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Run for Judy and Dementia

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I'm raising funds for people with dementia!

I'm raising funds for people with dementia! I'm proposing to run 24 hours on 14th December 2024. The location is at Spring Lake Park in Springfield Lakes, Qld 4300.

Last year we lost our Mum, Judy to this debilitating disease and we know of many of our friends and relatives who have been impacted by this disease in there own families.

But I need your help! Please make a donation to support my efforts and help me reach my goal to beat dementia.

All funds raised will support the work of Dementia Australia to provide vital support services for people living with dementia, their families and carers. These services include counselling, support groups, education and training.

Thank you for your support.

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Last Long training Run

Sunday 17th Nov
On Saturday I completed my last long run. These runs are for testing nutrition and seeing how the body is feeling after 5 hours at a time. Happy to say, all good. 24 hours will be a different, I've never done that time period before so it will be a test of not only my inner strength, but my support crew to keep going in the dark times. I just need to remember, this is for Mum. I can't and won't let her down.

Time to knuckle down

Sunday 14th Jul
Now that Gold Coast Marathon is over and I've had a weeks rest and bounced back from it very well, it's time to continue the build up to Run for Judy on December 14th. 
Tomorrow marks one year of her passing and she is truly missed by us all and the thought of this is driving me on to keep going, just like it did with the marathon last. The continuous thoughts of her life and how it was in the end drove me on through those dark times and helped me finish.
So it's time to build kilometres, just like I have done for Trail to Triumph in the past. The lonely long hours with your own thoughts is numbing. 
Wish me luck.

New kit

Saturday 15th Jun
Thanks to Caren from Dementia Australia for sending out the shirts, caps and goodies. What better way to debut the shirt than a run at Robelle Domain parkrun. Thanks to my mate Neil for the photos

Pushing Through the Kilometres

Sunday 26th May
Currently I'm in training for Gold Coast Marathon in July. This will lead into Trail to Triumph 250km in October which should hold me in good stead for the 24 hours for Mum.

It's a slow and steady build of kilometres. In the coming months my weekly mileage will increase greatly as I push through long run of 6 & 7 hours at a time before TTT before going straight into longer run / walks for the 24 hours in December. 

It is going hurt, but for Mum it is worth it. She would shake her head at me doing it but she wouldn't say anything because of the humble and quiet person she was.

I'm going to get this done Mum, just you wait.

Thank you to my Supporters

$31.65

Abigail Jones

$21.10

Maureen Bernard

$31.65

Natasha Kazich

Way to go Ren. Awesome job. I'm bummed I was away and missed it

$20

Monica Campbell

$31.65

The Cashmeres

$31.65

Tracy Warnes

$100

Todd Snowdon

Awesome work mate! You’re an inspiration

$75

Nathan L

Huge effort mate and a great cause. You've done your mum proud.

$31.65

Anonymous

I saw you running around the lakes. Well done!

$42

M Jackson

Great job on the 24 hours and kudos to your team for running it like a well oiled machine!

$126.60

Michael Chandler

Well done Ren ... great cause :)

$30

J Duim

Amazing effort Ren! Was an honour to cut a few laps last night. A disease that has affected many. You should be so proud.

$105.50

Charis Mullen

$31.65

Christine Wilson

$21

Sheryl Bichel

Amazing work Ren and such a worthy cause. Sorry I couldn't get there to do some laps with you.

$105.50

Brock, Jen, & Princess

On ya, dad. Grandma would be proud.

$52.75

Bernie Floyd

Well done Darren and team

$51

Nichola & Neil

Always an inspiration to us all Ren. I’m sure your mum is extremely proud of you and Peta for raising awareness and bringing the community together to talk about Dementia.

$105.50

Klose Constructions

Well done mate, fantastic effort.

$31.65

Nicky Townsend

You legend!

$105.50

Ray And Marie Melling

Amazing effort

$31.65

Serey Toth

$50

Alan Phelan

$52.75

Miriam Pronk

So proud of your love for your Mum and commitment to raise awareness and support for Dementia.

