Run leader Rich and I met Andy at the gym, and it was good to see Leah, who was able to sign up last minute after getting away from work in time. We had a chatty run to St Luke's Church, and when I walked up the hill to placate my hay fevery lungs, back marker Andy walked with me (at GoodGym no-one gets left behind). When we arrived, Sallyann was already working away (as always, she was the only one to remember to bring her gardening gloves), and David and Dawn from St Luke's welcomed the rest of us with tools and an offer of a drink. David was last to arrive, a little the worse for lack of sleep. Grass and moss had taken root in the cracks on the main path leading to the church, but with six pairs of hands it didn't take long to get it all up, and edge the grass too. We swept and tidied up, and headed off, a good job done. Next week we are back at Broomfield allotments, and don't forget there's a social after at Back Inn Time.

It was time to retire my previous shoes and there is a charity donation box at the GG base in Chelmsford. Laurie and I took four pairs, i have saved one old pair for my nuclear obstacle race in November, and Laurie has saved 3477 pairs for who knows when.

But, we also had Harvey, who was the first to donate at his local drop off point! Great work Harvey. Jog On aim to remove shoes from landfill to use them for those who have absolutely nothing in various places around the globe.

So at the top of where I right this it says 'Tell us how you got on'. Hmmm...

We got on great! Traffic held up a couple of folk on the way and then two Dunmow athletes, Nick and David, showed up having seen us online! Mike was slightly concerned we were leafletting for tomorrow's election (don't forget to go out and vote) but of course not! For a variety of charities: Farleigh Hospice, Helen Rollason, City Sounds Radio, Age Concern, Beaulieu Community centre, and CVS.

We set off chatting to meet Fay, fresh from a weekend out in Peckham, who had the leaflets. It was only then I noticed Andy's new shoes! Very clean. Very blue. Andy and I are part of a marathon world record (part of the largest marathon ballot ever).

After dishing out the leaflets we headed off to deliver. Nipping between houses we covered the first area. Jen is excited to replicate her husband's stag do in Amsterdam at the end of this month with him and three small children, Mike told us how he used to be a marshmallow magnate at school, and Richard almost managed to go missing. Perhaps a sign of things to come...

We headed back down the main road to find more houses. There were a lot of leaflets so we split up as I nipped to Dovedale Sports Centre. Leaving Fay in charge for two minutes while I did that, carnage ensued. Initially losing half of us, we found Nick and David who were talking house prices and doing stunning work with their leaflets.

The issue then was we couldn't find Richard and Mike anywhere. Going up and down streets and sending unsuccessful carrier pigeons we eventually saw them wearily trekking towards us. Yes! With everyone we needed back together we returned to the uni being cheered on down the high street.

On to next week when it is Broomfield allotments and we won't lose anyone!

On the hottest day of the year so far, I had a slow run over to Mrs D's house, enjoying the sunshine. The task was to clear the garden path next to the washing line. Mrs D has limited mobility and the overgrown plants are a trip hazard. It was lovely working in the shade, and in 1 hour I had the path clear. Mrs D was very pleased and said she would be able to get her washing out this afternoon 🌞

There was plenty to celebrate as six GoodGymers helped six local organisations spread the word about their good work by preparing their leaflets for delivery next week.

Fay, Laurie, Andy and Martin reported back on that afternoon’s Chelmsford CVS’s charity update forum. GoodGym Chelmsford got a shout out for its 10th birthday, and the cakes from Chelmsford WI won rave reviews.

Ben was proudly wearing his brand new black GoodGym t-shirt after completing 50 good deeds. Congratulations! It looks like Erin will be next to join the illustrious club.

Thanks everyone for some great leaflet folding - and see you next week to get them through letterboxes.

Had my birthday last week so couldn’t make it to the regular GG task - so instead I wanted to do a mission! Took out five bags and a wicker basket.