Good Morning! Today our Hero is Kassi Figueroa and her mother. We are very grateful to Kassi for sending us herstory and enabling us to learn of her Lou Gehrig's Disease: After a decade of ALS facts in my head and statistics in my very DNA, you'd think I'd be able to dissect the disease in layman's terms in one short sentence. But I can't! Lou Gehrig's Disease is literally the WORST disease I've ever seen, and it's not an easy thing to describe to someone, because the very words give me anxiety. So...for those people who want a clean version, don't ask me. Because, although I wasn't the one lying in that bed for over a year, miserable in my own skin with my mind intact and WHOLE...I DID watch that person do it. She was my mother. My YOUNG, incredibly BRAVE, mother. She was 41 when she was diagnosed with ALS. My mom was always a busy person, but when she started suffering back pain and refused to sit in the car for long periods of time, we knew something was up. My mom had always been the first one to get excited about a road trip!! I made a trip up the Oregon Coast to Seaside and I asked my mom to drive up the coast and meet me. She told me her back could not handle that road trip and that it would start going in to spasms if she sat and the cramps were too bad to enjoy anything anymore. My parents started talking about getting some testing done to see what was going on regarding her muscles. I was 21, fresh out of the Navy and newly pregnant with my first child when my father took my mom up to Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) in Portland, Oregon for some neurological tests. We, or I...assumed it would be MS. That....I was prepared for.

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Good Morning!Today - Friday, November 28th - we bring you the story of Minna Mettin-Kekalainen.  “I like to associate myself with people who don’t believe in limitations,” she said.*Embrace the day-and Be Well,Team 2175 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:10.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:115%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;} Paralysis no Limit for SkydiverDate Published, Nov. 24, 2008

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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Good Morning! Today is November 26, the first day after Ben & Rick made it 2,175 miles carried on the wings of your thoughts, your prayers and your stories. While we will have to afford a few days for them to sleep and thaw out from the 66-day journey - you can expect to see photos from the Georgia segment of the Trail – and we can only hope they snapped some photos at the summit… You will also get to hear from them directly. In addition, we will highlight each of our Sponsors in the days to come, and continue sharing Hero stories as they come in. Remember too, the return drive North will be scattered with a few visits that we are eager to share with you.   It seems very fitting that Ben should reach Springer Mountain just before Thanksgiving Day. There is so much to be thankful for, starting with this beautiful day ahead. Wishing you a happy day – thank you for sticking by us through this incredible journey.   *Be Well, Team 2175    Thank You* and Happy Thankgiving!     

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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } Tuesday, Nov. 25  |    (6:10 PM) |  SPRINGER MOUNTAIN ! We've made it!  Just received word that Ben and Rick have made it to the top of Springer Mountain. What ride it's been. Expect updates. . .and pictures. For now - a little sleep. Thank you for all the positive thoughts, the prayers, the Comments and for sticking by and biting your nails alongside us all day. Until later - Here's to Ben, Rick and each and everyone of YOU. *CHEERS*  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tuesday, Nov. 25  |   (5:00 PM) No word yet... expect that Ben and Rick have either reached the peak - or will do so within the hour....Standing by! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tuesday, Nov. 25  |  Report from Tom via Cell Phone (1:50 PM) They are on their way to the finish at now 1:38, less than 9 miles left. To say Ben is feeling up and high would be an understatement. 65 days and soon, 2,175 miles will stand as a testimony to courage, will, and a commitment to make a difference. Meet you all at the top in about 3 hours... -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Tuesday, Nov. 25  |  Report from Tom via Cell Phone (1:15 PM)

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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;}  Ben, along with Team 2175 for ALS would like to offer thanks to our title sponsor, Jackson's - and our 'Best In Biz' friends, supporters, GarStars & Guests - at Great American Restaurants. Our Team is overwhelmingly grateful to have the support of Jackson's Mighty Fine Food and Lucky Lounge, named after former Corporate Chef Bill Jackson. Bill, along with triathlete Jon Blais, left an impression on Ben - which led to the formation of a team, and then a community, working together to raise awareness of ALS and make a postive impact in the lives of those living with the disease. Before becoming the Corporate Chef for G.A.R., Bill was Executive Chef at Carlyle in Arlington, Virginia where Ben now devotes his energies toward fostering a strong, vibrant staff. Bill Jackson "was a true spit-fire," Ben says, "living life the way we all should.  I don't believe it was chance that brought [his story] into my life." Shortly after Bill passed away in the Spring of this past year, the first foundations for Jackson's were laid. Jill Norton of Great American Restaurants, said,

