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May

Grohe LadyLux3 Kitchen Faucets to Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research

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I’ve seen a lot of ridiculous pink products being sold over the years to raise money for Breast Cancer Research, but this one should easily rinse the rest away. I know a lot of people take issue with some pink ribbon products because they don’t donate very much of the proceeds from each item, but this one is different; and, as far as I’m concerned, any product to raise money for breast cancer research and awareness is a good one.

This particular campaign makes me smile a bit, as I’m publishing this post on the 1-year anniversary of my father’s passing due to cancer – he was a master licensed plumber, who often recommended to me the Grohe brand of plumbing fixtures whenever a home improvement project popped up. You’ll laugh, but I did in fact get a toilet and a kitchen sink as ‘gifts’ once from my father. So odd as it may seem, a Grohe LadyLux3 Kitchen faucet just might be the gift that keeps on giving….

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CATEGORIES: Fundraising Events, October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pink Picks, Pink Ribbon Products

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May

10 Great Last Minute Breast Cancer Awareness Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

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m. Beth Parker

Still need to get your mother, grandmother, friend or family member a gift for mother’s day? Have they been affected by breast cancer in some way? Here are 10 great places to shop for Mother’s Day gift ideas, who have plenty of gifts that give back, including breast cancer awareness bracelets and pink ribbon jewelry, walk for the cure apparel and more.

TIP: if you don’t immediately see available breast cancer/pink ribbon gifts, use each online store’s search box & put in “breast cancer” or “pink ribbon” to see all related products.

A shiny new pink purse, wallet, luggage, laptop bag or tote bag: Pick Pink at eBags! Year-round we donate 10% of the retail sales price of any pink product to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Similar gifts can be found on sale at: Find Great Gifts for Mom! Use code MOM15 to save an Extra 15% on Luggage, Briefcases, Totes, Handbags & More. Free Shipping on $99+.

Collectible figurines, dolls, knick-knacks and home decor at Collectibles Today:Fight Breast Cancer – Show Your Support with these Collectibles and Gifts!
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Jewelry & Diamonds are Mom’s best friend! Here are special Mother’s Day sales & special offers from my favorite stores which carry breast cancer awareness and pink ribbon jewelry: ICE.com – Mother’s Day LAST MINUTE GIFTS – Up to 79% off last minute jewelry gifts for mom – May 2nd-May 31st, This Mother’s Day, get Mom something she’ll cherish forever. Save 20% with coupon code: MDAY20, 10% off Sitewide for Mothers Day at ShopDI.com with code: mom (TIP: use search box to look for “breast cancer” jewelry.) Take 15% Off for Mother’s Day with code MOM15.

You can’t go wrong with last minute Mother’s Day Flower delivery and special offers from these florists who carry breast cancer awareness vases and other gifts: 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Save 15% on Mother’s Day Flowers & gifts inspired by Martha Stewart! Shop now. or Honest Florist Send Mother’s Day Flowers
ALSO CHECK: 10% Off for Mother’s Day! Eco-Elegant Flowers, Chocolates, Gift Baskets & More from OrganicBouquet.com. Ends 5/15

Pink Ribbon rubber stamps, Susan G Komen notecards and get well cards from Expressionary helps Support Breast Cancer Research and Cancer Survivors Everywhere! Shop for Personalized Pink Ribbon Address Stamps & Note Cards.

Gift Baskets filled with anything you can think of: Mother’s Day Gift Baskets. Spring Themed Baskets. Register & Save 5% on Your Order!

Pink Gifts Galore – bracelets, accessories, stationery and more: Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer at Organize.com

Kitchenware & Bakeware by Pfaltzgraff : Shop our collection of “pink” products in support of Breast Cancer Awareness & Cook For The Cure® Presented By KitchenAid®!

Chocolate & Wine: Get 10% off at Chocolate.com with code GIFT4MOM until 51010. or Save 10% on all gift baskets and gift sets at WINE.com. Use code BASKET10. Expires 05.31.10.Or, Enter promotion code MOMSDAY to save $10 on select gifts for Mom priced at $50 or more. Hurry, offer expires 5/8/10.

Give mom a spa day every day with pink ribbon beauty products like these: All Orders over $49 Receive Free Priority Shipping from Apothica.com Clarisonic Skin Care System – Pink and shop the AVON Mother’s Day Boutique – Over 50 Fabulous Gifts that Celebrate Mom with Savings Up To 40%! Plus, Free Shipping Offer while you browse for Avon Walk for the Cure apparel.

Yikes! I better get shopping for my mom too!

CATEGORIES: Pink Picks, Pink Ribbon Products, Sweet Pink Tweets

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Apr

Golf Gear Inspired by Phil & Amy Mickelson

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m. Beth Parker

Following Phil Mickelson’s masterful win at Augusta in this past weekend’s masters tournament, the emotional golfer was thankful for more than his third green jacket.

In the past year, Phil Mickelson’s life has been less than par, as his wife, Amy Mickelson, just 37 years old has been battling breast cancer, and on top of that, his mother, Mary Mickelson, was diagnosed with breast cancer just six weeks after Amy’s diagnosis.

At the close of the 2010 masters, Phil and Amy Mickelson shared an emotional hug following his win. It was the first golf tournament she had attended since undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

Throughout the tournament, Mickelson sported a golf cap with the universal pink ribbon alongside his sponsors on it. Don’t forget: real men wear pink!

