Monday, October 1, 2012

Are you aware?

October is Breast Cancer  Awareness Month!
Here at Bo Bunny we encourage every bunny to be aware.
This month on our blog we are going to give away one of these
adorable Pink Bo Bunny Purses each Monday.

All you have to do is share how being aware has helped you or someone
you know in the fight against breast cancer.

16 of our 20 employee's are women!!  We all promise to be checked and stay aware.
Join us and inspire women everywhere!


ps...  there will be no blog class in October, join us in November when we'll be
making Christmas cards and a Christmas countdown.

125 comments:

  1. My appointment for a mammography is on October 9th. My sister fought a breast cancer and won her battle 30 years ago!!!

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  2. A good friend caught her cancer very early thanks to regular self-exams. Awareness works!

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  3. A friend and co-worker through self-exam found lump got right on it but not before a hard battle that she won. Surgery and treatments she is healthy and still here all because she did the self exam and then fought hard and long. She is an inspiration.

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  4. I have lost many to breast cancer... I talk with all women I know of this and encourage early detection.. I just had my friend go thru treatment this last year... she is cancer free st this time.. Awareness works... my family has the gene so we are very proactive ... Cute bag too... :D

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  5. I have an Aunt that battled Cancer, and is a Survior!!!!!

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  6. I lost my beloved Aunt Bev to breast cancer and have several near and dear friends and relatives who are fearless survivors! I am only 42 but I get my mammogram every year without fail and raise money to support the cause throughout the year. You go girls!

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  7. When I was a bit younger then I am now! I also felt a lump and they removed it! I went to the doktors with my mom because I was 16 or 17 years of age! They asked us how we were related *grin* (we where lauging our heads of when we went outside the office! Luckly it was a good lump but it was really scarry I can tell you! And my mom is always there for me in times of need! I hope they will find a cure for this very bad disease.
    Have a wonderful week! BTW
    Love that bag very much hugs Amy :)

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  8. Self check-ups and a recent mammogram help keep me aware of what's going on with my body.

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  9. Being aware has enabled to me be there for two friends who fought breast cancer and won!

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  10. Being aware has enabled me to be there for two friends who fought it and won!

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  11. My best friend's mom is a breast cancer survivor thanks to early detection!

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  12. I have a dear friend going through inflammatory breast cancer chemo right now. She will survive!

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  13. My MIL and SIL along with other family members...because of early detection have fought and won the the battle. I will be giving this as a gift to one of them. I do my self exam and mammograms faithfully.

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  14. I had my first scare last year during my annual mammogram. I was lucky that it was only a cyst, and I am very diligent with checking to make sure there is no change. TY for offering this amazing bag.

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  15. One of our closest friends fought against this terrible cancer. She seems to be ok now. We are so happy and we spread the word. Please don't forget to help everyone as much as you can, especially our children. We need to be aware of all kind of cancer! Thanks for posting this to let everyone know that you are fighting too!

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  16. My mom (age 66) recently had a cancer scare, colon cancer.. I thank god everyday she went to get checked when she did or she might not be with us anymore.. The thought of losing my mom who is also my best friend is indescribable..

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  17. I know a lot of women that have had breast cancer and have survived it. I never use to do self exams or get checked. A Dr. found a lump and we had it removed and it turned out to be nothing. I promise to get a mammo every year since then.

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  18. My self exams once a month are the best way I can be aware. I have read several statistics that many women don't do them. They are vital to early detection.

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  19. I am aware of breast cancer with all the blogs and support each year going strong to get checked in Oct...thank you for the reminder and the giveaway....:)

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  20. Self check and avoiding the toxins in foods as much as possible.

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  21. I've had three friends that have battled breast cancer and have won. :-) I will always have a mammogram to stay one step ahead and stay in check.

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  22. During one of my monthly exams, I found a pea sized lump. I got to the dr right away and it ended up being nothing. I can only imagine what would be if it was something serious and I didn't do my exams.

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  23. I encourage my friends and internet acquaintances to get regular mammograms. I have one aunt who is a survivor and one who found her cancer too late.

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  24. Just had a mammogram this last month and all is fine. I have one every year. My father died of cancer so I do everything to make sure I don't.

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  25. My Mom was diagnosised with stage 4 at the age of 78. She had a car accident and they found it in an MRI. Sad thing is that she had a mammy the month before and was told she was okay. My Mom is a fiesty Irish woman who fought through the chemo and radiation. We took her for 1st year check up in August and so far so good! We have discussed this issue from our 12 yr old niece to the 23 yr old niece. All of them understand the importance of getting checked annually and self checks.

