The Challenge

I have been invited to participate in a special bike ride to raise awareness of the many challenges associated with multiple sclerosis (MS). My decision to do this ride is inspired by my daughter and many other people who have to deal with MS every day. 

In August, twelve riders will start from Washington DC and ride through 8 states, ending in Boston 8 days later. We will ride over 500 miles (800 kilometers), and along the way meet with the various chapters of the National MS Society (NMSS), the press, and others to highlight the aspects of this disease. This will be an extremely challenging ride for me, but nothing compared to what those with MS have to deal with every day. For more details about the ride please visit The MS Great 8 Foundation.

The National MS Society performs various functions.  They fund both fundamental research into the causes and progression of the disease as well as research into possible therapies to combat the disease.  They also help people who currently live with MS, by offering critical services and educational support on how to overcome the disease’s physical, social and financial effects. 

I have followed the activities of the National MS Society closely for a number of years now and I believe in the work they do. I also serve as a Board Member of The Greater Delaware Chapter of the NMSS.  More and more people are being diagnosed with MS every day and your support can help those living with the disease live a more independent and better life.  Of course, the ultimate goal would be a cure.