Friday, October 7, 2011

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

I think it is a really important thing to discuss.

And because it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

 Early detection is the key to Breast Cancer. 

Give your donations to the Cancer Society

I lost my sister-in-law Darylanne to cancer. She was 42 with a 8 year old little boy. 

That was 12 years ago.

She was the bravest and most courageous  person I have ever known.

Unfortunately she was not a miracle but you can be!

Get your mammogram!!!

I care about all of you!!

XXOO

Please!



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33 comments:

  1. Catherine DentonOctober 7, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    Love your painting. This is such a worthy cause. I lost a dear friend to breast cancer this year. I hope everyone is getting checked.
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  2. AnonymousOctober 7, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss Heather.

    I've been meaning to do some art for the cause too. You have motivated me. Love your painting! Happy PPF!

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  3. Ayala ArtOctober 7, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    So true! I am so sorry for your loss, she was so very young!

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  4. A'n'G JohnsonOctober 7, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    Losing family to cancer is always such a devastating loss. I think its great you have taken that painful history and turned it into motivation to really reach out to others in a proactive way.

    and the painting is stunning. those lips!

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  5. ClareOctober 7, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    Sorry for your loss - cancer is such a terrible thing - it seems every family has been affected. Thank-you for the gentle reminder to beware.

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  6. ShpangleOctober 7, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    Caroline of Carolee crafts has started a campaign 'Handmade does wear it pink' where a group of crafters are supporting this great cause..please join them, more info here: http://www.craftsforcharity.co.uk/p/Crafting_for_charity.html

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  7. Valerie-JaelOctober 7, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Love the picture you have made. You must miss your sister very much! Valerie

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  8. YvonneOctober 7, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Sorry to hear of your loss. Your painting is lovely. she has such a sweet face.

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  9. Lesley EdmondsOctober 7, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Lovely painting. I had my mammogram earlier this year and lost a friend to BC last year.

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  10. stephOctober 7, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    sorry for your loss...and yes I will take heed...thanks for your care...love love your artwork and happy PPF and a lovely weekend to you!

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  11. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfOctober 7, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    You are so right. And what a beautiful gesture to incorporate it into a painting.

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  12. EVAOctober 7, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    A beautiful and very apt painting for your message. A terrible disease indeed.

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  13. carol l mckennaOctober 7, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Thanks for sharing ~ hugs to you ~ your sister is 'watching over you' like never before ~ Love your painting and your art style ~ thanks ~Happy PPF ~ namaste, Carol ^_^ (Share the Creative Journey)

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  14. Karen IsaacsonOctober 7, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    beautiful painting and a beautiful message. knowledge is power and we all must continue to speak up about what we know - to honor those we've lost, and to help prevent more loss.

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  15. MelisaOctober 7, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    A beautiful painting and a very important message. We are losing far too many of our friends and relatives to this. It's easy to put it off, but so important not to.

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  16. AnonymousOctober 7, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Gorgeous painting and a timely message.. If only they could find a simple detection method for the other kind of breast cancer - inflammatory b.c.
    Faye

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  17. carlareyOctober 7, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Your painting is lovely. I'm sorry to hear that you lost your sister so soon. Thanks for the reminder to get checked, far too many of us don't. My appointment card is taped to my monitor.

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  18. ChristineOctober 7, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    sorry for your loss. You've done a lovely tribute to Breast Cancer.

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  19. Lilac & LavenderOctober 7, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    What a beautiful painting and such an important message! Thank you for sharing, lovely tribute...

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  20. SHERI COOKOctober 7, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Gorgeous and meaningful work this week. It's a wonderful tribute piece for sure! Happy PPF!

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  21. UnknownOctober 7, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    My mother is a breast cancer survivor, all thanks to early detection- you are SO right and thank you for creating a piece so full of meaning- both for yourself and for others!
    Happy PPF,
    Stephanie

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  22. GlorV1October 7, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Hi Heather.Great reminder to us all. I did get mine in June. Beautiful piece, but then your work is always beautiful. Thanks for the great post, have a wonderful weekend.

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  23. NicolaOctober 7, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Hi Heather, a wonderful message and a beautiful piece, so sorry for your loss but thank you for sharing this very important message!!! xoxo

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  24. KristinOctober 7, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    This is gorgeous! I love her eyes and mouth and of course the message - which, btw, I need personally. Okay, I will go (thank you for the reminder ;) xoxo

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  25. manomijOctober 8, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    I am so sorry for your loss, cancer is an awful thing. Art helped me getting through loss. I hope you find some comfort in that too.
    ManonX

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  26. UnknownOctober 8, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    A very good cause!!!! wonderful art piece too....Sorry for your loss and raising awareness is a great way to remember....

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  27. BeccaOctober 8, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Love this piece, and such a lovely reminder!

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  28. Tracey FKOctober 9, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    This was my first visit and I have loved spending time with your blog. Very inspiring work and you write really well also. Looking forward to following. Trace xx

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  29. Kristin DudishOctober 9, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    This is such a beautiful way to highlight such an important subject!

    xo
    Kristin

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  30. Daniele ValoisOctober 9, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Really pretty and sweet. Thank you!

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  31. FallingladiesOctober 10, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    wonderful work and such an important message, I'm scheduled for mine soon!

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  32. VictoriaOctober 11, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Gorgeous art and powerful post! Beautiful tribute to your s-i-l..amazing! Bless you and her and all who loved her..fantastic post!
    HUgs
    victoria

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  33. MelisaOctober 17, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    So pretty! I'm LOVING the little one, especially!

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