I walked 100k from London to Brighton,
In 2013, I completed this magnificent feat,
Across the South Downs I travelled,
My pre event training upholding me in the sweltering heat.
Over the hilly terrain and stiles at times I climbed,
My stamina tested beyond belief,
At each comfort stop my weary feet rested,
My energy restored with great relief.
I conquered two killer hills at 50k,
In the dark, glowsticks illuminated my paths through the night,
I contemplated whether I should give up this trek,
My spirit however encouraged by dawn and the break of light.
Over 24 hours I had trekked through the heart of the Sussex countryside,
My love affair with Brighton had developed in an interesting way,
Only a couple more hours remained before I reached the finish line,
What interesting surprises would this trek bring forth today?
In the South Downs I approached the end of this trek,
I walked through the finish at Brighton Racecourse to a round of applause and cheers,
I had achieved a major walking achievement in my life as well as a medal,
I sipped a complimentary glass of Prosecco, the memory of walking London to Brighton will be with me for years