Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Scent-sational Fundraiser

A brief update on our training and fundraising. We had our first team swim this past weekend and it went very well. Will and I have not swam as a "sport" before so this was a new experience for both of us. Overall I think we did well...and look forward to adding swimming to our training. This weekend we will be back on our bikes for a team ride and looking forward to it. For me personally, training for 3 sports is time consuming...my training days have gone from 3 to 5 overnight and most days start at 5:00am...therefore, my head hits the pillow soon after the kids are in bed. No more late nights for us

In regards to fundraising we have raised $1939.73! I can't thank our family and friends enough for their support...but we still have $1800 to go so I''ve taken on a new opportunity that will help us reach our goal...with a LITTLE HELP FROM YOU...

I have become a Scentsy Consultant. I'm sure many of you have heard of Scentsy but if not - Scentsy is a safe, wickless alternative to scented candles. The top-of-the-line scented wax is heated by a light bulb instead of a traditional wick...in a decorative warmer. There are also several other products that will add warmth to your home and everyday life. Many of you know how sensitive I am to smells (candles, sprays, perfumes) and the reason I became a consultant is because Scentsy is one of the only scented products that I can have in our home. You can see my 4 favorite products in the photo.

I am have OPEN PARTY online where you can browse & BUY. It is called Team Bacon - Team in Training. All products are 10% off during the month of February.

ALL PROFITS from my first online party will go directly into Team Bacon's fundraising account . Think about what's ahead...so buy now and save...teacher gifts, mother's day gifts, etc. Remember you are helping a great cause while also getting an awesome product so please take a few moments and browse the site...I promise you will find something you can't live without.


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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Our Honored Heros NEED YOUR HELP!



You might have heard in the news recently there is currently a crisis-level shortage of one of the most important medicines required for every Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia protocol: Methotrexate (MTX). Every patient with ALL has this drug in their protocol and even with its ugly side effects it is needed to save lives.

The photo above is a picture of MTX that Grayson is receiving each week.

Please visit the following blogs of our honored heros and take action now! The petitions and letters to your local senators and representatives take a few minutes out of your day but could GIVE A CHILD THEIR LIFETIME!

Just today, Wednesday February 15 Grayson was called in a day early to receive his high dose Methotrexate due to the shortage. Luckily he made counts and is able to receive it and the hospital is aware of the situation and how frightened patients and parents are becoming.

Georgia's Blog - links to CureSearch & St. Baldricks where you simply sign in to send the letters. The blog also has news reports and articles on how serious this is. Georgia's mom, Courtney is very knowledgeable and has done research and is open to answering any questions so please visit the blog.

Grayson's Blog - links to the petition and a personal message from Grayson's mom, Kalee. You can also see some pictures of what is it like for children with leukemia to go through treatments.

LLS Advocacy Community - Take action against drug shortages

Again, please take a moment out of your day to help children like Georgia and Grayson! Your help is greatly appreciated...and please spread the word!


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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

GForce Running Shirts



We are offering GForce running/technical shirts that will support Will and I's triathlon fundraising as well as Grayson's family...so you are helping both of us!

You may order these "super-power" running shirts through February 23. We have four styles all offered in white with green print for $30 each.

If you need help with sizing please email and we can send you the spec sheets.




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