Hello Friends and Family,

Its been over 4 years since I received my kidney transplant, December 23, 2003.  I have come a long way since then and feel perfectly healthy now.  As you all know this has not always been the case.  I appreciate all the thoughts and prayers from all of my friends and family on helping me get through such a rough time.  However, our work is not done yet.  I have the opportunity to participate in the 2008 U.S. Transplant Olympics, held July 11-16 in Pittsburg, PA.  This will be my first time competing and feel with your help I can bring back a gold medal.  I will be competing in the Track and Field division, and my events are 100m, 50 yd dash, and the long jump (following in my Dad's footsteps). 

I haven't always been able to run and jump with the other kids my age so now it's make-up time.  Yes, God does allow us chances for do-overs.  In July I'll get my chance to get back the time I missed, and to be able to fellowship with other kids who have gone through similar experiences.  Everyone knows I'm not really the athletic type but I've been working hard at school as well as with my dad at home and feel confident about my events.

Now all I need is your help to get me to Pittsburg.  I will be competing with my team- TEAM ALABAMA.  It costs about $1650.00 to send each athlete to the games and your donation is greatly needed.  We are a 501 (3) (c) charitable organization and any amount you give will be tax deductible.  I am asking for your support in whatever way you can give it.  I appreciate any donation small or large.  As well do I welcome your emails cheering me on as I continue to prepare for the games. 

Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.  Also checks are welcomed too make them payable to NKFAL/Team Alabama and mail to my home address: 2539 Central Ave., Birmingham, AL 35209.

Thanks for visiting my website and much love to you all.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to everyone who you think might want to donate too!

*Dedicating the Games to my Living Donor , my Aunt LaShell Steele.  Thanks and I love you.*

If you are interested in checking out the games website:  www.transplantgames.org or teamalabama.org