I have officially become a maven of bad ideas…

As of about 5 minutes ago, I am an entrant in the Flora London Marathon 2008. Not only have I put myself forward to voluntarily force my still-overweight frame over 26.2 tortuous miles of London tarmac, I’ve had to pay 30-odd quid for the privilege.

The likelihood of a place for a rookie like myself is slim, as there are a lot of people entering for very few places - with many going to people who have entered multiple times before and been turned down (no surprises, this is my first go). I am not going to let this phase me, and am confident that if I the Universe wants me to have a place, then I’ll get one.

To everyone out there reading this now… I’ve got to wait till the end of November before I’ll find out, so if you want to send any positive vibes my way I’ll be eternally grateful (though I may curse your name on the day )