I know, I don't usually do this sort of thing, but it's worth it so fucking do it.
See, diabetes sucks. It took my adoptive father's feet and
eventually his life. It's time to do something about this grotesque
disease.
Maybe some of you have heard of this, but recently I've
noticed a lot of press about these so-called "Real Life
Superheroes". People, like you and I, who take up a
comic-book style persona and try to go do good. Good beyond the norm.
They don't just volunteer at shelters, they put together whole sets of
helpful items for homeless people. They don't just toss a few toys at
the xmass charity folks, they collect boxes and bags full of them,
dress up in elaborate superhero costumes, and deliver the toys
themselves to underprivileged children. These people kick ass.
Right now, the Real Life Superheroes (RLSH) from around the US
really need to make one hell of an impact when they participate in an
upcoming "Walk to Fight Juvenile Diabetes" event on January 24th. It
appears that the Today Show will be tagging along after the RLSH
"Geist" while he and other RLSH participate by walking in the Mall of
America (MN), and these Heroes need your help to make the event a
success.
See, there's finally a cure in sight for diabetes. Yeah,
insulin is a way to manage it, but there's still no actual CURE for
this long-time disease. Now, we have a chance to speed along the
creation of a cure by contributing to the cause. In this case, by
supporting a runner for this fund raising event. A little bit will go a
good long way. Think of it as paying to make someone dressed up like a
comic book character do a bunch of exercise.
What's extra nice is not only does your donation contribute to
the cure, it helps promote the cause, meaning even more donations and
an even faster route to helping people -- particularly children -- who
must deal with the grinding disease of diabetes. Let's kick some ass,
people -- go donate, help a superhero and help people who are suffering.
To donate, follow the links below to the heroes' MySpace
pages, where you'll find thermometers to click on and donate. Pick
whichever participant you like best, no one will have any hurt
feelings, just donate! If you have any trouble finding their donation
links, they're also included below. Help them out, and I won't come
pester and tease you.
Whoever you choose, just do us all a favor and donate, because
seriously... diabetes is stupid and should be destroyed. Thank you.
~ Brent Elskan
Your Friendly Nieghborhood Bastard