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} To Friends and Supporters:Report from Rick via Text Message, 1:15 EST Ben did 46 miles yesterday and finished at 1 AM. He is doing 50 today and plans to finish around 1 AM. Tomorrow, he will go the remaining 67 miles. He is doing well and slowly trekking along, cherishing every last moment on the Trail. We both are very worn out and sleep deprived, we will rest more when we are done! We are both starting to get emotional, I predict there will not be a dry eye atop Springer. Keep Ben in your prayers...Despite the craziness, we are both well.  

   With two days left to the 2175 for ALS journey, we'd like to thank our Chief Outfitter and friends at Altrec.com for their tremendous support and for making the campaign a true reality.   Altrec.com joined our Team during the summer with the distinct desire to support Ben's effort to raise money and awareness for ALS. The Internet-based company, accessible from anywhere in the world, offers top notch gear for a multitude of Outdoor adventure-sports including, running, hiking, camping, wake-boarding, cycling, and climbing. We initially approached Altrec.com - looking to cover as much of the event costs through in-kind donations as we were able. At the time, we were without much of the gear necessary for a journey of this magnitude and getting ever-closer to kick-off.  Thinking the company might be able to donate a jacket or pair of running shoes -- we made the ask. You can imagine our surprise when Altrec.com chose to contribute, not one or two items - but enough Rucky Chuckys (Ben's trail shoes) to last him the full 2,175 miles, plus North Face jackets, shirts, Ultra-shorts, compression shorts, Clif Bars, and, our essential First Aid-Kit. Just to name a few items...(See Items on Gear Page!) 

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Recap: Nov. 14-20 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sat. November 14 Today Ben covered 54 Miles. He started the day off on the Trail at 3 AM - and ended the day about a half hour after midnight. There was at least one break during the day where he met Rick to re-fuel. It was, according to Rick, the hardest day yet - and they were lucky enough to have a place to sleep thanks to Mary Hill at the Mountain Harbor Hiker Hostel.On a side note - Ben had radioed into Rick at some point near the end of the day that he was having a hard time orienting himself. Since the radio picks up when Ben is within a mile+ of the car, Rick knew he was nearby.  Like the true coach that he is, Rick told him to get his head back in shape and find the Trail. Tough love, but soon enough, Ben's headlamp appeared in the distance. To give you a sense of Ben's mindset when he returned - he had assured Rick that he was "perfectly fine" and didn't need the extra attention.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------  Sun. November 1627 miles. The post-midnight arrival last night pushed wake up to 7 AM. Ben was on the Trail by 9. 20 degrees out.Carver's Gap – Elk Park area (elevation, 5,500 ft)Slept in the car for the night.  Mon. November 17 Rick Reports: A thin film of snow sits over the ground. Not enough to stick to the plants.Ben is shooting for 44 miles today - having awoken at 4 AM and headed out on the Trail at 5 AM. Rick expects him "home" at 9. PM funny slip of the tongue... 

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Hello! It's November 22nd, and a reportedly chilly day out on the A.T. We would like to introduce you to our Hero today, Tammy Brown. We thank her for allowing us the glimpse into her day-to-day experience living with ALS, as well as a sense of how this has re-fashioned her way of thinking and approaching relationships. In learning of Tammy's story, we also learn of a family full of heroes, putting in great effort to support the community dealing with ALS, and one-another. We thank you Tammy and the entire Brown Family - for offering your story and inspiring so many of those (so many of us!) in your orbit. Have a wonderful day today, and be Well,  *Team 2175 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Life changes with ALS | By Tammy Brown    In 1990, at the age of 18, I married the love of my life, Scott.  That same year I started working for Wal-Mart.  I wanted to move up with the company so in order to do that we had to go where the company wanted us to go.  We moved several times the first five years we were married.  I went into management for Wal-Mart running the automotive center in several different stores. 

