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Team Renewed Hope is participating in the 2009 3-Day Walk for the cure. All proceeds from this lens go toward out walk totals. Together we can stamp out breast cancer!
WE DID IT!
Team Renewed Hope Has Reached Their Fundraising Goal for this year! Thank you to everyone who donated and shopped to help us support the cause.
(The 3-day Walk in Minnesota is August 21, 2009)
Success At Stacy Daze!
Stacy Daze Our Next Fundraiser!!
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Renewed Hope's Littlest Fan! Jennifer's 2 mo old neice visited the garage sale and wore her team shirt to show her support!
Garage Sale Success!
Thank you to everyone who made this year's garage sale a HUGE success! We raised over $650 for the 3-day walk all with donated items.Thank you to everyone who donated to the sale. We can't do this without your support.
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- Look Good;Feel Better is a free, non-medical, brand-neutral, national public service program created to help individuals with cancer look good, improve their self-esteem, and manage their treatment and recovery with greater confidence.
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Genetic Risk Factors in Breast Cancer
By Mai Brooks M.D.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women in the United States. In 2008, approximately 184,450 patients were estimated to be diagnosed with invasive cancer, and an estimated 40,930 were estimated to die of this disease. Furthermore, over 50,000 female carcinoma in situ breast cases would have been diagnosed. The etiology of breast cancer is poorly understood with multiple genetic and environmental factors involved in the initiation and progression of cancer.Scandinavian Twin Study: For years, there has been a hot debate as to whether the cause of breast cancer is genetic or environmental. Then in 2000, Lichtenstein and his colleagues at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden published their study of 44,788 pairs of twins from the Swedish, Danish, and Finnish twin registries. In this study, they looked at cancer risk with 28 different types of cancers and did statistical modeling of genetic and hereditary contributions in eleven different cancer types. For breast cancer, they clearly showed that only 27% of cancer cases were due to genetic factors. This was an even lower hereditary component than other common cancers such as prostate and colorectal. This study and others have confirmed the fact that over 70% of breast malignanciess are influenced by environmental factors.
BRCA genes: Although much attention has been made about hereditary breast cancer, only two genes are commonly tested for this cancer risk assessment. These two genes are tumor suppressor genes named "BRCA1" and "BRCA2" that are involved with DNA repair. These two genes only account for about 5% of all breast cancers. Because of the Scandinavian twin study, most experts believed that there are other yet to be discovered genes involved with breast cancer. Because the chance of having a BRCA mutation in the general population is so low, genetic testing is not indicated in most patients. However, if a patient has a family history of breast cancer, then a mathematical model can be used to determine if BRCA testing is indicated. The likelihood of being a BRCA carrier increases with the number of relatives who had cancer and if the cancers occurred earlier in life. For example, in families with four or more cases of breast or ovarian cancer under the age of 60, over 80% are found to have a damaged version of BRCA1 or BRCA2. If a patient is a carrier of one or both of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, her risk of breast malignancy dramatically increases. According to estimates of lifetime risk, about 13.2% (132 out of 1,000 individuals) of women in the general population will develop breast neoplasms, compared with estimates of 36-85% (360-850 out of 1,000) of women with an altered BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. In other words, women with an altered BRCA1 and/or BRCA2 gene are up to eight times more likely to develop breast tumors than women without alterations in those genes. The BRCA1 mutation confers a higher risk than a BRCA2 mutation. Women who inherit a damaged BRCA1 gene have a 60-85% chance of developing breast cancer at some stage in their lives and a 20-40% chance of developing ovarian cancer. For BRCA2, the risks are 40-60% and 10-20%, respectively.
Family History: Although the spotlight in hereditary breast cancer has been directed on the BRCA genes, the majority of patients with a family history of breast neoplasms are BRCA1 and BRCA2 negative. Even in these BRCA negative patients, however, there is an increased risk of developing cancer with a family history of breast malignancies. Six factors (unrelated to BRCA genes) have been studied in patients with a family history of breast tumors. They are as follows:
1. Degree of relationship: If the family member with a history of cancer is a first degree relative, the increased risk is much greater than for second degree relatives.
2. Number of relatives who have had breast cancer: People with two or more family members who have had cancer are at higher risk than those with only one affected relative.
3. Age of onset of cancer: If the relative developed cancer at an early age (pre-menopausal), the risk is higher than if the relative developed post menopausal breast malignancy.
4. Bilateral breast tumors: If the relative has a history of bilateral disease, the risk is greater than having a relative with unilateral disease.
