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Ride Strong

Kyle explains why her 69-mile bike ride wasn't just for her health, it was for everyone's.

Dec 9, 2010

I was really looking forward to this week's episode. I had spent months training for this 69-mile bike ride in Napa. Mauricio was so busy with work he wasn't able to train that much. I knew he would be fine though, as he is an exceptional athlete. As much as I was looking forward to this adventure I was very nervous. We had the choice of doing 30 miles or 69. My husband felt we could handle the 69 and convinced me. I cannot tell you how many times I said to him, "WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?!"

When my trainer Mari suggested the dreaded waxing, I did everything I could to get out of it, to no avail. I asked my daughter Alexia to be there with me because I knew we could at least laugh about it together. Alexia is always happy and smiling, and I thought she would be the perfect distraction. We did have a good laugh, but I don't know if I will ever live this one down.

Growing up, cancer was one of those things that I heard other people talk about. The word scared me, but I always thought, "Thank goodness I don't have to worry about that." Then in 1998 I lost my father to cancer. Four years later, I lost my mother to breast cancer. And that would prove to be only the beginning. Since losing my parents, I have lost an uncle and three half-siblings (my father had three children from a previous marriage, all whom lost their lives to cancer). Now, when I go to the doctor for my check-ups and fill out the paperwork, I feel like damaged goods. Being a mother makes me even more concerned. I not only want to make sure I keep my children healthy, but I need to be healthy to be here for them.

This is why I am so passionate in my fight against cancer. I hear too many stories of lives lost too soon, of families hearts' broken. Taking on a challenge like the ride in Napa helps me feel like I'm a part of this war against cancer. Raising money for research and for those suffering with cancer who can't afford treatment is very important to me. We were so proud we were the second highest fundraisers for the event, thanks to so many thoughtful donations.

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Your bags are Fab! Love the red chanel bag. How did you meet your husband?

Now, you are definitely my favorite housewife, but I think you really need to stand up for your sister... You can tell she doesn't communicate well and you need to be there for her. Overall, I think you are fabulous!

Oh Kyle, I just love you and Kim. I grew up watching the two of you so I guess thats a big part of the reason I can't stand Camille. I watched the show when you and Camille and I really think you hit the nail on the head when you told her to get some professional help. She is only someone because of Kelsey. Well, thats my personal opinion.

I know sister relationships are complicated, but you really do seem to put Kim down a lot. And it seems to set the tone for how your friends treat her too. It's very hard to watch. Maybe you and Kim need some time with a therapist to address what the real issue are.

Everyone's favorite housewife!! You have a beautiful family. Little Portia is absolutely adorable; as are you're other daughters!! I hope you have more!! Any plans to? And inspirational bike ride.

Kyle-It seems as though you like telling Kim what her flaws are. You seem to hit below the belt instead of trying to build her up. Even though you are sisters it never feels good for someone who knows your insecurities to then go after them. I see that you love her, but it is still painful to watch you jab at her each episode. No one is perfect!

You are an absolute delight to watch and your neice looks just like you. I love the relationship you and your husband have!!! You're gorgeous! Looking forward to more of you!!

kyle, Thank u sooo much for doing the cancer bike ride... my father was recently diagnosed with lung cancer... u and ur husband are awesome !! I can't wait for next weeks episode..

Kyle you and Lisa are my favorite housewives.....I love the relationship you have with your children and definitely your husband....wish your husband could hang out with my Marine husband to show him how to be a lil bit more romantic....:) I don't know your relationship with Camille is at this point in reality....but if its not in a good place...just stay away....because you are a wonderful real down to earth person....and your attitude towards your sister....please i have three younger sisters and we can argue and fight and two minutes later we'll be laughing our butts off....but don't mess with one of us even in arguments we will take you down :).... its ok for us to fuss and fight and say whatever to each other...but an outsider doing it doesn't sit well with us....so I can totally relate to your relationship with your sister....anyone who has a sisters can understand that :) Much Love and Blessings to your family :)

Hey Kyle- It was so nice to relate with someone about how hard it is to leave for a weekend with husband without kids! I work full time outside of the home, and I feel so guilty about being away from the kids already! My husband and I have planned a long weekend away next Spring for our Anniversary, and seeing how much you and your husband connected, is encouraging! BTW - Does your husband offer "Husband Coaching" ?? Ha! He appears to be a wonderful husband and father - It's nice to watch your story every week!

Kyle,

Thank you so much for doing your part (exceptionally so) for the fight against cancer. Like your mother, my father passed away 8 years ago (Dec 10 so tomorrow is an especially tough day). I reward your passion and dedication to the fight as I don't know if I myself you do what you did as far as the physical dedication. I literally cheered as you made it to the top of the hill; not so much for that fact that you did it, but for the reason you did. Thank you again.

