WHY I RIDE

Dear Friends and Family,

Before last year's Pedal The Cause, my friend, Bruce Schneider, lost his battle with cancer. With an incredible amount of determination, hope, and courage, Bruce fought the disease with all he had to give. Despite the best care, and his willful spirit, I will ride again, this year, thinking of Bruce and the many lives he touched. He will be thought of, as will my good friend and "brother" Greg Fox, Lynne Palan, and many others who have lost the fight with cancer, or continue to battle the disease. I will also ride in honor of my mother-in-law, Sanny Moore, who continues to fight stage four lung cancer. I hope and pray she continues to do as well as she has done in these past few years.

Still, there is plenty of research to be done. Your past contributions have helped to fund great progress with the diagnosis, treatment, and cure for cancer through the Siteman Cancer Center.

Please find a way to donate, this year. Your contribution, no matter what amount, is needed and appreciated.

Thank you for supporting my ride, and the effort to cure cancer!

With great gratitude,
XOMichael