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Hello Augie, I have heard about ALS, but never knew exactly what is was. That was until a dear friend Mel took me to a concert 4 years ago. Well, that concert was Lowen & Navarro. I found out a short time later that Eric had ALS. He did not even look like he was sick. Well I just went to another concert not to long ago at McCabes. What a spirt Eric has!!! He is an inspiration, so Thank You for all your hard work and dedication. I am humbeled, I took for granted the little things.
posted by Tanya Parsons on 9/26/07 8:48: PM

God bless all of you. I pray we will find a cure. I will lift my voice to raise awareness!
posted by Laura Mann on 9/26/07 7:39: PM

My prayers and hope are with you. Thanks you for the inspiration and the education. Lynn
posted by Lynn on 9/26/07 7:38: AM

Augie...there are so many lives out there that you and Lynne have touched with your quest.I'm ready for my "hope" to be turned to joy...I was dx in 10/05 and I will hold onto your coat tails till there is a cure!! Thank you so much.
posted by Maddy H. Ohio on 9/25/07 7:57: AM

A very close and dear friend of mine lost her brother to this disease several years ago; the toll it took on the whole family was so hard to witness. Thank you Augie for bringing this information on the search for a cure to so many more people. It would be wonderful if each person who watches this video would contribute to the cure; no amount is too small as each helps add to a greater total. May God bless you and your family.
posted by Susan Wheeler on 9/24/07 8:17: PM

I pray for everyone that is diagnosed with this disease. It tore my family apart, and I'll continue the fight for a cure for ALS. Where there is love, there is hope. God Bless you all.
posted by Brenda Noe on 9/24/07 3:17: PM

AUGIE, YOU HAVE DONE SO MUCH TO PUT A FACE ON THIS DISEASE AND CHANGE THE DIRECTION OF RESEARCH. ALL OF US WHO JOIN YOU ON THIS JOURNEY WITH ALS PRAY FOR SUCCESS.
posted by Chuck Hummer on 9/24/07 2:31: PM

Thanks for giving us hope. - Sarah - Charlotte, NC
posted by Sarah on 9/24/07 1:23: PM

I have a brother Bobby Brannigan who has ALS. He has bee an inspiration to others as you are Augie. I'am so proud of both of you. Bobby has has this disease for 15yrs., and I can't tell you how proud of him I'am. All Of you with "ALS" are in my prayers. "JUST REMEMBER GOD IS WITH ALL OF YOU AND HE IS GIVING YOU STRENGTH, HOPE, POWER & WISDOM!" I LOVE ALL OF YOU, Christina Pinault
posted by christina Pinault on 9/24/07 12:49: PM

Hope this helps...
posted by Mark Susi on 9/24/07 10:15: AM

I didn't know that 5000 people a year die of this cruel disease. I only knew that it took my father who loved life away in just three short years. I thought it was rare and that most all others would be spared the pain and suffering he and our family endured. Without this research,more families will be left wondering "why us?". ALS is something I wouldn't wish on my worse enemy. God bless your efforts with this site, and I really do wish they name the cure after you.
posted by Bonnie Sheets on 9/23/07 8:00: PM

THANK YOU AUGIE & LYNNE, Bless you, for giving a voice to those who can't and for those who have been taken by the disease. My mom died from ALS, 10 years ago, she was my best friend, a beautiful mother, sister, wife and grandmother. I would like to help, would you please let me know what I can do to help. I continue to pray everynight for a cure and peace for those who are with ALS. Lets all join together to find a cure and wipe out this devastating disease once and for all. ~Blessings
posted by Cheryl on 9/21/07 8:51: PM

AUGIE: I JUST HEARD TODAY ABOUT YOUR ILLNESS AND HOW YOU HAVE RESPONDED TO IT! I AM PROUD OF YOU AND I AM PROUD TO SAY THAT YOU HAVE BEEN MY FRIEND I WOULD LOVE TO GET PERSONALLY INVOLVED IN YOUR CAUSE. IF YOU READ THIS GET IN TOUCH WITH ME SANDY AND I ARE PRAYING FOR YOU GOD BLESS YOU ED
posted by ED MARTOS on 9/21/07 7:06: PM

I think what you are doing is wonderful and keep living life. You are an inspiration. My prayers are with you and your family.
posted by Michelle on 9/21/07 6:32: AM

Hopefully a cure is found soon..
posted by rmcc on 9/20/07 9:23: PM

Augie, I look forward to the day when I hear that the cure has been found. What you are doing is amazing! You are opening the eyes of many people who going to help. God Bless You!
posted by Rob Mrozek on 9/20/07 5:43: PM

My father died of ALS seventeen years ago, a disease for which there is no cure, only a fateful diagnosis. Thank you, Augie and John, for raising the profile of this terrible disease and enlisting the hearts and hands of thousands of people in the cause. With your help, we WILL beat this rogue DNA gene that robbed my family of our dear father, husband, and friend. God bless you!
posted by Kenny Kemp on 9/20/07 6:11: AM

Augie, What a beautiful and touching video. I am sorry I missed the telethon.You have an amazing spirit. Thank you for all you are doing for ALS. My aunt was recently diagnosed with the same disease, and her father also had it.She is an amazing, loving,wonderful person. I'm sure a cure is closer to being found with your help. God Bless You.
posted by Michelle on 9/11/07 12:14: PM

Thank you, John! This is such an amazing avenue for those who deal with ALS to share their experiences. It's part of the cure. Keep up the good work!
posted by Desiree on 9/11/07 9:39: AM

thanks much for your help here. ALS Registry Act (HR 2295). Please contact your members of Congress and ask them to pass the ALS Registry Act. To learn more about ALS, go to www.alsa.org. House Subcommittee Passes ALS Registry Act We are extremely pleased to report that this morning, the House Energy and Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Health unanimously passed the ALS Registry Act (HR 2295). The bill is now cleared to move forward in the House and next will head to the full Energy and Commerce Committee. This is a tremendous victory and is one of the most critical steps in the legislative process, as most bills introduced in Congress never make it "through Subcommittee." please help us.
posted by Bobby Brannigan on 9/11/07 6:04: AM