Today marks the beginning of National Breast Cancer Month and this link has an excellent supply of information. Our family and so many friends have battled against this pervasive disease and I’m sure many of you would say the same.
Great strides have been made in the treatment of this and other cancers but much is left to do.
Let’s show our support in whatever way possible. Three cheers to all the people (and their pets) who were running, walking, rolling, in the CIBC Run For The Cure yesterday in so many communities!
In September, the dynamic Weekend To End Women’s Cancer walk was held in Toronto. If you’ve never participated in this inspiring challenge, perhaps next year will be your turn! Call your besties and get organized!
I was proud to host The Canadian Breast Cancer Support Fund here a few months ago. Here’s the link to that post. They have an innovative approach to raising funds that provide short-term financial assistance to breast cancer patients who are facing financial difficulties while they are undergoing treatment. Every donation, small and large, helps us to provide financial support for breast cancer patients for food, shelter, medication, prosthetics, childcare, various treatments and restorative therapies.
Think Pink Live Green
When you think of breast cancer, we want you to think pink and live green.
What a great logo! Founder Donna Sheehan recently let me know their new “GREEN” online store, Holly & Ivy, is up and running. 50% of all profits go directly into the cancer support fund. Pop over and take a look. There’s nothing better than paying it forward.
I want to send an enormous shout-out to Cynthia O’Neill, the founder and organizer of the Power of The Purse. This women’s conference (mentioned here last week) was an enormous success last Thursday. It was a privilege to be invited to speak there and the women of London, Ontario could not have been a more enthusiastic and involved audience. The energy in that conference centre was quite astounding! But then… that’s what women do so well …
THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO WAS THERE!
Here’s how the White House kicked off the month …
Hi Patricia!
Thanks for supporting breast cancer awareness. My grandmother was a 30 year breast cancer survivor; my best friend lost her mother and sister to breast cancer; and I have another close friend currently battling her second round of this dreaded disease. Here’s hoping for a cure. Soon!
~kristal
I love the picture of the White House. These are some amazing organizations, Patricia. What each one is doing is great, so I hope people will stop by their websites to check them out. Not just in October, but all year long because breast cancer doesn’t know just one month out of the year. I know I’ve said it before, but thanks for all you do to keep these important messages in the public arena.
We have to keep beating those drums, Tameri! Thanks for the terrific support you always offer.
I love, “Think Pink, Live Green”!
It’s a more progressive philosophy, isn’t it? Since you are one of our leading queens of green, I thought you might like it.
amazing groups, Patricia. The run for the cure is amazing. wow
The support every year is so impressive! Thanks for stopping by, Louise.
Love it!! Been visiting the Holly & Ivy shop to pick out some favs to order….
As always, Nat,you rock! I’m loving their products.
Terrific information and the links now have a permanent home in my favorites. TX