Best Year of My Life
A year has come to its end. Another year. A crazy year. Hell, what a year! It would be easy and not untrue at all to write about all the loss, the pain, the sadness and the struggle, because it…
Debbie Gattoni’s Story
Debbie Gattoni noticed her first symptoms in 2003 and by 2006 was using a walker. Her spirit is as strong as she travels, skis in a basket, enjoys family and friends. She is an inspiration to all of us. “I…
Sandy Cherishes Each Day
In June 2015, I was sitting alone in my doctor’s office, waiting on the results of an EMG. I was focusing on positive thoughts when into the room they walk, box of tissue in-hand. I’m thinking ‘this can’t be good.’…
A Message of Gratitude
“On this day, I thank God for the many things He gives me to ease the suffering associated with ALS. I am grateful for my eyesight, which allows me to take in so many visuals that bring me joy every…
Joy, Satisfaction, & Making Peace by Kris Cady, Wisconsin
I always felt very lucky in life—a true believer in fate and destiny. Never in my wildest dreams (nightmares) did I ever envision my destiny hurling me into life with a horrible motor neuron disease. I spent my free time…