For Hunter’s blog of day one, click here.
Greetings, family and friends of the DaVita Moving Village! I decided today that this is not a ride of a lifetime, but a journey of a lifetime! The ride does not end with our arrival to Nashville or the KAT Walk, but what we bring from this trip to our home and centers throughout the United States.
I was touched by the patients of Lawrenceburg and had the opportunity to thank them for their support. I was amazed they were overwhelmed by the DaVita Village and our efforts to increase kidney awareness and bring hope to patient lives so no one else will suffer from chronic kidney disease.
One rider that I found to be a great inspiration today was Scott, a quadriplegic who rode the second stage of Tour DaVita much like the first stage: with a lot of grit and determination on his hand bike. He used his upper body strength to propel him along this journey as I took for granted my legs and upper body to get me through the trip.
Members of the DaVita family like Scott provide great inspiration and the true meaning of what we are here to do today, and that is change people’s lives. DaVita does this on a daily basis and I find this truly amazing. I am humbled to participate in the Ride of a Lifetime in support of our patients and the DaVita community.
Cheers, Hunter and Diann
