (please, please, please!) make a donation, no matter how small (or large if you feel inclined!) – it will make a difference to a child who has been born without sight. It will make a difference to me (fundraising is stressful!). It will make a difference to you – think how warm and fuzzy you’ll feel for doing something so nice J

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/SarahMartinRD