This is my 20th  PMC ride. Originally, I signed up for the PMC  to pursue the physical challenge. After the long training rides in my first year, I decided that I really didn't have the time to return for a second year. That attitude changed after I completed the PMC ride. This was a truly inspirational experience. The spirit of the riders, the supporters and the cancer survivors was awesome. In subsequent years I rode with my 4 children - Jenn, Shira, Dan and Norah. This year my grandson Jonah will ride with me.  This year is special and different than all previous years. . My daughter Shira said it best: "This year, the August 2 & 3 bike ride carries even deeper meaning. Cancer has touched our family in a personal way. My younger sister Norah is now fighting this cruel dfisease, and I've seen up close how muuch strength and courage it takes to battle cancer. She is a superhero and in her honor, all donations will be designated to support Dr. James Cleary's research into gastrointestinal malignancies at Dana-Farber."

I hope those who read this will give generously to this important cause.