Morning everyone ... we had perfect weather here in the DC area this weekend. And today marks the arrival of fall, one of my favorite seasons. Fall also heralds the arrival of Walk for Lupus Now, with walks taking place all over the country.

As you know, funds raised from Walk for Lupus Now Walks support lupus research, education programs, and patient and family support services. You can help people with lupus in your community who need your help.

Here are some communities with Walks taking place this coming weekend.

• Birmingham, AL -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Indianapolis, IN -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Kansas City, KS -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Cleveland, OH -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Toledo, OH -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Portland, OR -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• Memphis, TN -- Saturday, September 27, 2008
• New Haven, CT -- Sunday, September 28, 2008

If there is no Walk in your community, you can still help the LFA by setting up your own fund-raising page and participate in your own walk. For example, you could walk your local mall, hiking path or community park.

Together, we can find a cure.

Until next time, Wick