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Wiener Writings => Off Topic / NDR => Topic started by: Kari on August 18, 2006, 05:11:49 PM

Title: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Post by: Kari on August 18, 2006, 05:11:49 PM
Hi All,

This is just a plug for the Alzheimer's Memory Walk that Drew and I do each year. Drew and I have loved ones who have been affected by Alzheimer's Disease. Because we have seen the devastating effects of this disease firsthand we like to do our part by participating in the Alzheimer's Association's Memory Walk each year. We will be walking in memory of my grandmother Frances Sniffen as well as Drew's grandmother Jan Miles who is currently suffering from Alzheimer's. I know that Alzheimer's has probably affected many of your families, and you can relate to the pain and frustration! Proceeds from the Memory Walk go directly to fund local programs and services designed to improve the lives of those affected by Alzheimer's. Any donations are appreciated, but please don't feel obligated.

If you are interested in making a donation you can follow the following link:
http://memorywalksd.kintera.org/faf/r.asp?t=4&i=161152&u=161152-93877463

To find out more information on Alzheimer's you can follow the following link:
http://www.alz.org/
Title: Re: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Post by: Dee Dee and Hallie on August 18, 2006, 06:51:33 PM
That is awesome Kari. I lost my Dad to that #!@*!! disease last summer, I miss him so much. He battled it for 10 years, it is a really horrible disease that eats away at them bit by bit til there is not much left of the loved one you knew. I hope they find a cure or at least better medications soon.
Title: Re: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Post by: Barb on August 19, 2006, 07:12:45 AM
I will be happy to contribute - in honor of both of your grandparents and dd's dad.......it is a heartbreaking disease and I pray for the cure to be found.   Happy Walking !
Title: Re: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Post by: Kari on August 19, 2006, 10:05:10 AM
Quote from: Barb on August 19, 2006, 07:12:45 AM
I will be happy to contribute - in honor of both of your grandparents and dd's dad.......it is a heartbreaking disease and I pray for the cure to be found.   Happy Walking !

Thanks so much Barb! We really appreciate your support/donation!

For your viewing pleasure...here are some pics from last year's walk. :grin: Penny participates and even gets her own shirt  :thumb:

Title: Re: Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Post by: Barb on August 19, 2006, 10:13:22 AM
I love Penny in her walking shirt - thats kewl that she goes too !!!!