This October, I am again taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer. I have been involved in this challenge since 2013; it is for a great cause and gives me the much-needed motivation I need to get on the bike.

This year I have four grandchildren with one on the way before the ride starts proper. They all bring so much joy with their smiles, giggles, playfulness and curious nature of everything. I couldn't imagine what parents, grandparents, family and friends go through with a sick child.

If me riding throughout the month of October helps even the slightest bit, then all the effort will well and truly worth it.

I have nominated 100km again this year however, it all depends on your support. The more you sponsor the more I will ride. For every $ donated I will ride 1km. This is a win-win as the more you inflict the pain on my backside, more importantly you'll be helping sick kids, family and friends fight cancer.

Thanks for your support and for those around Bundaberg I hope to see you on the road.