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Monday, February 1, 2010

February is Julie's Month

A little over 2 years ago, we lost my 31-year old niece, Julie, to cervical cancer. She fought a long hard battle, but in the end, she lost her fight. She would have turned 34 on February 2nd. In her memory, I will donate $1.00 for each comment that I receive on my blog during the month of February to the American Cancer Society. My son, Brian, is captaining a team for our local Relay for Life event and I will donate that amount to his team. Please help me out by commenting often. If you would like to make a personal monetary donation, please visit Brian’s personal fundraising page here. Thanks for your support!

I made the following card in Julie’s memory. The adorable digi-image is called “Hope Fights” and was free from Whimsie Doodles last October during breast cancer awareness month. I used the color turquoise, because turquoise is the awareness color for cervical cancer. Remember- just because you’re a girl, doesn’t mean you can’t fight tough…and Julie did- she fought tough all the way to the end.

Julie, we love you and we miss you!


Digi-Image: Hope Fights (Whimsie Doodle)- no longer available
Papers: SU's Chocolate Chip, Tempting Turquoise, GP 110 white, "Cheeky (Making Memories)
Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black, Tempting Turquoise
Accessories: sponge, scallop oval and large oval punches (SU), pop dots, 1/16" hole punch, small turquoise brads from Recollections (Michael's)

34 comments:

  1. Mary so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful way to give back to such a worthy cause. I love how the word BRAVE stands out on the background paper..such a cute card.

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  2. What a wonderful way to honor Julie!

    I have a dear friend losing this battle as well and will be taking part in our local Relay for Life.

    God bless you, Mary, for creating this wonderful card and remembering your dear cousin in this remarkable way!

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  3. I am sorry about your loss. Great card!

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  4. That is so wonderful of you to do that. I am sure she is smiling..Beautiful card.

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  5. Mary - I'm so sorry for your loss. Just far too young to lose someone.

    Your card is fantastic - love the colors.

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  6. Mary what a great way to honor Julie.

    HUGS
    Amanda

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  7. Mary, bless you, What a wonderful thing you are doing in Julie's memory. We have lost far too many people to this terrible disease. I will be making a contribution to Brian's team and be praying for a cure soon.

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  8. Mary, what an adorable card. What a wonderful tribute.

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  9. Mary and Brian..what a great way to remember Julie..I was diagnosed with Sarcoma 11 years ago when i was 38, given a 30% chance of survival and had the fight of my life!!! I'm sure Julie would want you to keep fighting for her and that is just what you are doing. Glitterbee Hugs:
    Micki

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  10. Mary- this is fabulous- I will post it on my blog in the next few days! Bless you!

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  11. Sorry for your loss, I'll share it on my blog too. Beautiful card.

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  12. Mary, what a wonderful tribute to Julie and what a wonderful thing you are doing in her memory and to keep the fight going against this horrible disease.

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  13. Such a tragic loss. I will post this on my blog & make a contribution as well.

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  14. What a wonderful way to remember Julie.

    Hugs

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  15. Mary, what a beautiful card to honor your lovely neice. So sorry for your loss of her at such a young age. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.

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  16. So Sad, Mary. Such anice thing you are doing. It's really wonderful.

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  17. this giving is such a blessing for your family and friends and let's everyone participate in the fight in her behalf!
    blessings to you my friend!

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  18. What a wonderful tribute for a special cause.. the card is just lovely..

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  19. What a lovely way to remember a great fighter. The card is beautiful but so was your niece :)
    Hugs
    Anne

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  20. What a touching way to remember how special she was, through this cute card and donations.

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  21. So sorry for your loss....and a wonderful way to remember....
    Hugz

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  22. sorry for your loss thank you for sharing your thoughts and talent with us. May you be blessed with peace.

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  23. I'm so sorry for your loss. That's a beautiful card with a great message.
    Hugs,
    Kristina

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  24. My thoughts and prayers are with you...sorry to read about your loss. What a beautiful way to honor your niece!
    Beautiful card!
    hugs
    Brneda

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  25. Mary, you are such an awesome Lady! It is my honor to "know" you! Julie would be so proud of what you and Brian are doing to fight this disease! My daughter was blessed to have had her potential danger caught early and we thank God every day that we have her still with us! Thank you so much for sharing Julie with us and many blessings to you and all the family!

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  26. A beautiful card with a huge meaning! This is a wonderful thing you are doing.

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  27. I am so sorry for the loss of your niece. This is a great way to honor her memory.

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  28. So sorry for your loss at such an early age. This is a wonderful thing you both are doing. I love the card you made in her memory.

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  29. What a wonderful way to honor your loved one! An adorable card, thank you for sharing your love and your fight against this horrific disease!

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  30. Your niece has a wonderfully caring aunt. I hope you make bucketloads of money for her cause.

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  31. Your card is lovely and what a wonderful mention for your neice..
    Hope you raise lots of money.
    connie paxman

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  32. This is a wonderful way to honor your niece. I hope you are able to raise a lot of money for the cause.

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  33. What a wonderful way to honor your niece. I love the card and the image you used. Sorry for your loss.

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