Blogging For Boobs!

[jemaverick]

I guess that some of you may be curious about the banner on the front page of this site, and I'd like to take the time to explain it here. Firstly, I'd like to thank Rob for his generosity in donating the webspace necessary to display the banner, as I emailed him from the cold without him knowing who I was. Rob, may your charity be rewarded.

As you may well be aware, this is Breast Cancer Awareness month; if you are
not aware, then you've come to the right place. In an attempt to spread this
awareness (with the added hope of raising a mountain of cash to aid breast
cancer researchers in their hunt for a cure), myself and some colleagues in
favour of the idea have chosen to put on a blogging event.

Blogging For Boobs is an event that is hinged around the need to make people
aware that they should regularly self-examine breasts for lumps or growths.
Whilst men are susceptible to developing cancer of the breasts and should
also self-examine, the much larger percentage of those afflicted with the
cancer are women. Globally, approximately 1.5 million women are diagnosed
with breast cancer each year.

"Having breast cancer is massive amounts of no fun. First they mutilate you;
then they poison you; then they burn you. I have been on blind dates better
than that.

Molly Ivins - Time Magazine Online"

Beyond statistics lie the enduring truths of pain. Cancer of the breast is a
disease that does not discriminate. It can strip those who suffer from it of
all human dignity as they battle through the various symptoms and stages of
illness. With radiation, chemotherapy, and mastectomy to navigate, the
terrain is as harsh and unyielding as the journey is lonely.

The human cost is immense. To lose a breast - or both - is emotionally,
psychologically, and physically defeminising. They are closely tied to a
woman's nurturing instict, play a vital role in motherhood and the bonding
relationship with children, and serve as an agent of confidence in the
manifestation of sexuality and femininity.

Of course, rapid breast cancer growth does not merely end with the loss of
one or both breasts. The lives lost due to breast cancer send devastating
ripples through families and sectors of the community. With one death many
relationships are severed due to the many roles a woman fills as mother;
daughter; wife; friend, or colleague. Society itself needs a breast cancer
cure, and in lieu of a cure, breast cancer treatment that will effectively
improve the cancer patient's quality of life and longevity.

While there are many ventures and organisations that deal specifically with
fundraising for breast cancer research, we have selected The International
Breast Cancer Research Foundation as the beneficiary of Blogging For Boobs
Day. Located in 22 countries worldwide, the IBCRF focuses on cutting edge
research "that takes advantage of the most promising opportunities and ideas
everywhere in the world." An institution with a global vision and a
dedication to scrutinise each new lead in their desire to solve the riddle
of breast cancer, the IBCRF is deeply worthly of all donations to their
cause.

International Breast Cancer Research Foundation

What, When, Where, How?

What? The Blogging For Boobs Campaign - while breast cancer awareness is the
topic that we are lending our support to, the topic does not necessarily
have to be about breast cancer, as we do not wish to exclude those who have
not had any experience with it. Participation is key, and you can assist in
this way by posting a banner of support on your site. Blogging in support of
breast cancer awareness, no matter what the subject, will help us to create
a much needed awareness network in order to promote the cause.

We would like to see as many personal anecdotes and stories on the subject,
so if you have these to tell then we would appreciate your contribution.
Please remember to keep all posts tasteful.

When? Sunday, the 28th of October, 2007 9am (PST) (US)

Where? The portal for the day will be located at
MySpace.com Blogs - Jé Maverick MySpace Blog, with no less than ten associated "hub"
blogs which will operate as link directories.

How: If you have a blog and you wish to participate in this event, please
send all of your links and relevant information to: boobs@webforhumanity.org

You will receive notification and all publicity information in a timely
manner once we have received your link.

Thankyou in advance for your participation. Through the building of links and networks, how can we not change the world?



Jé Maverick

Web For Humanity Executive Co-ordinator

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"...stone by stone
the human castle rises..."
- Pablo Neruda

[chrissie]

This is awesome!! Expect an email from me, I have been doing a lot of breast cancer work on my blog this month, and am hosting a contest as well through the month of November to raise money for breast cancer. I am VERY interested in hearing more details on this! Good luck to you!

[chrissie]

I added one of your banners to my site, is that all I need to do, or would you like a post about this as well? I can do that, this is a cause I am pretty dedicated to so let me know!

[jemaverick]

Originally Posted by chrissie

This is awesome!! Expect an email from me, I have been doing a lot of breast cancer work on my blog this month, and am hosting a contest as well through the month of November to raise money for breast cancer. I am VERY interested in hearing more details on this! Good luck to you!

Thanks, Chrissie. I'd like to thank you for advertising our button on your site, and I've already posted a bulletin to my network of more than 4000 friends to let them know of your generosity, and I will be linking back to your blog from mine tonight. As there is only a week left to gather support for this initiative, I'm extremely grateful. I've sent you a response email, so hopefully it reaches you soon.

[jemaverick]

Originally Posted by chrissie

I added one of your banners to my site, is that all I need to do, or would you like a post about this as well? I can do that, this is a cause I am pretty dedicated to so let me know!

Yes, that is precisely what we are looking for. Participation on the 28th would be most welcome, and a great way to add to the network of awareness. Thankyou!

[Bloggeries]

Thanks for joining the forum Jé,

Everyone reading this has a special woman in there life whether it's a mother, daughter, sister or grandmother. Help raise awareness on something that can target any woman; Breast Cancer. I've put up the banner and link on my front page. It's only a few days away so if you can do anything why not?? Good causes like this should get all the help they can.

Best of luck,
Rob

[jemaverick]

I truly appreciate your assistance, Rob. You're a man among men.

[ghing]

nice blog you have there jemarick..
very informative and relevant..
every girl/woman should know how to take good care of their health and one of that is their breast.. and knowing that this coming oct. 28 is a breast cancer awareness month..
thanks for that one!!..

MORE POWER!..

[jemaverick]

Thanks, ghing. I'd like to invite you to enter too! All are welcome!

[jemaverick]

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