Get Pink'd!

Surprisingly, there seems to be a fair bit of controversy out there regarding organizations like the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation or the B.C. Cancer Agency. Many times (and I'm talking from close friends) I have heard statements such as, "I would NEVER donate to an organization who says they're researching for a cure. There will NEVER be a cure because the drug companies don't want one."

Hmmmm ... as a woman who has lived through breast cancer and who received tremendous information, support, and care through such organizations I respond, "I don't care! I support the organizations!" I want women to continue to receive the kind of support that I did.

To put my money where my mouth is, I have set up a team for National "Get Pink'd!" Day which is happening next Thursday, March 13th. Hoping to do a better job of fundraising than I did for "Run for the Cure" in October, I sent out a mass email to my staff, put up posters around my school, and placed a basket of 25 buttons on my staff room table. The premise is to "purchase" a button for a $5+ donation and wear it, along with pink clothing, on March 13th. Of course, the money goes directly to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

Much to my disappointment, I have had a total of three (3!!!) staff members purchase a button. Now, I'm NOT a pushy person, and I'm definitely NOT on the PA system daily reminding them that time is running out. However, they know me, and they know my story, and I just thought ... to say I'm frustrated is an understatement.

I was absent from my classroom on Tuesday to attend a workshop. Apparently, there was an argument between two students about breast cancer -- funny how often it comes up in our discussions during class. Using me as his example, one 14-year old boy was arguing that women don't die of breast cancer any more.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if that were true!

Unfortunately, we're not quite there yet. If you would like to help make a difference (NO PRESSURE!!), here are some steps to follow to donate to my "team".

"Get Pink'd" Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

- click on "search for a team to join and participate"

- search for "Yvonne Eaglestone, Ashcroft Secondary School"

- click on "Ashcroft Secondary School"

- click "Join Get Pink'd"

These steps will bring you to the right page if you desire to make a small donation towards battling this disease.

LET'S CREATE A FUTURE

WITHOUT BREAST CANCER!

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