Mark Ward Quotes

When we got the diagnosis, we were told there`s no cure and there`s not even any therapies that can be done other than trying to support him with the ventilator and for his breathing. So that`s kind of difficult to hear.

A lot of people say they wish they could do something to help, and in some regards, there`s not a lot an individual can do because of William`s particular condition. But this is one thing they can actually do. They can show up and be a part of it and help contribute to the MDA.

The Muscular Dystrophy Association was one of the first Web sites. Basically, we did a lot of Internet searching and finding out all the good things they do.

It`s not a gentleman`s agreement; it`s a valid, legal contract in every sense of the term,

If (a disaster) does come than we`ll be capable of responding to it,

The first spring, William was with us at home. We were able to participate in the Great Walk and we initially just went as a small family,

If these cuts aren`t restored, we`ll be working with the Legislature to replace the lost federal funds.

(Fayetteville coach Jim Schmidt`s theory of recognizing paid off with a win. After the game Schmidt said,) We needed to adjust to what they gave us and attack the goal strong. On the last goal, I told the girls don`t give up until the zero. ... we are getting better as a team in getting over defense to give us more opportunities.

This program is a broad examination of the natural history of the Maine Coast.

The next few years participating in the Great Walk, we`ve had a few more family members come and slowly but surely William`s team is growing.