I’ll Trade You the Pink-Ribbon Teddy Bear for Jerry Lewis Any Day
Ingride Tischner writes a critical analysis on Jerry Lewis, the MDA, and disability charity, in general.
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Muscular Dystrophy
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Suffering from Chronic Pain
A look at how having chronic pain has affected my life.
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“Were you in a Car Accident…” – Musings of the Uninformed
I was born this way (Cripple & Proud), but that does not stop people from asking if I’m in my chair, thanks to an accident.
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Jerry Lewis Can Suck My…….
I am sick of people saying those of us with MD just need to shut up and accept what Jerry gives us. Really???? Why should we accept anything from a man who degrades those with Muscular Dystrophy?
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What does a Cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Mean?
Spinal Muscular Atrophy is a degenerative, muscle disease. Researchers are claiming that a cure will come for the disease in a year. They won’t say what a cure will mean for the thousands of adults and children who have SMA.
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Getting a Wheelchair Accessible Van
I’ve had wheelchair accessible vans, in the past. Originally, they didn’t cost nearly as much as they do today. There were more resources out there, willing and able to help you purchase wheelchair accessible vehicles. Well, as part of my new year’s resolution, I’ve wanted to be able to get…
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Thank You to Everyone for Helping Make this a Special Christmas
I am truly honored to be able to tell you we raised $380 for our families with Muscular Dystrophy ($330 of it online). I cannot thank the Twitter community enough. Without all of you, my wonderful followers and friends, this would not have been possible. Expect an article after Christmas…
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Last Minute Assistance – Help Families with Muscular Dystrophy Have a Good Christmas
I posted about an annual fundraiser I have every year, where I do an adopt a family program for families in financial need. These families are struggling in part, because they have at least one child with Muscular Dystrophy. Last year, we helped three families thanks to many volunteers. This…
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MDP United’s Winter Holiday Adoption Program
Burton, Michigan – October 29, 2008: Muscular Dystrophy Patients United is announcing its second annual Winter Holidays Adoption Program. This program is specifically for families who have children with Muscular Dystrophy. Last year, MDP United was able to assist three families and this year the organization hopes to help between…
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