I've put off going to the Doctor about some medical issues I've had for over three years.My back had hurt and then it moved into my lower abdomen.At that point I knew it was more than a back problem.My buddy Mike Gamble/1BIGDogg found out he had cancer about this time.He told me he had been feeling bad for some time and neglected to see a Doctor for almost a year.Don and I were so shaken by his diagnosis that Don made an appointment to get a physical and pushed me to see a Doctor myself.

After seeing my Doctor I was told I needed some surgery.It turns out I have two tumors that have been causing my pain and making me feel tired.It will require two surgeries to remove them.Tomorrow is the first one.I'm looking at a recovery time of 4-6 weeks minimum.I plan to be back on my bike as soon as possible!

So for anyone that has been feeling bad or having pain they know isn't "right",please make that appointment now.Get a regular check up.You only have one life and you should live it to the fullest!