Get everyone on 43things to contribute donations and spread the word about Happy Phantom's 3-day, 210 mile bike ride to help find a cure for Crohn's and Colitis.

I promise to sort them out (there is nearly 2000) and post a few for everyone to see.

Again, almost 3 months later I am so thankful to you all. What an incredible experience.

Oh, by the way, the letter that came with the CD reports that the New York ride raised over $260,000 that will go directly to the charities supported by the ride.

Together, we raised nearly $4,700 for my ride. Words cannot express my sincere gratitude and overwhelming sense of community.

Glad it is over. That is the hardest thing I have ever done in my life. WoW!This site is awesome. I will never forget how you all pitched in. Perhaps, I will write an autobiography one day and mention it :)

BIG HUG

Folks, we are having so much fun! Picture me, battling a long steep hill and cursing at my sister while I do it. But I love her. It’s for her.

Wait till you see pictures from the ride. You will be so glad you were a part of this! We are so close to our goal.

Read my original post.

Donate to Alisa Costa rider RNY#41&54.

Happy St. Pat’s Day to all you greenies out there. I will not be partaking, but I don’t like beer anyway. Maybe an Appletini.

I got my pledge report a day early this week and I just couldn’t wait to share. We had a stellar week. (Yes, my jaw just continues to drop). Thank you for all your wonderful generousity. It really adds up!

$2,812.00!!!!!!!

We made $900 in one week! Plus, we have promises for at least another $500 that haven’t come in yet (I don’t count them until the GYGIG people post it).

And to think more than half has come from all of you!!!!

We are just $1,200 away from our goal. Unreal! Sorry for all the exclamation points, but they are sincere. Still 3 months left.

I will keep petaling. I have reminded my husband that yes, indeed, he will be riding this with me. No doubt in my mind. So he got on the bike this week too.

Today, I actually got home from work at a decent time.

Get this: I jogged on the treadmill for 30 minutes (2.25 miles). The I ate a light meal and sat on the bike for one hour. Well, I rode the bike while I was sitting on it.

Here’s a picture of me on the stationary bike. We lost satellite during a big rain storm, so you can’t tell that I was watching Deal or No Deal. Too bad I won’t know what the final deal was. Oh well.

I felt so good, I had a chocolate chip cookie when I was done (teehee).

Today, I actually got home from work at a decent time.

Get this: I jogged on the treadmill for 30 minutes (2.25 miles). The I ate a light meal and sat on the bike for one hour. Well, I rode the bike while I was sitting on it.

Here’s a picture of me on the stationary bike. We lost satellite during a big rain storm, so you can’t tell that I was watching Deal or No Deal. Too bad I won’t know what the final deal was. Oh well.

I felt so good, I had a chocolate chip cookie when I was done (teehee).

I can’t keep up with my cheering. I will get to cheering you all eventually. Thank you all for your support. This is so much fun!

At the request of my sister I am going to try to invite people on a regular basis to this goal. I invited 10 people this evening and one of you has already accepted! Muchos gracias!

Now, won’t we all feel accomplished when I cross that finish line? You will all be with me – blowing from behind to give me that extra push up the hill! LOL. I love it!

How on earth did BrownEyedGirl get 43 of you to join this goal? I mean, I know she’s resourcesful and everything, but this is just amazing. You are all helping me reach my goal and I am more confident than ever that I will be able to ride with hubby…thanks to you all!

Big hugs from riders NY$1&54 at ibdride.org.

Woohoo! Go team!

We just might reach 43 people with this goal. That would be so cool. Really cool. You are all awesome!