This will be my sixth PMC and I am more energized than ever to be part of such an amazing cause and event. To date, the PMC has raised $900 million for Dana Farber Cancer Institute and this year's event will break the $1 billion threshold.

Every year, I am surprised by the number of people who reach out to share how treatment, research, or expert opinions from Dana Farber have impacted their lives or the lives of someone close to them. Just the other week, a friend in Maine headed down to Dana Farber for a second opinion on rather rare type of cancer. It’s powerful to hear the impact, but we’re riding for a cure - so that the terrible impact of cancer can be reduced or treated. Last year, the Pan Mass Challenge raised over $72 million to support cancer research and treatment. I am proud to ride again for Team Deb and alongside the 7,000 other PMC riders.

I'll be back in the physical saddle riding from Wellesley to Bourne on August 3 - a day after Noa's first birthday :) Last year, I pieced together a virtual ride during the last trimester of pregnancy, I feel lucky to be physically able to ride. Every donation brings us closer by the mile. Thanks in advance for your support! xo Laura