Arthritis Walk

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Sunday, April 26, 2009
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Yesterday, 4/25/09, I participated in the 2009 National Arthritis Walk in Fenton, Michigan. I brought my own team, named "Team RA". It was a great expereince and it felt wonderful that I was proactive in taking steps to do my part in raising awareness to fight for a cure for RA. ...

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Great Job!
Scrizzy
Monday, April 27, 2009 at 01:09 AM

I love the fact that you could take part in such a beautiful cause. Congratulations and all the more power to you.

I can not walk.

So I am wondering what makes me so upset when I read about all of these beautiful causes when I can not even take part in WALKING? I say all the power to you if you can still walk, and I urge you to continue doing your part.

I do fundraising with my jewelry designs for cancer, and now you have inspired me to start focusing on OUR issues. Thanks so much for helping me with my decision. Thanks for being part of our cause.

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Laura
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 01:40 PM

I'm so glad that you decided to use your talent/gift for a cause that helps not only yourself/us, but others who are also suffering! I think that we all have gifts that are suited to certain things, and if jewely design is your gift, then You Go Girl! I'm still looking for my gift. lol! No really, I do like to walk and get out, get the exercise and knowing that it was for a good cause, made it all the more special! I'm sorry that you aren't able to walk, but God is saving you for something else...like jewelry design!

I personally LOVE jewelry, do you have a website where you sell or display your items?

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Scrizzy
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 06:41 PM

You are a sweetie. I wish you lived close. I live in Port Chester NY. My website is:

www.stonesinharmony.com

Thanks for your words of love and encouragement, and you are right, God disabled me from my personal trainer career for a better gift, both for myself and for the world.

You are a doll. Thanks so much. You made my day.

Lizzy (I put Sc before names as a silly weird quirky thing, which is why I am Scrizzy).

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Laura
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 06:58 PM

Awwww...thank you. You are very sweet too. I am in Swartz Creek Michigan, so not too far from you. Any time you want to talk send me a message.

Take care. Can't wait to see your jewelry!

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Lene Andersen
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 11:58 AM

it sounds like an amazing experience for you and the people on your team. Congratulations on getting out there and fighting back!

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Laura
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 01:42 PM

Thank you Lene, it was awesome and inspiring. I plan to continue with future walks and whatever I can do to fight back!

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kkickback
Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 01:05 PM
I there I have (RA) and live up in michigan...didnt know of the ra walk but i dont think it would have matter to much i have most day where i can't walk... you also asked about diet pills I would stay far away from them with the meds your taking I know the hungry thing is a big problem with me as well it seems like since i was dianogsned i been flared up and still hasnt come down...

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Laura
Sunday, May 24, 2009 at 07:13 PM

Thank you for responding. I'm in the Flint area, what part of Michigan are you in? The walk is actually in quite a few cities throughout the summer. So sorry you aren't able to walk most days. Is it from the RA? Hopefully with the right meds you will get some relief.

God bless!

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kkickback
Monday, May 25, 2009 at 10:26 AM

I live in central michigan small town called blanchard but you might now Mt. pleasant or midland well that is the area i am in and yes the walking is from the ra...It is very tought living with ra but im sure you know the doc wants me to start humira asap...so i will up date you if I have any major improvement...keep in touch its nice to talk to someone that kind of knows the feeling orther than the dr...

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Laura
Monday, May 25, 2009 at 10:27 PM

Well, good luck to you and I wish you the best with Humira. I go back to my Rheumy on Wed. I sort of think I will be switched to something new or maybe have something added. Not sure, but I'm not seeing enough improvement.

Good Luck!

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kkickback
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 09:59 PM

I know improvement thing...this week has been hard nothing wants to move...