Food Allergy Walk

I was going to write about Ella's lemonade stand that she's put up last Saturday but after coming back from meeting with her school's principals, counselors, and teachers this morning regarding food allergies and 504 plans, and how to keep her safe and yet make her feel normal and included with the rest of the kids at school, etc., etc., etc. I AM REMINDED once again that food allergies are very real and they're not going away, at least not for a long time or until a cure will be found.

So here it is, folks! We're part of the FAAN (Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network) and we're participating in their annual walk/fund raising event on September 9th here in Houston. We did the same last year in Dallas and I was not very serious about fund raising then but I'm trying to get more serious about it this year and from here on. Any kind of support will be much appreciated. Every penny truly counts. The reality is that there are many scientists and researchers willing and involved in finding cures (not only for food allergies but for all other alianating diseases) but without the financial support their efforts can't go too far. I spread the word on my Facebook page hoping friends would open and read the links and maybe even donate. I sent emails to friends at work, and ward members. Now I'm on here, bringing awareness and hoping those who read our blog can donate and support this cause.

The details of the walk and more on FAAN here:

http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2012Walks/2012Walks?fr_id=2250&pg=entry

Our individual fund raising page is here:

http://www.foodallergywalk.org/site/TR/2012Walks/2012Walks?px=1807216&pg=personal&fr_id=2250

Thank you in advance for your generosity!!