We finished our cross-country trek shortly after noon yesterday (6/25) and proceeded to take a swim in the Chesapeake Bay. Tuesday (6/24) was spent in D.C. and began with a morning rally with “Cure Search”. It was amazing going around the room and meeting children and families affected by childhood cancer. Their was such hope and determination in the room, and rallied “Team Will” to begin thinking about our next journey across the continent to ride cancer out of existence. It was an amazing experience to be in D.C. with a passion and purpose, unlike previous visits as a tourists. I was able to tell several Senator’s legislative assistants about my “Heroes” and remind them to pass on to their senator the message to make finding cures for childhood cancers a priority. I’ll be posting on these visits in the coming days as I recover, debrief and regain a bit of energy.
Other News from Shift 3:
Greg, the author of an earlier post, really never rid himself of the bug he picked up in Provo, UT. He was courageous throughout and kept us in stitches, even though he really felt poorly. It was amazing to watch him get on his bike and begin riding knowing that his body was in complete rebellion against such an activity. He would say, “This is for Kenji,” and proceed to pedal away to help our shift out. Thanks for keeping us rolling Greg!!!
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Congratulations, Jon!! I am so glad to hear you made it. Can’t wait to see you when you get back home and see the “fire in your belly”.