Today's been a quiet day walk-wise after yesterday's heady news. I must be patient about getting publicity going. What is more, we mustn't peak too soon. It is also important to have a pause to help me answer the question, why am I doing this? Is it for the Ugandan children or is it for me?

At the Becket's Lunch for seniors a number of people showed an interest. Pat said we ought to make the walk a theme for the Lent Frugal Lunches after Christmas, and to give the proceeds to the cause. There was also a suggestion that we might contact the local schools to get them on board-it's becoming quite a community effort! The idea of a lone walker is giving way to team effort. My wife June is willing to head up some back up for the walk. Simon advised me about some of the available websites, about footwear and diet. Daniel has helped me with IT advice, I'm grateful Andrew has signed up as a follower today. I'm incredibly grateful to my wife and three lads for their support.

It all started with thinking outside the usual, having a cause and going for it. Why are we often hampered by our own fears of looking foolish? Striking out truly enriches life!