Bike to Finish MS
I don't know how many of you have been touched by Multiple Sclerosis or know someone who's life has been changed by this crippling disease, but here is a chance to contribute towards benefiting those who have MS.
You might remember one of our previous posts on Baby Jay. His dad and our very close friend, Jim Villa was diagnosed with MS last year. It has been a challenging year for Jim and Christy and their family, but luckily Jim is able to manage most of his symptoms through reducing stress, getting enough rest, and eating a healthy diet. Although Jim is succeeding, you can see the effects of this disease even on his everyday activities such as working in the yard, attending church, and going places. The great news is that Jim, his dad Marty, and his buddy Josh are doing a 100 mile bike ride to benefit MS. Here is what Jim had to say about the MS Bike Ride:
"The ride will take place on October 13 and 14 and will start in Irvine - finishing in San Diego California. The National MS Society does this ride every year to raise money for people that are living with MS. The funds help patients receive education, in-home care, medication, physical therapy, and other equipment needed such as motorized wheel chairs. Many people with MS who have poor insurance or no insurance benefit greatly from these funds.
I am blessed that I do not need some of the benefits that the MS society provides because I have great insurance, and am very healthy. My medication alone would be over $1,600 per month if I did not have the insurance that I have. I feel that I can use my health to benefit others who wouldn't be able to do the ride because of the progression of their MS."
Jim's team goal is to raise $10,000 through this MS Bike Ride. If you would like to help the National MS Society achieve their goal by donating $$, please click here. If you would like to help them achieve their goal by participating in the ride, please visit the National Multiple Sclerosis homepage!
Oh yeah...and stay posted because Damion will be giving you his update from Partnercon soon!
You might remember one of our previous posts on Baby Jay. His dad and our very close friend, Jim Villa was diagnosed with MS last year. It has been a challenging year for Jim and Christy and their family, but luckily Jim is able to manage most of his symptoms through reducing stress, getting enough rest, and eating a healthy diet. Although Jim is succeeding, you can see the effects of this disease even on his everyday activities such as working in the yard, attending church, and going places. The great news is that Jim, his dad Marty, and his buddy Josh are doing a 100 mile bike ride to benefit MS. Here is what Jim had to say about the MS Bike Ride:
"The ride will take place on October 13 and 14 and will start in Irvine - finishing in San Diego California. The National MS Society does this ride every year to raise money for people that are living with MS. The funds help patients receive education, in-home care, medication, physical therapy, and other equipment needed such as motorized wheel chairs. Many people with MS who have poor insurance or no insurance benefit greatly from these funds.
I am blessed that I do not need some of the benefits that the MS society provides because I have great insurance, and am very healthy. My medication alone would be over $1,600 per month if I did not have the insurance that I have. I feel that I can use my health to benefit others who wouldn't be able to do the ride because of the progression of their MS."
Jim's team goal is to raise $10,000 through this MS Bike Ride. If you would like to help the National MS Society achieve their goal by donating $$, please click here. If you would like to help them achieve their goal by participating in the ride, please visit the National Multiple Sclerosis homepage!
Oh yeah...and stay posted because Damion will be giving you his update from Partnercon soon!
posted by Damion & Julie Hamilton at 10:39 AM
2 Comments:
you know i never told you this but i was born with cerebral palsy and disabled on my left side plus being ortistic. After 2 years one day i finally changed, the doctors said it was a miracle and they had wished they had made a documentary on me, but i always thank God for everything he has done in my life. I would love to help in some way guys, i cant afford alot but if there is anything i can do with any of my skills let me know.
Thanks for the great testimony! Awesome. Cute picture of you and your wife! Thank you for the generous offer re: your talents...we will let you know if anything pops up!
Sincerely,
Julie
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