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15-OCT-2008 Cindi Smith

TITC - PINK - BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Fort Worth, TX

Many of you know that I'm a Breast Cancer Survivor. 4 years out now. I had so much in mind to shoot but decided to go with some personal items. The picture on the left is of myself and two other survivor friends, Lisa and Jeanne. The middle picture is of a man I worked with who did the Ironman in my honor and the picture on the right is of close friends who were there on my 50th birthday, to celebrate me getting there! The items in the middle include a Susan G Komen Research Center umbrella, my hat I wore on the last walk and the little bear my friend gave me during my fight. I have a lot more things but thought these were enough. Since this particular challenge is close to my heart as I have survived cancer as well as a few other Pbasers here, I just want to thank Bev and Lee for the topic. This one will be something that I'll cherish. So, those of you that don't go to get your mammograms, do so and guys, that means you checking your's too. It can hit men as well as women. And, for all of those of you who have lost friends or know of people that are going thru cancer, show your support by donating either time or money if you can to the cause. We need to find a cure for Cancer in our lifetime. It made me stronger and gave me a new look at life so there are positive things that can come out of it. I also try to make it a point to reach out to those that need me as I've been there. So, lift up your prayers and pray that a cure will be found soon. Thanks to everyone who partook in this challenge....a deep heartfelt thanks!

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Jeffrey Lewis Knapp15-Mar-2010 03:53
You can beat cancer. Stay strong.http://www.pbase.com/orangecones/cancer
carolynne_w20-Oct-2008 01:37
A great composition for this challenge.
Selective color works well here - well done!
Guest 17-Oct-2008 12:44
This is a wonderful picture- and an inspiring story. thanks for sharing it with us. Although I haven't known you too long, you impress me as a strong, caring woman and a fighter. Go you!!!
Russ Rose17-Oct-2008 05:03
Thank you for sharing. great image. appreciate your honesty.
Nancy Lobaugh17-Oct-2008 02:25
you go girrrrl!!!! great shot...
carol j. phipps17-Oct-2008 02:24
Thanks for sharing these Cindi! Wonderful, you all are in pink.
Greg Christie17-Oct-2008 00:06
Well done Cindi. Great image.
Stephen Ware17-Oct-2008 00:04
Great image Cindi! I admire your energy and determination, you are my image of a survivor.
mathilda williams16-Oct-2008 23:29
long live PINK!
from one survivor to another, well done :)
Jeff Lobaugh16-Oct-2008 21:23
Wonderful sentiments!
Barbara Heide16-Oct-2008 21:11
thank you Cindi!
Mairéad16-Oct-2008 20:37
Thank you for sharing and being an inspiration to us all.
Johnny JAG16-Oct-2008 20:36
You're an inspiration in many ways, keep on doing what you do.
Phillip Normanton16-Oct-2008 20:25
Keep racing - and always wearing pink! :)
Jola Dziubinska16-Oct-2008 19:48
Touching photo, Cindi, love you.
Thank you for all your messages for us women and for our men as well. We all have to be aware.
J. Scott Coile16-Oct-2008 18:55
YOU!!! A hero!
CreativeWiseGal16-Oct-2008 16:19
BRAVO - your message is profound and touching. Well represented in this photo. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Laura Sebastianelli16-Oct-2008 16:08
beautifully open ... such a gift to others
wernere0116-Oct-2008 15:29
Wonderful optimistic spirit in this. The message is: I´m a survivor, and I feel fine. Perfectly shown by the teddy bear. Love this shot, Cindi.
royalld16-Oct-2008 14:55
This week's challenge is a wonderful way to increase awareness of a very important cause.
Paula Krugerud16-Oct-2008 14:41
You go girl!! We just need more spirits like yours Cindi...my pink heart and my prayers go out to you and all that suffer, survive and soar!
veraferia16-Oct-2008 14:16
Bravo for your courage and inspiring life!
Guest 16-Oct-2008 13:26
Great message,love ya!
Carol Rollins16-Oct-2008 13:15
Bravo Cindi.
Your message is heartfelt.
Victoria16-Oct-2008 13:12
Very thoughtful image, wonderful collection , you got such wonderful heart ! xx
Guest 16-Oct-2008 12:51
Great 'collection' shot here Cindi..... Jv
laine8216-Oct-2008 09:20
Your an inspiration with your bright spirit...Keep on going, Cindi !! You look pretty in pink too !!
Nicki Thurgar16-Oct-2008 09:10
Very touching collection of pink things relating to your life. Cindi, you have the most joyful and fun personality, it's obvious that you really enjoy living your life to the full, and may you and your friends go ON living long, healthy and happy lives... and I'm TRULY shocked that you are 50!! :~O
Ann...16-Oct-2008 08:30
You have an amazing spirit and tremendous reserves of courage lovely Cindi. Thank you for sharing these personal treasures with us.
Lee Rudd16-Oct-2008 07:11
Thank YOU Cindi! thought provoking
Kathryn16-Oct-2008 06:21
So thought provoking Cindi - I'm glad you said you thought it was a good Thursday challenge. It certainly makes people more aware. Love Kathryn XXX
clark langley16-Oct-2008 05:54
Well said,well shot Cindi.
Look at that smile.
BleuEvanescence16-Oct-2008 05:36
Loving you...xxx
Dan Chusid16-Oct-2008 05:29
Keep on Pinkin' on!
Robin Reid16-Oct-2008 05:00
Spot on ... very much about you and the challenge.
Ron Gile16-Oct-2008 04:58
You go girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ron
j>a>e>17 :):):)16-Oct-2008 04:58
you're an inspiration to countless sweet cindi... like me, j>a>e>17 :):):)

united voices WILL BEEE victorious :):):) always dream~~~dare~~~dive!!! :):):)
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