Let The Journey Begin!

Day one of my 2nd Annual Riding for a Reason cycling tour begins tomorrow!!!

     I am so excited to start my journey tomorrow.  My biggest hope is that my knee will allow me to finish.  My second largest hope is that you all will help by donating to any of the three causes (Melanoma, Diabetes, or Heart Disease Research) via the button to the right   ==========>

or by attending the recital in Montello, WI on 8/31 at 6 PM.  You can also help me make the journey a possibility by donating toward my food & housing fund too through the same button--just leave a note as to which cause you would like to donate to.

     How can I explain how incredible it is to have the opportunity to be on my bicycle for 19 days?  It is so phenomenal that I am physically capable (for the most part) to do this trip, and even more so that I can do it to help out others from my hometown and throughout the world.  Raising awareness and funds to donate toward medical research (this year's causes) is something I never thought I would be able, or want..., to do.  Growing up & maturing have their surprises, I guess :)  

     The sheer mental and physical release while watching the pavement or trail go by at 10 mph is immeasurable, especially when it is for an extended period of time... not just hours, but days, weeks, months, or even years.  Eventually, I would like to do more inter-continental rides, but, for now I will be satiated by the shorter, cross-state rides :)  Just as the rides get longer, the causes will get bigger.  I will build this monstrosity that is goodwill and selflessness and hope that it consumes all that it touches.

Help me to help others.  Donate to the causes or to my food & housing fund today!