Shot To Pieces!

A whole week has now passed since completing the charity walk along The South Downs Way in aid of Cancer Research UK, and I remain shot to pieces!
Most of the physical aliments have now recovered, but mentally I am completely drained and exhausted.
I think it's the culmination of all the planning and organising over the past nine months, in addition to probably being a little overwhelmed with the emotions of it all, when you take into consideration the reasons why I chose to do the event in the first place.
I did try to make contact with Lou recently, but to no avail so I am finally accepting the fact that I must move on...I know I've said it before, but this time I really must do it. She's made it quite clear to me how she feels, so I must respect her wishes and leave her to live her life, however short that may be...it's sad but there isn't anything else that I can do. At least I hope she's proud of what we've achieved and I know that all the pain we experienced proved worthwhile in the end, although I know this pales into insignificance when compared to what she's going through.

So far we've raised £3,237 when everything is factored in, and I must confess to being totally in awe of that figure, as I only expected to raise a few quid when I originally schemed up the idea. As ever a big thank you goes out to you all...your kind donations have been very much appreciated.
For any further donations please see the link to my 'Just Giving' page below, although I don't intend to push it much more as I feel the campaign is now slowly winding up ~ the only other possible activity may evolve around some local press coverage and a feature in our company magazine.

http://www.justgiving.com/SteveMuskett27010

Due to my current fatigued state, and the continual battle between my complex state of mind and desire for a simplistic way of life, I have decided to take a break from writing and blogging for a while...but I will return soon, no doubt.
May I thank you all for your unbelievable support and may I also apologise for any recipients of recent soppy or sentimental text or facebook messages...I guess I'm just a silly, old hopeless romantic!
I'd like to especially thank Elona (pictured) once again for being my 'rock' as a true friend, as well as all my supportive work colleagues throughout the charity campaign.

Next up for me hopefully is a visit to see Elona, followed by a weekend break in June to nip over the water to catch up with friends and 'family' in Ireland. Then if I'm lucky and the opportunity remains, I will turn my attentions to planning a trip to New Zealand to see my great friend Ange...fingers crossed!

Until next time (whenever that may be), I wish you all well & take care.

Ramblin' Steve