Something which made me joyous this month? ……. taking part in and completing, a Marathon.

Just a year after an enforced rest due to surgery, I was able to travel up to Manchester and take part in the 26.2 mile run. It was such a friendly atmosphere, well organised and supported by fabulously enthusiastic marshalls and onlookers, that it almost felt like a party!

Yes, of course it was darned hard work and there were moments when I felt ill and thought I would not get round, but overall I loved it! So much so, that I have signed up for another one taking place next April!