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Please Support the Pink Tigers With Your Donation!

Amanda and Carrie, a.k.a. The Pink Tigers, are at it again! This is our third year walking!

This year the Michigan Three Day Breast Cancer Walk will be held September 26-28. We don't know where the walk is going to be yet--all we know is that our little feets will travel 60 miles over the course of 3 days.

Yep--that's a lot of walking!

I put this Lens together so our friends and families could keep up with our fundraising activities. Be sure to check back often as I'll be updating this page as the year progresses!

Fundraising Goal: $4400
Total Money Raised to Date: $4400

Thank you donors for helping us achieve our fundraising goals for 2008!

Lens of the Day

On April 30th, 2007 this lens was proudly selected as Squidoo.com's Lens of the Day.

Thanks Squidoo!

Photos From Michigan 2006 Breast Cancer Walk

In 2006, the walk started at Stoney Creek Metropark and ended at Metrobeach Metropark. This was our first 3-Day and we were totally blown away by the whole experience! It was a challenge but we're ready to do it all over again. We hope the weather is nice again this year!

"The people along the way cheering and giving us treats, the awesome number of souls involved with one cause - it was amazing. I never cried so much as over those three days. There are no words to describe the joy."
--Susan Strauss, walker, crew member, survivor

"The 3-Day experience is something you will never forget. It allows you to push your limits in many ways--endurance, committment, fundraising. If you can do this, you can do anything you set your mind to."
--Barbara Jo Kirshbaum, 3-Day Walker

I Walk Because I Can't Walk Away

Everybody has their own motivation for walking. I thought long and hard about doing the walk again this year. Raising $2200 is no easy task. And walking 60 miles is no picnic either.

So why would I go through all that again?

Well, last year during the walk I experienced something that I will NEVER forget.

On Day Two we passed a little old man sitting all alone in a lawn chair in his front yard right by the sidewalk. A sign he'd made out of a cardboard box was sitting at his feet. In scribbly black letters it said, "THANK YOU for walking-my wife died of breast cancer." He held a 8 x 10 picture of her on his lap and smiled at walkers as they passed by.

I still cry when I think about him!

I walk for all the people who's lives have been affected by breast cancer. I walk for the little old man.

I WALK BECAUSE I CAN'T WALK AWAY!

Thank You Warrior Forum Sponsors

We'd like to thank the following Warriors for helping us achieve our 2008 fundraising goals:

