Nana's Box

Newest Boxes

2011-07-27T16:43:00.001-04:00

I made this box for my friends Aunt. This box was made for 24 year old Ashlee. A Mama of a 2 year old little girl, requested by her sister.

Newest box for "Pops"

2011-07-27T16:39:00.000-04:00

Made for someones father who is fighting Mesothelioma

Sad news

2011-04-27T09:56:00.000-04:00

It saddens me to share this news with you all. I recently received an email from the Aunt of Maddie, one of our Project Kiddie Hope recipients, that Maddie had passed away last month. She was unconscious and was never able to see her box. I am truly grateful to have been able to have made her a box and my prayers and thoughts go out to her family. I hope that her family will use the box to place

Welcoming Spirit

2011-04-25T18:15:00.000-04:00

I was recently contacted by the blog author of "Welcoming Spirit" asking if a group of volunteers could make some cards for Nana's Box. I was so excited when those cards arrived in the mail today! Such beautiful cards from some wonderful people. Thank you for taking the time to make them. Future Nana's Boxes will now be completed with your beautiful cards! You can read more about Paula over at

Quote of the Day

2011-04-22T19:48:00.001-04:00

If children have the ability to ignore all odds and percentages, then maybe we can all learn from them. When you think about it, what other choice is there but to hope? We have two options, medically and emotionally: give up, or fight like hell. ~Lance Armstrong (photo source)

Project Kiddie Hope boxes

2011-03-19T17:00:00.001-04:00

I've finally got all the Project Kiddie Hope boxes mailed out. It was a big task but I am so grateful to have been able to send these precious little ones something to help make their journey a little bit easier. A {BIG} thank you to all the generous woman who donated hats, materials, headbands, time and more to this project. Your donations are truly appreciated. I've posted a little bit about

Volunteers and some lovely boxes

2011-02-17T11:02:00.009-05:00

Jen, Ashley, & Julie (not pictured) ~ 3 of the most wonderful, amazing and crafty women I know. Thank you so {SO} much for your help in making these boxes for {Project Kiddie Hope} I could not have done it without you!A {BIG} thank you to Kelley from Amy's Angels for sending some of the most beautiful cards for our little Project Kiddie Hope recipients. If you haven't checked out Amy's Angels

Wonderful people

2011-02-15T12:15:00.002-05:00

My heart is so overwhelmed these past few days. There are so many wonderful and giving people in this world. In addition to the wonderful women that I wrote about in the last post, I need to add Tammy from Florelle. She has graciously donated all the headbands for the little girls! I have worked with Tammy in the past, have never met her, but her sweet personality has shined and I thank her for

Update: Project Kiddie Hope

2011-02-08T16:18:00.003-05:00

We still need a few more names for our Project Kiddie Hope. A group of volunteers are getting together in about 2 weeks to make the boxes for these deserving children and we would love to be able to make 50 boxes.Send us your names: mynanasbox@yahoo.comI would also like to tell you about Daddy Mack Hats and Cherry Tree Road who will be sponsoring our project by providing handmade beanies for the

Nana's Box Feature: Abby

2011-01-31T08:41:00.003-05:00

In March of 2008 I suddenly became deathly ill with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Within a few days in the hospital I was placed in a drug induced coma and breathing with a ventilator. I had just turned thirty and I was fighting for my life.While I was in the ICU my family and I received a Nana’s Box from Angie. The box was filled with photos of my family and I doing what we loved. It

Newest Boxes

2011-01-19T08:29:00.003-05:00

For Charlene- Wife, Mother, and Nana to 2 little girlsFor Missy- 29 year old Mother of 2

Project Kiddie Hope

2011-01-02T14:57:00.006-05:00

My 30th birthday is coming up this year and as part of my list of {Things to do in the year I turn 30} I want to send out 50 Nana's boxes to 50 cancer patients..... children cancer patients.In order for me to reach this goal I need your help. Please submit your nominations to: mynanasbox@yahoo.comInclude the following information: 1. The name of the child & age2. What type of cancer they have3.

Nana's Box Feature: Erin

2010-12-06T11:13:00.004-05:00

Last week I received a very touching email from Jennifer, the sister of a 26 year old women who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in October 2008. She requested a box for her sister, Erin, and shared the following story with me: My sister Erin was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma in October of 2008. She received 6 months of chemo and 6 weeks of radiation. After that, she had a number of

Newest boxes

2010-12-05T18:40:00.006-05:00

For Sharun- Ovarian cancer (requested by her friend)For Eric- stage IV Colon cancer (requested by his wife)Eric is a Philadelphia Police Officer

Recent boxes

2010-11-23T11:29:00.007-05:00

~ For Barbara ~ ~ For Julie ~~ For Darci ~~ For Cathy ~~ For Dana ~

October is {PINK} month

2010-10-06T08:31:00.004-04:00

Send that special women in your life a Nana's Box this month! It will help make her fight just a little bit easier. It's free to send a cancer patient a box. We pay for shipping, thanks to our sponsors and wonderful donors who help make this possible.Go here to get started.

