When it comes to understanding the impact that Lyme Disease has on the lives of individuals and families, there’s no better source of reference than going straight to the proverbial horse’s mouth. That’s why in October of 2014, we launched “The Big Green Heart Tour” – a campaign to bring awareness to the eight hundred and twenty-two people diagnosed with Lyme Disease every single day.
In thirty days we traveled over 10,000 miles and interviewed more than seventy Lyme Fighters in over twenty states. And that was just our first trip! We hope to do many more. In fact, our goal is to show people the impact that one single day has on the lives of eight hundred and twenty-two people, which is why we’re going to keep planning trips until we’ve met and interviewed eight hundred and twenty-two Lyme Fighters.
Check out the gallery below to learn about the Lyme Fighters we’ve met so far (more pictures coming soon!)and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to know when we’ve started posting the interviews (coming May 2015).
Ryan
October 23, 2014: Had an absolutely fabulous time with Lyme Warrior, Ryan, who not only invited us into her lovely home but also hosted a group of other Lyme Warriors for us to meet. After bonding over films, music, and general artsyfartsy-ness on Twitter for the past year or so, it was such a pleasure meeting this girl (and her hubby) in person and spending some time in their awesome home. And don't even get me started on her adorable dog, Graceland. Even though she still has a ways to go fighting Lyme, it was great hearing that she's starting to feel a bit better and has started working again part time again. We had a blast with this girl and can't wait to visit her again in Richmond!