Vertex Ambassador Program - Nov. 11 Update

[miked]

ATTENTION ALL OLD TIMERS...you will love this!!!

Yesterday I posted that I volunteered to be in Vertex's Ambassador Program.  Right now I'm in Cambridge, MA along with 12 other SVR people to prepare our stories to share with the untreated.  If 1 person decides to tx early because of what I'm doing then its been worth it.

Tonight at the reception dinner I'm sitting at a table talking to other ambassadors and Vertex people.  All of a sudden the guy across the table looks at my full name on my name tag and says, "Are you miked?", which is my nickname here on MedHelp.

I replied yes and he says, "I'm Adiamo1!"  I literally talked to this guy on this forum for five years while we both were working on our SVR...wow!  Adiamo1 (Eric) had treated multiple times and I remember thinking if he can endure all of that what am I whining about.  I met one of my mentors tonight for sure.

Then the woman sitting next to Adiamo1 says, hey miked, I'm electra22.  We shared many experiences here too!

Last but not least I also met a friend of NYgirl and had a nice chat and dessert with her.

This forum was a God-send for me while on tx.  Everyone should be thankful to have each other in this community.

It's a small world.

miked

[Janee56]

here here!!

[nygirl7]

Go forth Knight Mike and speak the words that shall slay the dragon!!

[Marcia2202]

Super Cool!!!!

You go guys and spread the word!

[Trinity4]

Thanks miked.  I truly see this as a very positive step going forward in the fight against Hepc.  I appreciate every one's efforts.

Trinity

[miked]

Hi guys,

This weekend I met some great people in a great program to help support people who are treating or considering treatment.

At this weekend's program we learned that we have to be very careful about what can and can't be said at this time.  There are new drugs coming that show a lot of promise but have to go through the formal process to be approved.  Under no circumstances would I want to derail something that may benefit so many people suffering.

I'm looking forward to serving in my new role and hopefully will have the opportunity to interact with many of you in the future.

Thanks,

miked

[babs824]

this is how the world should work. we pass on our strength to others. not often seen and surely this is capitalism at its best. go ambassadors!

[Susan_1a_CC]

Hi Miked,
  
I've just joined this board based on your posting how valuable it's been for you during tx.  I am in process of screening for a study and so hope to begin tx. soon.  Glad to know that this community exists.

Susan

[orleans]

very cool

[AnotherJourney]

Ditto to what Isobella said!

[Isobella]

Jealous me!!!!!!!!  I could have been there but for the fact that my trial is still considered open.

I can't say enough good about my experience with Vertex and the Ambassador program (even tho I can't participate until next year)

Yay for you miked....I know you will make a difference in the lives of other HCVers!!!

Say Hi to my dear friend Eric for me =)

Now go out and Kick It for all heppers everywhere!!!!!!!

Isobella

[orphanedhawk]

I have several friends from this forum.
One in particular, has become close. We chat on the phone and email regularly.

[pcds]

Could you share your experience with Vertex?

[IMstacie]

a truly small world.

[meakea]

This makes me smile, pure and simply!

[fretboard]

Great to know we're being represented with a number of supporters and forum members!!  I knew I was surrounded by winners, oh excuse me.  Ambassadors, very cool!!  Two thumbs up!!

[nygirl7]

Hee hee I know who you met Mike and yes indeed she is a great friend of mine :) so it Andiamo who I have met before too a very lovely man. boy now I really wish I was there it's like an oldtimers assembly meeting isn't it?

that's awesome enjoy hanging out with them they are fun people.

You made me smile today and today I really, REALLY needed it big time.  Thanks  Mike!

[foofighter]

Cool! I had just joined the board when you and VXman were comparing notes and was thoroughly confused (learned so much from you guys). Later following Andiamo (and others) as the good news was reported.

Thanks to you all. Now go forth!

[eureka254]

Thanks for sharing that, what a wonderful experience, you just made me smile from ear to ear!  As it's often said, if paths are meant to cross.... :).  And a heartfelt thanks to you and all those ambassadors for taking the straight direct path to helping others find the cure.
Best of luck, and 'bon voyage'! ~eureka