The simplest answer is that I enjoy writing and taking pictures, however, as with everything, the real reason is far more complicated. I did consider starting a podcast, but I have neither the wit nor verbal dexterity to make anything like that a worthwhile listen. I also genuinely contemplated writing a song but vocals are not my strong point. So, a blog it is.
I don’t have a massive social media following on any of the usual platforms but that doesn’t mean that I can’t have in the future, and if I can put something together that is informative and interesting then maybe, just maybe, it may help someone further down the line.
This won’t be my first charity bike ride. I did one in both 2017 and 2018 but logistically this is the most difficult as I will be crossing the finish line 271 miles from home. More on that in later instalments.
I was seriously considering doing the ride in fancy dress. The prospect of raising a few more pounds far outweighs personal dignity, but then I thought of how proud I will be to cross the finish line in a bright yellow Team CF jersey, and the prospect of riding my bike wearing an Elsa costume subsided. There is also the consideration that this may well have seriously scarred my beautiful granddaughter’s psyche forever if I had gone ahead with that plan.
Now that the decision has been made, my top has been ordered and is already on its way to me. The Events Team have been amazing and it’s easy to see what a positive impact they must have on CF Fundraising.
Simon
Simon Egan 