Why I ride?

My journey to the PMC began about 16 years ago. My dad was diagnosed with advanced stage Esophageal cancer and passed away ten months after his diagnosis. To say that was quick is an understatement. It was a very difficult year for myself and my family as anyone could imagine. The moment I decided to ride the PMC was when I was pushing my dad across the Bridge at the Brigham on the way back to Dana Farber for another routine appointment. I saw a wall mural with a sea of bikers all with smiles and some with tears on their faces all taking part in a large effort to raise money for a cure! Knowing full well that my Dad’s treatment was palliative I still had the hope and dream he would continue to push through. I knew at that moment I needed to do this for him, my family and the number of others who are fighting this courageous battle with Cancer. This was one way I can give back.

I am now on my fifth year riding the PMC and what an amazing experience it has been! The ride itself is beautiful, serene and therapeutic all at the same time. The other riders and volunteers were the most caring, friendly and amazing individuals I have met. The people cheering on the streets were impressive, wonderful and a great motivator to keep you going and reminding you why you are out there raising money for this amazing causte. To be part of a cause that touches so many lives and the impact these dollars have on the advancement in cancer treatment is exceptional and that is why I continue riding!

I am riding again to give back to Dana Farber to help raise money to beat Cancer.

I ride to one day give the opportunity for other families never to lose their family members to this disease.

I ride to show the courage, strength, fortitude and compassion of each individual facing this monumental battle of their lives.

Please consider donating to my cause..Together we can all make a difference in the lives of patients and families dealing with Cancer.

Thank you very much,

Denise Casey