A kindhearted woman is planning to take to the skies to raise money for charity - even though she is petrified of flying.

Nervous - Debbie Brownlie hates flying, but she will take a microflight to raise cash for charity Picture: ROB BROWNE

Debbie Brownlie, 34, from Laindon Link, Laindon, has decided to do a microlight flight in October to raise money for Sands, the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society.

The mother-of-six said: "I had a stillbirth baby ten years ago and nearly lost another five years ago.

"I went to Sands for counselling and they were fantastic.

"Ever since, I have been looking for a way to say thank you."

Her flight is planned for October 14 over Rochester and she is hoping to raise more than £500 in sponsorship.

If you are interested in sponsoring Debbie, telephone 07985 764296.

Published Monday August 23, 2004

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