Hello from Morocco!

At the end of Day Two-Marathon des Sables, I have received the first of “daily” emails from Graham Plant.

So it appears that even the Sahara Desert experiences IT issues.

Stage one consisted of 36.2 km between Jebel Irhs and Tijekht Wadl (for those of you into your Moroccan Geography)- the temperature was a chilly 29c. Seven runners had to retire on the first day.

Stage Two was 31.1km, covering Oued Tijekht and Jebel Et Otfal. The MDS website shows more details and gives you the opportunity to drop Graham a cheerio.

Whilst I have the stage, I’d just like to thank you all for exceeding Graham’s goal of achieving $10 000 for ‪#‎Alzheimer‬’s Victoria Australia! I know that your support has put an extra ‘spring in his step’. The website thememoryjogger.com.au is still open for any last minute donations too.

Graham wanted me to share some of his words below. I’ll be sure to post any updates as they come to hand.

So here it is;

“Guess what? The run is really tough – who would have thunk it. Today I climbed some of the larges, steepest hills I have ever tackled. But felt much better today.

Have had emails from Suzie, Justin, Shelly, Cathie, Matt, Prof John and the guy who wore my number last year – which was really nice – pls thank them.

It is hot, it is sandy, it is demanding. Had to go to Doc Trotters today to sort out some blisters.

I’m ok with my placing – trying to conserve some energy for the big day.

Can you please let Alz’s Aust Vic know that I have lots of video and photos. Another sand storm has hit the bivouac which makes things pretty miserable.

It is by far the biggest physical and mental challenge I have faced. I’m in a tent with a great bunch of Aussies and with a whole lot more who are also on an adventure.”

Next update to come shortly (IT issues notwithstanding)!