RTCC Riders Tell Their Stories: Cynthia BC

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On November 16, 2009, at the age of 72 my mother Edith died of gastric/esophageal #cancer less than eight weeks after her diagnosis; her disease was too far along for any treatment to be effective. My daughter Catherine then was only eight years old, and I’ve very much missed being able to share with Mom (“Oma” to Catherine) stories about my family.

My sister and I have wondered whether the medication Mom was taking to treat her osteoporosis, which has the side effect of acid reflux, contributed to her condition; and we would like to see research done on that issue. 

The Ride to Conquer Cancer is an opportunity not only to honor my mother’s memory, but also to “step up” my#cycling. In 2011, I was inspired by Ride Your Bike to Work Day to try cycling to work; I’ve found that I enjoy my cycling commute and I am trying to ride in several times a week, weather and schedule permitting. 

The 150-mile distance of the Ride is going to be a huge stretch for me, but I’m hoping that the 20-mile round-trip commute and some longer rides on weekends will get my middle-aged overweight body up to the challenge.

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