June 25, 2018, Filed Under: 2018, cancer, texas4000Letter to Texas4000 Rider McKenzie Clayton Dear Mackenzie, My name is Isaac Gándara. I am a rising Junior from the University of Texas at El Paso and I wanted to thank you for your dedication and efforts in the fight against cancer. Along with the funds you have raised in support of research, your long ride raises awareness for the need for research, and that in and of itself is invaluable. Because of what you and what the other riders do, I and other people engaging in cancer research experiences are able to work. Furthermore, I wanted to congratulate you on your progress thus far. As I write this, you are nearly halfway to 4000 miles! I also wanted to say I’m sorry for your loss of your grandmother. I also lost a grandparent to cancer and understand how hard it is to lose someone. But because of your journey, you will help other people in their own fight with cancer. Be proud of what you have accomplished and what you will complete in the coming month, you have earned it! Thank you for everything and keep working hard! Sincerely, Isaac Gándara, The University of Texas at El Paso Isaac in front of the mural at the 23rd Street Artist’s Market in Austin, Texas. Photo by Fawaz Mohsin.
