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Running in memory of Mum and for Ovacome
Ovarian cancer is an absolute b*tch. So, when mum received her diagnosis in late 2022, I knew that I wouldn't have her for much longer. After a brave 3 year fight, which included the birth of two grandchildren, a rescheduled wedding, and a few family holidays, mum died in August 2025, 3 weeks after becoming a Nanny for the second time.
She knew that I had a ballot place for the London Marathon, although couldn't understand why I'd bother running that far! And so, in honour of that inspirational mentality, I'm ploughing ahead with the marathon (9 months post partum!) and I'm fundraising for Ovacome!
Mum was so grateful for the support she had from her local centre. She looked forward to the monthly meet ups with women in similar situations to hers, chatting about all things cancer and non-cancer related. She found moments of relaxation in the massages, joy whilst eating cake at the Christmas parties, and importantly, felt comfort in the friendships she made there. She told me all about the activities and events they held, and they made her smile. That's why it's important to me to use this opportunity to raise money for Ovacome (who receive no government funding so every donation makes a difference), who welcomed my mum into the community and provided expert support and trustworthy information to her when she needed it. Without Ovacome, I truly believe my mum's final years would've been even harder.
So, I'm asking for your support! By donating you'll be helping families like mine to navigate the horrendousness of illness and loss. There's nothing I can do to change what happened to our family, but helping to bring some bits of joy to others would've been what mum would've wanted. And I really don't fancy doing the marathon tbh, so it is a bit of a pain in the butt-make it worth it please!!
(If you can spare a few pounds to support my marathon challenge, you’ll be helping someone access life-changing support when they need it most. Just £28 could provide an hour of 1-1 specialist support for someone affected by ovarian cancer. £124 could cover the cost of running an in-person support group session for 12 people.)
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Pat Jaques
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Jacqueline Karpinski
Wishing you masses of good luck and love for your epic run Ellena, you will be spreading joy with every step and really you are an inspiration for taking on this challenge.
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Tina And Paul Harland
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Monica Hayes
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Marlowe And Cove
Good lucky Mummy, we know you can do it and we're very proud of you! Xxx
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Sally Cunningham-thornton
Go for it Eleanor you’ve got this xxx
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Colin & Carole Gray
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Philip Ogden
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Carole And Mike Cuell
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Hayley Tingle
Go smash it! Very proud of you, as your mama will be! And so soon after having baby Cove, you’re inspirational!
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Martin Greenwood Purley Bury Bowls Club
Good luck Elle, we’re all rooting for you.
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Jean Drees
Good luck & well done. Jean & Dave (from Bowling club)
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Graeme Cupit
Best of luck Elle
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Ann Brown
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David Candeland
Great cause, well done Elle.
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Paul Childs
Good luck. May the force be with you!
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Ann
In memory of a wonderful friend, greatly missed.
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Kathy Bradshaw
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Linda Anthony
Good luck, your mum would be proud of you
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Alan Tucker
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Annette Guilford
Hi there . Well done . You are doing such a good thing . Mum did get so much from the center and it helped to keep her going. Yiu will find it so emotional on the day but your stronger than you know . Much love ❤️
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Hannah And Wayne
You are a superstar. So proud of you. x
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Jess Newland
Go Elle!!! Love Jess, Gray, Rory & Erin xx
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Steph And Rob Xx
Good luck with the training. I’m sure you’ll smash it!
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Laura And Tommy Cragg
Go girl 💪🫶
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Camille & Family
You’re amazing, wishing you lots of luck! Xx
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Naomi Culliford
Good look lovely - you’ve got this!
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Janet Kerr
What a lovely photo of you and your Mum and it’s a great cause. All the very best wishes for your run!
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Laura Hordern
You're a superstar xxxx
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Anonymous
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Hannah H
Good Luck, you've got this x
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Kirsten Halliday
Amazing! ...a marathon?! Good luck Ellena x
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Anonymous
We never knew your Mum Elle, but know her cousin Sue and we know how much she is loved and missed. Good luck with your challenge for such a good cause. X
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Sarah Meers
Your lovely Mum would be so proud of you xx
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Jean And Alfie
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Hollie Philip
What an amazing thing to do! Good luck ❤️
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Tom Dc
You got this!
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Steven Cooke
An excellent cause, so another donation, well done love, and have a good run xxx
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Chris & Sandra Bryan
So good that you’re doing this. Keep the training up even when you don’t feel up for it. 🏃♀️
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The Meadows
❤️ For your lovely mum and the amazing mum that you are ❤️
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Sarah, Matt And Bea
Smash it! We’ll be rooting for you ❤️
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Hayley Leaver
Wishing you the very best of luck. What you are doing in memory of your mum is very brave. I’ll be thinking of you every step of the way. Love Hayley Scott Florence and Clara x
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Alice Parker
An amazing cause. Go smash it!
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David O'gorman
You can do it! Cancer is a nasty little tart that can get in the bin. Lots of love D&L XXX
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Cat
You are the strongest woman I know. You will get through anything you put your mind to. What a lovely way to honour your mum and support a charity that made a difference in her life. I’ll see you on the course 🏃🏻♀️! Smash it xx
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Glenda Mcskimming
As someone who loves running, I'm in awe of you. 10k would always be my limit, never 40+. Hope your training goes well and will be cheering you along on the day. xx
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Hannah Guilford
Good new Ellena. Loads of love from me, Gracie and Alfie xx
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Charlotte
Go on Elle go for that run! Xxx
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Katherine Willis
You're truly honouring your lovely mum, Ellena. Good luck! Xx
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Dad
Well done love, your mum loved you loads, and would be really proud of you. Have a good run xxx
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Amy, Keyan & Creatures
Loads of love! Even though the activity tracker on your page shows ZERO ACTIVITY I choose to believe you are training occasionally... Have fun on the day! Take loo roll Xxx
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Sue Sambridge
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Alex, Shaun And Hazel
You are amazing! Lots of love from all the Stanworths xxx
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Sue Barton
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Jean Jenkins
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Bex L
A wonderful cause, good luck Ellena!
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Lucy Trueick
😘 good luck you’ll smash it im sure x
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Soph Xxx
What a beautiful way to honour your mum, Elle! Ovacome sounds like a wonderful charity. You got this, ladybug! Xxx
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Caoimhe Mcanena
Wow Ellena! Brilliant cause and good luck!
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Nicola Thomas
Well done you for taking this on!
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Rosie Zach
So incredibly in awe of your strength - you're an absolute powerhouse! Sending love ❤️
