Lights, Coma, Action!
A project in Austin, TX by Cavin Balaster000days
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I am raising money to publish the story of who I was (LIGHTS), how I sustained a serious brain injury (COMA), and my recovery (ACTION!)
Backers: 284
Average Pledge Per Backer: $64
Funded: $18,167 of $15,000
Dates: Oct 3rd -> Nov 2nd (30 days)
Project By: Cavin Balaster
Backers: 284
Average Pledge Per Backer: $64
Funded: $18,167 of $15,000
Dates: Oct 3rd -> Nov 2nd (30 days)
Project By: Cavin Balaster
$18,167
current pledge level
Last Updated: November 2 @ 13:45 -0400 GMT
121%
of goal
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Latest News
The MAMA Lions Club 
October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
A few weeks ago, I was contacted by a strong woman who's son is currently comatose. I want to share a letter that my mom recently sent to her. This isn't the first letter that my mother and I have fielded from a parent whose child is comatose, and,... (Read More)
Goal Keeper!
October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We have made it! I am so excited, and cannot wait to write this book! I have outlined my future plans and would like to share them with all of you to make myself accountable and to get your input. Please check it out! Goal Keeper Throughout my... (Read More)
Word Up!
October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Only 10 Days Left! New Campaign: Thunderclap Thunderclap is a way that you can donate your social media reach to a cause. Basically, you can agree to Tweet and/or post a short Facebook message that is pre-written. My message been approved and am... (Read More)
Real Brains? Brainreels!
October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Earlier this week, I was interviewed by a funny, charismatic, and witty brain injury survivor who, after sustaining a brain injury on her bike in 2010, started making comedy films about life with brain injury. This is the first podcast that I have... (Read More)
New Campaign: Ask Me Anything!
October 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Ask Me Anything! Mark Your Calendar! Monday, October 21st, at 4pm CDT. Today marks the halfway point: Day 15 of 30. Thank you all for your support! We have reached over 60% of the goal! I think that it is now time to branch out even broader, and... (Read More)
Half Way!
October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
We are half way funded already, and it has not even been two weeks! I cannot tell you how much your help means to me! If you haven't read the first chapter yet, check it out HERE, and don't forget to "like" Cavin Bounce on Facebook. I am working... (Read More)
Day 10
October 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Rock on! Time wise, we are 1/3 of the way through, and we have raised over 40%! I am fairly confident that, with your help, this project is going to make it! I am asking everyone to share the link on your Facebook, Twitter, a forum that you visit,... (Read More)
Day 10: Little Neuro
October 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We are on Day 10 and beyond 40% of the goal! I cannot tell you how much your support means to me! Don't forget to "Like" Cavin Bounce on Facebook This is an article that I wrote about what my observation is, as a brain injury survivor, of our... (Read More)
Inspiration
October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I have been told by a few people that this short 5 minute video is the most inspiring thing that they have ever seen. I know from experience, that people really like to be inspired, so please post it everywhere where it can brighten people's day!... (Read More)
Keep Moving!
October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I want all of those who have backed this project to know that YOU are the ones who I am inspired by.If no one cared, I would not be inspired to write, to speak, or to learn more about the brain beyond my own rehabilitation. You all inspire me to... (Read More)
First Chapter Now Available for Download
October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Read online or download the PDF: It’s About Time “It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds.’ I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never... (Read More)
Make a Splash!
October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
So, I Was Thinking... The internet has overloaded us all with, what my mom would call, TMI: Too Much Information. In order to make a splash, we need a team. You know how when everyone snaps their fingers at the same time, it is very loud. Let's do... (Read More)
DAY #5
October 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Only 5 days in and we have made it 1/3 of the way there! Please keep the momentum up by sharing this video anywhere and everywhere with a forum. People love to be inspired! I have a digital download of the first chapter of the book launching this... (Read More)
WOW!
October 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Yesterday was a big day! Thank you all so much! Let’s keep the momentum going. Please continue to share. It is very interesting to see the word travel like ripples in a pond. It only needs to continue for a month, and I need your help to keep it... (Read More)
Dirty Thirty!
October 5th - via: kickstarter.com
TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY! MY ONLY BIRTHDAY WISH IS FOR YOUR SMALL SUPPORT OF $1-$5. Today is my Birthday! It is unbelievable to me that I have lived to see this day after where I was 2 1/2 years ago! Some people fear the day when they turn thirty, but I... (Read More)
Good First Day!
October 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all! It is very cool to see these things finally coming together, and I am very hopeful that the project will launch, but I need everyones help to spread the video. It is crazy to think that only 2 1/2 years ago, I was in the hospital and... (Read More)
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