06/05/2026
Five years ago today, I said goodbye to the strongest, most courageous woman I’ve ever known, my Nana Jenny.
This year, I was lucky enough to secure a spot in the Gold Coast Half Marathon… and I knew I wanted it to mean more.
So, I’m running to raise money for the Australian Cancer Research Foundation 🤍
Because my Nana is my reason why.
She’s the reason I choose the hard.
The reason I don’t give up on the goals I set.
The reason I keep showing up, even when it’s tough.
For over 10 years, she fought cancer with a strength that never wavered.
You would never have known what she was going through, she carried herself with optimism, grace, and a smile every single day.
That’s what I try to bring into everything I do.
Every session. Every run. Every race.
Because my “hard” will never compare to the battles so many people face every day.
I’m lucky.
I get to run in a healthy body.
So I’ll keep doing it for those who can’t.
For those whose fight is far greater than mine.
For my Nana.
For my uncle.
For my great grandmother.
And for anyone who has loved someone through this.
I want to make an impact.
I want to be part of finding better ways to prevent, detect, and treat cancer.
I want more families to have answers, support, and hope.
Nana, this one (and every one) is for you . I love you 🤍
If you’re in a position to donate, it would mean the world.
And if not, sharing this goes just as far 🤍
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