In Her Name, One Step at a Time
In August 2023, I lost my best friend — my mum — to ovarian cancer.
She was beautiful, kind, strong, hilarious (even when she didn’t mean to be), and the heart of our family. Life hasn’t felt the same without her — but I knew I wanted to do something big, bold, and a little bit bonkers in her honour.
So naturally, I signed up for a 26.2-mile run.
I’m raising money for Target Ovarian Cancer, a charity doing incredible work to improve early diagnosis, support women living with the disease, and fund the research we urgently need. Ovarian cancer is often called the “silent killer” — but with better awareness and funding, it doesn’t have to be.
Training for the marathon will involve early mornings, sore knees, questionable playlists, and a very real emotional rollercoaster. But every step I take is for my mum. She cheered me on through everything — and now it’s my turn to do something that would have made her both proud and slightly concerned for my sanity.
If you’re able to donate, I’d be so grateful. Every pound goes towards a future where no one has to lose someone they love too soon.
This one’s for you, Mum. And yes, I promise I’ll stretch properly. 
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Josie Adnett
£50
Cheryl Mitchell
Well done and wishing you all the very best. I am sure your mum will be watching over you
£52.12
Rosaline Zulaikhah
She’ll be with you every step of the way <3 xxx
£11.33
Toby Orrell
£10
Alanna Irvine
Best of luck xx
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Stanley Forrester
£21.84
Debbie Stinton
From Debbie xxx
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Vikram Naring.
Well done Amy. We are all so proud of you. We love you very, very much. You will definitely make Aunty proud. From Aunty, Vikram, Priya, Mahi and Junior. XxXx
£50
Nicola Thoms
So proud of you Am! Such an amazing thing to do in memory of your lovely Mum. We will be cheering you on every step of the way! xxx
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Romani Saunders
So proud of you! Lots of love x
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Amanda Prince
You are amazing xx
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Anna Spooner
❤️
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Oli Rahman
So sorry for your loss. What an incredible tribute. Best of luck!
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Michael Payne
A brilliant cause. Good luck. I know Auntie would be so proud of you. Train well.
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Kanesh
Go on!!! Rooting for you
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Mama Ji, Mami Ji, Raj And Parm
We are so proud of you Amrit well done I know Nikki Aunty is smiling and will be with you and she is so proud of you. Lots and lots of love, Mama Ji, Mami Ji, Raja and Parm x
£520
Jamal
So proud of you. 💪❤️
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Jo Orme
£50
Jessica Gray
Well done Amsie! You’re gonna smash it and we’ll be with ya every step of the way 💕 Jess and Keeks
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Simran Gaidhu
So proud of you Amrit love the Gaidhu family 🩷
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Karishma Patel
So proud of you for doing this Amrit! You're going to do amazing, your mum would be so proud 🤍
£20
Kate Sowerby
You can do it Amrit ❤️
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Xarius Dalal
I’m sure someone can mix and awesome playlist 👀
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Lauren Hunter
Good luck! 💓
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Deborah Payne
Good luck with the marathon. We know you can do it. From auntie Deb and uncle Ian.
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Rebecca Payne
Amazing cause. Auntie was always so proud of you and loved you and Uncle to the moon and beyond. Forever in all our hearts. Xx
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Yvonne Peters
Good luck, such a good cause! ❤️ (Becks work colleague)
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Becky Twining
Good luck Am! So proud of you- will smash it! Love Becky, Matt & Reggie xxx
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Sobha Giri
Good luck!
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Ash & Jack
Such an amazing cause and for such a wonderful lady. You’ll be amazing Ams! ♥️
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Emilio Ocampo
🏃🏽♀️❤️
