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It takes a lot to really impress me. I have known a lot of people who have done a lot of great things. In the course of my life I have interviewed mayors, sheriffs, congressmen, senators, war heros and many more "great" people. They were impressive but not nearly as impressive to me as a fellow blogger who has become a great friend.
Beth over at Queen of Ass is that friend. If you know her, you know some of her story if not you can read her archives (believe me, they are worth your time.) She is the strongest woman I know. She has done more with her life than a lot of people I know and has done so while dealing with circumstances that would leave most people lying in the corner in a fetal position sucking their thumbs and blubbering incoherently. Beth has Lupus and has had for the past several years. She blogs about it occasionally but most of the time she is just funny, snarky, sexy, intelligent and witty. She is always a good read and I highly recommend her blog.
Beth is also a hell of a photographer who was recently selected for publication in a calendar. She has decided that for the rest of the month, she is going to do something to raise money for the Lupus foundation. She is offering her photographs for sale with all profits going to the fight against Lupus. Her latest post talks about her struggle and why she is doing what she is doing. I would ask you to go read it and open your wallets to lend a hand. She inspires me to be better than I am, she makes me laugh on a daily basis and she amazes me with her drive and determination.
Beth, I am truly blessed to call you a friend. I really admire you and wish you the best in your struggles. You have conquered everything you have set your mind to thus far and I have no doubt that lupus will be sorry it fucked with you before you are done. You are the epitomy of class and grace and I'm proud to know you. God bless you babe.