Hi Folks

My name is Jacky Fellows and I'm a mother to 3 children, Kate 16, Amy 13 and Hollie 6 and as if that isn't tough enough, I've signed up to run the London marathon on April 13th!

I took up running about 2 years ago to try and lose some of the weight I'd gained after stopping smoking. If I'm honest, I didn't expect my latest fad to last but never the less I bought some new trainers and joined Dudley Ladies running club. Over the next year or so, not only did I lose the weight, I also felt so much better in myself both physically and mentally and I gained so many new friends too. I try to encourage and support all new beginners who come to the club.

As for the running, I'm not particularly quick but I do like a challenge. I've competed in about 20 races so far, the toughest being Tough Guy which is a gruelling 8 mile assault course which I completed in 3.5 hours.

Running the London marathon is a once in a lifetime event for me. I'm so grateful to DELTA for giving me the opportunity to take part in this amazing event and not only do I want to do well in the race but I also hope to raise at least £1,000 for Deaf Education. I've gained so much from running and it would be nice to give a little back. 

Please dig deep and sponsor me online by going to my fundraising page at http://www.justgiving.com/jackyfellows

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: DELTA (Deaf Education through Listening and Talking) will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.

Jacky