As I write this the world is being turned upside down by the unfolding Covid-19 pandemic.

My family's world was turned upside down in December 2017 when Cassie, my wife, best friend, and mother to my sweet sweet Nico was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer; and so it was turned upside down yet again when that disease took her from us in August 2019.

So much remains unknown and unclear about this current viral threat, but one thing we know for sure: those with compromised immune systems are at a considerably increased risk. This of course includes countless many currently receiving cancer treatment. As someone that lived with the fear of a loved-one whose immune system was compromised through a simple flu season, my heart breaks for the fear and anxiety that this current situation is wreaking for so many.

The mission of the PanMass Challenge, The Jimmy Fund and DFCI remains as important as ever!!

With everything else, this pandemic is bringing economic fear and anxiety too. I get it. Every red cent collected by the PMC goes straight to DFCI. Any red cents you are willing to share are so deeply appreciated.

With unending gratitude as I prepare for my 3rd ride,

Angelo