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  26. Thanks to my doctors teachings and widely publicized Breast Cancer Awereness ads I do self-checks and now go for yearly mammograms. Don't put it off!

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  27. I make sure to keep my yearly exams and have taught my daughters it is important to do self exams as well as have yearly exams when they are older.

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  28. My mother in law just found out she has breast cancer, she has survived a triple bypass a few years ago and I know she is strong enough to fight this.
    My grandmother also had breast cancer and won.

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  29. My co-worker has survived breast cancer. Watching her go through that experience, and being aware, I convinced my cousin to get a checkup when she mentioned that she noticed a small lump. She was going to ignore it, thinking "what are the odds?". Thankfully the lump was not cancer, but now she too is aware of the importance of self-checking, and then following up on anything she might find.

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  30. My mum had breast cancer over 30 years ago. she noticed a dimpling at the top of her breast and went to the doctors straight away. She had a mastectomy and is still around to tell the tale. I have just reached the age where she found her lumnp but check myself regularly and would have no hesitation in seeing my doctor immedialtely. She is my inspiration. Karen Seal

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  31. next Saturday we have a special activity with a group of friends,and what we raise will be donated to the Ana Ross Fundation breast cancer

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  32. My Mum sadly lost a 17 year old battle to breast cancer in 2005. She had 2 masectomies and also suffered mrsa in the wound and had to have 3 reconstruction operations. All the lumps she found herself through self examination.
    My sons (one born 40 weeks to the day she died (he was prem)) saldly never met the wonderful lady.

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  33. 11I have already had my mammo for the year...late September. My mom, aunt and grandmother all had breast cancer withing 3 years of each other. My mom and aunt are survivors of more than 27 years. My grandmother lost her battle after her cancer reappeared and became metastatic 10 years after her first diagnosis. In 2010, a "hotspot" was found in my right breast..Pretty scary stuff, but turned out to be scare tissue of some type..God had a hand in this! I am thankful that you guys are doing this!
    Lisa

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  34. My Gran died from cancer a few years back, so now I have my regular mammograms and pap smears every year without fail. Better to catch it early...than not at all.

    How I would love that bag, I am such a PINK freak, and it is oh so cute.

    Thanks for a chance...!

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  35. One of my co workers lost both of her breasts and her daughter also lost a breast to cancer. We all promote self examines and annual mamograms.

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  36. A very good friend of mine passed away 2 months ago from breast cancer. She went every year for her mammogram.They said they caught it early but the type of cancer it was just wouldn't give up. She fought a hard battle. Even though there was no family history she still got it. Never take your health for granted, it can't happen to you!!!! It happened to my dear friend. Always get checked!!!!!

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  37. My Grandmother died from breast cancer in the 80's. So much has been discovered since then - especially for early detection. I myself had a scare this year - but thankfully I am ok. I tell all my family and friends to keep "squishing" them regularly!!! Survival is possible <3

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  38. After losing my mom to colon cancer, my grandma to pancreatic cancer and my sister in law to ovarian cancer, I vowed now to lose anyone else. I get my exams annually and walk in the Revlon Run/Walk frequently to help raise money and donate where ever I can. I even called for an appointment for my girlfriend since she refused to and drove and picked up various friends from coloonoscopies and other exams. I refuse to lose more loved ones.

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  39. I too do my own exams, just last week my aunt told me she had to have an extensive exam, we are waiting right now, to find out what her doctor has to say. I will be asking for my first mamo this month, even before 40!

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  40. When I was younger I lost many family members to all types of Cancer...those losses made me aware to this day. I have a dear friend who battled Breast Cancer and WON!

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  41. My friend was diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer at age 33. She underwent a mastectomy, chemo, radiation and was declared cancer free 2 years later. She has since been able to get pregnant and is now the mom of a beautiful little boy! Thank God for her awareness and catching it on a self exam!

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  42. I too have lost many that I know to Cancer. I think no matter what your age you should get checked!

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  43. Both my mother in law and her mother were treated for breast cancer. I've encouraged my sister in law to pursue preventive care and early detection because of the genetic history - and I will make sure my daughter does the same.