5. Gender of the relative: If the family member with breast cancer is a man, the risk is higher.
6. Other related early onset tumors: If there is a family history of early onset ovarian cancer, this incurs an increased risk for a person.
How to decide whether you need the BRCA gene test
The following is an excerpt from the American Society of Breast Surgeons:
2. Two primary breast tumors, either bilateral or ipsilateral
3. A family history of early onset breast malignancy
4. Male breast neoplasm
5. A personal or family history of ovarian cancer
6. Ashkenazi (Eastern European) Jewish heritage
7. A previously identified BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation in the family
Any one of these features alone indicates a risk for harboring a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation. The presence of more than one of these features raises that risk to greater than 10%, the traditional cutoff for recommending a BRCA test. Such patients should have access to BRCA testing. A simple risk-calculation model based on the prevalence of mutations seen among women tested for BRCA mutations is available at http://www.brcacalculator.com
Dr. Mai Brooks is a surgical oncologist/general surgeon, with expertise in early detection and prevention of cancer. More at [http://www.drbrooksmd.com]http://www.drbrooksmd.com, and http://www.thecancerexperience.wordpress.com
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When we walked last year (2008) we met so many wonderful people and a few characters like our friend pictured above. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie, support and yes of hope!
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Breast Cancer: What Women Should Know
By Robert Thatcher
From relative obscurity, breast cancer has become one of the leading causes of deaths among women in the world. In 2001, about 200,000 cases of breast cancer have been reported in the United States, making it the second leading cause of cancer death in the US. It is, in fact, the most common malignancy problem that is affecting women in North America and Europe today.But what is breast cancer and how do people get it?
Breast cancer occurs when malignant tumors in the breast grow and start to affect other tissues in the body. There is still no clear indications how tumors are created but what is often observed is that cancerous cells usually comes from ducts or glands.
Although women's health organizations advise women to massage the breast daily and to feel for any lumps, it may a long time before a cancerous cell get big enough for us to feel it. By that time, it may already be too late. Doctors make use of mammograms for their diagnosis.
Breast at risk
All women are actually at risk, with the risk increasing with the presence of some risk factors that are already part of the natural cycle, for example, aging. Family history of breast cancer can also significantly affect the prognosis as heredity has been found to play a role. Women who got their periods before they were 12 years old and those who never had or had children after 30 years old are also more likely to develop breast cancer.
There are also risk factors that medical science can help alter such as hormonal problems through replacement therapies. Women are also advised to decrease their consumption of alcoholic drinks, exercise every day and decrease the use of birth control pills. Breastfeeding has been found to decrease the risk of breast cancer development.
Although there are some factors that women can avoid to prevent breast cancer from developing, cause and effect relationships between these factors and breast cancer is still debatable. For women who are already at high risk, doctors often recommend a drug called Tamoxifen, which is known to decrease the risk by as much 50 percent when taken in five years. Still, like all medications, Tamoxifen has side effects such as hot flushes, vaginal discharges and sometimes even blood clots. Taking the drug can also lead to pulmonary emobolus, stroke and uterine cancer, although these are all isolated cases.
Another avenue that women can go to is Vitamin A, which some studies show to be effective in decreasing the risk. Still, research is still in the initial stages and nothing has been proven yet. Other things that are being linked to the breast cancer fight are phytoestrogens, which can be found in soya, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C.
But until something concrete is found in research, the only thing that women can do to ensure that they are safe from breast cancer is early detection. This can be done through daily self-examinations as well as annual check ups and mammogram tests. It is also important that women know the beginnings of breast cancer. Here are some of the signs that they should watch out for.
Lumps in the breast and in the underarms
Scaling of the skin of the breast and of the nipple
Redness in the skin of the breast and of the nipple
Changes in the size of their breasts
Discharges from the nipple
If these signs are observed, it is best to consult a specialist so that you can know whether you have breast cancer or not.
Robert Thatcher is a freelance publisher based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and reports in various ezines and provides breast cancer resources on http://www.all-breast-cancer-resources.info
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BBC Article on Enzyme Behind Cancer Spread
- Enzyme behind cancer spread found
- Scientists say they have identified an enzyme that helps cancer spread around the body. Cancer metastasis, where the cancer spreads from its original location, is known to be responsible for 90% of cancer-related deaths. Institute of Cancer Research scientists have found that an enzyme called LOX is crucial in promoting metastasis, Cancer Cell journal reports. Drugs to block this enzyme's action could keep cancer at bay, they hope.