Kyle,

Thank you so much for doing your part (exceptionally so) for the fight against cancer. Like your mother, my father passed away 8 years ago (Dec 10 so tomorrow is an especially tough day). I reward your passion and dedication to the fight as I don't know if I myself you do what you did as far as the physical dedication. I literally cheered as you made it to the top of the hill; not so much for that fact that you did it, but for the reason you did. Thank you again.

Kyle,

Thank you so much for doing your part (exceptionally so) for the fight against cancer. Like your mother, my father passed away 8 years ago (Dec 10 so tomorrow is an especially tough day). I reward your passion and dedication to the fight as I don't know if I myself you do what you did as far as the physical dedication. I literally cheered as you made it to the top of the hill; not so much for that fact that you did it, but for the reason you did. Thank you again.

Congrats on the race! This was a great episode, for great causes. I can't wait to see the dinner party at Camille's...I hope you let her have it, I only seen a sneak peek but it looks like she brought some of her friends for back up. I know you won't let your fans down.

I am really enjoying the BH series! Finally, a HW city that is true to what the series was always supposed to be. Upscale ladies and the stories "behind the gates" so to speak. What impresses me is that with all the advantages y'all have, most of you are warm, funny, caring women...passionate about family and taking care of one another. Five out of six ain't bad for a HW series.

I have to say, however, that I am truly touched by the dynamic between you and Kim. Any sister in America understands how it goes. I know how it is to be the younger sister and then one day coming to the realization that you are the stronger one. And that it is ok. Sure you are going to fight but at the end of the day you will always have the bond of sisterhood. And could you and your hunky husband be any cuter together? In a town famous for being superficial, you guys ring true. Mauricio knew you would be too tired to come home on Sunday after the 69 (OMG!) mile bike ride and was taking care of his lady. Seeing how you appreciate each other is refreshing.

I see from the previews that Camille is still obsessing about you. And she thinks YOU are jealous? Puh-leez! You cannot put a price tag on what you bring to the table. That woman may have her servants to fawn over her and half of Kelsey's millions. But you have a hell of a lot yourself...plus Mauricio in the bed next to you and your precious children. Are you kiddin me? Win for Kyle. Hands down!

Kyle I just love you. Keep your positive attitude and dont allow anyone to bring you down. You are so beautiful.

I just had to say that I think you and your husband are so perfect together! You are both lucky to have each other and to see the way he treats you ...... That wonderful kiss he gave you when you fell to the floor and the camera's were gone was the sweetest thing! I hope your family life always stays great!!! P.S. I am deffinately going to explain your husbands theory to my husband (Happy wife Happy Life)!!!!! Love it. Also I just wanted to add I would not try to mend any type of relationship with camille you do not need anyone in your life like her. You are such the better person and she absolutely needs help. I want to feel bad for her about her situation with her husband but every time I watch the re-runs and see her behavoir and the way she talks to people and about people (WOW) she is so rude and I believe in karma... What goes around comes around she is a very ugly person on the inside, You however and your family are beautiful inside and out! Best wishes and Happy Holidays to your family!

PLEASES PLEASE PLEASE!!! Tell me Kyle where tou got those AMAZING Emerald color ear rings that you wore in New York (they are two piece & dangle - I don't know if they clip on or are pierced) I am SO in love with them that I am about to have ALL my friends start a campaign to ask U where U found them!! I have emailed you before about them (YES I am obsessed!) I have even emailed Andy begging him to PLEASE ask you!! I would appreciate it, so very much!!

Sincerely,

Deena Stoker Oro Valley, AZ

Kyle,

I absolutely love your relationship with your husband. Seems like you two are really good friends, which is what I feel it takes to have a successful marriage. Be nicer to Kim! She needs you. :)

i dont like how camille is making u look. Not that its about winning or losing but she is sure trying to win. she must realy need attention and she most likely envys ur life. every1 can see rite through her.

You seem like a great mom and wife. You have great style and are very beautiful. im not much of a tv person but it takes a lot to catch my attention on tv shows. I am a big daydreamer and growing up as lil girl i daydreamed ur life. Great family, confortable life style, children and husband that adore me. how do u do it?

