Thank you for helping me reach my Ride to Defeat ALS fundraising goal! Greg has been gone for ten years now, and I know he would be thrilled by the generosity of our family and friends towards ALS during that time. The Ride to Defeat ALS raises funds to support those affected by ALS and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or cure. Greg lived for almost 10 years with this disease.  That's why I'm riding. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To ensure that no one ever hears the words: "You have ALS" again. I am doing a virtual ride this year as I have a conflict on the day of the ride. Join me virtually!  Ride a mile or a metric century ride.  The past two years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for people living with ALS, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of people with ALS and their families.  But we can't stop now. The key to a cure begins with you.  Please consider riding with me or sponsoring me. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.