Cancer takes another Mother and Teacher

2010-09-10T08:45:00.005-04:00

I was blessed to have known Krista (my sisters friend) and her sweet Mom, Karleen, while growing up. She was like as second Mom to my sister. She fought breast cancer a few years back, then it returned to her brain a few months ago. Tuesday she was taken to heaven. Below is her obituary.Just another example of what a terrible disease cancer is and how it affects us all.Karleen Stoker-Meeks 1958

{ Nana's Box on Facebook }

2010-08-04T14:41:00.002-04:00

Have you joined us on Facebook yet? Periodically I post new discussions regarding all kinds of cancer topics.On the left is the link to the Facebook page. Come check it out!

A Thousand Cranes

2010-06-23T12:13:00.003-04:00

This summer I am the evvent chair for my cities Relay for Life. For our Luminaria Ceremony were are telling the story of Sadako Sasaki: A thousand cranes. I made this slideshow and wanted to share it with you. First here is her story:Sadako Sasaki (佐々木禎子, January 7, 1943 – October 25, 1955) was a girl who was two years old when the atomic bomb was dropped on August 6, 1945, near her home by

{ The doom of cancer }

2010-06-23T12:06:00.003-04:00

Lately the doom of cancer has been all around me. My very best friend, that I have known since I was 5, found out that her mom's breast cancer has returned and spread to her brain. A few years back she had found out that the cancer had spread to some of her organs. The recent news was not taken lightly, obviously, and now my friend is finding her family in a situation of choices to make

New Sponsor

2010-06-13T21:59:00.001-04:00

Nana's Box has a new sponsor: 10% of ALL proceeds from ryah sofia will go to benefit the efforts of Nana's Box!

...Grateful...

2010-05-04T10:32:00.000-04:00

A few weeks ago I did a post about the need for supplies for my Nana's Box project. Little did I know that so many wonderful people would come to my aid! I recieved 4 packages in the mail within the week, full of amazing things that will help to make some great boxes! I couldn't be more grateful and proud to be friends with such wonderful and giving people. Your hearts are beautiful! Thank you

{ Newest Box }

2010-04-24T14:46:00.001-04:00

update

2010-04-14T11:05:00.001-04:00

If you are able to donate to Nana's Box, please email me (mynanasbox@yahoo.com) for the address of where to mail things. If you are donating money, I have a paypal account set up for that. THANK YOU!

{ Attention All Scrapbookers, Crafters, & creative people }

2010-04-12T16:24:00.006-04:00

I am in need of some supplies for my Nana's Box project. I have been so blessed to be able to make most, if not all, the boxes so far from donated supplies. Generous and kind people have sent some great things to help me make these boxes the past 3 years. However, those supplies ahve almost run out and so have the monetary funds that have been donated to Nana's Box. I am currently using personal

{ Jen }

2010-03-19T14:38:00.002-04:00

I occasionally get the chance to meet some wonderful people through my volunteering with the American Cancer Society. Some of those wonderful people just happen to be cancer survivors. A couple of summers ago I met Jen. Some friends of hers and her family put a Relay for Life team together for her while she was battling breast cancer. Since then she has also battled melanoma. Over the past couple

New Box

2010-02-25T15:57:00.002-05:00

I recently made this box for my Mother-in-Laws co-worker. She is a mother of 2 who was recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer. When I asked my MIL to tell me something about this women the first thing she said was that she was a HUGE Dallas Cowboys fan. I had a great time trying to come up with something that would reflect the fan in her. When the box was all finished we add the photos of her

Newest Box...

2010-02-10T11:17:00.002-05:00

Would you like to order a box for someone? Click on the "order a box" tab at the top to get started!

Cleaning for a Reason

2010-01-28T14:40:00.002-05:00

My friend sent me an email about this new non-profit group that sends cleaning maids to the homes of women who are battling cancer... any kind of cancer. Cool idea huh? Go check it out, you might know someone who could benefit from this.Also, if you do know someone who could benefit, have you sent them a Nana's Box yet?? It's free and easy to do. Click on the link at the top to Order a Box!