$63.30

Sandy & Heather Donnan

Amazing job Darren

$58.02

#teambaglin

Go Ren - absolute legend

$211

Jen Lewis

Run Ren Run!

$158.25

Bph (guy Family)

Good on you mate.

$21.10

Chris Meury

$57.20

Gill Ansell

Go Darren! What a momentous run for a very worthy cause.

$105.50

Mat And Kylie Britton

Keep doing incredible things mate. You’re an inspiration to many, including us.

$40

Bev Watson And Tracy

Go Darren - Judy would be proud 🏆 💪

$52.75

Ben

$21.60

Lana Ellwood

$55

Mel Knight

$56

Ross Williams

$58.02

John Elliott

$211

Steve & Kel

Your Mum would be so proud of you, Peta and your family ♥️

$21.10

Maria Wojciechowski

Your mum will be beaming down her love for her son today and we honour her 80th basking in your reflected glory of this amazing effort! Thank you for inviting me

$58.02

The Coetzee Family Coetzee

$93

Sharon Thomasson

This is a wonderful cause, I am sorry I am unable to come and walk with you this weekend. I would of loved to walk in honour of your mum and my own Ann Thomasson who passed away due to Alzhemiers and Vascular dementia. 💕

$26

Tracy Leiper

$58.02

Stuart Matthews

A great cause - good luck on the run!

$21.10

Sarah B

What a wonderful thing you’re doing in memory of your Mum. Donating in memory of my Pop who had alzheimers xx

$21

Amanda & Michael

We will join you on Saturday for a few laps and to show our support :)

$21

Leanne

A beautiful way to honour your Mum Darren and a wonderful cause to raise money and awareness for💜🦋

$30

Aaron Maile

Good luck mate! If I was fit enough I’d join ya!

$21

Michelle Shore

Wonderful cause Ren. I look forward to following your day.

$79.13

Steph Beekman

Thank you for making a difference Ren and Peta

$31.65

The Brennan’s

Best wishes Darren. Will see you for a few km’s Saturday. Ethan

$58.02

Robin And Debbie Maile

Remembering Judy ❤️

$20

Anonymous

$105.50

Dan Fancy Pants Cody

Sorry we can’t be with you, will be thinking of you legend. Happy Birthday Mumma. ❤️

$20

Ana Nov From Canberra Grammar School

$116.05

Neice, Rob & Friends

Missing my beautiful sister xx Neice

$56

Bronwyn Lyndon

Looking forward to joining you for a couple of laps!!

$104

James West

Run well Forest. You crazy cat. Great cause and your mum would be proud. We are all with you on this run and will do a few laps over the weekend. From the West Family

$61

Teeps

Great stuff mate Looking forward to supporting you over the weekend.

$55

Scott Matthews

Great cause and I'm glad you are running and not me!

$31.65

Victor 7 Chrissie Calligeros

$58.02

Colleen Swifte

Courage!

$80

Cheryl Kiernan

This is a great thing you are doing Ren. I will try to get along for a lap or two.

$50

Adam F

Great cause mate. I'll be joining you for a few laps.

$200

Mark And Teresa Roberts

Such a great cause Darren and to do it in memory of your Mum on her 80th Birthday is very special. Hope I can join you for a few Km on the day!

$31.65

Danielle Lutton

It's difficult watching the people who have always been so vibrant and capable, become vulnerable. Darren, this run is a wonderful way to honour your mum.

$30

Mandy Scully

$21.10

Doona

All the best Ren, I’m sure your folks would be so proud of you x

$84.40

Peter Stack

You’re doing a great thing mate 🙌

$100

Oodle Creations

All the best Darren, running for a great cause

$57

Narelle Rodiger

Great cause mate.

$21.10

Trudz

$31.20

Kazza

A very worthy cause affecting so many families.

$55

Neecy

Wonderful way to honour the beautiful mum that Judy was ❤️

$25.50

Sleepy Roslin

Proud of you. My Dad died of vascular dementia too.

$105.50

Darren Lanham

$24

Brittny Tiller