1. Karl Warren --> http://www.ecoverninja.com --> 4 miles

2. Dave Fowler --> http://www.domainsgoingcheap.com --> 1 mile

3. magchick --> http://www.press-release-software.com --> 1 mile

4. Kevin Riley --> http://www.productcreationlabs.com --> 2 miles

5. Simplweb --> http://www.simplweb.com --> 3 miles

6. nico52 --> http://www.easybummarketing.com --> 1 mile

7. Ian del Carmen --> http://www.freepdf.org --> 1 mile

8. Jean Morgan --> http://www.buynaturalprogesterone.net --> 1 mile

9. LorenaHickok --> http://www.charmfactory.com --> 1 mile

10. Fireball Planet Corporation --> 1 mile

11. Janet Sawyer --> http://www.affpaypro.com --> 1 mile

12. Steven Wagenheim --> http://www.stevewagenheim.com --> 1 mile

13. Chuck Evans --> http://www.medicusgolfinstitute.com --> 1 mile

14. Allen Says --> http://www.kiva.org --> 6 miles

15. WritingMadwoman --> http://www.personaldevelopmentplr.com --> 1 mile

16. Martin Luxton --> http://www.internetmarketingwhoswho.com --> 1 mile

17. Robin Skeen --> http://www.robinskeen.com --> 5 miles

18. John Rogers --> http://resellersoasis.com --> 1 mile

19. Wilson Agbeyegbe --> 1 mile

20. Kim Standerline --> http://www.easymemberpro.com --> 1 mile

21. Tiffany Dow --> http://www.buildmylens.com --> 6 miles

22. jhongren --> http://www.bloggerspaycheck.com --> 1 mile

23. John Rowe --> 3 miles

24. GarrieWilson --> 14 miles

25. John Taylor --> http://www.johntaylorsblog.com --> 3 miles

26. Hamish Jones --> http://www.bestbusinessdeals.com.au --> 1 mile

27. Richelo Killian --> http://www.imnica.com --> 1 mile

28. richt1971 --> 1 mile

29. Keith Boisvert --> http://www.localbizbuilders.com --> 2 miles

30. jazzoscar --> 1 mile

31. Dr. Mani --> http://www.chdinfo.com --> 10 miles

32. Vince Runza --> http://vincerunza.com/scranton --> 1 mile

33. the_writer --> http://www.davidraybould.com --> 1 mile

34. John Collins --> http://www.affiliatemoneytips.com --> 3 miles

35. Martin Avis --> 2 miles

36. Ken Thompson --> http://www.escapefromanger.com --> 1 mile

37. miaroman --> http://www.maria-gudelis.com --> 1 mile

38. Shannon Herod --> http://www.focused2win.com --> 1 mile

39. Karen Newton --> http://www.lushprofits.com --> 1 mile

40. Stuart Stirling --> http://acceleratemyebiz.com --> 1 mile

41. Sandor Verebi --> 1 mile

42. Greg Cooksley --> http://www.listeningbooks4u.com --> 1 mile

43. mcconner --> http://whyimage.com --> 1 mile

44. Lisa Ann --> http://www.inlineseo.com --> 6 miles

45. Jason K. Thomas --> http://www.jasonkthomas.com --> 1 mile

46. Steven Fullman --> http://www.404defender.com --> 3 miles

47. Fran_C --> http://www.apprenticemarketergazette.com --> 1 mile

48. Richie Bigrac --> 2 miles

49. John Delavera --> http://www.johndelavera.com --> 12 miles

50. Rod Cortez --> http://www.mindofcortez.com --> 4 miles

51. Stephen De Bond --> http://www.clickmyphoto.com --> 2 miles

52. graphicsgenie (Darren Kaye) --> http://www.graphicsgenie.com --> 3 miles

53. JJ Manning --> http://www.improfitlauncher.com --> 1 mile

54. Bev Clement --> http://www.yourbusinessroadmap.com --> 2 miles

55. pearsonbrown --> http://www.englishgrammarsecrets.com --> 2 miles

56. tiberius --> 1 mile

57. therichjerksnet --> http://www.therichjerks.net --> 2 miles

Pink Tigers Fundraising Events 2008

Comerica Park Here We Come
May 11th, May 25th, June 14th
Amanda and Carrie along with their cohorts will be selling food and drinks at a concession stand at Comerica Park. The Detroit Tigers (and every other team in MLB) designate a certain number of their concession stands to non-profit organizations. A portion of the profits made during the game are donated to your chosen organization.

Inspiring Quotes for Everyone

It doesn't matter who you are: a survivor, walker, crew member, or three day supporter. The following quotes will inspire you!

"If someone is too tired to give you a smile, leave one of your own, because no one needs a smile as much as those who have none to give."
--Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."
--Aesop

"Go as far as the eye can see, and when you get there, look farther."
--Dag Hammarskjöld

"If you were arrested for kindness, would there be enough evidence to convict you?"

--Unknown

"We are not interested in the possibility of defeat."
--Queen Victoria

"One person can make a difference, and every person should try."
--John F. Kennedy

Breast Cancer Information

Visit these links to learn more about breast cancer

Susan G. Komen for the Cure: Dedicated to education and research about causes, treatment, and the search for a cure. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
National Breast Cancer Foundation: Breast cancer information including early signs and symptoms of breast cancer, myths, early detection, breast cancer research and more.
National Cancer Institute: Information about breast cancer treatment, prevention, genetics, causes, screening, clinical trials, research and statistics.
The Breast Cancer Site: Your click on the "Fund Free Mammograms" button helps fund free mammograms for women in need - low-income, inner-city and minority women whose awareness of breast cancer and opportunity for help is often limited.

We Want to Hear Your Story

Do you have a memorable moment from the walk last year? Are you a first time walker? Tell us about it!

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beautybook Mar 30, 2009 @ 10:33 am | delete

You do have a big heart and the inspiration you embody is in itself curative. The story about the little old man was touching. And the quotations from famous people lifted my spirits. I believe the heart holds the answers to all our human ills.

The folks from www.breast--cancer.net

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clifylq Feb 13, 2009 @ 3:11 pm | in reply to JustMe | delete

AMERICA'S WOMEN

YOU ARE MARCHING TO STOP BREAST CANCER IN THE WRONG DIRECTION AND IT WILL NOT WORK. YOU THINK THAT YOUR 3-DAY MARCH WILL RAISE MONEY FOR STUDIES TO FIND A CURE FOR CANCER RIGHT?

ASK YOURSELVES THESE QUESTIONS FIRST;

WHY DO WE KNOW SO LITTLE ABOUT ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE?
WHY ARE PEOPLE STILL DYING OF CANCER AFTER 50 YEARS OF RESEARCH?
WHY IS ONLY TREATMENT REMUNERATED AND NOT PREVENTION IN MEDICAL CARE?
WHAT PART DO THE FINANCIERS PLAY IN THE MEDICAL ESTABLISHMENT?

