Rhiannon Jacobs

Swim 2 and 3 update 🏊‍♀️

Wednesday 26th Nov Swim 2 was back at Park Road Pools, and Swim 3 was at the school pool. I was struck down with the lurgy and have been out of action for about two weeks, which has really knocked my swimming off course. I’ve been reassured that I can carry on into December though, so hopefully I’ll still reach my target. Share

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Monday 3rd Nov Share

Swim 1: 1km (40 lengths at Park Road Pool!) 🏊‍♀️💙

Monday 3rd Nov

Swim 1: 1km (40 lengths at Park Road Pool!) 🏊‍♀️💙

Today I completed my first swim for the November Swim Challenge for Dementia UK — 1km, which is 40 lengths of a 25m pool. It was tough at the start, fine in the middle, and tough again towards the end… but I was so excited in those final laps, knowing I was nearly done for the day and doing it for such a good cause.

Thoughts during my swim:
“Should I go in the fast lane? …Okay, let’s do it! Oh dear, people are overtaking me — maybe the middle lane is better. Actually, no — I’m faster than this! Back to the fast lane!” 😅

Somewhere between those lane changes, I found myself thinking how lucky I am that Mum is still around and that we can still share lovely moments together. I’m so grateful for the work Dementia UK does to support families like ours — their helpline has been such a lifeline for me, and I know for so many others too.

This challenge has already been so rewarding — not just because of the swims, but because of the conversations it’s started. I’ve spoken to so many people who’ve been through something similar, and others who are learning more about dementia for the first time. It’s been really moving to share stories and raise awareness together.

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported and donated so far — I’ve been blown away by your generosity. 💙

On to the next swim!

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