Cindy is about to be “locked up” courtesy of the Muscular Dystrophy Association! Please help bail me out! https://www.joinmda.org/westervillelockup2010/csnide.

The plea went out over Facebook, through LinkedIn, via email… and still I’m short… short by A LOT!

Last week my delightfully delegating husband routed a call to me that was meant for him. He heard the first few words…chamber of commerce, Old Bag of Nails, community, event…and decided that the call should be directed to the “marketing girl.” (Yes, that’s what they call us in the IT industry, no matter how old we are.)

I agreed to be arrested…(They don’t really give you much choice.)… and spend an hour in “jail” at the Old Bag of Nails Pub on March 25. It actually sounded like fun: an hour at a restaurant, a little donation and I will have done my part.

Perhaps I should have asked exactly how much my bail was going to be BEFORE I said yes. I got the email a few minutes after hanging up the phone and almost fell off my chair. $1600?! I’m supposed to raise $1600?!!!!! Thanks Rick!

My friends have been greatly amused by my plight.

From my Facebook:
“Isn’t life with Rick prison enough for you?”
“I think a little jail time is just what you need.”
“From the looks of things you may be doing some time.”
“I’ll send you a cake with a file in it.”

And from my supportive ex-husband: “YEAH, right! Enjoy jail!”

I hate to see what would happen if I really did go to jail.

So, here I am badgering, begging, pleading, groveling for donations.

It’s a great cause. And, although I don’t have first-hand experience with Muscular Dystrophy, Lauren’s disabilities have made me acutely aware of the challenges faced by victims and families of any disorder or disease.

Your 100% tax-deductible donation will help MDA continue research into the cause and the possible cure of the 43 neuromuscular diseases they cover. Your support of the MDA Lock-Up will also help MDA provide medical equipment, clinic visits, support groups and a magical week of MDA Summer Camp for the families served by the Association in our local area.

It’s easy to give. Just go to https://www.joinmda.org/westervillelockup2010/csnide.

I appreciate your support. But Rick and the kids will be the ones who truly thank you. Who will do the laundry if I don’t make bail?

Hmmm… on second thought…