A Lasting Gift

I read about this on Divine Occasions Blog, it is an important event and I am passing it onto you. 

The Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting last wishes for men and women suffering from Stage 4 (metastatic) breast cancer, has received thousands of wedding gowns for its "Brides Against Breast Cancer" Nationwide Tour of Gowns. On January 28, 29 and 30, the Tour will return to Atlanta with a truckload of grand and beautiful bridal gowns from well-known sources in sizes ranging from 2 to 44! Here's a sample of of some of the bargains you will find:

Most gowns in the collection have been donated by members of the bridal industry; some are runway samples, modeled at recent Market shows. Others are gifts from individuals across the country.

Location:

The Defoor Centre

1710 Defoor Avenue, NW

Atlanta, Georgia 30318

Dates/Times:

Two lucky brides will win free and early entry into the Sneak Preview Sale on 

Thursday 01/28/2010. 

These two brides will get a head start on the others by getting into the sale at 

5:30 rather than 6:00. 

To win, you MUST be registered for the Sneak Preview night AND attend the Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show on January 24th. 

The winner will be announced at this bridal show and you must be there to win. 

You can register as a member on AtlantaBridal.com to receive a free ticket to the Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal show.

Sneak Preview Event!

Thursday 01/28/2010: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Get 1st Pick of the Gowns!

Reservations Required.

Walk ins are not allowed in to this ticketed event.

Friday 01/29/2010: 10am - 8pm

FREE AND OPEN TO PUBLIC
Saturday 01/30/2010: 10am - 6pm

FREE AND OPEN TO PUBLIC

Parking: Free parking is available at The Defoor Centre

Map/Directions: Click Here

Bride Registration: Click Here

 Divine Occasions and other vendors made Johanna and Todd's dream come true: A Good Cause

Win Win

The couple who raises the most funds for Hearts 4 Africa, can win a free dream wedding valued at $35,000.



Instead of registering for the usual wedding gifts, why not invite your guests to sponsor a cause that will change the lives of many? The couple that pledges the most donations in their name through Heart 4 Africa’s first annual Wedding 4 Africa contest will not only win their dream Southern California wedding sponsored by the industry’s leading wedding professionals, they will also contribute to housing for Kenya’s needy orphans. Heart 4 Africa vows to provide the children with land on which an orphanage can be built and key self-sustaining services such as farming can be established.

Direct contributors to the Wedding 4 Africa online donation page by April 15, 2010.



The winning couple will also be invited to visit the new home built by their (and their guests) generous donations. Sign Up Here

Find out more about Heart 4 Africa and sign up to win Weddings 4 Africa.

Get On The Bus

I got on the bus today for a mammogram. I have to admit I have not had an exam in a very long time. This is dangerous because early detection is your biggest alley in fighting this deadly disease. I jumped at the chance to get examined.

I know that you stop at my bridal blog for wedding tips. This is how I tied it into the wedding stuff. Your entire bridal party can make it a breast exam party. OK get your mind out of the gutter. Make an appointment with the van for the entire bridal party and include his mom, your mom, aunties, and play aunties too. After the exam go to lunch and toast being women taking charge of your health and for healthy results.
American Italian Cancer Foundation
Mobile Cancer Screening
Mobile Screening Schedule
Here's how you can Donate?

Thank you to the staff for the exam and for the information. It was priceless.






Remember, early detection does not mean a death sentence. Knowing is growing. There is support out there for you. JUST GET ON THE BUS!!!

Did You Know?

African American women will die of breast cancer more than Caucasian women and the types of breast cancer is more aggressive. You can help and make a difference.

Circle of Promise



I recall a few months ago I had a client who's mother is a breast cancer survivor. She shared her compelling story with me during a very difficult time when I was loosing my mother. I really appreciated her "testifying" with me. When her mom passed away, she had been caring for her and then got the diagnosis. As she says, her mom moved over so she could fly. Today Vernel is full of light and love. Her daughters wedding was gorgeous and she lived and laughed to see it all which is what it's all about. Keeping our loved ones with us.

Breast Cancer has come a long way since my grandmother died of this terrible decease in the late 60's (she never smoked) but for many African American Women it is a death sentence. There is much work we can do.
The Circle of Promise vows to empower African American Women with the tools and information so they can take charge in their own lives. You can mobilize your entire bridal party, family and friends to get on board.

Join The Circle
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Kissable Cause

Great Lips Great Cause

Clinique products has always been Allergy tested and fragrance free. Which means it has always been good. Now they are even better with the Lip Gloss key chain. The perfect bridesmaids gift.

