I've had a slow start this year, bike issues and weather have been the main reasons but with 24 days left there is a lot of time to get the bike down the trails.

The big news this week is that "KICK CANCER'S BUTT day" is Wednesday August 9th. If you were considering making a donation this Wednesday is the day to do it. A major donor has put forward $1.3 million to match donations received on WEDNESDAY only. Help Kick Cancer's butt and make a difference. THANK YOU.

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As August comes closer and the biking increasing I am now on pace of 150 km per week and ready to take on the Challenge physically. With the physical part in place, I wanted to share my thoughts from a recent ride with you.

I debated sharing this, but think it is important that you might better understand why I continue to ride in this Great Cycle Challenge to fight children's cancers.

My total ride was about 58 km., with lots of time to think during that ride. Two specific area of the trip stay with me. As I wandered through the peaceful trails of Preservation Park, I was thinking of a friend who had recently lost her sister to Cancer after a protracted battle. It seemed they were both with me for a while as I made my way. Then, as I came to a sharp turn in the trail my way was blocked by 2 young deer, frozen in place, and staring at me. Within a few seconds we were all on our way. It was a pleasant but short break from my ride and my thoughts. My ride continued and I stopped at Riverside Park for a quick lunch break and found a bench next to the children's play center and carrousel. Both were busy with energetic joyous young children with their parents enjoying the beautiful day.

They were the faces of children that I hope never learn of cancer, but know that the Great Cycle Challenge is here to help those that do. That is why I ride every year and why I ask for your support. Please donate to support this important cause if you can. Thank you