Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Friend, Supporter, and Family

I thank you for your time in reading this update on the Bouncing for Breast Cancer (a.k.a. Bouncing for Boobs) personal campaign.

I know there are some of you who want to donate to our cause and the good news is that there's still time left to do so. In fact, I've made it easier by accepting credit card/debit card donations through our website - www.bouncingforbreastcancer.org.

Firstly, let me say how humbly grateful I am for how far we've come in this emotional and inspirational journey. Without the support from all over the world from outstanding people such as yourself, we would not be where we are today. Kathleen and her children are so touched by the outreach from the world community.

To recap, I started this personal breast cancer appeal to help my sister and single mum, Kathleen, on 24th February 2006. I pledged to bounce 10,000 times a day to raise $10,000 in 100 days. All proceeds go towards basic living costs during the 5 months she's unable to work and bring an income. Together with a small and dedicated team, we celebrate our successes to date:

  • Raised just over $7,000 in just 90 days!!!!
  • Bounced over 900,000 times (approx 135 hours)
  • Bounced in 6 countries - England, India, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland
  • Landmark bounces include Taj Mahal, Eiffel Tower, London Eye, Dom Cathedral, Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Our story will be featured in an exclusive interview with UK's no. 1 women's weekly magazine June 15th
  • Created a blog that has been full of updates, inspirational stories and a few laughs
  • Touched the lives of thousands of people in spreading hope to those affected by breast cancer
  • Found a company to help turn this into a nonprofit organisation to support single mothers worldwide
  • Made a profound impact on my sister Kathleen in our support during her surgeries, recovery and chemo

The Countdown begins - 10 days remaining to reach our personal target of $10,000 on Day 100 of this campaign - June 3rd, 2006. Our aim is to raise the remaining $3,000 by then and we can only do this with your wonderful support.

Kathleen and I would be profoundly grateful for any amount of support you can contribute to this worthy cause - through personal donations, spreading the word to friends and colleagues to kindly do the same, purchasing our fab tshirts, and sending well wishes. Good news is that we are now able to take credit/debit card donations online in addition to Paypal payments.

Making a difference has never been so easy.
1. Log onto www.bouncingforbreastcancer.org
2. Click on the donate button
3. Choose Paypal option or Non Paypal (credit/debit card)
4. Make your donation - any amount is so appreciated
5. Feel great knowing you've made a HUGE difference today

Do check our blog for its updates on Kathleen and uplifting stories http://bouncingforboobs.blogspot.com

I am flying to America on 30th May to spend two weeks with Kathleen and my nieces. She lost 3/4 of her reconstructed breast due to complications in the healing and she's lost most of her hair from the 1st chemo treatment. However, she has her LIFE and this is to be celebrated. During my visit, I will be going to the hospital with her during her 2nd chemo treatment and assist her through the side effects. Additionally, I will support her to create a compelling for herself and to lovingly embrace her new body image.

Thanks for your time and for stepping up to contribute in whatever way you can. May you continue to rise and shine in your greatness.

With love and heartfelt blessings,
x priscilla & kathleen