An Email Means so Much....

It was just a simple email that my husband received from a friend - but it had a HUGE impact.  This is why I ride....This is why my husband and family has sacrificed their time with me over the past eight months....This is why ........

Hi Blaine,

I was hoping you might pass this on to Janis for me. I donated tonight, and I wanted to say a few words of thanks for what she is doing.

Back in 2004 I was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at the age of 22. It was a pretty rough time, lost all my hair, got a sweet titanium femur. It's difficult to articulate how insurmountable it seems while you are a patient. However, one thing I do remember is the Tour de Rock. Even though most patients don't directly intact with the people involved in large fund raising events like this, the fact it exists at all are extremely positive on a patient's morale, at least for me. When community leaders, like police officers, add to their already demanding job to raise awareness it gives you a sense you aren't completely alone in your battle --- that a community is there as well. I know everyone rides for their own reasons but the effects are more wide spread than is immediately visible, and that is truly a great thing.

Thanks for Riding, and Rock on!