Over the past month, I have been seriously inspired by the Sidewalk Prophets' "Live Like That" CD. Every time we drive to the hospital, be it for routine appointments, meetings, or semi emergent problems, we blast "Live Like That" for the entire 45 minute trip. Now, I am the first to admit that I tend to shy away from overtly Christian music for the B4SMA Productions awareness videos due to the fact I want to ensure that everyone feels welcome and supported by B4SMA. That being said, I love listening to Christian music in my personal life and "accidentally" stumbled across "Live Like That" earlier this year. From the first time I listened to it, I felt truly compelled to create SMA Awareness videos centered around three of the songs from the "Live Like That" CD.
In case you are unaware of SMA, here is a bit of information you might find useful:
Quick Facts About Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA):
- SMA is the #1 genetic killer of children under the age of 2.
- SMA children with the most severe form often face quickly increasing muscle weakness, leading to paralysis and death.
- One of every 6,000 children born are affected by SMA.
- One out of 40 people, most unknowingly, carry this deadly gene.
- SMA does not discriminate.
- There is NO CURE, however, with funding for research, SMA is the most likely genetic disease to be cured in the next 2-4 years. A cure might not restore lost functions, but will stop further regression.
While August is recognized as SMA Awareness Month, for families who have had their lives irrevocably altered by the diagnosis, every month is SMA Awareness Month. Educate yourself and others about this disease and help us find a cure.
Save My Life SMA Awareness video
This is Not Goodbye SMA Awareness video
