Our thanks to Cath, Lyndsey, Martin, Rachel, Julia and Heidi who took to the water on a sponsored white-water rafting adventure for The MA.

some of the trekkers in Jordan

We undertook a 100km trek through the Jordanian desert, from the Dead Sea to the ancient city of Petra, organised by the Foundation for the Study of Infant Death (FSID). We're told the temperature got up to 38 or 40 degrees C and all would agree on the toll exacted on our feet by the desert floor (we all naively thought the desert was sandy - not rocky!). Nevertheless, it was a fantastic experience in a truly beautiful country and, most importantly, raised several thousand pounds for The Miscarriage Association.

Jane Reynolds and her friends organised a Charity Ball to raise funds for The Miscarriage Association.

The ball was a great success and party-goers had a wonderful time. Our sincere thanks to organisers and guests, as well as to Marks & Spencer and Original Leisurewear for their joint contribution of £3,500.