Dear Joe,

I know you probably get thousands of requests like this, but I'm hoping you'll take the time to read this.

I was diagnosed 2 years ago with Multiple Sclerosis and over the last 6 or so months it has become almost impossible for me to walk without a walker or wheel chair. Also, my mind has been affected with vertigo, which is a daily problem. I haven't been able to work now for about 2 months. I'm working with some great doctors here in Chicago, but so far all of the treatments haven't helped ease up my MS. I am a really big fan of yours and I've been fortunate to see you in concert a few times. Anyway, my hands are the only thing that hasn't been affected by the MS and I was wondering if it would be possible for you to send me an autographed guitar. My 9 year old daughter is also a big fan, and she can kick some serious butt on Guitar Hero playing the Satch Boogie. I know you probably can't do something like this, because all your fans probably would love to have an autographed guitar. If you can't I understand and I'll still be listening to your music. It really helps my through my rough days when my body is having a really bad flare up.

Thanks for taking the time to read this, God Bless and please keep making music. It truly inspires me to push through my illness.