Category Archives: Tour de Cure

Be passionate: Remembering Jerry Pope

Posted on May 19, 2013 by

Passionate. A little feisty and a ball of fire at times. A great sense of humor and a broad smile.  These are things I will remember about Jerry Pope, friend, fellow cyclist, Red Rider and Champion fundraiser for the American … Continue reading →

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Reflections on 2012

Posted on January 1, 2013 by

I’ve been sick for over a week so I haven’t had a chance to blog. I have thought about the past year and the one to come, however.  In this post I want to do a bit of reflection. Goals … Continue reading →

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Racing to stop diabetes: a 70.30 goal

Posted on December 6, 2012 by

Over the last few months I have mentioned that I plan on doing a half Ironman in 2013.  I am actually registered for two:  Raleigh on June 2 and Augusta on September 29.  I have also decided to devote my … Continue reading →

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A beautiful day to ride: Tour de Cure 2012

Posted on May 13, 2012 by

The rain held off yesterday until shortly after the final Century riders came across the finish line for Tour de Cure. It turned out to be a fairly nice day to ride, despite some wind in both directions. (That always … Continue reading →

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Tackling Diabetes: ADA VIP Lunch

Posted on May 7, 2012 by

Today I attended the American Diabetes Association VIP lunch honoring Red Riders and recognizing Champions for Diabetes. Red Riders are the people who ride with diabetes. Champions have raised at least $500.  I am in the Champion category having raised … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Alert Day, March 27

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

Tuesday, March 27 is Diabetes Alert Day.  This day focuses on Type 2 diabetes, the causes, what can be done to improve your health if you are diagnosed with Type 2.  Several weeks ago ADA had a call for stories … Continue reading →

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Spin-a-thon for American Diabetes Association

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

http://tuscaloosaspinathon.eventbrite.com/ This will be the second year that I am participating in Tour de Cure, a cycling event to raise money for the American Diabetes Association and awareness about diabetes.  This year I am co-captain of Team Red Alabama.  Part … Continue reading →

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And then I ran again

Posted on February 17, 2012 by

Yesterday was the day I ran again. It was short and slow, but I ran. My workout was 14 laps on the indoor track.  I completed a mile 2 minutes faster than I had a week ago and I really … Continue reading →

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Those Paula Deen pots and pans …and what I know about diabetes

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

Unless you really have not been paying attention you know that Paula Deen announced that she has Type 2 diabetes and that she will be a spokesperson for a new Diabetes drug. I’ve been reading the press and various blogs … Continue reading →

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Tour de Cure: Take the ride of your life

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

This morning was the Birmingham Tour de Cure, an event to raise awareness about and funds for American Diabetes Association. It’s a bike ride more than a race with choices of distances. I did the 20 mile ride along with … Continue reading →

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