Big Deal
Okay, I'm sitting here with a splitting headache that even awakened me from much needed sleep. I'm trying to focus on what day of the week this is and realized what takes place tonight in Hollywood--The Academy Awards. I do enjoy going to the movies every now and then, but when you step back and look at the big picture of the Awards, you realize just how sad it really is. Think of all the money that is spent on the Awards--dresses, tuxedoes, limos, drinks, gift bags, parties, after-parties, headache medicines, etc. Well, I just can't help but be a little senical (sp) about the whole thing. When my brother was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease in 2002, his doctor said that a cure for the disease was so close and would probably be found within the next 5 years. My brother passed away two years ago today from the always fatal disease, too soon. Perhaps with more money for research, a cure can be found sooner rather than too late.
posted by The Mom (Leah) @ 5:43 AM |
2 Comments:
I, too, have ALS and hope everyday that a cure is found, or at the very least, something to stop the disease in it's tracks. I was diagnosed on December 29, 2003 and am in a wheelchair now. I just have fun doing whatever I am able to do and keep trying to raise awareness of the disease. We are getting ready to start fundraising for the Walk to D'Feet ALS in NJ on May 7. My team's (Rooters for Rosemarie) goal this year is to raise $20,000 and I feel pretty confident that we will exceed the goal. I have a blog, Never Give Up, and the address is: http:/ramblinrosemarie.blogspot.com
Hi again,
I tried to reply to the e-mails I received notifying me of your comments, but it didn't work.
I have enjoyed reading your blog and will certainly continue to read it.
My team is online at www.als-ny.org. We had the kick-off party last night at the Yogi Berra Museum in Montclair, NJ. It was fun.
My e-mail address is rsherry@patmedia.net. I would love to continue to communicate with you.
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