Like all families, there are the good times and there are the not so good times. Our family is no different and when Pa died from the effects of cancer after a very long and brave battle with the disease two years ago this July, I knew I wanted to get off my backside and do something to raise money for chairty. More than that, I decided I wanted to set myself the goal of cycling for charity at least once a year, if not more. Keep fit, raise money and feel I've put something back. 

I know that everytime I am on my bike, I shall be remembering pa and thanking him for being my pa. He was a good person and I hope he will be proud of all of you who are able to get involved in whatever way you can, through donating, sponsoring or just helping to make a difference in this world.

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So please dig deep and donate now.