Cancer News: Kanagroo cream may fight skin cancer

2010-01-24T15:55:00.001-05:00

SYDNEY - Understanding how kangaroos repair their DNA could be the key to preventing skin cancer, according to Australian and Austrian researchers.The teams are investigating a DNA repair enzyme found in kangaroos and many other organisms, but not humans, that is very effective in fixing a particular type of damage linked to many skin cancers.The research is led by Dr Linda Feketeova and Dr Uta

Newest Box

2010-01-05T13:46:00.005-05:00

Tis the Season

2009-12-07T14:45:00.000-05:00

The holidays can be a crazy time of year. It can get even crazier if you or someone you know hears those dreaded words: you have cancer.If you know someone who has gotten this sad news send them a Nana's Box to show them you care. It's free for cancer patients and survivors and it would be a wonderful gift to send someone this season! Go here to check out how to order one.

Cell phones and brain tumors= no connection

2009-12-06T14:40:00.002-05:00

So, I have always wondered if my regular use of my cell is causing damage to my brain. I hear rumors and news reports that I am giving myself cancer by my frequent cell phone use. However, thanks to this article I can rest a little easier knowing that there is no connection between cell phone use and brain tumors.WASHINGTON - A very large, 30-year study of just about everyone in Scandinavia shows

Tiny Ovarian Tumors Can Lurk for Years

2009-11-19T16:59:00.002-05:00

I read this article about how doctors are starting to discover why ovarian caner is so hard to diagnose. It's great to see the recent progress in cancer research... even if it isn't a cure at least they are starting to understand the mechanics of such a terrible disease. WASHINGTON - Tiny ovarian tumors lurk in the Fallopian tubes for an average of four years before they grow large enough to be

Christmas Cards for a Young Cancer Patient

2009-11-12T09:50:00.000-05:00

We all know that this is the season of giving. And what a better way to give than to a little boy who is only asking for a christmas card.Some of you may have already heard about little 5 year old Noah who has been battling Neuroblastoma since February 2007. This brave little boy has fought a brave battle but doctors have told his family that this will be his last Christmas.Because they are not

Can Lives Be Changed with a Bake Sale?

2009-11-10T19:03:00.002-05:00

In my recent issue of Martha Stewart Living I found this little ad about Liam:"It was bleak February day in 2007 when Gretchen Witt heard the words that would devastate any parent: Your child has cancer. But what made things even worse was what came next: Oh, and there's no sure cure.As Gretchen and her husband Larry absorbed the fact that an aggressive form of cancer called neuroblastoma was

Winner of the My Krooked Karma Giveaway...

2009-11-03T09:55:00.003-05:00

BIG thanks to Michelle over at My Krooked Karma, for donating her two fabulous tile necklaces! If you haven't had the chance to check out her Etsy shop you should. She has come great tile pendants over there!!Winner of the HOPE tile necklace is:Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby who said...Tea for Two is too cute! Thanks for stopping by and letting me know about this fabulous giveaway!Winner of the

2 Days left! Have YOU entered?

2009-10-30T17:05:00.003-04:00

Only 2 more days to enter the My Krooked Karma GIVEAWAY!Go here to enter!

8 Ways to Reduce your Risk of Breast Cancer

2009-10-27T15:47:00.003-04:00

I always hear of things that we should be doing to help lower our risks of getting cancer. However sometimes I just chalk it off as something I will worry about later, or tell myself that I am already doing this stuff. However, with the rates of women who are being diagnosed with breast cancer getting younger I am becoming more determined to do what I can to avoid the risks. I recently found this

Winner of the Bell Designs Giveaway.....

2009-10-25T21:15:00.000-04:00

A BIG thanks to Linda at Bell Designs for teaming up with me to do this great giveaway! She has some great things over at her Etsy shop, so if you haven't stopped by yet to check it out you should. Now onto the winner:Krissy who said..."Love the singing owl mirror! "Congrat's to Krissy!! Please contact me with your info.Be sure to enter my next giveaway from My Krooked Karma... see post below to

My Krooked Karma GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED

2009-10-25T21:01:00.004-04:00

I am happy to introduce you to Michelle over at My Krooked Karma. She makes some amazing and gorgeous tile pendants! And has graciously donated these two beautiful pendants to two winners!The first pendant is the is the Hope scrabble tile:The second pendant is the Faith scrabble tile: ♥ Handmade by me, using a Scrabble-like wooden tile with graphics attached.♥ Sealed in a hard coat resin, leaving