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  44. I lost my mom to a reoccurence of breast cancer on May 5th, 2011. She was diagnosed 5 months after my dad passed away from pancreatic cancer. I thought I'd lose my mind. My mother fought like a real trouper and when she got tired or down I fought for her. For 5 years I stayed with my mom in another city 300 miles from my home to care for her. In that time our relationship grew in ways I never thought possible. On the day she died I layed gently beside her and said I would hold her hand until dad took her other one from heaven. She passed peacefully. Me I am still trying to cope. I get regular mammograms and ensure that my daughters know the importance of mammograms. Each year I sponsor my daughter and sister-in law in the run for breast cancer ( for health reasons I am unable to do it or I would!). I am currently working on a scrapbook album of the journey mom and I took together through her illness. To all those women who are faced with this insidious disease I say keep the faith and be strong and remember that your mind is a powerful weapon in this battle!

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  45. Because of my involvement in Relay for Life, an event put on by the American Cancer Society, I knew where to turn when my Aunt was diagnosed. I knew the phone number 1*800*227*2345 and the website www.cancer.org. They were able to help her in many ways. I tell all my friends that in the state of California mammograms can be free for the asking. There is no reason a woman should not be checked on a regular basis. Our local DMRI place gives a single long stem rose to every woman who comes in for their mammogram.

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  46. I'm a survivor & turned my efforts toward helping with the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in my community to help raise awareness & money for the good fight. I will be grateful for the day they no longer need to say to someone, "you have cancer".

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  47. I am aware!! I have lost a dear friend to breast cancer and have another who is a survivor. My sister in law is also a survivor!! Yay for Bo Bunny for doing this to help make more people aware! I am a cancer survivor 24 years strong. My thanks to everyone who supports cancer research!

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  48. I'm a survivor because my regular Mamogram last year caught a growth I did not feel during self exams. After surgery and treatment for stage 2 breast cancer I'm not only surviving, but thriving! I always remind those in my life to keep those regular check ups. The craft community was and is a wonderful support and distraction from treatment. Way to go Bo Bunny for helping with the fight against cancer!

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  49. i had a scare two years ago (when i was 43) and will not ever miss my yearly mammogram! my first one i had was on my 40th birthday as a gift to myself. not much scares me more than cancer, and anything we can do to prevent it, we must do.

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  50. My good friend Iris is a survivor because she did self exams and caught it in time. If my name is drawn I would love for her to win!

    Thank you for helping to make others aware.

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  51. My Aunt had breast cancer in her early 40's she had both breasts removed and lived for over 30 years after, she became a nurse after her cancer cleared as she wanted to give something back to the health service. I regularly check myself and have my smear test without fail and so does my daughter. My Aunt was a very brave lady.

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  52. I have 3 friends and 2 relatives that were all saved by early detection. It is so important to be aware of what is going on with your body!

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  53. I am in a survivor crop to raise money and awareness runs rapid in my famiy..
    So crop for tbe cure is working ith komen foundation in sandiego calif. Oct. 20th

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  54. After my SIL's best friend was diagnosed with breast cancer at an early age, I've realized the importance of getting checked yearly. She was lucky that hers was detected early and that's a great thing mammograms can do for you!

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  55. I lost my Aunt to breast cancer, and losing her has change a lot of our lives.
    I have participated in the CIBC Run for the Cure in Saskatchewan, Canada for the past couple of years, raised some funds, and participated in the run itself. I know I'm just a small part of what goes on to make a difference, but I feel a great accomplishment to make a contribution and hope that someday it will make a big difference in the fight against breast cancer.

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  56. I have had breast cancer not once but TWICE! Both times these were caught on mammograms - meaning early detection. Doesn't make the experience any easier but it does reinforce the idea that early detection is key! SO GET THOSE MAMMOGRAMS!!!

    I actively support Making Strides and Relay for life.

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  57. I'm always aware of breast cancer month as my mom had breast cancer and she's a survivor for over 10 years. Every year we do a 5K walk to raise awareness for breast cancer. This year the walk was yesterday and we went with some family and friends. Here is the link to facebook where I posted the picture
    http://www.facebook.com/#!/keren.porattamir

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  58. Breast cancer steals the lives of so many women. Self-exams are so important for our health. If I win this bag, I will give it to my daughters to share, so they can be aware and to remind them how cancer affects us all.

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  59. Love this bag! Sadly, I think all of us have been touched by breast cancer in some way whether personaly or through a friend of family member.

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  60. What a gorgeous purse, and such a generous idea for breast cancer awareness! :)

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  61. Cancer is something that touches all of us in some way at some time. Well done for encouraging all to keep aware of the problem and to be prepared.

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  62. I get mammograms every year. I have had 5 breast biopsies. I lost a very good friend to breast cancer. And, as a nurse I encourage many women to get their mammograms yearly!

