Last week, I got an email from a company that I'm sure was well intentioned. But boy, was it ill-conceived. For every pair of pink headphones sold during the month of October, it said, they would donate a portion of the proceeds to Breast Cancer research. Here was the pitch: "We here at (company) Continue Reading
I have a problem with breast cancer campaigns about Loving Boobies. I think they trivialize a serious disease. I don't love all the pink-i-fication of breast cancer -- as if it's not a real killer, just a fun, frilly, glamorous one. That's why I'm thrilled to tell you about Moon Walk NY. On Continue Reading
My mother is a Breast Cancer survivor. My sister recently had a scare. I have more than one friend who has lost a breast, or two, or had a lumpectomy. I know women who have lost parents, or sisters to Breast Cancer. I do not take Breast Cancer lightly. I do not think it is sexy, or fun. I do not Continue Reading
Together with our millions of supporters, the American Cancer Society saves lives and creates more birthdays by helping people stay well, helping people get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back against cancer. This post is part of their Bloggers for More Birthdays campaign. Click on the Continue Reading