This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer. I ride for the children that fight for their lives every day. I ride for the parents, aunts, uncles, siblings and grandparents whose tireless love and support carry their families along.

I ride for my late sister-in-law, Angie, whom I never had the opportunity to meet, as she was taken at age 18 after graduating high school. I ride for my cousin Sam, who at age 32 passed away as a recent newlywed. I ride for my cousin Donna, whom I had the privilege to be the health care proxy for this past Christmas when she ultimately lost her fight.

I ride because I can and I know our support will change little lives. Please join the ride by getting in the saddle or donating.