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  63. My girlfriend at work did self-exams because she was aware. She caught her breast cancer early and is now cancer free!

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  64. I am a 15 year survivor. Monthly self exams, a yearly mammogram and a yearly visit to my oncologist help to keep me focused on my health.

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  65. My best friend of 45 years is a breast cancer survivor for nearly 10 years now. She has also had cancer in her pelvic bones after the breast cancer. My mom died of another type of cancer so cancer research is something I really support. I have been a supporter of breast cancer research long before my friend developed it. It has always been my pet project.

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  66. My 27 year old Sister was just diagnosed with breast cancer with no family history on either side of the family.... In talking with her doctor we learned that breast cancer is becoming more common in young girls because it is very common to store their phone in their bra, just like my sister did for many years.

    If you ever store your phone in your bra, know someone who does or if you come across someone who has their phone there - warn them of the increased risks of breast cancer.

    Thank you
    Tee

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  67. I wish I could say that I'd never heard of breast cancer, which mean that it wouldn't exist. It's a NASTY disease ... I lost my sister to this monster just under a year ago. I have never seen anyone be so positive and upbeat, despite how crappy she must have felt a lot of the time. I am acutely aware, and I pray that each woman who faces this disease does so with utter determination to beat it. Thank you for raising awareness!

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  68. I've been all too aware since my grandmother passed away from breast cancer 40 years ago. Those were the days before we knew that we needed to be aware always. Since then many friends have battled and survived.

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  69. I have one friend and were are saved by early detection. It is so important to be aware of what is going on with your body!

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  70. My family is no stranger to cancer especially breast cancer.

    My grt. gram and aunt died of breast cancer because they just simply were not aware and more recently my sister had a double mascectomy and reconstructive surgery.

    I wish it weren't experience that alerted my family and me. I wish there was awareness happening every day not just one month out of the year but I'm happy to be part of Relay for Life and help to get the word out.

    I hope I win so I can gift a bag to my sister . Thank you for the chance.

    Thank you for Everything you do! Here's to more birthday's this year :)

    Hugs and Blessings,
    KimberlyRae

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  71. My mother had breast cancer and thank God she beat it and has been cancer free for 12 years now. I found out I was pregnant with my daughter right at the time we found out she had cancer. We truly believe that my pregnancy was a gift from God at that time to give us hope and something to look forward to rather than letting the cancer get us down. My mother is such an inspiration to me because she fought and won and never let it get her down.

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  72. My sister in law battled breast cancer in her late twenties! She is a survivor and an inspiration to me!

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  73. I have had 3 Biopsies, all benign. Have lost 3 first cousins to cancer, so therefore I am having my mamograms done.

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  74. I'm at the age when cancer is popping up more among friends..awareness saves lives!

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  75. I had my mammogram last month! Have had one scare a few years ago with a biopsy scheduled, only to have the radiologist determine it was a fluid-filled cyst... I felt very lucky!
    DeniseB

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  76. Our family helps my Mother-in-law and her best friend run "Bowling for the Cure" --- it is a bowling tournament and the proceeds go to Breast Cancer research!! We have auctions, giveaways, bowling ... a ton a fun and all for a great cause!!!!

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  77. My Mom is a survivor of 5 years now. I'm so glad she got checked. I love you, Mom!

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  80. My neighbor found out very early and did very well. I make sure to get a mammogram every year and remind my friends

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  81. My grandmother passed away from breast cancer in 1999. She had only been in Canada for 3yrs. I think the lack of awareness in her country lead to her finding out too late. Hopefully we can bring awareness worldwide and get everyone checking. I have 3 sisters and we are definitely aware.

    ~juli

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  82. I found a very small lump, had it checked, and then removed. The scariest time for our family...I was so lucky there was no cancer.I am a large supporter of self exam and yearly mammograms.

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  83. definitely staying on top of the yearly exam

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  84. My mother was an 16 year of survivor of breast cancer and got it a 2nd time, Her battle for the last 3 years of her life was an inspiration to us all. She met all challenges with a smile, a laugh and joke and a new hat to match whatever color her hair was that week. Pumpkin hats and Orange hair was her thing for October. We all do a cancer walk in her memory, annually.

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  85. My aunt recently lost her second battle with breast cancer. My cousins, our families are grieving, but we will remember her courage during the fight, her good spirits and her love she shared with those around her. Because of her I want to do what I can to help in the fight for a cure.

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  86. Regular self-exams helped detect a lump for hubby's aunt (a three-year survivor!) and many, many benign lumps for me.

