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Race for Life 5k at Hyde Park

If you have been a long time reader of my blog, you would know that I try to run the Race for Life for Cancer Research every year.  Last year was an exception because I was busy preparing for my two weddings, but this year, I thought I could invite my dear friend Cindy who happens to visit at the same time to join us.  In fact, I decided to invite more girls from church and connect group to join in and dress up to make it more fun.

I run in memory of my mom who passed away having battled with cancer many years ago.  This is something close to my heart and I sincerely wish that every penny raised toward cancer research will bring us a step closer in finding a cure for cancer.  This is just too horrible a disease.  Looking at the sea of pink at Hyde Park that day, and how everyone running knows of someone affected by cancer.. is just heartbreaking.

I am so pleased to say that as a group, the Pinkrunners raised a total of GBP 1,257 till date for Cancer Research!  How amazing is that?  When I set the target of GBP500 for us, I was still apprehensive about it.  This is a small step in helping humanity fight against cancer.  The page is still open so if you are feeling up to it, we would gladly receive your sponsorship! :)

https://www.justgiving.com/thepinkrunners

The verdict?  I would definitely do it all over again!

With Cindy running for the first time

Gabby running also in memory of her mom, and little Gabriel (her friend's baby)

We had messages pinned on our backs.  For loved ones.

The message board post race full of emotional messages 

All red and flushed having run 5k under the hot sun

A congratulatory hug post race
With our medals.  Get a bite!

After we have cooled down and on our way back to mine for a BBQ to celebrate!
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Location: Hyde Park, Westminster, London W2 2UH, UK

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