This is my first marathon, I've never taken on a challenge as big as this before but I'm really looking forward to taking part in the Dublin City Marathon. 

As a first timer, taking on a 42km run is daunting but it's been my dream to complete it. I've been training really hard, in the hot sun and the rain, I get up, go out and give it my all to train for the big event in October.

October is World Dwarfism Awareness Month and Little People of Ireland, supports adults and children living with dwarfism conditions. It is a charity that's very close to my heart. Dwarfism Awareness Month is a really special time of the year. It's an opportunity to have a conversation about what life is like as a little person, to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions, to highlight the positive aspects and to increase awareness. Dwarfism Awareness Month reminds us that none of us have any hand in choosing our difference. We are all people and should be appreciated for our personalities and ambitions.

I'm running the Dublin City Marathon in aid of Little People of Ireland. I really admire the work they do and the positive impact they have on the lives of the families whom they support. I would really appreciate if you could support me by making a donation, big or small, it all adds up and will help support Little People of Ireland.

Your donation will go a long way to help Little People of Ireland support its members by raising the profile of Dwarfism Awareness Month. 

With yours and my help, Little People of Ireland can continue to support their members.