The researchers studied breast cancer in mice, but are confident that their findings will apply to humans with other cancer types too. This new discovery provides real hope that we can develop a drug which will fight the spreading of cancer
Lead researcher Dr Janine Erler
LOX (lysyl oxidase) works by sending out signals to prepare a new area of the body for the cancer to set up a camp. Without this preparation process the new environment would be too hostile for the cancer to grow.
Lead researcher Dr Janine Erler described the discovery as "the crucial missing piece in the jigsaw that scientists have been searching for."
She said it was the first time one key enzyme has been identified as responsible for effectively allowing the cancer to spread.
"If we can interrupt the body's ability to prepare new locations for the cancer to spread to, we can effectively prevent cancer metastasis.
"Cancer metastasis is very difficult to treat and this new discovery provides real hope that we can develop a drug which will fight the spreading of cancer," she said.
Dr Julie Sharp, Cancer Research UK's science information manager, said: "A better understanding of how cancer spreads is crucial to improving the treatment of the disease. This research takes scientists a step closer to understanding this major problem - the next stage will be to find out if the LOX protein can be switched off to stop cancer spreading."
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Breast Cancer Info on Wikipedia
Breast cancer refers to cancers originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas. There are many different types of breast cancer, with different stages (spread), aggressiveness, and genetic makeup; survival varies greatly depending on those factors. With best treatment, 10-year disease-free survival varies from 98% to 10%. Treatment includes surgery, drugs (hormonal therapy and chemotherapy), and radiation.
Worldwide, breast cancer comprises 10.4% of all cancer incidence among women, making it the second most common type of non-skin cancer (after lung cancer) and the fifth most common cause of cancer death. In 2004, breast cancer caused 519,000 deaths worldwide (7% of cancer deaths; almost 1% of all deaths). Breast cancer is about 100 times more common in women than in men, but survival rates are equal in both sexes.
Some breast cancers require the hormones estrogen and progesterone to grow, and have receptors for those hormones. After surgery those cancers are treated with drugs that interfere with those hormones, usually tamoxifen, and with drugs that shut off the production of estrogen in the ovaries or elsewhere; this may damage the ovaries and end fertility. Low-risk, hormone-sensitive breast cancers may be treated with hormone therapy and radiation alone. Breast cancers without hormone receptors, or which have spread to the lymph nodes in the armpits, or which express certain genetic characteristics, are higher-risk, and are treated more aggressively. One standard regimen, popular in the U.S., is cyclophosphamide plus doxorubicin (Adriamycin), known as CA; these drugs damage DNA in the cancer, but also in fast-growing normal cells where they cause serious side effects. Sometimes a taxane drug, such as docetaxel, is added, and the regime is then known as CAT; taxane attacks the microtubules in cancer cells. An equivalent treatment, popular in Europe, is cyclophosphamide, methotrexate, and fluorouracil (CMF).Muss HB, Berry DA, Cirrincione CT, et al. Adjuvant chemotherapy in older women with early-stage breast cancer. N Engl J Med. 2009 May 14;360(20):2055-65. Monoclonal antibodies, such as trastuzumab, are used for cancer cells that have the HER2 mutation. Radiation is usually added to the surgical bed to control cancer cells that were missed by the surgery, which usually extends survival, although radiation exposure to the heart may cause damage and heart failure in the following years.Buchholz TA. N Engl J Med. 2009 Jan 1;360(1):63-70. Radiation therapy for early-stage breast cancer after breast-conserving surgery.
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Breast cancer isn't just a woman's disease. Men also have breast tissue that can undergo cancerous changes. . . The prognosis for male breast cancer is the same as for breast cancer in women. --- Mayo Clinic
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BSE, Breast Ultrasound, and Breast Biopsy Explained
By Andrew Kasch
Breast cancer is one of the leading types of cancer among women in the world today. It also ranks as one of the leading cause of death among women, with the number of recorded cases reaching to millions annually.With this data being circulated by the World Health Organization (WHO), local health departments, and even by organizations that are geared towards breast care and breast cancer awareness programs, women of today should take more caution and must observe preventive measures in order to reduce the morbidity and the mortality rate of this life-threatening condition.
Breast cancer can be considered a "grave" disease when it progresses to its later stage. The sufferer will usually experience excruciating pain, and other signs and symptoms brought about by the metastasis of the cancer cells to other organs inside the body. The patient will be enduring bone aches, gastrointestinal problems, cardiovascular alterations, respiratory depression, and eventually die.
Luckily, the medical world has searched and discovered ways and means to diagnose and prevent the progress of breast cancer. These preventive measures are effective when the tumour on the breast area has been detected at an early stage. Early detection equates to more hope and chances for survival. Especially when considering that early treatment such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation will usually be done immediately after the detection of the cancer cells.
