When I was writing up my PhD, I had a whole range of work-avoidance tactics. Mostly they were mundane things like sharpening pencils, or picking crumbs out of the computer keyboard, but the one I enjoyed most was writing the acknowledgements page. Sometimes I moved myself almost to tears with my own eloquence, as I thanked family friends, and indeed, everyone who knows me. Anything to avoid actual work.
And now here I am again, avoiding getting ready for the marathon by blogging my thanks. Somehow though, it seems to matter. It’s been a long road, and I couldn’t have travelled it alone. So here they are – my thanks.
First – always – Chris, George and Harry, and the rest of the family, especially Judith and Gerry. Then the people who made me believe I could do it, especially Tom and Helen, and the rest of Hyde Park Harriers and Leeds parkrunners. Particular thanks go to the training buddies, especially Nicky, who cajoled, encouraged, pushed, pulled and if necessary dragged me round my long runs.
Last, but not least, there’s the people who paid good money to Age UK in my name. Top of the list is Jaz, who I can heartily recommend as a fund-raiser, but in fact the list is almost endless. I’m within sight of my target, and I’m confident we’ll get there.
To all the milkmen (and women) of human kindness – thanks for the extra pint.
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