Today is MY birthday (never mind, which one!) and, in celebration of the 17th Anniversary of my 29th birthday (there, I said it!) I have partnered with the American Cancer Society’s Choose Campaign (unpaid) by hosting a special giveaway on my shopping blog (ditto) to help shine the spotlight on a sobering statistic:
One in three women will get cancer in her lifetime.
Considering my twin brother, Steve (yes, his REAL name) has been battling cancer for a few years, now (AND WINNING!)
I am committed to finding and sharing ways in which women can lead a healthier lifestyle.
Especially, moms like me – I mean, we do tend to put our children’s needs first, right?
So, in lieu of sending me birthday presents (ahem) I thought it would be nice to do something special, right here, on my blogger-with-children-who-does-not-blog-about-her-children-mostly-type-um-blog.
[sound of crickets chirping]
So, in honor of my older brother (by 3 minutes, still, older than me) Steve:
- For every comment I receive on this post (because, you know, some folks STILL read blogs) I will donate $1.00 of what I’ve saved through BlogHerAds, this year (up to $100) to the American Cancer Society.
[NOTE: I would be THRILLED with the usual 3 comments — thankyouverymuch — but, feel free to pass the word along; I am donating the whole shuh-bang, anyway!]
I will leave comments open for 1 week (because, I know that you are busy) and then post a copy of my donation receipt.
Why?
Because, it’s My birthday, being nice matters and cancer sucks wet poodle (der!) oh, and Happy Birthday, mah bruh-thuh!
© 2010 This Full House Blog
UPDATED TO ADD: COPY OF DONATION RECEIPT IS HERE — THANK YOU!!!
Comments
24 responses to “Less Cancer, More Birthdays!”
Happy Birthday, Honey!!!! I hope you have a great day! xoxoxoxoxo
By the way, that photo is one of the cutest ones I’ve ever seen.
Thanks, Melisa — the picture was taken at Hero's Square in Budapest (we were two years old) and it is my favorite!
Happy Birthday Liz! (And happy birthday to Steve, too!)
Happy birthday!! That picture is amazing…and so is what you’re doing 🙂 Good luck Liz!
Happy Birthday Liz and Steve! That is the cutest picture I’ve seen in a long time…
Happy Birthday Liz (and your brother, Steve)… I hope you two both enjoy a day remembering each and every wonderful year of your lives to date and get lots of comments on your blog about this post!!!
I am facing my own major birthday milestone ahead, but am in complete denial and have forbidden the number to actually be mentioned in my presence. Will blog something about that myself when we get closer to August…
In the meantime, enjoy your day and feel good about the days that have led you to this latest reason to celebrate YOU!!! Have a truly wonderful birthday, surrounded by those you love and those who love you!
Your AZ Cuz
Multiple comments count, right? Just checking.
You, my friend, Rock the house! And yes, I’m passing this along. Enjoy your day, and a margarita!
Happy Birthday!! I read your blog often and I’m de-lurking to tell you that I think your cancer donation is a great idea. My Mom was just diagnosed with breast cancer two weeks ago and I am truly inspired by your idea.
That is the cutest picture. Keeping your brother in my prayers. This post is very special, how sweet of you.
Happy Birthday, my friend! I hope you had a wonderful day, and this is an AWESOME post. I have shared it in my reader & will be back to comment again!
xo
Liz, you continue to be one of the most caring people we know. Our love to you and Steve on your mutual birthday and our wishes that the “Big C” has been blasted out of his body for good. xoxo Cheryl & John
Thank you for "de-lurking" my friend. You and your mom are in my prayers!
Hugs,
Liz
Happy big ol’ birthday!
Happy birthday! What a wonderful idea!
I love this idea as a birthday wish/present. Giving back instead of just receiving material gifts.
Happy Birthday to you & Steve!
Happy Birthday, even if it is a bit belated. I’ve lost far too many family members to cancer over the years. I’d like to see it get it’s arse kicked once and for all.
this is absolutely fantastic idea for your birthday!
wonderful idea and cause. happy birthday!
What a beautiful post! Thank you so much for doing this, this is seriously an awesome idea! Happy birthday to you!!
Happy belated birthday, my friend. Yes, I know I wished you one already – but this time it’s for a good cause!
Great idea…happy happy birthday to you and your bro!!!
xoxo