It is important to thank those around us whenever we have the chance - and today Team 2175 for ALS would like to express our gratitude to our friends at GreatOutdoors.com who have been posting our Blog to their outstanding website, each and every day since Ben began on the Trail. Because of their contribution of online "real-estate," and extra-ordinary support in raising awareness for ALS - we are able to connect to a far wider audience than we could have otherwise reached. Their support has enabled us to share the stories of ALS Heroes from not only one – but two platforms. Thank you for hoisting us up on your shoulders, GreatOutdoors.com

GreatOutdoors.com is a special partner in the campaign to bring visibility to the ALS community; In this age of Internet, web-space is a commodity – and we recognize how fortunate we are to be featured - not only on the GreatOutdoors Blog - but also in an article written before kick-off and highlighted on the HomePage.

The story of 2175 for ALS sits alongside a collection of breath-taking, vivid photographs and stories of globe-trekkers; among other stories, you can read of James Martin, photographing the Equatorial glaciers and Blogging from South America; or Dave Hahn, who has climbed Everest for the 10th time in May; or Editor Peter Potterfield, writing of a hike at the base of Eiger in the Alps. The site is, indeed, a 'Window to the World' - and through writing and reporting, video and outdoor photography – gives us the chance to follow along and explore, no matter where we are or how far we are able to travel. GreatOutdoors.com features highlights in Hiking, Running, Cycling, Climbing and SnowSports…  We appreciate the heart behind this publication - and our sponsors' commitment to the cause.

November 21. We are happy to introduce you to Bobby Brannigan - our Hero on this clear and sunny Friday. Bobby has been part of this journey, keeping tabs on Ben's progress since the early days in New England. Not only has he been helping us to spread the word of 2175 through Internet Blogs and forums - but has opened our eyes to a wealth of resources and incredible stories of ALS Heroes. He pointed us toward Learning to Fall, by Eric Lowen, to the story of Stephen Heywood - and to the PatientsLikeMe website; In fact, PatientsLikeMe now maintains a Registry, "intended to help Persons with ALS (PALS) reach out to each other and stand up and be counted"; it originated as a mailing list that Bobby started.   Patients Like Me Website Patients Like Me RegistryOur Team is inspired by the work Bobby has done toward building an online community for PALS - and directing his energies toward ALS advocacy. We are eager to share with you, not only his story - but also to two videos of Bobby taking on the world of Extreme Sports: Skydiving! Not for the faint of heart. Ben and Rick hope to get the chance to meet him in person on their way back North. Our Team sends out a big thank you to you, Bobby!*It's a Beautiful Day -Don't let it Get Away*Team 2175 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Hello ALS community and Supporters of ALS, We are so excited to be 5 days away from the finish on Springer Mt. in Georgia, Monday November, 24th in the very late PM hours!  Ben has been pushing extra hard through the very difficult Tennessee and North Carolina sections of the trail.  The ending 300 miles seems to be just as difficult as the first 300 miles through Maine and New Hampshire.  What a way to end such an epic trek.  Today Ben starts the very difficult 2 day section of The Great Smoky Mountains.  

Today, November 20th, we celebrate Stephen Heywood - and the Heywood family. Stephen was diagnosed with ALS when he was 29 and set off a chain of events that spurred  his brother to create the ALS Therapy Development Institute. Please take a moment to follow the links provided at the end of the article to learn about the ALS-TDI, meet the Heywood family, and watch the videos from So Much, So Fast - a PBS Documentary filmed between 2000-2004. You will want to visit the website created by the Heywoods (and the ALS registry on the site, spearheaded by Bobby Brannigan) -- called PatientslikeMe.com - an incredible resource for the ALS community & pALS. Stephen died in 2006 at the age of 37 - and we are honored to bring his story - and that of his family to you today.*Be Well,Team 2175  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction from the PBS Documentary, So Much, So FastApril 3, 2007 To access this original article, please click here.  What would you do if you were 29 years old and found out that you only had a few years to live? Stephen Heywood chose to get married, have a child and rebuild two houses while he was slowly losing control of his body's movement from a crippling disease. In So Much So Fast, Academy Award-nominated directors Steven Ascher and Jeanne Jordan capture the remarkable events set in motion when Stephen Heywood discovers he has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

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