volunteer work - Multiple Sclerosis Message Board

glamour girl · 02-21-2009, 11:22 PM

Hi Gang

I've been up for what seems like forever and its only 5pm now. Got up early this morning 5am...

Now thats huge for me.
The MS Society had a MS cycle day. I did the volunteer work for the day. I am truly exhusted but boy the feeling i had while i was there was fan- tastic!!
I was just telling my hubby that. I so wana do it again. I've decided to put my name on the list and try and do more. God willing.. I'll do it.
The goal was set at $350.000 today the figue reached $ 405.000. That is terrific, mind you not the final total either.
I cant ride a bike anymore, weak legs from MS. But i sure felt like i was part of it all today.
My way of saying thank you to all who raised money and was able to do the ride for 3 hours not just here in Melb but to everyone who does these events around the world... Thankyou thankyou thankyou..

xx.

MSNik · 02-22-2009, 09:09 AM

Hey GG!! Congratualtions!! You sound excited and Im excited for you! Its been a long time since Ive heard from you...hearing that you are doing okay and having a great day, makes my heart happy! I have done the MS bike ride as a volunteer as well, in fact its coming up in May for us- and IM already signed up to volunteer again...its a great feeling, isnt it?
Ive missed hearing from you....I hope all the rest of your days are as good as this one!
Hugs
Nikki

MSJayhawk · 02-22-2009, 09:45 AM

Volunteer work is a great outlet for those with MS. It is good that you were able to participate. Good on'ya!

maxmadd · 02-23-2009, 06:00 AM

my family and I are doing the MS walk in MA on April 4th. It will be our first year walking. My team has raised $800 and our goal was $500! I am excited. The date of the walk is also significant for me because it falls one day after my year anniversary of my diagnosis. I am looking foward to being with friends and family on that day. Any little bit we all can do to raise money and awareness for the disease will help.
Karen

april1848 · 02-23-2009, 05:22 PM

Hi GG, long time no see! Congratulations on what you did. I did the walk last year, and it was awesome. A few people want to walk with me again this April, so I guess I'll do it again.

Bless you for volunteering for the event! I hope you're doing well; you certainly sound very invigorated!