Hi Kim, I, enjoy tuning in to your show each week. I, am huge fan of horror movies, i had no idea that was you on HOLLOWEEN, omg..lol. Anyway, what you did for riding bikes for the cure of cancer was awesome idea. you and your husband your husband did great. you did it, yay !! I make body butter for men, with soft cologne scent. There are not alot of men body butter on the market. especially with great moisturizers. Majority of body butters has alot of water and alcohol in it. and your just paying for the name and scent. but your not getting the results. I would love someday to put on the market. I, do sell it t flea markets and such. I also sell affordable costume jewelry, elegant jewelry. some day i would love to donate proceeds of my part of sales to charity. that is my wish someday. Is there anyway I could send you and the ladies sample of my body butter for men, women to a PO BOX if possible ? Not your home address of course. I didn't want to post my information on here, i did add my email address when it asks for it in order to sign in. Ask if BRAVO tv could let you see my address, if you'd like ? I, truly believe your ladies will not be disappointed. you will love my product. it's PARABEEN Free. Feels great on your hands as well. Ok, well all of you ladies are fabulous. I really enjoy the show. Take Care, Blessings to all of you! Mrs.Love

I was astounded by your attitude towards your husband!Not only did he have to beg you to leave the children behind for a little romance,but you announce you might like to have another.I will be watching for the divorce announcement after he is caught cheating with a woman who wants to be with him.

Kyle, I think you are GORGEOUS and kudos to the bike ride. I can't believe what a fantastic little bod you have after having 4 kids. How tall are you? Thanks

Kyle, I love you and your husband on this show! You, Lisa, and Adrianne are the reasons why I keep watching this show. You did great in the bike ride and what a great cause! I love watching the scenes with you and your husband because it's so rare to see two people still in love after all those years! It's refreshing to see this on a Housewives show..very rare.

Please stay away from Camille, well, after next weeks previews I can see that didn't happen, but she is out for drama and misery due to her life being miserable.. She is the "Danielle" of Beveryly Hills and will do anything to make you miserable.

Your husband is hot

Kyle where did you get that blue, black & white one shoulder dress? It's so cute!

I can clearly see how much you and your husband love each other and that you are soulmates, hope you never take it for granted! Doesn't seem likely that you will. I think you will be a great support system to Taylor as it seems her marriage is crumbling around her..

Kyle! You are awesome! Don't let people say you are hard on your sister, they are crazy and don't have sisters! Take it from me I have 2!

You are my new hero. I can't believe you did that bike ride. If you can do that, I can certainly get off my but and on the treadmills preprogrammed incline workouts. You've motivated me to go for it! This is my favorite HW franchise and you are the best.

Camille is TACKY. You are a delight.

Kyle your daughter Portia is so cute but I'm sure you don't need me to tell you that. I love her curls. Take care.

So sorry to hear about your family and cancer I just don't like the word cancer it is very scary. I just had a scare of cancer in both breast.I had to go get all kind of test done and just found out I 'm cancer free and have to go back in 6 months and get it checked again. I'm a mom of 3 boys and I want to be able to see them grow up and have families of their own.Its people like you that help us out I had no insurance at the time and didn't know how I was going to pay for the test I was on the phone with all these different people trying to get help and see where I could go and I didn't fit in with any of the terms these people wanted I was way to young cancer doesn't pick someone of age and I'm glad your able to help with this fight.I have insurance now through the state but being the only worker in my family I have to pay 200.00 a month before they paid anything which I don't have but I can make payments on it that is all I can do.Thanks your my favorite on the show take care and have a great holiday.

Nicole Tennis

You are just terrific! It's so refreshing to see a fairly wholesome gal living a romantic life, with a hot hubby all in the lap of luxury! You are living the dream, while avoiding the phoniness of Beverly Hills. How do you and your husband maintain having such a meaningful life in the lap of artifice, pomp, and shallow people.

You and your hubby are beyond incredible! He is hot, hot, hot and romantic! What a hearty laugh. You deserve each other, because of your sincerity.

By the way, as someone who also has sisters, it takes having close sisters to understand how you speak to Kim. It's fine. She's a lovely gal, but does need certain reminders from time to time. Some friends tell you what you want to hear, while sisters tell the truth.

Keep it up! Best wishes to you and your gorgeous family, and it's so cute that you want a baby!! My mom had 8, and we had a great fun life!

I have to say- the 69 mile bike ride really impressed me!! Way to go!!! You and Mauricio are so cute together. It reminds me of the relationship that my husband and I have (interestingly, he is also from Mexico). Like you- we are best friends. Like you, I also have a hard time leaving my kids and when I do- they are constantly in the front of my mind! I so enjoy watching you and your family. What a breath of fresh air!

Kyle, Congrats to you and your hubby on the 68 mile bike ride, wow! great job.Kyle you are very lucky to have such a great husband and family and I think you know how lucky you are, but I have to say sometimes women push there husbands into doing things they really don't want to do and think its ok. Kyle having one more child is alot more of everything be careful how much burden you put on your man.

I agree with you it does set the tone for how Kyle's friends treat Kim. Evn though as grown women you would thimk they could be alot nicer.

I am really impressed that you rode 69 miles! I wish I could do something like that.

