Tomorrow, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society shall hold its annual MS Walk in Seattle.
Long time readers may recall that I’ve participated in this walk in the past—indeed, this shall be my fourth year walking for my good friend who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when she and I were interns. (I mentioned briefly how I learned of her diagnosis here; you can read the more ornate and detailed version here.)
I’ve become the breadwinner of the team. It’s become a point of pride for me—though, really, the pride serves the function of masking the amazement I feel when people extend their generosity to the cause through me (thank you Yaser and Brock and Brock’s wife Amanda and Andrea!). It’s not that I am so moved that I start crying, but when I really think about the generosity of others and how truly wonderful it is, something takes flight in my chest and my face gets a little warm.
Last year, I raised enough money to enter the “Hall of Fame”. My reward? A bright orange shirt with chartreuse green graphics and white text.
It is a complete eyesore. I plan to wear it with pride tomorrow. It’s gonna be awesome.
My goal this year is to raise $1000. I’ve never raised $1000 as an individual in my life thus far.
I’ve currently raised $940.
Would you be willing to throw in some money so I reach my goal of $1000?
That way, I shall continue to have bragging rights on my team. I’ve already cleared the “Hall of Fame” bar, but maybe I could be eligible for the “Hall of Super Fame” tee-shirt. Maybe that one includes sequins and tie-dye patterns.
But, most importantly, that’s sixty more dollars that can help drive research and education for multiple sclerosis. And that means that maybe, one day there won’t be a need to have MS Walks.
If you’d like to donate—even just a mere $5!—for my walk tomorrow, send me an e-mail. Thank you, regardless, for your attention.
UPDATE at 7:00am on Sunday, April 13th: You ask the internet for $60 and you get $200… and two pending donations. How awesome is that? (Thank you thank you thank you!)
12 Apr 2008 |
I hope you make it to $1000!
Also, you can refer to me by Amanda (and not just “Brock’s wife”). Part of why I didn’t change my last name was to retain my identity, so I sort of cringe when I am referred to as Brock’s wife and not something a little more inclusive like “Amanda, Brock’s wife.” You’re certainly not the only one who does it, but I’ve decided to make a point of telling people how I feel.
Comment by Amanda | 12 Apr 2008 @ 3:12pm