Category Archives: Shine

2012 in review

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Cat

2012 was a curious year for me with a lot happening. After glorious #funemployment lasting six months I got a new job that I am still enjoying ten months later. Whilst it is the best job I have had my … Continue reading →

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Shine London 2012

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Cat

Last year I had this crazy idea of signing up for a half marathon walk in aid of Cancer Research. I talked about it here and here. And then I didn’t talk about it any more.. First things first: I … Continue reading →

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Getting over my inner swinedog

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Cat

One of the things I’ve touched on in a recent post is that I am trying my hardest to become more grounded and it involves getting back into a routine with life. This isn’t just having that cup of tea … Continue reading →

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Shine!

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Cat

I am absolutely in awe at the amount of donations people have made for Shine! With just over a month to go I have received £248 in donations for the £500 target I have set myself. So how is it … Continue reading →

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Shine London 2011 – It’s on! [Please sponsor me!]

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Cat

I have mentioned in my previous post that I was considering taking part in Shine 2011 which is a marathon or half-marathon walk in London during the night of October 1st. Well, I have just signed up for it. It … Continue reading →

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Half-marathon, me?

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Cat

Just like last year I volunteered at the Race for Life in Reading this month. I’ve been a bit too busy to properly sort out the images though and none of them are that great seeing the weather was atrocious … Continue reading →

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