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  87. We heer in THE netherlands have a programm Thatcher evert womeb is checkend every fee heats. Unfortunattelly i wad not Lucky. Now à fes heads later i am oké again.
    We have THE yearly ladies run to collect money for research. We are proud sponsor of the event!

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  88. I had a scare my last mammogram. Everything worked out, but it was a very scary time. This was right after a 26 year old coworker noticed an ichy spot on one of her breasts. When she had it checked, it was cancer. She is doing very well now, but we've learned how important self exams and regular exams are!

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  89. My husband is a three-time cancer survivor...Hodgkins and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. When our neighbor was diagnosed with breast cancer, a few years ago, she came to us for encouragement and to find out what to expect with chemo. I was with her and her husband during her surgery and through her first chemo treatment. After a few visits, she called and asked if I would go to chemo with her again...she said I was way more fun to go with for the three hour treatment, than her husband, because I would play games with her and keep her mind off things!

    I went with her to every treatment after that...once a week for a three hour treatment and two hour trip to the cancer center, for almost 9 months. Since I was couponing at that time, I had a stockpile of groceries, and since they were having financial troubles, we were their own personal food bank. And of course we threw her and her husband the biggest Thanksgiving feast ever! Anything to keep her happy and her stress levels low.

    Now several years later, she's happy, healthy and thriving. I'm so glad that we could be there for her to take some of the fear and anxiety away and help her be aware of what was coming...and that it WOULD GET BETTER.

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  90. Unfortunately, that hasn't been the case for us. My cousin died from breast cancer 11 years ago. She wasn't breast aware at all,
    as I do remember my aunt telling me that she never checked.

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  91. Fortunately, several women I know have survived breast cancer. It's amazing what doctors can do as long as we get regular check-ups and mamms.

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  92. My mother had it... she won.. thanks to a Mammography... we all are very gratefull...

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  93. I have used my awareness to tell the next generation! I have two friends who have had double mastectomies because they carry the gene and their mothers and aunts died. One of them was doing a 3-day walk with her surgeon and other patients in San Diego, so I flew out from DC to San Diego, spent the weekend with my daughter doing breast cancer awareness stuff and cheering on the walkers! It was great fun. My mom was a survivor too.

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  94. My mom lost 1 breast, my friend at work on 09/28/12 had a mastectomy and my mammogram is scheduled for the 17th of this month. Love the bag and at work for October we are all (about 45 women) are wearing pink and pink ribbons!

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  95. good morning! i make sure EVERY female i know, no matter her age, is aware of how to do self exams...and for my 40yr old and up lady-friends: i bug them about getting annuall mammograms..we can ALL be in charge of our health by doing this very easy exam every month!

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  96. Oh, this purse is absolutely adorable. I would LOVE to have it.
    kosec@sbcglbal.net

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  97. Self exam, mammograms and awareness of changes in your body are the most important things we women can do. I am a "lumpy" person and these lumps don't show up on my mammo, so I also have to have sonograms. So far, they have all been lipomas (fatty cysts) but an ounce of prevention is worth the extra cost.

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  98. My aunt is survior, so i make sure and do my self checks and have a yearly mammogram. Thanks for helping keep this out there so everybody can stay aware of it.

    looneytuke1 at yahoo

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  99. I have been making appointments every year. Thanks for the reminder.

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  100. I am a 9 year BC Survivor. There was no family history, and I had never had a Mammogram, before I found the lump. I am very blessed, & have spread the word to many friends & family about the importance of a baseline mammogram & then annual ones after that!!
    This is a beautiful bag! I would be honored if I won to carry it everyday!!! Thanks for the chance & for spreading the word!!
    debpaint16@aol.com

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  101. We lost my mother-in-law to breast cancer. I'm praying for a cure for my daughters' and granddaughters' sake. I had uterine cancer, and I wish women would be aware of all gynecological cancers.

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  102. Getting regular check-ups has kept me cancer free.

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  103. I had my first appointment this year and it was easy and fast.

    It's SO important to take charge of your health overall!

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  104. Even if your'e young please get checked out. My daughter had ovarian cancer when she was just 16. Thank G-d it was caught early and she has completely recovered and retained her fertility. Thanks to all the wonderful doctors and nurses on the british NHS (free healthcare service)

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  105. Good for you Bo Bunny! So proud of you for supporting the fight against breast cancer. My sister died in 1998 from cancer which started as breast cancer. Since then, each year, my other sister and my two nieces participate and raise $ for the CIBC Run for the Cure. We have raised thousands of dollars each year for this cause. Each year we hold a Pink Party where we auction off donated items to all the lovely ladies that join us - Fun timea and raising $ at the same time! Oh I hope *we* find a cure!