Limited-edition trio of Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 minis on a keychain. Comes with 2 charms: a Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Ribbon and a Clinique 'C." In Air Kiss, Kissyfit & Whisper. $10 from your purchase (during the month of October) helps support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Pink Poetry

Photos from Forever

Creating a personal drink for the wedding is a popular feature that couples and guests get a kick out of. I found something to make it real easy and you could give back at the same time.

Odwalla has designed a special Pink Poetry Smoothie loaded with natural ingredients like Plums, Apples, Dark Sweet Cherry, and more. Yum, and the promise of $25,000 dollars to BCRF.

This is the easy part, just pour into glasses and serve the guest as they enter the cocktail hour. Your napkins can reflect the info about the special drink and the meaning. It is a win win for everyone.


Odwalla Pink Poetry

Save The Ta Ta's

Breast cancer takes more than breasts from a family. It mothers, daughters, aunts, wives, friends, and a spirited person who is loved. Save The Ta Ta's is an organization that takes the approach that laughter heals and any woman going though this serious battle needs to laugh even if it is for just a moment.
Save the Ta Ta's does do serious work.
Founded by ta-tas® Brand Clothing, The Save the Ta-tas Foundation is committed to fighting cancer at every stage, including education, prevention, research, community outreach, and emotional support for those struggling with the disease.

The Save the Ta-tas Foundation has pledged at least $50,000 over the course of two years to The Concern Foundation, partnering with them to fund a dedicated breast cancer researcher. The more funds we raise, the more researchers we can fund.

Innovative and new, this organization is determined, like its founder ta-tas® Brand, to end this devastating disease - with a smile of course! Laughter heals, log onto Save The Ta-Tas for more info

No Time For Cancer

20% of the retail price goes to Breast Cancer Research



Big companies with big hearts and Coach is one of them. This Coach Watch, Francine Breast Cancer Awareness Watch, featuring a pink patent strap and unique white dial designed with colorful outlined numerals and minute track. The stainless steel case back is etched with the breast cancer ribbon motif.
20% of each watch sold from September 15th through December 31st. Now that is a lot of time and money. Available at Coach.com

Fried Chicken Dinners For A Cause

Cornbread Diner


SIMPLY SENSATIONAL INC.

BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER BRUNCH

10/10/09

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CORNBREAD DINER

1436 FLATBUSH AVE

BROOKLYN, NY 11210

“Southern Diner”

TIME: 12PM – 2PM

TICKET: $20.00
TELL A FRIEND AND BRING A FRIEND
FOR MORE INFO: STEPHANIE 347.451.5812/simplysensationalevents@gmail.com

Look at this Menu:

Starters: Fresh Fruit Cup, Garden Salad

Main Meals:

*Make own Omelets (Choose any 3 fillings)

*French Toast w/Ham, Pork Bacon or Turkey Sausage

*Cheeseburger w/Fries or Onion Rings

*Southern Fried Chicken w/2 sides

*Buttermilk Pancakes w/Pork Bacon, Ham or Turkey Sausage

* Fried Whiting w/Grits & Eggs

* Barbeque Chicken w/2 sides

Hot Coffee, Tea, Ice Tea, Lemonade or Fountain Sodas

“Tell a friend, bring a friend and support the cause”

proceeds go to American Cancer Society- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

“Come walk with us Oct 18, 2009 Prospect Park”

Future Dreams

Future Dreams, a charity set up by mother-and-daughter team Sylvie Henry and Danielle Leslie created to tackle breast cancer, has teamed up with nail brand Essie Cosmetics to launch a polish named after the campaign.

A 2008 variety evening raised an incredible £300,000, but Future Dreams hopes its latest venture will raise even more cash. All proceeds will go to Breakthrough Breast Cancer, the UK’s leading breast cancer-beating charity. Every sale counts - you can pick your polish up here at Perfect Nails, or Reiss.

For more info: Help the Fight Against Breast Cancer

Brides Against Breast Cancer

International Designer K. Amato Launching Bridal Collection at whiteCHICAGO

Need a little bling on your wedding day? Let whiteCHICAGO and K. Amato help! On Saturday, October 3rd, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (by appointment only), visit whiteCHICAGO (222 W. Huron, River North) and take advantage of this perfect opportunity to work with international jewelry designer Kristen Amato of K. Amato. Known for her perfect blend of fashion-forward, yet classic pieces, Kristen will be hosting a trunk show to launch her brand new bridal collection at Chicago’s premier designer bridal consignment boutique in River North.

