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After: the Ice Bucket Challenge

08/28/14 | live

Yesterdays post ended in a cliff hanger and I left a lot of you wondering who I was going to “nominate” in my Ice Bucket Challenge.
I am sure that there are some out there wondering if I even had the guts to do it.
Not only did I complete my ice bucket challenge but I also have video tape proof to boot!
The video went live last night on Facebook so you may have seen them already but for those who haven’t I have shared them below.

I didn’t swear, I didn’t pretend the ice-cold water splashing over my head was refreshing.
Because it was cold.
Dang cold!

But you can take a peak at the video for yourself.

Normally nominations happen before the ice hits the grass but I saved mine for after.
I had help picking out my nominations and Earlier yesterday afternoon I was busy conspiring with two other ladies in my Bible study group.
Instead of smuggling in Bibles the ladies smuggled in Extra buckets and extra ice along with a change of clothing.
Sneaky right!
I went first and then much to their surprise I nominated our husbands next.

Their reaction was comical to say the least and I haven’t laughed that hard in a long time.
My nominations “ice bucket challenge” followed suit and here is their video.

In all seriousness.

I know that your facebook feed has been cluttered with dozens of videos from your friends and family and I for one don’t want to add to that.

ALS or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is the fatal neurodegenerative disorder also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
The ice bucket challenge began as an idea to dump a bucket of ice water on your head, or donate $100 to ALS research, and challenge three more to complete the task or donate within 24 hours.
Like every good intention there are people that are going to “poo poo” what you are doing.
I have seen more than one article suggesting that this entire act is narcissistic and some of these same people are questioning where the funds are going.
To be honest with you, when I write my check for our donations I am believing that money will be used the way God has planned for it to be used.
I know that some are doing this for a few seconds of “fame” or just to be able to tell their kids that they participated when they ask about it 20 years from now.

I accepted this Challenge because a close friend’s father died of ALS in December for 2013.
My high school teacher french teacher also succumbed to this horrific disease and if this campaign raises awareness and brings us one step closer to a cure then it will be worth it.
With high donations already I am believing that one day soon a cure will be found.

I have a special challenge for those who “poo poo” the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
I challenge you can or help in a more tangible way and
Both will help safe and life and neither one require you to dump any ice water on your head.
Win win right?
The challenge is yours…. which route will you choose?

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  1. Debi says

    September 1, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    I wasn’t going to do the challenge but we did. I also donated. I think it is important. But I am glad that the challenge has raised awareness.

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  2. Victoria says

    August 31, 2014 at 3:07 am

    I am not participating in the challenge but I do like the cause. There are just so many “crazy challenges” on the web right now that are getting out of hand so I am trying to avoid any and all challenges. I am open to donating to causes though.

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  3. Kira says

    August 30, 2014 at 5:18 pm

    We were challenged but opted to donate instead. I’ve enjoyed watching the videos online and I am glad the campaign is a success.

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  4. Lexie Lane says

    August 30, 2014 at 12:54 am

    My father-in-law died from ALS and yes I hope the donations keep going. Glad to see so many people got into it.

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  5. Danielle says

    August 29, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    This ice bucket challenge has really taken off! I’m so glad to see people banding together for good causes.

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    • Heather says

      August 29, 2014 at 8:06 pm

      I know!! I didn’t realize how “pop culture” it was becoming until I heard Dave Ramsey share he’s doing the challenge today!

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  6. Brett says

    August 29, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    i donated. my kids did the challenge and challenged others. naysayers can say what they want, but donations are UP for ALS and that, in the end, matters a lot.

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  7. Liz Mays says

    August 29, 2014 at 2:08 pm

    Since you have a personal connection, I can see why doing this would be especially important. I’m glad they’ve raised a good amount of funds!

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  8. Taralyn - Keep Moving Forward With Me says

    August 29, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    This challenge has become so popular! It’s nice to see people rallying around a cause!

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  9. Rebekah says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:52 am

    I was really annoyed by the challenge at first, until I saw the actual outcome and the huge number of donations that resulted from it. It seems to have been a fantastic campaign.

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  10. mommy2jam says

    August 29, 2014 at 5:34 am

    My brother did the challenge and I was so very proud of him. Great way to raise awareness.

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  11. Debbie Denny says

    August 29, 2014 at 2:28 am

    Good for you. Great cause and most of my family have done it.

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  12. maria @ close to home says

    August 29, 2014 at 1:02 am

    we did the challenge as well as planning on donating. My husband had a “aunt” die when she was very young and I knew a guy in college who had it.

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  13. Trisha says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:56 pm

    I haven’t been nominated for the ice bucket challenge but I’m guessing that’s because I’m super pregnant and my friends think it might be mean to nominate me, lol! I think it’s wonderful how the challenge is bringing awareness for ALS.

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  14. Lois Alter Mark says

    August 28, 2014 at 9:37 pm

    Skipping the challenge but made a donation. I checked off that I only want it to go to research.

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    • Heather says

      August 28, 2014 at 9:40 pm

      Woo HOO!! My kids really wanted to see mom “get soaked” but it would have been warmer for sure to just write a cheque!

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  15. TheHouseholdHero.com (@HouseholdHeroMC) says

    August 28, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    It is great that this has brought so much awareness to a disease that has never gotten much attention. I too hope the money is used as it should. But I once worked ina nonprofit cancer related organization and it was shocking to see how much of the money raised actually wen to helping patients or finding a cure.

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    • Heather says

      August 28, 2014 at 9:41 pm

      Oh of course..they have all the corporate big wigs/ advertising/ ect. that needs to be paid for.
      So sad really.

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  16. Karon Warren says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    I’ve done the challenge and donated. I’m glad to see this organization raising so much money to help fight this awful disease.

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    • Heather says

      August 28, 2014 at 9:42 pm

      Way to go Karon!!

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  17. Tonya C says

    August 28, 2014 at 2:56 pm

    Well said! I’ve been seeing the Ice Bucket Challenge all over Facebook and wondered what it was all about. Thanks for the explanation.

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  18. Robin Rue says

    August 28, 2014 at 2:55 pm

    I’m actually not planning on participating in the challenge. I am glad so much money was raised, though.

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    • Heather says

      August 28, 2014 at 4:20 pm

      I wasn’t planning on participating either to be totally honest with you!
      Summer around here has been pretty chilly!
      I’m not sure what the totals are but every penny counts.

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