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  106. My grandma survived in 1979, my mother survived in 2004, early detection works!! Squeeze the gals regularly ;)

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  107. I have just been diagnosed with breast cancer. My surgery is scheduled for Oct. 15 th. It is small and was found early.Yes early detection works!!!!Hugs to all! Brenda

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  108. Yearly Mammograms are very important to me! Had a scare last year personally!

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  109. Starting with my Grandmother in the early 60's and having 5 of my friends battle breast cancer in the past 3 years I know how important early detection is. All of my friends have conquered their battles and continue to share their stories for all women to have mammograms and do self exams. I am so proud of these wonderful women and admire the courage and dignity shown by them Just got good results back from my mammogram and will continue to have exams to honor all those who have fought the good fight and won!!!!!

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  110. I've lost too many to this horrible disease including my grandmother and a very young friend. Each year I participate in some king of awareness campaign - for two years now I have done this through scrapbooking contacts to get more exposure.

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  111. My mother in law got breast cancer last spring, but luckily she was in time and with 20 times of chemotherapy it was gone !

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  112. My mother in law is a breast cancer survivor!
    Yah Chris!

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  113. Hi there
    Over here in our small town of Timaru, New Zealand one of my fellow scrapbookers is holding a Crop for a Cause on 27 October this month. All money raised is being donated to the Breast Cancer Society. How special is she, It is a big job and was very succesful two years ago. Lots of fun make and takes, raffles and giveaways.
    A fun day with a serious side to it, but an awesome way to make people aware of a very nasty disease.
    Good on you BoBuuny for helping us be more aware!
    Thanks
    Joanne
    New Zealand

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  114. My Aunt is a survivor and every October I get my yearly boob crusher!! Let us all crush our boobies this month ladies.

    Staciy

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  115. I had an aunt with breast cancer, so I make sure to get my mammogram every year! such a simple thing to do, and so important.

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  116. My friend and I remind each other once a month to do a self-exam. This really helps us both to be aware of any changes and to stay on top of our health.

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  117. For all those women and their families that face this battle, KEEP ON FIGHTING!! The only looser in this fight is the cancer! Never give up!!

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  118. Hi; in my case I get a letter every year and must go and do my Mammography. It's not for free but after a certain age it's recommended to do it, and I do because I would really want to know early if I should have some sort of cancer!

    La Vikinga / Sweden

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  119. Always had yearly mammograms since age 40. At age 42 discovered a lump about a month before my scheduled mammogram and went to the doctor immediately. He sent me immediately for a mammogram and it was cancer. I am a 10 year surivor!!! Make sure to do monthly self exams and get yearly mammograms. rw2petty@cfl.rr.com

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  120. Lost both my Grandmother and Mother In Law Now I go on a regular basis and teach my daughter the importance as well!

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  121. I am back, last year I was diagnosed with breastcancer.... but it was found in time, so I got all the treatments including chemotherapy. I lost my hair. But now I am cured, I have my hair back, and I know who are my best friends. And that I have the greatest Husband and sons there are! I still have my checkups but I know I survived.

    Jacqueline DH

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  122. My best friend battled this awfull disease for 7 long years before she could fight no more. It began with breast cancer and spread to every organ and bone in her body.

    My mother now battles colon cancer and although caught early and treatments are beginning to take affect, it will be awhile before she is feeling better. She is 88 years young.

    If I am lucky enough to win this bag, my mom will be the recipient of it in celebration of her 89th birthday today.

    God Bless

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  123. I have lost a great friend to cancer. She fought a hard long battle. I get my mammogram every year and this year I had to get a second one. Luckily, it was okay but I still have to have another one in 6 months. Awareness is so important. Love the cute bag. Thanks for the chance to win one.

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  124. My Dr found a lump in May. scheduled my appointment for a mammography in on April. Everything turned out fine. So glad The Dr and I were on top of everything I am not 40 yet but I will now be checked every year. Have lost several wonderful women but awareness does work! Stay strong ladies

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  125. I think breast screening is vital to a woman's health. 8 years ago my mother had a mammogram and was diagnosed with breast cancer. Turned out the breast cancer was the secondary and she died 4 weeks after her scan. But I am so thankful for that scan because without it I wouldn't of known she was sick and wouldn't of had a chance to say how much I loved her.

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