- Patrick's November Surprise
- POB's Nude White House Protest
- Show your support
- New files: "Believe" and "Intermission"

GREETINGS, EVERYONE!
It’s been two years since I was handed the death sentence known as ALS, and it’s been one year this June since I began my fight against ALS and launched the Patrick O’Brien Foundation. I’m proud to say we’ve exceeded all expectations beyond what any of us could have imagined a year ago at the first POBF benefit.

We’ve crossed the state of New Jersey together in electric wheelchairs. We’ve
captured the often funny, sometimes sad and always heartwarming effects of ALS
on me and my family. We’ve shown the experimental medical procedure known as
diaphragm pacing, and most recently I’ve protested
naked in front of the White House (WARNING: nudity) against Bush’s veto
on stem cell research! Wow, what an inspiring year it’s been!

I am pleased to announce, save for two more film shoots which I will review later, the magnificent completion of two years of filming and the end of this phase of the project! Thank you to everyone who made this past year one of the happiest, exciting and most fulfilling years of my life.

Thirty hours of incredible film and video footage later, I enthusiastically begin the process of editing the film down to 2 hours. This creative process involves not only editing, but also musical scoring, special effects and other essential aspects toward the completion of this feature length film.

Now, more than ever, I need all of your help and support. One year ago when I edited the first promotional film for the website, I was still able to use the mouse and keyboard. Now, I am typing using a switch under my thumb. It’s funny, the more physically disabled I’ve become, the more diligent I am about accomplishing the goals before me.

Lastly, this movie needs a hope-filled ending. I am happy to announce I have one. In November, Laura and I will be the proud parents of a child. This is one of the final film shoots of the movie I’d like to do. Being a father is something I had always hoped for, but when I was diagnosed I crossed it off my list of expectations. I hope you will join us in celebrating this new little life.
www.patrickobrienfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2006/06/videos/believe.html

We will be having a party in New York later in the summer to celebrate the accomplishments made over the past year. We hope you’ll join us. Invites will be emailed and posted on the Foundation website in the coming weeks. I’m looking forward to seeing all of you again.

Wishing you and yours a peaceful and prolific summer,
Patrick Sean O’Brien

Show your support
You can support “October 5, 1974” in a number of ways.

* Forward this email
* Host a screening of the DVD: “Everything Will Be Okay”
* Include our website as a link to yours
* Tell as many people as possible about this film
* Pray for me and/or send me positive energy
* Donate money to help complete the movie

To make your tax-deductible donation, click here:
www.patrickobrienfoundation.org/donate-to-pob

To mail your donation, send a check or money order to:
Patrick O’Brien Foundation
P O Box 436
Reisterstown MD 21136

To see an ultrasound of Patrick and Laura’s baby, click here:
www.flickr.com/photos/patrickseanobrien/542680175/

To see Patrick’s White House Protest, click here:
(WARNING: nudity)
www.rebelwithoutastemcell.com