Anyone who knows me knows that I do not ask for money for fundraisers. I believe, especially in times like these, that our charitable giving is a very personal choice, and we all have causes that are near and dear to us.

I’m making an exception for my dear friend Karen Miller. She has lived an amazing life of kindness and service to her family and community, as well as being a fantastic boss and mentor as I started out my radio career. She is, in a word, amazing. And when she was diagnosed with ALS, one of her highest priorities was that more be done to research and find a cure. If not for herself, then for those who come after her. I think that is a pretty powerful way to punctuate any life.

If you’re able to make a contribution for her team, however small, thank you. If you’d care to join us as we walk on Saturday, that’s great!

Either way, thanks for taking a moment to consider. I appreciate you.


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When someone you love gets diagnosed with ALS, the first thing you ask is what can I do to help? For many people like me, the answer is to participate in walkALS Georgia, which raises awareness and money to support Georgians living with ALS.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neuromuscular disease that slowly robs a person of the ability to walk, speak, swallow, and breathe. It can strike anyone and, although there has been a lot of advancements in ALS research, we still don’t know what causes it. An ALS diagnosis is fatal because there is no cure.

I am walking so that, one day, when Georgians hear the words, “You have ALS,” it will no longer mean that they likely will die within two to five years. I am walking so that Georgians living with ALS today know that they are not alone. I’m walking to assure that when they need help, they will be able to get it from ALS United of Georgia. I am walking to give them hope.

You may not know anyone with ALS, but you do know me, and I am asking for your support. Will you please consider joining me to make strides in the fight against ALS? You can join our team or make a gift to support our team. Either way, with your help, we can enhance the lives of people living with ALS, every day until we find a cure.