In the last 3 years, I have really taken big steps in "bettering" my life. I work out a lot more than I ever did in my life. I never worked out much once soccer ended at the end of High School.
I don't drink diet soda.
I don't smoke.
I gave up tanning.
I steer clear of people that smoke anywhere in the vicinity of me.
I wear sunscreen.
The list could go on and on. I don't want to die at 39. I want surpass my mother's dying age. We have the tools today to know what can cause cancer. The question is do you CARE enough, love yourself enough to take the proper steps in living a cancer free life?
I feel like being a teacher not only means educating my students, but educating others. Even if that means I'm blue in the face from preaching about certain things I continually see/read bloggers talk about. (COUGH COUGH ALL YOU DIET SODA DRINKERS just wait till you read tomorrow's post!!!) I have written NUMEROUS posts on things that cause
Post on Being BPA Free read HERE
Post on RBGH free Milk read HERE
Post on being brave and getting my first Mammogram HERE
RIP Mom. I can only hope, pray, trust in the Lord that I will continue to surpass you with age and live a cancer free life!
Thinking of you today girl! I think its great that you try to educate us, your readers on these topics! You're a wonderful woman, and Im happy to be your friend! :)
ReplyDeleteI love that you are such a strong advocate of cancer prevention, your mother was beautiful. Thinking of you today dear. <3
ReplyDeletewe share something crummy in losing our moms to cancer when we were young. sending you healthy, loving vibes today my sweet friend xoxo
ReplyDeletethinking of you! RIP to your momma Cassie <3
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and sending you love. Such a strong post and so glad you are being proactive with your life.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you! Too many times we hear stories about cancer...and then the family members do nothing to try and prevent it in themselves. Thank you for being a great example to the rest of us!
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts are with you today. I lost a dear friend to cancer in January and my sister is a cancer survivor. It is an evil disease!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great post in honor of your mom....you are doing such a great job of living a healthy life. I'm sure you make her proud! Sending a big fat hug your way today. xoxo
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts & prayers go out to you and your momma!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you today. Thank you for being brave enough to share your story.
ReplyDeleteI am sure your mother would be proud.
thinking of you & your mom today!! so glad you're spreading education about the different topics.
ReplyDeletexoxo, megs
I'm definitely thinking about you today! I think it is so positive that you are speaking out and being an advocate for us all. Thank you so much for mentioning earlier about the RBGH free milk...I went and told all my friends, mom and grandmother [practically everyone] about it! I'm also having a giveaway, so go check it out and enter to win lots of goodies! :)
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing this with us! I got my husband to stop drinking diet soda because Ive seen all the information about how bad it is for you!
ReplyDeleteloving this post so much! so gr8 you can talk about it and help other!!
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Thinking about you today C Mae!! Such a great way to honor your mom by speaking up for protecting ourselves against cancer!
ReplyDeleteAwww that's so sad :( thinking of you C Mae!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea....sending good thoughts your way tonight. I admire you so much for sharing your story. I know your mama has to be so proud of you for being so proactive with your lifestyle. you go girl!
ReplyDeleteI went through everyone of these post you have linked. I am ready to throw out all my plastic tupperware asap!
Thinking of you girl! Know your mom is looking down with a smile! And way to go for spreading the knowledge and awareness.
ReplyDeleteI cant imagine what you had to go through at a young age, losing your mother when you first hit your teen years. You are so strong and I hope this post will educate others to live well..life is just way too short.
ReplyDeleteI'm your newest follower! Love your blog, and I was touched by this post! My Dad currently has cancer, and I understand where your coming from when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle.
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Thinking of you today, girl. I can only imagine what it is like to lose someone like that at such a young age. I know she is proud of you for what you have grown up to be! :)
ReplyDeleteI couldn't imagine having to go through that even though I've 2 of my best friends do it. Thinking about you.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you sweet girl!!!! Your mother was a beautiful lady - like mother, like daughter!! :)
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