Happy New Year

I'm happy to say that we've gotten the ball rolling when it comes to increasing Lupus awareness here in our little town. I am very much determined to keep Billy's story out there for others to learn from and possibly even help a few people along the way. My family and I had our first fundraiser/memorial and it was a good success. Next year is full of possibilities and opportunities to share Billy's story as well as increasing the level of awareness. There are so many people in my area and surrounding counties that either have or know someone who has Lupus. There's a whole lot of work to do, so next year will be full of things to do.

May each of you have a great new year. Be safe and healthy but most of all, have fun. From those of us here at Billy's blog, may the new year bring all you need.

Happy New Year!

In Memory of Billy....

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM HEAVEN

I still hear the songs
I still see the lights
I still feel you love
On cold winter nights.

I still share your hopes
and all of your cares
I'll even remind you
to please say your prayers.

I just want to tell you
you still make me proud.
You stand head and shoulders
above all the crowd.

Keep trying each moment
to stay in His Grace.
I came here before you
to help set your place.

You don't have to be
perfect all the time.
He forgives you the slip
If you continue to climb.

To my family and friends
please be thankful today.
I'm still close beside you
In a new specail way.

I love you all dearly
now don't shed a tear
Cause I'm spending my Christmas
With Jesus this year.

1990 John Em. Mooney Jr.

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Lupus Gene Finding Prompts Call For More DNA Samples

Wellcome Trust researchers have identified a key gene involved in the disease Lupus, which affects around 50,000 people in the UK, mostly women. The lead researcher behind the study has called for more patients to volunteer DNA samples to enable them to further study the underlying causes of the disease.

Lupus - or Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) - is an autoimmune disease which frequently causes skin rash, joint pains and malaise, but can also lead to inflammation of the kidneys and other internal organs. The risk of death in SLE is increased fivefold over that of the general population. However, because the symptoms are often non-specific, diagnosing the condition can be difficult. There is currently no cure for the disease, which can be triggered by viral infections, sunlight, trauma or stress, as well as puberty and childbirth.

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