FINAL DAYS! Please help find a cure for MS!

09/30/2005 07:20:14 PM · #1

As many of you know, I have been very active for the past 3 years in helping to find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. This year, on October 7-9, I will be walking 50 miles (80 km) in the MS Challenge Walk to help raise funds to find a cure.

There are several ways you can help.

First of all, please consider making a direct donation. Your donation will not only help fund research to find a cure, but will provide much-needed services to those living with MS right now. While donations of any amount are welcome and GREATLY appreciated, I will also give FREE PRINTS to anyone who donates at least $50 (see this thread) for details.

I will also be donating the proceeds on all print sales I make between now and the date of the walk. If you see a print you like, buy it now and help a great cause!

Thank you in advance for your generous support!

-Terry

hyperfocal

Nikon D7000

Nikon MF 105mm f/2.5 AIS

09/30/2005 07:27:54 PM · #2

With two family members with MS and my love of biking I've done the Rock n Roll MS150 for the last few years. Great cause. good luck & I hope you raise a bunch.

09/30/2005 09:50:02 PM · #3

Steve,

Thanks for the good wishes!

One of my best friends, BAMartin here on DPC, is the reason I walk. She has MS, and right now she is participating in a clinical trial which is funded by the National MS Society.

-Terry

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Nikon

10/01/2005 08:24:58 AM · #4

*bump* for the Saturday morning crew...

blemt

Nikon D70

10/01/2005 08:35:14 AM · #5

*poke* And how much have you raised so far?

Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 OIS

10/01/2005 08:46:52 AM · #6

Originally posted by blemt:

*poke* And how much have you raised so far?

So far, $925 in paid-up pledges. I have another $200 pledged but not yet received, and $22 in print sale proceeds to donate, for a total of $1147. I'm committed to raise at least $1,500 so I still need support.

As a reminder, anyone who donates at least $50 ($1/mile) gets a free print!

-Terry

Edited to update totals - Thanks Clara!

Message edited by author 2005-10-01 08:54:22.

docpjv

Fujifilm X-E1

10/01/2005 09:13:50 AM · #7

Dear members,

You most probably enjoy the benefit of good health. That is something not everyone can say so please show your appreciation by donating something for this very worthy cause. Together we can help Terry achieve the $1500 he set out to donate.

Please, however small the amount I think we all know it adds up.. pretty please..

Peter

Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS

10/01/2005 09:59:33 PM · #8

Originally posted by gibun:

Peter,

Thank you so much for your kind words and your very generous support! You are absolutely correct that it's easy for most of us to take our health for granted. Living with MS, though, means not knowing what the next day will bring. Symptoms such as dizziness, numbness, loss of balance, and even blindness or paralysis can come and go at any time and without warning.

Thanks for bringing us one step closer to a cure.

-Terry

buzzrock

Fujifilm X-M1

10/01/2005 10:02:30 PM · #9

I wish I had extra money to donate this year to the walk, I have done so in the past, as you know..
With that said, please keep up the good work, my Dad Lives w/the disease and its sad to see such a vibrant person be taken by MS..

Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS

10/01/2005 10:05:00 PM · #10

Originally posted by buzzrock:

Tim,

I'll keep your father in my thoughts and prayers as I'm walking next weekend.

Thanks for your words of support,
-Terry

buzzrock

Fujifilm X-M1

10/01/2005 10:11:14 PM · #11

This is Steve Cady (My Dad), when it hits, taken during my vacation in Florida, last nite I was there..
I asked if I could take the picture, cuz he's a proud man, and he said yes..
He was fine all week, then all a sudden he could do nothing, but get comforted by my stepmom, Anny..
Thats MS, and it sucks..

Jacko

Canon EOS-20D

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

10/02/2005 12:42:51 PM · #12

Great cause Terry. Keep up the good work. Was a pleasure to contribute.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

10/02/2005 10:48:31 PM · #13

Originally posted by buzzrock:

To me, that's the most frightening thing about MS -- how it comes and goes with no warning. Your father is fortunate to have family to support him when he needs it. Hopefully this walk helps him in some way.

-Terry

karmat

Apple iPhone 7

10/03/2005 12:29:34 AM · #14

5 days to go!!!

(how you feelin' Club? ready to walk walk walk?)

sher

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

10/03/2005 01:00:01 AM · #15

i'm so proud of you, Terry. thanks for all your great work for this cause. it's definitely not an easy disease to live with.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 (E-mount)

10/03/2005 09:40:58 PM · #16

I'm trying to help out HERE. I have sent this out to my customer list here in town as well in hopes of making the auction successful...

10/03/2005 11:19:34 PM · #17

Hey guys...

If you're waiting for the last minute, we're almost there! Please do consider donating... as you can see, even a small donation helps out a lot of people, including quite a few right here on DPChallenge.

Please also check out John Setzler's print auction as well. Please consider bidding on this... it is a high quality, professionally framed print that is definitely worth owning.

Thank you so much for you support!

-Terry

Neuferland

Google Pixel 2

10/03/2005 11:59:59 PM · #18

Okay, Terry, made my donation, not much, don't have much and you can't take my time, LOL so Good Luck and think of my Aunt Ester at least once during your walk, kay? She may be a crabby old biddy sometimes but she's one tough crabby old biddy who's still fighting MS and has been for as long as I can remember and I'm 43!

Deannda

Terry, the walking FOOL!