So what are the preventive measures that will help a woman in the early detection of this disease? There are three (3) major diagnostic tests for breast cancer:
1. Breast Self Examination or BSE - this is a common preventive measure to early detect any changes on the breast area, such as lumps or tenderness. BSE have been taught worldwide by health care providers and even volunteer workers to women of all ages. This simple screening test is the initial detective measure that can be done by women at their homes. It involves palpation of lumps, tenderness, and assessing and changes on the skin area that might signal presence of any malignancies.
2. Breast Ultrasound - this is the second screening test that most health care providers recommend when during the BSE the woman has detected any abnormalities on her breast area. This procedure, however, is not considered a confirmatory diagnostic test to completely rule out the presence of cancer. It will only be done to evaluate any obstruction on blood flow on the breast area, or any changes in the muscle mass of the breast.
3. Breast Biopsy - when the second test has noted any mass or obstruction in the blood flow within the breast area, a breast biopsy is then ordered by the physician to finally rule out the presence of cancer. This diagnostic test can confirm the stage of cancer, the metastasis on other organs, as well as any involvement of lymph nodes that can speed up the spread of cancer cells.
With these three screening tests available to detect the presence of breast cancer, women who suffer the condition can then be advised to undergo a specific treatment to eradicate cancerous cells inside the body. It is important, however, that women should participate actively in implementing these screening tests, so that their disease condition will be treated promptly and properly.
Breast cancer is a major concern for aging women. To learn more about the breast ultrasound procedure please visit http://breastultrasound.org
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Health Scout's Aricle on Genes Linked to Spread of Breast Cancer
- HealthScout-Consumer Health News, Cancer-Genes Linked to Spread of Breast Cancer
- WEDNESDAY, May 6 (HealthDay News) -- Three genes linked to the spread of breast cancer to the brain have been identified by U.S. researchers, who say the finding could help lead to new treatments.
The spread, or metastasis, of breast cancer to the brain typically occurs years after a breast tumor has been removed. Experts say this suggests that the cancer cells initially lack the ability to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, which prevents the entry of circulating cells and regulates the transport of molecules into the brain tissue.
The new study found that two genes, COX2 and HB-EGF, are prime breast cancer cells for entrance into the brain. Another gene, ST6GALNAC5 -- which is normally active only in brain tissue -- causes a chemical reaction that creates a coating on the surface of breast cancer cells that enhances their ability to breach the blood-brain barrier.
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Breast Cancer Resources
- Susan G. Komen Website
- We've redesigned our award-winning website in order to share the information most relevant to you. Our home page carousel highlights Komen community advocates helping to further our mission. We continue to provide up-to-the-minute information about breast cancer research, local outreach programs and volunteer opportunities, public policy initiatives, events, including Race for the Cure® and Komen programs and partners. Learn about ways to interact and connect with others through our Message Boards, connect with us through our Helpline, get information en Español and find out how Komen is fighting to end breast cancer through Our Global Reach.
As the global leader in breast cancer, we strive to support you with the information that's important to you. - BreastCancer.org - Breast Cancer Treatment Information and Pictures
- Breast Cancer Information from a Nonprofit Organization
- Breast Cancer Home Page - National Cancer Institute
- Information about breast cancer treatment, prevention, genetics, causes, screening, clinical trials, research and statistics from the National Cancer Institute.
- Breast cancer - MayoClinic.com
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- Welcome to the Breast Cancer 3-Day: Home
- Thousands of women and men come together, each raising money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund. Then they take their commitment to end breast cancer one step further and walk 60 miles over the course of three days.
Eighty-five percent of the net proceeds of this event go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Every advancement in breast cancer research, treatment, education and prevention in the last 25 years has been touched by a Komen for the Cure grant.
The remaining fifteen percent of net funds goes to the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund to provide a permanent endowment for ongoing support of breast cancer initiatives. - Women's Cancer Network
- The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation's mission is to provide women with knowledge about the risks, prevention, early detection and treatment of gynecologic cancer, and empower them to become the best advocates
for their health. The Foundation also funds promising research. - Breast Cancer Network of Strength (Formerly Y-ME)
- Here today to ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone. Get immediate emotional relief. Chat with a breast cancer survivor. 1-800-221-2141.
