May I recommend a documentary to watch?

[SetzKitten]

Monday, Oct. 21 at 9:00pm, HBO is presenting a documentary, Life According to Sam. It's the story of an amazing family I happen to know. Sam, 16 years old, has Progeria (a rapid aging condition). His life expectancy was 13 years. He and his mom and dad (both doctors, who created the Progeria Research Foundation) are the most inspirational people I know. Please watch it and fall in love with Sam. I know you will. They're fighting a tough battle, but seem to be winning!

Please post comments if you happen to catch it, Sam would get a kick out it.

 

[I Love Pluto]

Thanks for the info. I will be watching Sam & his family.

 

[Uncle Remus]

Monday, Oct. 21 at 9:00pm, HBO is presenting a documentary, Life According to Sam. It's the story of an amazing family I happen to know. Sam, 16 years old, has Progeria (a rapid aging condition). His life expectancy was 13 years. He and his mom and dad (both doctors, who created the Progeria Research Foundation) are the most inspirational people I know. Please watch it and fall in love with Sam. I know you will. They're fighting a tough battle, but seem to be winning!

Please post comments if you happen to catch it, Sam would get a kick out it.

Just saw the previews earlier today, looks very inspirational.

 

[debster812]

There's also a great article by Rick Reilly on espn.com about Sam, and how he has inspired the owner of the NE Patriots to befriend Sam, introduce him to the team, and donate a PILE of money!

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9834297/rick-reilly-special-patriots-fan

 

[burnurcomputer]

DVR set for Sam

 

[Uncle Remus]

We watched this last night and wow, what a smart child. Kind of ironic his mentality is so advanced for his age due to his experience of progeria.

 

[burnurcomputer]

Credits are rolling along with some tears. I hope Sam continues to have good health <3

 

[Gracie09]

A friends daughter is in it. She has the same condition. It is heartbreaking

 

[kate_wdw]

You're right - they are an amazing family!

 

[kate_wdw]

I hope Sam continues to have good health <3

My thoughts exactly.