Bell Designs GIVEAWAY!! NOW CLOSED

2009-10-18T16:10:00.002-04:00

I'm very excited to introduce you to Linda over at Bell Designs. Linda's shop has some great little magnets that say all kinds of things. And these cute little pocket mirrors that I think are just genius! Linda contacted me wanting to host a giveaway and has donated this wonderful "SURVIVOR" pocket mirror to give to one winner! *Pocket Mirror -One side is a beautiful graphic image, the other side

{ Cancer related GIVEAWAYS }

2009-10-17T09:43:00.002-04:00

Have you entered the current giveaway? It's a great pair of scrapbook die cuts and a gorgeous pewter bookmark! Great gifts for any cancer survivor! Also, be sure to go to the giveaways link at the top to see the amazing giveaways coming up in the future.... or click here!

Pink overload....

2009-10-15T14:43:00.003-04:00

Are companies taking advantage of Breast Cancer Awareness Month?Its easy to walk into any store during the month of Octorber and find the famous pink ribbon, the signals Breast Cancer Awareness, everywhere. Now a days its on everything, from clothes, to underwear to food labels. Luckily I am not swayed into buying these products simply because they state that they support cancer research. However

Newest Box....

2009-10-13T09:23:00.000-04:00

Made for Edith who was diagnosed with breast cancer and now it has spread to her lymph nodes, spine, left femur, and around her lungs. This box was request from someone who cares about Edith but doesn't know her personally..... such kind hearted people out there!

Deputy who committed suicide accused of cancer scam

2009-10-13T01:51:00.001-04:00

This just goes to show how wonderful and supportive people in a community can be when someone they know and love is affected by cancer. This disease brings people together and shows how giving and self-less human beings can be. It is also sad and upsetting to read that someone would so blatantly take advantage of the kindness of those around them. This is not the first story I have heard about

Wysiwigs GIVEAWAY!! NOW CLOSED

2009-10-11T20:21:00.001-04:00

I am excited to introduce you to Jen at Wysiwigs. She has kindly donated this beautiful pair of scrapbook die cuts and this gorgeous petitie pewter bookmarker. * This lovely pair of die cuts are perfect for a survivor's scrapbook page, or use it to make a pretty card or two to brighten someone's day.Beautifully scripted, "Hope" measures approximately 3" high and 4" wide.Rules to enter:1. Visit

Winner of the Little Jags Giveaway

2009-10-11T20:15:00.000-04:00

A HUGE thanks goes out to Cathy over at Little Jags for the beautiful necklace and bracelet giveaway! If you haven't stopped by you should.... there are some beautiful pieces over there!And the winner is: #27robin_titan who said...I loved the Scrabble Tile Necklace and Chain - Pink Owl. So cute!I really hope I get lucky and win this for my co-worker. She'd LOVE it, especially since she's a

Less than 24 hrs left.....

2009-10-10T22:14:00.002-04:00

to enter the Little Jags GIVEAWAY!! Go here to get your entry in before the deadline!

Survivors of childhood cancer less likely to marry

2009-10-08T13:43:00.004-04:00

The title of this article immediatley caught my eye. What a sad thing to read about. Seriously, after having to deal with such a tramtic and life threating disease you are more likely to spend this life as a single person? Cancer really affects more than just your physical body, but the mind and soul as well. Makes me realize, a bit more, just how terrible this disease really is.... at any age.By

Little Jags GIVEAWAY!!! NOW CLOSED

2009-10-04T20:05:00.002-04:00

I am excited to introduce you to Cathy over at Little Jags. She has graciously donated this beautiful bracelet and necklace set. A perfect gift or any cancer survivor in your life. * Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Sterling Silver Jingle BraceletCrystals, Pearls, Sterling Silver, and Tiny Bells, what an elegant match. Tiny sterling silver bells gently dangle and jingle on this sterling silver

Winner of the Designs by Best Friends Giveaway

2009-10-04T20:03:00.002-04:00

A HUGE thanks goes out to Designs by Best Friends for their wonderful donation and support of Nana's Box!!! If you haven't stopped by to check out all the fabulous things they have you need to!The winner of the Antique Silver Hope Earrings is:Tracy who said...The Cure Affirmation Ring Necklace with Pink Crystal Drops is my fave!I'm also a follower! Congratulations and please contact me with your

Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

2009-10-02T10:02:00.003-04:00

In honor of breast cancer awareness month I have decided to post some of my past {Fabulous Feature Friday} stories of brave women, both old and young who have fought this terrible disease. Read and enjoy! And be inspired!And remember...... early detection is the key.... check yourself today!The ButterflyA husbands storyBreast Cancer at 25A daugthers storyPS have you entered my Designs by Best

A Malignant Melanoma Walks Into a Bar...

