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Lori Hall-Steele

Lori Hall Steele, a 44-year-old single mom and freelance writer, was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease and chronic Lyme disease last year. She's got $50,000 in medical bills, and now her bank is threatening to foreclose on her mortgage within days. She's currently confined to a hospital bed and hooked up to a breathing machine, so she's unable to work.

A group of mom bloggers and writers are trying to save Lori's house so her 7-year-old son Jack will always have a roof over his head. To hear more or contribute to this great cause, click here.


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22 comments so far | Post a comment now
ashley September 16, 2008, 8:16 AM

What a tragic thing to happen to this beautiful young woman and her son. I lost a grandfather to Lou Gehrig’s. He suffered for a year and a half and it was terrible. For any of you that don’t know, it detiorates the muscles until you are just a skelaton. I feel for this woman and her child. Many prayers go out to this family.

Kristen Hains September 16, 2008, 10:02 AM

Thank you so much for sharing this story!

Toni September 16, 2008, 10:26 AM

Thank you for getting the word out about Lori’s plight.

Julie September 16, 2008, 10:35 AM

The power of individuals is amazing. I am part of this blogathon, and I can tell you that collectively, the $5, $10 and $20 really adds up to a miracle.

Teresa September 16, 2008, 10:45 AM

This story really shows the power of online communities.

Dara September 16, 2008, 10:52 AM

Lori’s story — and that of the people trying to help her — is an amazing one. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of little actions in our lives, this story is proof positive of the amazing effects those small choices can have.

Lori Tripoli September 16, 2008, 10:52 AM

It’s wonderful that you’re spreading the word about efforts to help Lori. Thank you!

Apryl Chapman Thomas September 16, 2008, 11:23 AM

Thank for posting about Lori’s plight. Together we can all make a difference.

Diana Burrell September 16, 2008, 11:24 AM

I’m touched by how generous people are. This is an amazing story. I am praying for a miracle for Lori’s recovery.

Tracy R September 16, 2008, 11:25 AM

This effort reminds me not only of the power of friendship but really that one person can make a difference! Thanks for sharing it with this wide audience.
Tracy

E.B. Hughes September 16, 2008, 11:44 AM

Thank you for sharing this story.

Kris Bordessa September 16, 2008, 11:51 AM

The combined efforts of so many is such an inspiration.

Amy H September 16, 2008, 11:55 AM

What a touching story, thank you for sharing. Prayers for Lori and her son.

Debbie September 16, 2008, 12:20 PM

This could happen to any of us. Thank you for sharing this story and I hope Lori’s condition improves.

Janene September 16, 2008, 1:45 PM

There really is…no place like home.

Thank you for sharing her story.

Jill September 16, 2008, 3:01 PM

Hopeful for Lori to keep her house and regain her health.

Thanks to all who have contributed.

Mary September 16, 2008, 3:23 PM

What an amazing community, to come together for Lori. Thanks for sharing her story.

Elaine Grant September 16, 2008, 3:41 PM

It’s amazing what a community of strangers can do together — and that the collective small acts of so many add up to such a helpful contribution. I’m keeping my hopes up for Lori.

Amy BC September 16, 2008, 4:06 PM

How wonderful to hear about a group of people that are working to help someone who has been stricken by an unfortunate series of circumstances. Thanks for posting.

Amy

Kelly H. September 16, 2008, 4:08 PM

My heart goes out to her and her family. What a horrible thing to happen. I hope they are able to save her house. Bless her.



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