Whether you’re an amateur golfer aspiring to go pro, or just someone who likes to put around the greens, you can geared up to fight against breast cancer with these great golf products and women’s golf gear that donates to breast cancer research and awareness:

Lady Hagen Short Sleeve Tech Solid Polo Pink Ribbon – $29.99 Features Knit Collar 62% Pima Cotton 38% Polyester Moisture Management: Wicks Moisture away from the skin’s surface to keep you dry 30+ UPF UV Blocking Core Collection

Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Club Headcover – $24.95

GOLF APPAREL LADY HAGEN – $19.99 100% Pima Cotton Sponsor of the National Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Ribbon Collection DICK’S Sporting Goods Exclusive

Wilson Hope Players 18ball Pack – $16.99

Wilson Hope Golf Set – $209.99

Ladies Golf Apparel & Accessories at amazon:

Brooks For Her Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Skort $43

Brooks For Her Golf Skort

Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Balls – $9.95Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Balls Show your support for the fight against breast cancer with these pink ribbon golf balls. Sleeve of three.
Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Towel – $22.95 You’ll be amazed at how handy this towel is when out on the links, and knowing that a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer research all year round makes this purchase so much better. Give this towel as a gift to all your friends and family who are battling through and surviving breast cancer and help spread the word of early detection and prevention. A portion of the proceeds of this item will be donated to aid in the fight against Breast Cancer.

CATEGORIES: Athletes, Celebrities, Pink Picks, Pink Ribbon Products

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Apr

Breast Cancer Survivor & Actress Maura Tierney Returns to TV

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m. Beth Parker

The actress, reportedly doing well following treatment for breast cancer, is filming four episodes for the FX series “Rescue Me”, where she will return as a love interest for lead actor, Denis Learys’ character. Rescue ME is in its last season, so it won’t turn into a long term role for Maura Tierney.

Between the ending of “ER”, and being diagnosed with Breast Cancer, Tierney was supposed to take a role on NBC’s show “Parenthood”, but bailed out to undergo treatment for breast cancer.

CATEGORIES: Celebrities

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Apr

Martina Navratilova Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

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m. Beth Parker

Breaking news reports have been confirmed by the tennis great herself. Martina Navratilova, 54 years old, says she was diagnosed with breast cancer in January, following a routine mammogram, which led to a biopsy to determine the lump was a noninvasive cancer called ductal carcinomain situ, or DCIS.

The nine-time Wimbledon tennis champion underwent a lumpectomy in March and will start six weeks of radiation therapy next month.

CATEGORIES: Athletes

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Mar

Make April a Month for Activism & Awareness!!

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m. Beth Parker

Spring brings so many people out to take part in great fundraising events such as the Avon Walks for breast cancer, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, and local Susan G Komen for the cure fundraising events. Order your fundraising t-shirts and walking gear now and get them in time for the month of April. Then go pound the pavement spreading the word!

Gather your girlfriends and create a team to walk for the cure. Gear up in matching outfits from these great stores, or order t-shirts, stickers and pink ribbon wristbands to sell as a fundraising item:
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CATEGORIES: Fundraising Events, Pink Picks, Pink Ribbon Products

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Mar

These Kneesocks Were Made for Walking…in Relay for Life!

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m. Beth Parker

Breast Cancer Knee Socks - Relay for Life

I just came across these super cute kneesocks on Amazon! They come in a variety of pink, white, gray and black breast cancer awareness and pink ribbon designs and are just $3.95 a pair!

What a great idea to wear in upcoming Relay for Life fundraising events!

Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Awareness Relay for Life Knee Socks – Great for Fundraising Walks!

Buy Relay for Life Kneesocks at Amazon now >> Pink-Ribbon-knee-socks

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Mar

Playboy Playmate Shannon Tweed Discusses Breast Cancer Scare

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m. Beth Parker

Former Playboy Playmate Shannon Tweed, now 53 (and still gorgeous!) and rocker husband, Gene Simmons from KISS, who was also affected by breast cancer when his bandmate, Peter Criss shared his tale of being a male breast cancer survivor.

Fortunately for Shannon Tweed, the breast lump she found (and had removed) was benign. Still, it was enough for them to want to spread the word about “1 in 8″ women being affected by breast cancer. Gene Simmons made a plea to all men as well.

Watch Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed discuss their breast cancer scare on the daytime TV show, “The Doctors”:

Playboy Playmate Shannon Tweed and Gene Simmons discuss breast cancer

CATEGORIES: Celebrities

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Mar

Happy Birthday, Mom! Breast Cancer Survivor Turns 55

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m. Beth Parker

I don’t do that many super personal posts here. But today is a special occasion. Today is my mother’s birthday – she’s turning 55. I believe this year also marks 6 years since her lumpectomy and radiation treatment. Last year, my father passed away of cancer (30 yrs as heavy smoker) just 3 months shy of his 55th birthday, so that makes Mom’s birthday this year even more special.

Here’s to the American Cancer Society as well – Proud Sponsor of Birthdays!!

Hug your mom today if you can for me – I can’t (She lives 2,000 miles away!)

CATEGORIES: Sweet Pink Tweets

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Mar

Best Places to find Breast Cancer Wedding Favors

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m. Beth Parker

For those brides to be who recently got engaged over Valentines Day or the Christmas / New Year’s holiday, I just wanted to remind you to look at the Brides Attack Breast Cancer page I wrote last year, which covered all sorts of breast cancer wedding favors and pink ribbon bridesmaids gift ideas that might help you find ideas to raise awareness while raising a glass to celebrate your nuptials! Since it’s getting to be a popular page on the site, I’ll have to spend some time adding new wedding favors and pink ribbon picks to that page too! stay tuned…

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