I'm running in support of Make-A-Wish France, helping bring joy and hope to children facing critical illnesses. ... In April 2027, just 16 days before my 40th birthday, I'm taking on one of the biggest challenges of my life: The Paris Marathon. But this journey is about so much more than crossing a finish line. ... In 2017, I underwent major spinal surgery. Then, between 2022 and 2024, I endured three hip surgeries, including a reconstruction. Over the years, I've had to relearn how to walk four times. ... For nearly two years, there were days when simply getting off the couch, sitting upright, or making it to the bathroom felt like an enormous challenge. Running a marathon wasn't even a possibility I could imagine. ... But little by little, things began to change. Over the past two years, I've worked to rebuild my strength, improve my health, and reclaim the active, adventurous life I once loved. Today, I'm walking kilometres, enjoying new experiences, and doing things I wasn't sure I'd ever be able to do again. ... Now I'm setting my sights on 42.2 kilometres through the streets of Paris 🇫🇷🏃♀️ ... I'm incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to take on this challenge in support of Make-A-Wish France , an organization that helps grant life-changing wishes to children facing critical illnesses. ... After experiencing how quickly health challenges can change everyday life, I know how meaningful it is to have something wonderful to look forward to. Every child deserves moments of joy, hope, and possibility, especially during life's most difficult circumstances. ... My goal is to raise €1,000 for Make-A-Wish France! ❤️ ... I need to raise a minimum of €420 by January 31, 2027 to secure my charity race bib, but I don't want to stop there. I'm aiming for €1,000 to make an even bigger difference for children facing critical illnesses. ... Whether you can donate €5, €10, €20, or simply share this page, every bit of support means so much! ... From learning to walk again to running for wishes. Here's to new beginnings, big dreams, and making a difference along the way ❤️ ... Thank you for being part of this journey! Amanda