Kyle Stay away from Camille she is so devious. You don't need her you have way to much class for her. She set you up at the dinner and smiled while you were being attacked. She and her friend were very nasty......yikes

Take Care

You and Lisa are my favorite housewives. Your relationship with your hubbies seem similar to mine---lots of fun, kisses, hugs and mutual respect. Love, love, love the Tom Ford (?) glasses you wore in The Art of War (that's what they look like anyway to me since I have a pair of TF Mirandas). I live in Orange County, but you guys are so much more glamorous than the OC wives so I love you guys more! I love your style with your classic yet chic wardrobe, gorgeous scarves and statement rings (probably because that is mine as well). I feel like we are kindred spirits since you are so down to earth and well rounded, yet sophisticated and chic as well (just like I like to think I am--ha ha!). You and your sister are polar opposites in that respect. Kim seems lost and man crazy. She needs something to be passionate about that doesn't revolve around men. And Camille---let's just say I am "Team Kyle" and I will leave it at that. Hopefully that is well in the past for you and her now.

Best wishes to you and your family and love those cute kiddos you have too!

Christy Jacobs

I watch all the housewives and the Beverly Hills is my favorite. You are so beautiful and have such a great relationship with your husband & kids. I feel like you do, your kids come first and everything follows behind as it should. I would love to meet you in personal and go shopping I think it would be a blast. I look forward to next weeks show.

Kyle agree with lots of the comments here. Your'e a GREAT mama bear and wife, but you do seem to put your sister down. I'm pretty sure you help her out and all but i wouldn't want the help if your'e going to put me down about it or hold it over my head. Lighten up on her because it's th right thing to do and because your sisters... forever. I can be the same way so I know you dont mean any real harm. Anyways gotta go to work to make some $$$. I took Adrienne's GREAT advice and decided NO gifts for myself but to do for less fortunate. I LOVE ALL YOU SEXY, SMART, AND INSPIRING HOUSEWIVES!!! im gonna be a housewife soon hopefully. im only 22 :)

Kyle,

You truely are an inspiration to all women, especially in regards to your love and commitment to your family. Thank you for letting us into your world and showing everyone that just because you have money does not mean you lose your morals and values because you clearly still have those in tact!! I love watching you interact with Mauricio and your daughters- what a tremendous amount of love and support you all have for one another, which is a true gift.

Watching you finish the bike ride last night brought tears to my eyes because I lost my grandmother to breast cancer at a young age, and it is people like you(and Mauricio) who keep the fight against cancer alive and going! Without people brave and selfless enough to go out and raise money, I don't know where the world would be today- so THANK YOU. Thank you for doing something positive and for making a difference in the world!

You bring so much to this series and I am so grateful that you chose to do on the show(along with Kim and Lisa too!)!! You all bring smiles and happy tears to my eyes week-after-week and keep me coming back for more!!! Thank you for being you and putting it all out there for the world to see. You are an incredibly strong, caring, support, giving woman and your family(and friends) are lucky to have you!!!

PS- I watched the previews for next week and I'm saying some prayers everythgin ends up alright becausde that dinner party looks like it was a long night for you all. Clearly Camille has an angenda and it is not a nice one. I am so over her and her wicked ways this season!! Thank you Bravo for giving us Kyle, Lisa, and Kim(and Adrienne most of the time) but can you lose Camille??? Her drama and antics are getting VERY old and ridiculous!!!

you need a nanny that you can love and trust to take care of your kids while you're away. I've been a nanny for the same family for 6 1/2 years (a 6 3/4 year old (his words!) and a 16 year old) and although I am sure they are skeptical to leave their kids, they trust me with everything, including making the snacks, setting the alarms and getting the kids to school ;) if you ever need a babysitter, I'll drive up from Thousand Oaks, your kids are great!

Great job on the bike ride!!!! You are a gem and beautiful, and i enjoy watching all of you every week:-)

Kyle, GREAT JOB on the bike race it had to have taken alot of guts. I have to agree with others here stay away from Camille as much as possible she is TOXIC. It's clear she's jealous of you. Your a good person but she's not worth it. Can't wait for next week's show !!!!

Kyle your great!

(ERICA STEPHENS) why would some ever tell anyone that you will be loking for the divorce announcement, when he cheats on you??? you really must be insecure yourself because no women would tell another women that. keep your rude insignificant comments to yourself. she might be a reality tv star but she is human and has a heart! where is yours?

Kyle: I love you and your hubby's relationship, one most should strive for! I love the show and think the rest of the housewife shows ought to just pack up and leave, you are all the best!

Kyle, I love love love your sheets. Where can I find them??? White beds are the best!

Still on the fence about you Kyle. Yes, beautiful husband and you definately seem to be an adoring mother. With your sister, jab...jab...sucker punch! It is second nature...just slides out of your mouth. Negative, breaking down self esteem comments. I am on the fence about you because you likely did say something contrary to Camille......subconsciously. You probably deny your comments to your own sister too. "I never said that!"