Well, it's that time of year again: the Pan-Mass Challenge is upon us! 

As most of you know, I've ridden in this amazing event for the past 12 years. It's a two-day, 192-mile cycling event that raises money to support the Jimmy Fund and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Last year, the PMC raised $31million to fight cancer.

Paul's Posse has been a proud and dedicated supporter of the cause. Our 2009 total was $231,768, an amazing number in the depths of a tough economic time. All of that money -- 100% -- went to support the incredible work of my friend and physician, Dr. George D. Demetri at Dana-Farber.

I am sorry to report that my body may conspire against me this year. The aftermath of my latest surgery may put me on the sidelines as a reluctant -- but VERY ENTHUSIASTIC -- cheerleader. 

This turn of events makes me all the more motivated to once again ask for your generosity for this very worthy cause. Please do whatever you can. 

I have attached a link to a video for your viewing pleasure. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS50m7w8F-E. It was created by my friend and videographer, Sharon Sullivan, who wanted to tell my story of Thriving.  I think it captures beautifully what the PMC, and Paul's Posse, are all about. Watching it reminds me of how fortunate I am to have friends like you! (Please feel free to pass on this letter so someone else can see the video)

I Thrive On,