Network of Strength has been a trusted resource for 30 years and has helped thousands find the information they need to make educated decisions. From articles on our Web site to the knowledge of our YourShoes peer counselors on the 24/7 Hotline, Network of Strength keeps you informed. While we don't give medical advice, we do explain in plain language the information you're likely to encounter. No matter what the breast cancer topic is, Network of Strength provides information you can trust with a survivor's touch. - Nantional Breast Cancer Coalition
- Since 1991, the National Breast Cancer Coalition's trained advocates have lobbied at the national, state and local levels for public policies that impact breast cancer research, diagnosis and treatment. Our grassroots advocacy effort has hundreds of member organizations and tens of thousands of individual members working toward increased federal funding for breast cancer research and collaborating with the scientific community to implement new models of research, improving access to high-quality health care and breast cancer clinical trials for all women, and expanding the influence of breast cancer advocates in all aspects of the breast cancer decisionmaking process.
- National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations
- For resources and information on Stage 4 breast cancer and Chemotherapy for breast cancer.
- NCCS National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
- The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship is the oldest survivor-led cancer advocacy organization in the country, advocating for quality cancer care for all Americans and empowering cancer survivors. NCCS believes in evidence-based advocacy for systemic changes at the federal level in how the nation researches, regulates, finances, and delivers quality cancer care. NCCS organizes Cancer Advocacy Now!%u2122, a legislative advocacy network that engages constituents across the country in federal cancer-related issues. Patient education is also a priority for NCCS. We believe that access to credible and accurate patient information, such as NCCS's award-winning Cancer Survival Toolbox® is key to demanding and receiving quality cancer care.
Find Out Who's Discussing Breast Cancer on Twitter
Tweet, Tweet Y'all! Check out who's tweeting about breast cancer.
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- AliciaSpeaks
- Breast Cancer: Microcalcifications and Early Signs of Breast Cancer: This could be an early sign of breast canc.. http://bit.ly/8406EB
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- Breast Cancer Surgery: An Historical Narrative. 18th and 19th centuries. Radical mastectomy widely used. http://tinyurl.com/yg2e85s
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- Oral treatment of metastatic breast cancer with capecitabine; convenience most frequently cited reason (72%). http://tinyurl.com/ylpmf9d
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- sciencedaily
- NEDD9 Protein Supports Growth Of Aggressive Breast Cancer: Researchers have demonstrated that a protein called NEDD... http://bit.ly/63xPm1
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- BREAST CANCER INFORMATION.: http://www.getbreastcancerhelp.info/ via @addthis
The 3-Day Event Sponsor Pages
Check out Energizer's fun wallpaper page with the 3-Day logo and the pink energizer bunny!
- New Balance Komen Partnership
- Over the past 19 years New Balance has been proud to partner with Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the fight to eradicate breast cancer. Three national components make up New Balance's commitment to Susan G. Komen for the Cure: The National Series Sponsorship of the Race for the Cure® and Breast Cancer 3-Day, as well as our in-store retail promotion, "Lace Up For the Cure®".
New Balance will donate 15% of wholesale sales from the Lace Up for the Cure Apparel & Footwear Collection with a guaranteed minimum donation of $500,000 up to a maximum of $1 million to Komen for the Cure. - Energizer - Dedicated Support for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
- Your words of encouragement go a long way. Add your own dedication to our map of the world to show support for your loved ones near and far.
Energizer Holdings, Inc. is excited to announce our Presenting Sponsorship of the 2009 Breast Cancer 3Day® benefitting Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. The "Breast Cancer 3-Day" is a series where participants walk 60 miles over the course of three days, raising funds to support breast cancer research, education and community health programs.
It's About Eve
The result was "It's About Eve," an album of fourteen tracks contributed by different female artists.
The Twin Cities Race for the Cure!
- Race for the Cure
- Click the link above for more information on how to join the Race for the Cure, which takes place on Mother's Day May 10, 2009 at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Find An Affiliate In Your Area!
- Welcome to the Breast Cancer 3-Day: Komen Affiliate Events
Follow The Race For The Cure On Twitter
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- Happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for our many supporters who are helping us in our vision: a world without breast ... via @KarenatKomenMN
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- @DrNancyMSNBC and Nancy Brinker of @komenforthecure examine cancer screening confusion http://bit.ly/81IZjU #breastcancer via @CamGross
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- Cleaning for a Reason - House cleaning service for women undergoing breast cancer treatment. http://is.gd/4Xt2k via @CamGross
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- Fundraisers - Concert @ HardRock Cafe Thur, Sat, Sun; Dig Pink, Kick Cancer Fri @ Macalester College; ReMax/Gopher Fo... via @KarenatKomenMN
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- @komenchicago Thanks for following @tcracecure Let's share stories. http://yvx9o.tk via @CamGross
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