I am riding because the American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure is so much more than a cycling event to me. It is my opportunity to change the future and make a positive impact in the lives of those who are affected by diabetes. 

I am committed to ride and raise money in this inspirational event not because 26 million people in the United States have diabetes, but because I personally know some of them, like Tucker, one of my generous sponsor?s 6-year old nephew that has just been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, and I want to do something about it. Won?t you help me start a chain reaction?

Chances are, you also know someone who has been affected by diabetes and you already know how important it is to stop this disease. By making a donation on my behalf or by joining my team, you will be helping the Association provide community-based education programs, protect the rights of people with diabetes and fund critical research for a cure.

With your help, we will fight for a future where a parent does not have to hear that their child has diabetes. A future where an adult does not have to face the uncertain times ahead after receiving a diabetes diagnosis. A future where you and I will know that we had a part in making this possible. 

I truly appreciate your support. Together we can Stop Diabetes!

Note: In addition to riding in the St Louis Tour de Cure, I will also ride in the Chicagoland Tour de Cure on June 9.  For a comprehensive view of my fund raising progress, please also check my webpage at http://main.diabetes.org/goto/jmb_st_louis