Know Multiple Sclerosis

I am fortunate to be someone with very little. All I have done to try to make that a reality is take an interferon medication and try to live a low-stress life. I do not kid myself. I have done well because I happen to have a form of the disease that responds well to treatment. I don't deserve this more than anyone else - I've just been lucky. I know that may not always be the case, so I feel tremendous pressure to help the cause for those who need it now, but also for myself as I might need it down the road.

As someone with MS who has done well, I feel an obligation to be a leader and advocate for this cause. I encourage others to do the same. There are a lot of people with this disease. There is a large enough population where we can make a difference. That difference could be raising money for research; helping to support others; or, raising awareness so that others start doing either of those.

If you are reading this and have MS or know someone who does: STAND UP - DO SOMETHING. Regardless of how big or small the contribution - make MS your cause and leave your mark on this world. If you have ideas on how to help, feel free to post them as comments on this site.