Eddie Iz Running - Thursday 20th August
20 Aug 2009
Towards the end of the day on Wednesday, Eddie had some running companions in people he’d met in a local car park. The women and children running with him began to drop off as the miles racked up until only one lady remained. She had run with him for about 8 miles in total. Jo had to trim down the little toe nail on Eddie’s left foot in case it got caught in his socks!
The team delayed Eddie’s start today as it was torrential rain, really heavy. The rain was relentless and coming at him sideways! But the weather eventually cleared up and the surrounding scenery really picked up – they are by the coast and views over the water are great. There have been lots of people out and about, especially in Gatehouse of Fleet, where they had put bunting out for Eddie as he ran past. A holiday park campsite in Auchenlarie had been told Eddie was coming this morning and so put up posters in their reception. Kids had made banners too. When Eddie arrived they gave him sandwiches and donated a generous cheque to Sport Relief. Today he’s running along the A75, heading towards Newton Stewart on his 22nd marathon, go Eddie!
Money raised will make a huge difference to people living really tough lives here in the UK and across the world’s poorest countries. So please sponsor Eddie here.
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mrsbee
I saw Eddie and his team as they were approaching Newton Stewart in torrential rain. Take my hat off to you as weather has not been kind. Keep it up and good luck - Scotland is rooting for you. Hope you make loads of money..
20 Aug 2009 - 19:22 BST
Carroway
I agree - I was lucky enough to see you today, and all credit to you, as the rain has been torrential! Your ambition is outstanding - Can you not get the BBC or others to give you more publicity to boost support as you run and help the sum being raised? Also, any chance you could arrange for a map on the site, as this would help get more buzz and local support out each day ahead? All the best!
20 Aug 2009 - 19:57 BST
valentinerose
Tou are one tough cookie Eddie, and hopefully waterproof! Best Of Scottish Luck!
20 Aug 2009 - 21:24 BST
valentinerose
Oops typo was caused by brain being wet from all this rain!
20 Aug 2009 - 21:28 BST
MIN
good luck to eddie and his team just been speaking to them in minnigaff. the ice cream is lush so go out and buy some its for a good cause!!!!!
20 Aug 2009 - 22:25 BST
moiraxxx
another great blog..... and how wonderful people are doing all this stuff for him...... mind I would do it too so for all of us these folk make a moment for him which he really deserves.......keep it up this is indeed a great adventure and you are great to be doing it.eddie...and to all the team thanx and have a great night and to the writer of the blog your pen is mighty...... well keyboard ,,,,,,use it often ......hugggggggggggggggs;]
20 Aug 2009 - 23:04 BST
claywoman
Still going and going and going .... our little Energizer Eddie.... wonderful to see so much support from your local fans...hugs to them....still trying to badger Daily Show and Craig Ferguson to take note of your heroic/crazy story....I will not give up either :) Mind the dampness lest the heuvos chafe ... sorry... an endurance runner told me that and it seemed important to pass on!
21 Aug 2009 - 00:22 BST
sidibaranni
get that cute bird with the camera to do some signed photos and put them on Ebay...and stick your old minging trainers on as well signed of course.....people all over the world are chucking money at some saints knuckle bone or an old shroud....get in there early... ..... Good luck tomorrow.
21 Aug 2009 - 01:02 BST
noodlepip
I've always been a fan but what you're doing is truly awesome. I've donated the little I can afford out of sheer respect for what you're doing and have done so far. Keep going, you're running amazing!
21 Aug 2009 - 03:43 BST
Bumblebee
Caught sight of you in the Bruce Hotel last night Eddie, you looked very tired so we left you alone! Congratulations on your phenomenal challenge. Maybe a bit more publicity would be a great idea? We didn't know you were coming! But we thoroughly enjoyed the ice creams and gave you a few quid for them. Keep it up! x
21 Aug 2009 - 10:27 BST
matenaro
You don't expect to see Eddie Izzard by your wheelie bin as you return home from an orthodontist appointment . My son is a huge fan and was delighted to meet you when, accompanied by his sister he accosted you on the A75 yesterday. Events like this inspire young people and also add a wee twist to the day. Good luck, enjoy SW Scotland and thanks for the ice cream:)!!
21 Aug 2009 - 10:31 BST
Glasnick
It's not every day that Eddie Izzard runs past your house and stops for a chat. He passed the house on stilts about 11.15 and looked in good shape on his 22nd marathon. He's away for his police escort through the bends at Kirkcowan. Go Eddie!!!!
21 Aug 2009 - 12:33 BST
tglasgow
Hi Eddie, Theresa here up in Glasgow and Ruchill Youth Project. WE CANNOT WAIT TO SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!!!! ONE WEEK TODAY!! keep goin, you'll skoosh it!! theresa x
21 Aug 2009 - 14:52 BST
beccaboo
We drove past Eddie yesterday on the A75 just out side Tynholme. We didnt realise it was him!!!! sorry!!!! All the best to him and i hope the rain stays away!
21 Aug 2009 - 16:21 BST
goldenghirl
Eddie is amazing, I saw him as he was approaching Stranraer on th A77 with about a mile to go and even though he must have been desperate to keep going and finish he stopped to speak to everyone and let them take photos. I can't believe there has not been more publicity for such a fantastic guy doing such a fantastic thing for charity.
21 Aug 2009 - 23:31 BST
redSG
I have to say, I spared a few thoughts for Eddie on Thursday as it bucketed down on our daily trudge to nursery. If the rain along the A75 was anything like it was in Glasgow, you should get kudos for a mile, let alone a 22nd marathon!
22 Aug 2009 - 01:53 BST
hila
This IS truly awesome--yes,and in the true meaning of the word. Courageous-also in original meaning of the word--linked to "corage" meaning heart--this is the action of a man with heart--big-hearted, generous, brave. Big-hearted metaphorically but also maybe literally--in addition to gorgeous legs, you must have the grooviest cardio-vascular system on the planet! Consider yourself sponsored!
22 Aug 2009 - 09:39 BST
MichaelaH
I'm still missing episode three of BBC's diary. It's still not available outside the UK :( I really want to see! Isn't anybody able to post it on YouTube so that it becomes accesible? :) GO, EDDIE GO! Love from Denmark!
24 Aug 2009 - 21:00 BST
Mike Baker
Eddie, Bloody fantastic, keep it going. I'm a member of Burgess Hill Runners and if you let us know whem you're going to arrive in Sussex we will turn out to cheer you home. Were also the club that hosts the local Sport Relief Mile. Would you please come and start or run or make people smile at our event on 21st March next year. What a crowd puller and money raise that would be. I'd gladly play the role of the canteen tray dryer if you'd play Lord Darth Vader. Mike Baker
24 Aug 2009 - 22:02 BST
mazabee
To MichaelaH: Go to Cake or Death and at least there shall you find diaries 3 and 4. Great site to follow Eddies's run. http://www.auntiemomo.com/cakeordeath/sportrelief11.html As another non-UK citizen, I know the BBC restriction is the most annoying thing. GO EDDIE GO!
25 Aug 2009 - 09:10 BST