What a day!

I know I say that each and every year after the Summer Stroll for Epilepsy, which is the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan’s annual fundraiser and gathering. And, I might add…this year it didn’t rain! The Foundation holds the Detroit version of the Stroll at the Detroit Zoo, one of my favorite spots in the city, and of course, Hayden is so familiar with ‘her zoo’, at 4, she could give us a tour.

It’s always a bit emotional for me. I get to see old friends, make new ones, and really reflect on what living life with Epilepsy is about.

I have to admit, it’s more than just a walk around the zoo to raise money. As I looked around yesterday morning and said hello to all of the people I’ve come to know during the last three years (since we moved back the the area), I realized how much must be done to CURE this disease. Yes, CURE. Granted we all talk about treatments, medications, surgeries, support systems…but I’m looking to my doctors at DMC-Wayne State University for a cure. Really!

Someone on the stage did what I think is done at virtually every fundraiser for Epilepsy. They asked for everyone who has Epilepsy, knows someone with Epilepsy or is a family member of someone with Epilepsy to stick their hand in the air. I looked around and didn’t see one person with their hand at their side. Granted this was a fundraiser for Epilepsy, but it was so indicative of what we all know: this disease affects and changes the lives of so many. Why can’t we push for a cure? It’s something to think about!