ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE
You would have to live under a rock to not know about the ALS "bucket challenge". From celebrities to young children hundreds of my friends and co-workers have put themselves before us on social media with their "ice bucket challenge". This challenge actually began in frigid weather and ended when the heat and humidity of summer made it a refreshing treat. Some of the challenges were funny, some were ridiculous and some actually touch the heart. Those who did it in honor (of someone who is currently suffering this dreaded disease) or in memory of a loved one who succumbed to the disease moved me the most. Lately I have dreaded looking at Facebook as every other post is yet another one trying to "draw attention" It was mostly about "look at me" and now I challenge _____ who has "24 hours to comply!" What "moved me" were those who were heartfelt about the disease and really wanting to make a difference. Although we can justify this as a "worldwide trend" which raised a lot of money for a good cause, I wonder if other worthwhile causes could receive such notoriety if not started by celebrity sanction. I do fully support the difference this will make in finding a treatment and possible and end to this horrendous horrid disease. My prayer is all those who are now suffering from this diagnosis are heartened with some sense of hope.
One can only wonder what Summer 2015 will bring...
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