I haven't written for a while.
We're now only 5 days away from the big day, and people keep on asking me if I'm ready.
Is anyone every ready for a marathon? I don't think anyone would ever say yes.
I haven't reached the long run I was supposed to do a few weeks ago. The day I had planned the 15 mile run, it was awful weather. Rain and wind were lashing down. But I still went out.
I managed 13 miles by which my socks were soaked and they started rubbing.
Since then, I've done some more running, but not long ones.
I've kept on doing my strength training.
I've upped my water intake.
I've done regular stretches to increase mobility.
Last week Wednesday, The Children's Trust, the charity I'm running for organised a run along the route of the last 4-5 miles.
We had some stops along the way to get lots of tips.
It was hot and humid.
With 5 days to go, I'm actually looking forward to the day.
Tomorrow, I have my last treatment by Lucy Howe, of Healthy Body Healthy Mind, to make sure all my muscles are fired up properly for Sunday, and to release any potential tension.
Tomorrow evening, I'm also going to Excel to pickup my runners number and wander around the expo.
I really need to start thinking about nutrition for Sunday. I have my energy biscuits, but will that be enough with water and a banana?
I'm praying for a grey, dull and cool day on Sunday, although that might not be as much fun for spectators.
I have quite a lot of friends who are coming down to cheer us all on. So am really looking forward to it.
And that includes my amazing coach, Rachael Hunt, from Life Without Limits Endurance, who has been very patient with me, even if when I wasn't following the programme 100% of the time.
I wouldn't be as confident as I am today, without her advice, support, and programme.
Unfortunately, it might look like Rakhee and myself won't be running together after all. We found out that because she had a ballot place and I have a charity place, we are starting in different places and the first 3.5miles aren't following the same route.
So we might not find each other once the routes converge.
It's a big shame, but we'll just have to keep going.
I'm also looking forward to have my friend Petra come round on Saturday for a sleep over and walk to the start.
She's done it last year and doing it again this year.
Let's see what happens on the day....
