Please help me fight Multiple Sclerosis

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

02/24/2003 11:05:23 AM · #1

Thank you to everyone who sponsored me in the MS Walk for 2002. With your help, we raised over $500 to help in the search for a cure. The support I received in my efforts for this cause was truly overwhelming, and I deeply appreciate everyone's contributions and encouragement. I've set a more ambitious goal of $1,000 for the walk on 4 May 2003, so I'm depending even more on your support this year.

The 8.6 mile walk (I ended up taking the long route, since that's what the people I walked with did) was a challenge for me last year, but a lot of fun. If I raise the $1,000 this year, I'll push my limits even further next year by committing to the Challenge walk, which is 50 miles over 3 days.

I've set an ambitious goal for myself, so I need your support now to make it a reality. Please click here to go my National Multiple Sclerosis Society pledge page and pledge your support using their secure servers. If you prefer to donate by cash or check, please email me at mswalk2003@clubjuggle.com for contact information.

Multiple sclerosis affects lives every moment of every year. At any time, someone with MS may suddenly be unable to stand up, hug their child or see a friend across the room. On 4 May 2003, I�ll be participating in the National MS Society�s annual MS Walk to help raise funds for research and local programs. It�s a small thing for me to do for people who face the devastating and relentless effects of MS every day. Step by step, I hope to bring the National MS Society closer to a cure. Will you help by sponsoring me in this year�s MS Walk? With your generous support, we can end the devastating effects of MS, sooner rather than later.

Once again, thank you for your generosity and encouragement.

Thank you!

-Terry Auspitz

What is MS?

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that randomly attacks your nervous system, wearing away the control you have over your body. Symptoms may range from numbness to paralysis and blindness. Most people are diagnosed with MS between the ages of 20 and 40, but the unpredictable physical and emotional effects can last for the rest of your life.

Multiple sclerosis diagnosis is a complex process. If you experience symptoms such as blurred vision, numbness in the arms or legs, unusual fatigue or difficulty walking, you should consult your family physician or neurologist.

For more information about the National MS Society, or to sign up for the walk, please visit //www.nationalmssociety.org.

Message edited by author 2003-02-24 11:11:30.

karmat

Apple iPhone 7

02/24/2003 01:57:42 PM · #2

I wanna help club, but I gotta wait till I get home (I am at work right now), but the real reason I am posting this is to

BUMP

it back to the front page! ;-)

BAMartin

Apple iPhone 5

02/24/2003 02:18:33 PM · #3

Terry, As one who is afflicted with MS, I just want to give you my heartfelt thanks for doing this. It is one of the biggest reasons I love you so much!

Barbara

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

02/24/2003 03:23:52 PM · #4

Originally posted by BAMartin:

Terry, As one who is afflicted with MS, I just want to give you my heartfelt thanks for doing this. It is one of the biggest reasons I love you so much!

Barbara

That's the main reason I did the walk last year and again this year. Knowing you and having people tell me about friends and relatives with MS reminds me that this is worthwhile.

Love you too.

-Terry

CreativeFlyPhoto

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

02/24/2003 07:52:48 PM · #5

bump :)

Malokata

Canon PowerShot G6

02/24/2003 08:46:59 PM · #6

You've got my support,

Martin

albright1

Canon PowerShot A10

02/24/2003 08:49:14 PM · #7

Terry, I didn't know you were doing this! Right on, and good for you!! I am really proud to know you! Your participation in this event is more proof that there are MANY good people in the world. Shine on!

KarenB

Canon EOS-70D

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

02/24/2003 10:55:35 PM · #8

*bump*

I will send you a check, Terry.

Question: Do we pledge a desired amount, or by the mile?

Gotcha

02/24/2003 10:58:41 PM · #9

You can count me in.

02/24/2003 11:48:09 PM · #10

You guys are awesome, each and every one of you and that includes everyone who has posted and several who have pledged support, promised a pledge, or were unable to pledge but offered words of support, but who have not posted here. So far I'm nearly halfway to my goal ($481 of $1,000), and looking at a very real possibility of blowing away a goal that I thought would be a stretch to meet.

Karen, to answer your question, the pledges are a flat amount, not per mile. I'll send you a mailing address by PM. Gotcha, did you want the address as well or were you planning to pledge online?

Thanks again to all of you. Your support means more to me than I can put into words.

drewmedia

02/25/2003 01:08:49 AM · #11

Terry,

Keep us updated on your progress, and best of luck blowing your goal out of the water! We want pictures! :)

Drew

sher

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

02/25/2003 01:36:38 AM · #12

please send me the address, too, CJ. as somone who suffers from a terrifying auto-immune disease that could easily develop into MS, Lupus or a number of other conditions just as terrible...i salute the work you've done for this cause and i would like to do anything i can to help.

take care...
sher

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

02/25/2003 07:34:35 AM · #13

Originally posted by drewmedia:

Terry,

Keep us updated on your progress, and best of luck blowing your goal out of the water! We want pictures! :)

Drew

Unless it's raining hard that day, I'll bring my camera, and the pictures will be posted.

I've sent the address to everyone that requested it. Just let me know when you mail the check so I know when to look for it.

Thanks again, everyone, we're over halfway there! With two months to go I've already collected $511, more than the total I collected for last year's walk ($504).

-Terry

Edit - Comma added.

Message edited by author 2003-02-25 09:48:36.

karmat

Apple iPhone 7

02/25/2003 12:59:22 PM · #14

*BUMP*

Sonifo

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

02/25/2003 01:20:53 PM · #15

I am in! Tell me what to do and which is easier. I sure hope and pray that you pass your goal. ;-)

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR

02/25/2003 01:57:11 PM · #16

Originally posted by Sonifo:

I am in! Tell me what to do and which is easier. I sure hope and pray that you pass your goal. ;-)

Hey, thanks!

The fastest/most efficient is to pledge online using this link to National MS Society's secure server. You'll need a debit or dredit card. If you prefer to pledge by check, I've PM'ed you with my address.

-Terry

myqyl

Nikon D3100

02/25/2003 04:47:03 PM · #17

I'm in :)

Whoops... I (((bump)))ed into the thread :)

BAMartin

Apple iPhone 5

02/25/2003 04:47:31 PM · #18

Terry,

I am so happy that you are doing this. Depending on what day of the week it is, I might be persuaded to come take pictures of it!

Barbara

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4.0L USM

02/25/2003 08:55:25 PM · #19

Originally posted by BAMartin:

Terry,

I am so happy that you are doing this. Depending on what day of the week it is, I might be persuaded to come take pictures of it!

Barbara

That would be awesome! The walk is on a Saturday, and the walk site is not far from a place where we could catch a train into the Philadelphia if you like.

-Terry

karmat

Apple iPhone 7

02/26/2003 12:26:06 AM · #20

One last bumpage before I go to bed!!!!

sher

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

02/26/2003 04:17:28 AM · #21

another "bump" to the top.

good luck, terry!! i'll send you a check tomorrow!

take care...
sher :)

sher

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

02/27/2003 03:17:54 AM · #22

*bump*

HBunch

HP PhotoSmart 315

02/27/2003 11:50:47 AM · #23

I've got the pledge sheet, and am taking pledges from co workers for you and the cause. We're scrounging up some bucks for you! Great work to Terry and everyone. This is a great thing that's happening. :)
~Heather~