rockpile Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 This year's walk is dedicated to Kevin Everett, who does NOT have MS, but he has the fighting spirit that is an inspiration to all. Rockpile with the happy feet is walking the walk again this year to raise money to try to find a cure for multiple sclerosis. Many of you know I have MS, which is one reason I walk. My personal MS treatment has changed from giving myself injections of Interferon B, then Copaxone, and now getting monthly IV infusions of Tysabri, a more aggressive treatment (a procedure my insurance categorizes as chemo-therapy). This is keeping my MS "somewhat stable", nearly 12 years after my initial diagnosis. Hell, I am almost a normal human being! What is multiple sclerosis? Remember Squiggy from Laverne and Shirley? In real life he is David Lander. I had the honor of meeting him a few years back. This is from his website : ABOUT MS Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society estimates that at least 400,000 people, mostly women, in the U.S. have MS. Each week, 200 new cases of MS are diagnosed. Symptoms range from numbness in the limbs to paralysis or loss of vision. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, but the unpredictable physical and emotional effects can last a lifetime. While the progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot be predicted, advances in research and treatment are giving hope to those affected by the disease. Message from David L. Lander When I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis back in 1984, there was nothing you could do about it. Doctors would say, "diagnose and adios." Now, there are treatments available to control this progressive disease. If you have MS, discuss with your doctor how treatments can help you alter the long term course of your disease. His autobiography Fall Down Laughing - How Squiggy Caught MS and Didn't Tell Nobody is a great description of what it FEELS like to have MS. This year once again my fantastic family and friends are joining me in the Walk. From 2002 to 2005, we collected donations of about $1,600 total. In 2006 alone you helped us raise $1,020 !!! In 2007 my team raised $1,880 - and I (YOU) made the individual Top 100 Club for Western NY! MOST OF THESE FUNDS WERE RAISED RIGHT HERE AT TWO BILLS DRIVE! You humble me. This year our goal is $2008. If you are so inclined, I would appreciate any donation you care to make. NO amount is too small (or too large, heh). At least check out my web page (see my signature) and wish me luck! tom / rockpile - older than dirt and twice as ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt in KC Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I just sent in my donation. Have a great walk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campy Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Since I'm having such a great day, I thought I'd pass along some positive mojo. You're sittin' at $300 now - good luck hitting the 2K goal, Rock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Since I'm such a tightwad, I have to ask this. How much money do you "lose" with credit card donations and how much goes directly to you? Are there any CC processing fees that you lose out on, in which case sending a check would be better? CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomcat Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 My sister in law is doing this as well in NC. I donated to her already but I made a small donation anyways....Every bit counts. Good Luck! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 Since I'm such a tightwad, I have to ask this. How much money do you "lose" with credit card donations and how much goes directly to you? Are there any CC processing fees that you lose out on, in which case sending a check would be better? CW None of it comes to me. All donations are directly to the MS Society. I am not aware of any fees. <edit> if you are not sure you can make a pledge and send a check directly to the NMSS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 My sister in law is doing this as well in NC. I donated to her already but I made a small donation anyways....Every bit counts.Good Luck! Tom Thanks! It does not matter whose name is counted for the donation. The important thing is that we all take a minute to pay back a portion of our blessings to help any good cause (money, time, kindness - it all counts!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted March 22, 2008 Author Share Posted March 22, 2008 Thought I would bump this. We are up to $460 thank you very much. Enjoy the weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted March 22, 2008 Share Posted March 22, 2008 Thought I would bump this. We are up to $460 thank you very much. Enjoy the weekend! Thanks for the reminder, I forgot all about it! Donation has been sent -- good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jan Posted March 24, 2008 Share Posted March 24, 2008 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted March 26, 2008 Author Share Posted March 26, 2008 Status 3/26: $760 or 39% of my 2008 goal. You people are awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taterhill Posted March 26, 2008 Share Posted March 26, 2008 As a way to boost contributions I will Send anyone that donates $25 or more a subscription to ESPN the magazine(or something diff't if you already get it)...PM me your address and I will set it up...I will use the honor system here, so if you already donated let me know...thanks and I will be sending a donation later today or tomorrow...I hope you dont mind this Tom... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted March 27, 2008 Author Share Posted March 27, 2008 As a way to boost contributions I will Send anyone that donates $25 or more a subscription to ESPN the magazine(or something diff't if you already get it)...PM me your address and I will set it up...I will use the honor system here, so if you already donated let me know...thanks and I will be sending a donation later today or tomorrow...I hope you dont mind this Tom... I appreciate the help! If you have any questions, I have the donor list, but I doubt you will need it! We are now at $800 ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 How the hell did this get to Page 2? Rock, I've been slammed of late, but I'm in. Stand by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted April 2, 2008 Author Share Posted April 2, 2008 How the hell did this get to Page 2? Rock, I've been slammed of late, but I'm in. Stand by. I am at 54% of my goal. I was saving you for the second half! Total is up to $1,125. Thank you all... Prizes start this weekend - simple but cool Bills stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumping platelets Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 I sent mine in a few days ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumping platelets Posted April 5, 2008 Share Posted April 5, 2008 Why not "stick" this thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AiO Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 *bump* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 *bump* I will take a bump from Annie than a sticky from Clump anyday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 I will take a bump from Annie than a sticky from Clump anyday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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