WipeOutMS.mobi
December 19, 2011
I think having content that is mobile optimized is a good idea. With my windshield repair company I’ve seen clear benefits of having information that is easily used on a smartphone. I however have been disappointed in how the dot mobi domains have fared for a number of reasons.
In keeping with the mobile optimized information, I wanted to keep information on the Oklahoma MS fundraising events also available on a smartphone, to compliment the National MS Society’s website.
Therefore on this date the information is being moved to OnCell411.tel. Doing this I think will keep information available from a smartphone and by cross marketing will help expose others to our cause. Awareness equals more donations and volunteers among other benefits in my opinion.
The mobi domain is being pointed at the new information and I hope will be back up in a few hours.
Benefit to support The MS Bridge » Local News » The Edmond Sun
October 15, 2011
Another group that helped in the creation of the “Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence” is the MS Bridge. They are having this fundraiser to help support Oklahomans with MS.
According to their website MS Bridge, among the functions they provide is financial support to those that can’t cover the cost of medications, even if they have insurance. I agree the cost can be staggering for some with multiple sclerosis. While there are several medications that slow the progression of the disease they cost $3500 or more per month without insurance. The new oral medication costs $48,000 per year. A quote from their website is a real life example:
“Each month I spend on average $2300 out of pocket on medications to control my symptoms. Insurance helps, but even with assistance the cost is overwhelming. The drugs and other treatments have stalled my disease and I can’t imagine my life without them. This is the only way I can function.” Lori Evans, MS Patient, MS Center of Excellence.
“The MS Bridge will have a benefit concert, Musical Moments, at 6 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Gaillardia Golf and Country Club. The event includes dinner and a special performance by jazz pianist and Steinway artist Joe Augustine.
Other performers for the evening are local physicians and pianists, Dr. Gilbert Haas, Dr. J. Spencer Thompson and the Canterbury Choral Society Octet.
The event will benefit The MS Bridge, an Oklahoma based nonprofit organization that provides assistance to Oklahomans with multiple sclerosis. MS Bridge also supports research at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation’s Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence.”
via Benefit to support The MS Bridge » Local News » The Edmond Sun.
Stillwater Walk MS 2011 History
October 1, 2011
It was a beautiful day at Boomer Lake in Stillwater, Oklahoma site of the Stillwater Walk MS.
Cristy in the photo above getting the walk started. She and her team of volunteers did a fantastic job of organizing and putting this event together.
I can say it was a full 3 mile walk and I’ll bet I’ll feel it for a couple of days, even though 5 days a week I’m on my feet 8 or more hours a day. The trail is generally a nice flat surface with a couple of bridges and 1 or 2 hills. The lake you could tell was down due to the drought.
The park has a nice memorial to all the branches of the military. I took some pictures with my digital camera and as soon as I get a chance I’ll post them up.
At the end we had Chik-fil-A sandwiches and other snacks. The best part was Cristy announced that most likely the goal had been made.
I would like to thank all the sponsors of the Stillwater Walk MS they include:
Armstrong Bank
CBEW Professional Group
James Hodge
Love Bottling
Meeks Group
Michael & Anne Greewood
Muskogee County EMS
Okie Country 101.7 KTFX
SMC Home Health
Sprocket Wireless
Studio III Day Spa
Triple Play Sports 1580, 1020, FM 105.1
Finally, Muskogee it’s your turn for Walk MS, make it happen, here’s a link: Muskogee Walk MS
Stillwater Walk MS 2011 Is Here
October 1, 2011
While it is a little cool this morning, it is suppose to be clear and sunny.
I myself am ready to make that hour drive to Stillwater, home of the Cowboys. I’ve never been to Stillwater in the 30 years I’ve lived here in Oklahoma.
During the walk I will do like I normally do, upload photos live to our Flickr account, Flickr.com/WipeOutMS.
If you haven’t signed up to walk yet grab a jacket, go to Boomer Lake and you can register starting at 9 am. Here’s a link to help you get there: Wipe out MS.
Daily Weather Forecast for Stillwater, OK – weather.com
September 30, 2011
Looks like it might be cool to start but beautiful weather for Stillwater Walk MS.
Oklahoma Bike MS Finish Line 2011
September 18, 2011
Today is the finish of Oklahoma Bike MS at the state capitol south parking lot in OKC. Make plans to spend some time from 11 am to mid afternoon cheering on the riders as they cross the finish line.
If you need a map of the location the A.T.O.M.S. MS support group’s newsletter has a map here’s a link: Capitol Map.
Watch the Wipe Out MS Flickr page, Flickr.com/WipeOutMS for photos to be streamed live.
