What have I been doing?

What have I been doing, since my last major blog entry? Well, I sent out many donation letters and emails, and as of today I have raised $2,560. while my on-line donations don’t show this. It is true! Many are in checks. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You to all my generous donors!

On Monday October 3rd I went to my second physical therapy session. I have the most awesome therapist. Her name is Tammara Moore, with Sport & Orthopedic Leaders (SOL) in Oakland. Tammara also is a 2 time IronMan/Woman (Canada 2003 and Kona 2004). She is helping me strengthen my left leg and ankle, plus core training. I’ve got to get these key parts in stronger shape before the difficult training begins. Tammara like so many people I meet she has close connection to the cause. Her bother-in-law passed away from Hodgkin’s, leaving behind a wife (her sister) and a small child several years back.

Well what about training you might ask…. I must say I’m happy to report on September 25 I completed my longest bike ride ever 72 miles! This was accomplished during an event called “Waves to Wine” outside of San Rosa. This event supports research for MS. It was a bit cold in the morning but warmed up nicely by late morning and the rest of the day.