Brides-to-be are invited for a day of bridal bliss, sipping white wine and browsing through earrings, necklaces, bracelets and hair pieces to complete their wedding day look. In honor of National Breast Cancer Month, for every bride who purchases a pink-colored piece of jewelry, 10% of the proceeds will go to benefit Brides Against Breast Cancer, a national non-profit organization which grants wishes for terminally ill breast cancer patients.



The bridal collection is available online and at K. Amato Designs (www.k-amato.com), located at 1229 W Diversey Pkwy in Chicago. Kristen’s designs have been featured in such publications as Vogue, Lucky, People and US Weekly and are a favorite among celebrities such as Rachael Ray and Eva Longoria Parker.
This fall, visit whiteCHICAGO to get your piece of K. Amato jewelry…every girl should have one.
To say “I Do,” please call whiteCHICAGO at 312.397.1571 to book your appointment.

Breast Fest 09, Vote 3 Times

You may know her has the Couture Cake Designer, Margo T. Lewis. The fabulous confections of her company Cake Bliss are legendary. You may not have known that Margo is cancer survivor and she has a story. The invincible Miss Lewis's story is outlined in a film called Margo at the Breast Fest Film Festival 09. Watch, Vote (at least 3 times), and pass the info around.


Survivor is the key word here, Margo is a go getter and with 3 or 4 , (I loose count) of businesses that she has created, one that is an extraordinary is her show house 96 Magnolia. It is an opportunity for her to give back and you too can contribute. Visit the website and see how you can have your cake, eat it, and make a difference. 96 Magnolia

The Breast Fest Film 09 uses the versatile medium of film to frame and explore the spectrum of issues surrounding breast cancer. This annual festival uses films, panels, workshops and speakers to connect people to the breast cancer cause, inspire dialogue, facilitate learning and foster community. Breast Fest is the world's first film festival dedicated to breast cancer awareness and is an initiative of Rethink Breast Cancer. Log onto Rethink Breast Cancer for more info.

The More You Order The More You Help

This announcement came on my Facebook Wall and wanted to pass this on to you. Denise Hanney of Spa Expectations Corporation is ordering 10 now and 10 during October which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Read below and connect to something important.

AnnieMae's Cheese Cake

For those who may not know Anniemae's Cheesecakes & Moore is named after my Grandmother who lost her battle with breast cancer, during breast cancer awareness month and 3 days before my birthday in October 2004. Not only did it claim the life of my grandmother but also my great-grandmother in 2001. Since then I have become an advocate for breast cancer awareness. To do my part I found a great organization Cancer Cares which offered me grief counseling in dealing with their deaths and to get a full understanding about breast cancer.

So on September 25th, my Mom's Birthday (who passed in 2006) I am launching our Sho Fly Cares Collection. We have made Pink Ribbon Ballerina Slippers with the Pink Ribbon emblem on them. A slipper will be placed on one of our large Cupcakes and presented in a pink box. Proceeds from the sale of each cupcake will go to Cancercare.Org.

Please join us in the fight against breast cancer. I know first hand how devastating this disease is and can be. Please help support an organization that helps those still battling breast cancer.
Each large cupcake & Shoe is $6

Warmly
Danielle L. Moore Confectionist

For Gladys

Gladys Ricart

I have been saying "Wear a wedding dress every day" for years. Now you can wear a wedding dress more than one day for a good cause. You can wear a wedding dress for Gladys.

For the ninth year in a row, women dressed in wedding gowns, along with approximately 100 other women in white and men dressed in black, marched through the streets of Manhattan and the South Bronx to raise awareness about domestic violence in our families and communities. This was done in remembrance of Gladys Ricart and others who have lost their lives to acts of domestic violence.

Save the date, a wedding dress, and your high heel sneakers
Saturday, September 26th
More on
NY Latinas Against Domestic Violence
Gladys Ricart and Victims of Domestic Violence Memorial Walk

Straight From The Heart

“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in."

Quote: Morrie Schwartz

Below an example of how to give love.



November 5th 2005, Salaam ( Takin' It To The Streets) founder of Girl Spirit Women Song Inc., made an extraordinary promise. 19 girls, representing Harriet Tubmans' 19 courageous journeys on the Underground Railroad, would be guided from girlhood to womanhood. Salaam's promise is to raise 1 million dollars for their college tuitions. This financial promise also includes making the girls scholastic and social ready for the big step into womanhood. This is quite an undertaking that you can share in:
Ask your guest to make a donation in leu of gifts ( you have the love of your life it's all you need)
In leu of favors make a donation, have the stationer make place cards about the donation. Your guest then will have information to give on their own.
This idea of giving can work with any of your favorite charities.

More on Ms Salaam

Up Coming Events for Girl Spirit