A Letter from the President I hope this email finds you well! 2024 is looking like another exciting year for the LSI! Our Illinois Lupus Walks are scheduled for 2024 and the Walk Committees are just getting started. If you are interested in taking a more active role in the lupus community and helping to shape the Illinois Lupus Walks, I suggest joining a Walk Committee! We still have guaranteed spots in the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon! The spots are going fast so don't wait to finalize your spot. We have a terrific team. Members get training - either live or virtual - through Chicago Endurance Sports. Also, a singlet, fundraising page and more. The LSI Associate Board is hosting another Bulls Game! Tickets are on sale now here. Last year's outing was a great success, we hope you can join us this year. We have two support groups in the early stages of forming. You can read about Lavita Williams in this issue of the Butterfly Effect Newsletter. If you're interested in finding out more about a support group - or starting your own! - contact Lisa@lupusil.org. Support Groups are an amazing resource - and FUN! The LEARN Support Group and the Purple Swans went to see The Color Purple together in January! We love our volunteers! Lupus Warrior Donna Emery shared a photo of her family working at a health fair last fall. THANK YOU! See the picture below. And don't miss the annual Lupus Love Event coming up on February 16th! We look forward to working together in 2024. Together we make a difference. Mary | 
