MS Weekend

Mike, Emily,
Elliott and Jonah

Five years ago, my son-in-law was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis after his eyesight was severely compromised seemingly overnight.  He spent a few days in the hospital while tests were run and heavy doses of steroids were administered.  Gratefully, his eyesight fully returned within weeks.  And, so far, his weekly self-administered injections are keeping the disease under control, and have prevented any progression.

When our MS journey began, we were told Mike was one of the more fortunate victims.  He was fit, young, and his symptoms were "silent."  In other words, no one can guess Mike has MS.  But the best news was there's a very real possibility a cure will be found in Mike's lifetime.

To that end, every spring we actively participate in MS fundraisers and the St. Louis MS Walk.  Tomorrow is our annual garage and bake sale held at my daughter's house.  We've already donated a truck load of items.  (Every year I'm amazed that we find that much stuff!)  And I've spent the morning baking and packaging cookies.  Then Sunday is the annual spring St. Louis MS Walk.  The weather is predicted to be sunny and in the 70s, which will be so appreciated after years of walking in the rain and cold.

So, that's our focus for this weekend.  If you would like to help, I'll be collecting monetary donations through my MS webpage for the next couple of weeks.  Every little bit helps and is greatly appreciated.

Have a great weekend!