K. Todd Storch

MS150 New Goal!: 4/24/05

Thank you to everyone that has donated to my MS150 ride this May 14th and 15th.

Goal #1:  $400 - achieved!
Goal #2:  $1,000 - achieved!
Goal #3:  $1,500 - achieved!
Goal #4:  $2,000 - achieved!
Goal #5:  $2,500

The outpouring of generosity has been overwhelming and I don't plan to stop until the deadline in June!  I have had donations from $2 (my kids) to $400 (a law firm's monthly charity-of-choice donation).  Currently, the average donation is $65.

If you have already donated, thank you so much.  If you haven't donated, but would like to, use the MS Society on-line donation link.

If you aren't able or don't plan on donating, would you consider sending this link to a few friends that might?

[click here] to donate on-line

I have included a picture of the Schmidt family (Bret, Virginia, daughter Gemma and dog Annie) before Virginia was hit with MS late last year.

[read] why I am riding
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tags:  ms150 | multiple sclerosis

MS 150 Goal Update

Thank you to everyone that has donated to my MS150 ride this May 14th and 15th.

I am currently 99% of the $1,500 goal. 

The generosity has been amazing and I believe I can get to $2,000.

If you are wanting to donate, the easiest way is the on-line donation link that is set up through the MS Society.

[click here] to donate

Here is a picture of the Schmidt family (Bret, Virginia, daughter Gemma and dog Annie) before Virginia was hit with MS late last year.

They are so thankful of your support.

[read] why I am riding

tags:  ms150 | multiple sclerosis

Lance Armstrong announces his retirement

Six time consecutive Tour de France winner, Lance Armstrong, has announced his retirement after this Tour de France.

An excerpt from his official website, The Paceline states the following:

...he noted he wanted to spend more time with his family as well as to work with the cancer community...

[link] to official press conference transcript, via

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tags: lance armstrong | tour de france | cycling

Tara's first 5k!

Tara completed her first 5k today!  After a weekly training routine, she goes from 0 to 5k in the Faith and Family 5k.

She ran it without stopping and all of us were so proud of her 35 minute run!

[photos]

2004 USA Triathlon Rankings

The rankings are in.

You'll see me at #1600 in the M35-39 rankings (K. Todd as first name, Storch as last, M35 age group)

[link] to search USAT database

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tags: usa triathlon | triathlon

MS150: Progress towards Goal! Will you help me?

Thank you to those that have already contributed!

I am 38% 42% of my $1,500 goal. 

Every dollar counts and I appreciate your help to fight MS.

I am riding in honor of Virginia Schmidt.  A beautiful friend, here in Dallas, who has just recently begun her battle against this disease.  Her husband Bret and their young daughter Gemma especially appreciate your support.

[link] for on-line donations

[link] for :30 flash video on MS150

UPDATE - 4/16/05

[read] original post on why I'm riding

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tags:  ms150 | multiple sclerosis

Will you help me fight Multiple Sclerosis?

I need your help!  I am going to be riding in the MS150, a 150 mile bike ride from Dallas to Oklahoma on May 14th and 15th.  The ride is to raise money to fight Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a progressively disabling and devastating disease that strikes so many during the prime of their lives.  I am riding to make a positive difference in the lives of those suffering with MS, especially for Virginia Schmidt and her family, a friend from our church recently facing life with this disease.

So many of us know exactly of the disabling disease from the challenges that have faced Virginia and her family.  Others of you may have friends or loved ones that have faced MS as well.

Significant progress has been made in research, and researchers are optimistic that with continued financial support, a cure is possible in the near future.  your contribution brings ope to those who suffer with this devastating disease.

With this in mind, I ask you to sponsor me in this 150 mile bike ride.  I certainly respect that you have many requests for charity and understand should you choose not to participate.  If you choose to donate, I would greatly appreciate any donation you can make - it all adds up!

I have set up an on-line link so you can donate securely through the MS150 website.

I appreciate your help!

[link] for on-line donations

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tags:  ms150 | multiple sclerosis

Ryan's first Dallas Mavericks game!

We had an awesome time at the American Airlines center tonight!  Ever since getting Ryan NBA Action for his GameCube, he has been a basketball fanatic!

I have to say that the video game is a great way for him to learn positions, strategy and overall rules of the game.  It's also been a very fun way for us to goof off together!

He was in heaven seeing the dunks, 3 pointers and pick and rolls (yes, a 6 year old knows these plays).

Dirk Nowitzski is his new favorite player and Dad got him a cool new Dirk basketball. 

Complete greatness!

Taylor's last Indian Princess campout

Last weekend Taylor had her last campout.  Now that she is in 3rd Grade, it was time for her to "red feather" out of the program.

We had a fantastic weekend at El Tesoro campground, just outside of Grandbury, TX.

This was a very bittersweet moment for Dad.  I can't believe her and I have been doing this for over 4 years!  Ryan still has about 3 years to go and Peyton will join Taylor's tribe this year, so 5 more years to go with her!

I'll try to get some pictures up soon from the campout.