I'm a proud supporter of the PMC by riding 189 miles and achieving a fund raising goal of $6,000 because it is leading a charge to beat cancer. In fact, last year 100% of rider-raised revenue went directly to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's tireless commitment to finding a cure. Here is my story.
In 2018, my father passed away after a long-term battle with colon cancer. Despite the pain and frustration from both the treatments and the disease, he continued to be a great father, husband and friend to the best of his ability. If he was scared from the prognosis or discomforted by the chemo, he never showed it aside from turning up the heat well into the Summer to "take the nip out of the air". Whether those around him described him as brave, strong, or downright stubborn at times, he engaged his cancer in a way that was true to himself and an inspiration for me to watch through the tough days, and now reflect back on in 2022. The delivery of care by the medical staff at all levels was unrivaled and I am honored to ride in name of Bill Neal and the healthcare community that supported him during his sickness.
In 2021 my close friend and colleague, Heather Budd, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and passed away inside 8 months. Heather had a type of spark, passion, compassion and energy that inspired everyone around her. Whenever I presented her with a problem or challenge she would, without hesitation, roll up her sleeves and start dissecting the issue. She would start building solutions and exploring all combinations and permutations until an answer to the problem was unveiled. I remember one conversation I had with her back in 2019 when we had decided that each of our investment portfolios were sufficiently put into place to call ourselves “responsible adults”. Then Heather said to me, “what if we do all the right things to set ourselves up for a great future and then don’t get the time to enjoy it.” The prophetic nature of this moment saddens me to no end, and I am also honored to ride in the name of Heather Budd.
In 2021 my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Today she is doing an outstanding job in what we are all cheering for as the final phases of treatment. She has completed countless trips to New Haven and New London for various services and her bravery is extraordinary. Connie Neal is a cancer survivor. This ride is my small part to honor her courage, and the incredible support of the healthcare community who have guided her through this demanding journey.
I'm a proud supporter of the PMC by riding 189 miles and achieving a fund raising goal of $6,000 because it is leading a charge to beat cancer. In fact, last year 100% of rider-raised revenue went directly to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's tireless commitment to finding a cure. Here is my story.
In 2018, my father passed away after a long-term battle with colon cancer. Despite the pain and frustration from both the treatments and the disease, he continued to be a great father, husband and friend to the best of his ability. If he was scared from the prognosis or discomforted by the chemo, he never showed it aside from turning up the heat well into the Summer to "take the nip out of the air". Whether those around him described him as brave, strong, or downright stubborn at times, he engaged his cancer in a way that was true to himself and an inspiration for me to watch through the tough days, and now reflect back on in 2022. The delivery of care by the medical staff at all levels was unrivaled and I am honored to ride in name of Bill Neal and the healthcare community that supported him during his sickness.
In 2021 my close friend and colleague, Heather Budd, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and passed away inside 8 months. Heather had a type of spark, passion, compassion and energy that inspired everyone around her. Whenever I presented her with a problem or challenge she would, without hesitation, roll up her sleeves and start dissecting the issue. She would start building solutions and exploring all combinations and permutations until an answer to the problem was unveiled. I remember one conversation I had with her back in 2019 when we had decided that each of our investment portfolios were sufficiently put into place to call ourselves “responsible adults”. Then Heather said to me, “what if we do all the right things to set ourselves up for a great future and then don’t get the time to enjoy it.” The prophetic nature of this moment saddens me to no end, and I am also honored to ride in the name of Heather Budd.
In 2021 my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Today she is doing an outstanding job in what we are all cheering for as the final phases of treatment. She has completed countless trips to New Haven and New London for various services and her bravery is extraordinary. Connie Neal is a cancer survivor. This ride is my small part to honor her courage, and the incredible support of the healthcare community who have guided her through this demanding journey.
