As of this writing, I’ve raised $900 toward my goal of $2,000. Wow! Thank you so much for donating on my behalf. This cause is important to me, and I am humbled and honored to have your support!

Sadly, I still haven’t taken my bike out. I’m a fair-weather cyclist, and unlike many hardier stock in Chicago, I do not enjoy activities which increase the wind chill. But it’s getting warmer (“warmer”) and I think this weekend will be the first (short) bike ride! Gertrude just got new tires and a tune-up, so she’s ready to go. I’ve been running a lot and am feeling a little burned out, so I’m really looking forward to a new activity, and I’m ready to start turning the cranks.

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One thing I want use this blog for is to tell you about where your money goes besides simply “a good cause.” I knew almost nothing about the disease until my friend was diagnosed eight years ago, and I’m guessing that at least some of you are in the same boat. Why is this a good cause? Why do we need more research into this disease? What is MS, anyways? Stay tuned!