FOR ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS GO HERE:
http://clifylq.livejournal.com/100815.html

REMEMBER

"EVERYONE DESERVES A LIFETIME" IS NOT EVERYONE'S THINKING!

clifylq
http://clifylq.livejournal.com/
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JustMe Nov 13, 2008 @ 1:23 pm | delete

I was trying to find some info on how to have a fundraiser for our best friend. His wife has terminal cancer and has 6-12 months to live. They have 5 kids and 3 of them are under the age of 7 years old. I want to help them raise money for food and bills. They are not the type to ask for help, so I will do it for them.
I call around and email people but I get referred to another place and given a ph#, then the people there refer me to will refer me else where. I don't know where to start, who to turn to. Anyone who could help me, I would really appreciate it!!

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Barb Sep 29, 2008 @ 9:04 pm | delete

Hi,

Looking forward to seeing you pictures from the 2008 Michigan 3-Day. Hope everything went well. We had an Awesome time. Take Care, The Margareta Ville Sweep Van Crew

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strategicservices Aug 24, 2008 @ 5:03 am | delete

This is a great lens, for a great cause!

5* for this effort.

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RobinSkeen Aug 22, 2008 @ 6:33 am | delete

Amanda, this lens totally rocks. We have large Komen events here in Ohio. I can't help but believe a cure is here.

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Celeste Aug 20, 2008 @ 8:17 am | delete

Great lens! I wanted to share the URLs for the official Breast Cancer 3-Day
Flickr group: http://www.flickr.com/groups/the3day2008
YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/THE3DAY
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Breast-Cancer-3-Day/19213555391
MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/officialbreastcancer3day

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theawristocrat Mar 31, 2008 @ 7:21 pm | delete

nice lens. keep it up. 5 stars!

thanks for the great information , really cool lens.

thanks,
Paul fr. fundraising items

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Loreen Mar 26, 2008 @ 7:48 pm | delete

Hi, I have recently made a lens for supporting the fight against breast cancer - "Buy a pink bag and help a Breast Cancer Foundation" and I saw your lens in the related section of my page.

I am happy to have read your lens, the more we are fighting against it - the better!
All the best!

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maxy Mar 7, 2008 @ 8:05 am | delete

I love reading you lens, well put together. Hope you have a chance to see my phone card lens!

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Evelyn_Saenz Mar 3, 2008 @ 8:49 pm | delete

Walking for cancer not only helps raise money for cancer research but is healthy for you as well.

You might think all Hugh Grant can do is star in romantic comedies like Love Actually, but you'd be wrong, he can also rock the sauce out of some pretty serious charity action.

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thomasz Feb 13, 2008 @ 7:12 pm | delete

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michaelgibbons Jan 6, 2008 @ 7:43 pm | delete

Amanda wow so many well deserved nice comments -- I saw the lens and had to check it out for two reasons --#! I am a Gibbons, Mike Gibbons :-) and #2 I also have a 3day Squidoo lens -- please check it out http://www.squidoo.com/breastcancer3day
You get 5 stars from me!

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dnuttall Nov 14, 2007 @ 4:05 pm | delete

Hope you had a great season! I did the 5k Fifth Third River Bank Run in Grand Rapids this past summer. Only I walked. It was my first ever. I never knew walking could be so hard. :-)

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Trevor Hicks Jun 7, 2007 @ 9:22 am | delete

Hi My Name is Trevor hicks, IM a 16 year old that is doing the 3 day walk (sept 28-sept30) in Michigan. A support you 100% on this and i hope your walk goes as well as ours does!!!
If anyone wants to check out my page, and/or make a donation to me the URL is http://www.the3day.org/michigan07/trevorhicks

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Christopher_Scott May 10, 2007 @ 10:59 pm | delete

Your lens just keeps getting better and better!

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rogercarr May 5, 2007 @ 1:49 pm | delete

This is a terrific lens about a great event. Thank you for sharing it. I hope you have a good time while raising money for this great cause.

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MarkMBravura May 2, 2007 @ 1:21 am | delete

Kudos on a great lens- definite 5*; very worthy cause!

Warmest regards,

Mark

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dweber May 2, 2007 @ 12:19 am | delete

Hi from Carmel, NY. My mother in law had breast cancer and beat it!!! This is great! Please visit my site, My dog Scruffy and click on My Miracle Bichon, Scruffy and My puli named Rasta.
Yours was a great event and an enormous effort!! Be proud of yourself! Deb Weber

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John Michael Rivera May 1, 2007 @ 10:30 pm | delete

I would like to congratulate all of the participants for their efforts! Don't forget to take your vitamins your going to need them! http://recommended-vitamins.com