A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen – On our way to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer through our support of the Pancreatic Cancer Network – we discovered the pure power of hope.

Each day Rob rose and rode. The first five miles he pedaled with sheer willpower, as he knew the miles would come a bit easier with each pedal stroke.

Now imagine living each day with a devastating disease – this same feeling of expectation must be amplified tenfold. We believe joining hands with PanCan is one way to pedal through those first five miles every day – holding onto hope with that desire for a certain thing to happen – one more good day with friends and family – one more moment to love and be loved.

These last few weeks away from travel and the road have given us both time to reflect on Rob’s ride.

This accomplishment has become much more than putting the miles behind him.

On August 27, 2023 – on what would have been Scotty’s 64 birthday – Rob dipped his tire into the Atlantic Ocean and raised his eyes to the sky. He rode 3,788 miles.

There’s more to tell about his last days on the bike leaving New York and traversing Massachusetts, but for now – we surround ourselves with friends and family. We are filled with awe and joy.

Keeping the rubber side down, Rob and Julie