2009-10-01T04:47:00.000-04:00

In the News:They say laughter is the best medicine right? Does that include laughter when suffering with cancer? To me it seems like something that shouldn;t be laughed about or joked around with. But as I read this article found on msnbc.com I started to think differently:Cancer kills more young people than any other disease, and survival rates have not improved in more than 30 years for people

Newest Box...

2009-09-29T09:58:00.001-04:00

For Diana who is fighting colon cancer ---------------------------------------------------------------- Have you entered the Designs by Best Friends Giveaway yet?Go here to enter

Designs by Best Friends GIVEAWAY!! NOW CLOSED

2009-09-27T21:31:00.004-04:00

I am excited to introduce you to Designs by Best Friends. A wonderful site run by best friends who are big supporters of Breast Cancer Awareness, Research and Education. They have graciously donated a beautiful pair of Antique Silver HOPE Earrings to one winner. * The earrings are made using an antique silver hope ribbon charm joined to a silver earring back with a 4mm open jump ring.Rules to

Winner of the Suncreations Giveaway

2009-09-27T20:05:00.004-04:00

Big THANKS to SUNCREATIONS for their wonderful donation! Thanks to them we were able to pick two winners! The first winner will receive the LIVE dominos pendant. And that winner is:Melody who said..."I like Domino Tile Pendant Necklace Style 014 and 013." The second winner will recieve the SURVIVOR dominos pendant. And that winner is: Wife&Mommy who said...I'm also now a subscriber Please

Suncreations GIVEAWAY... only 24 hrs left!

2009-09-26T17:45:00.001-04:00

So hurry and enter!Click here to enter the GIVEAWAY!!

Tanning beds = arsenic and mustard gas.... sounds yummy

2009-09-22T21:39:00.004-04:00

In the News:Who doesn't like to have a little glow to their skin?? Some color to their face as the winter months approach? I am guilty of visiting the tanning beds a few times in my life. However, I can guarantee you I will be thinking twice about that before I head there in the future. Thanks to this article I recently read on msnbc.com:Doctors have tried warning young people away from tanning

Suncreations Necklace GIVEAWAY! NOW CLOSED

2009-09-20T01:25:00.001-04:00

I am very excited to introduce you to Suncreations. A wonderful site featuring great jewelry and domino pendants! Suncreations has graciously offered to give two winners their choice of one of these beautiful domino pendants! Perfect for anyone fighting cancer or someone who has lost a loved one to cancer. * This pendant is made from a recycled domino tile. The tile has been decoupaged with a

{Quote of the Day}

2009-09-18T10:33:00.001-04:00

Victory-a matter of staying power.~ Elbert Hubbard

Winner of the Chandlers Handmade Giveaway

2009-09-13T21:31:00.002-04:00

First off a HUGE thank you to Chandler over at Chandlers Handmade for the beautiful leather bracelet donation! If you haven't stopped by to see the amazing upcycled leather bracelets you should stop by!On to the winner:Chris who said...Oooh, I love the Return of The Rings - Upcycled Leather Bracelet w/ Steel Rings....please contact me with your info! ----------------------------------------------

What is Nana's Box?

2009-09-12T13:22:00.007-04:00

I recently have had quite a few people ask me what a Nana's Box is and what does the recipient do with the box. Since I've been MIA for a few months I thought I'd take the time to explain what everything is and how this idea came about.A Nana's Box is a photo box containing personal photos, inspirational quotes, religious and famous sayings which patients can take with them to their treatment

New Boxes

2009-09-10T13:50:00.006-04:00

I had the privilege of making this wonderful box for cancer fighter, Crystal, who I found via Spirit Jump, which is this wonderful non-profit org that I am proud to be apart of.(inside)Every box that I make is personalized and made specifically for that person in mind. This happens to be one of my more favorite ones I made. I love the way it turned out and I love the message on the front of the

Chandlers Handmade GIVEAWAY!! NOW CLOSED

2009-09-06T01:38:00.002-04:00

Welcome back!!After a few months of hiatus I am back in full swing and excited to start doing giveaways again. The purpose of doing these cancer related giveaways is to hopefully reach people who are fighting cancer or to reach someone who knows someone who is fighting. And to spread the word about Nana's Box and my mission. Nana's Boxes are free to cancer patients/survivors. Go HERE to order

New Giveaways Coming...

2009-09-02T09:40:00.001-04:00

Check out the giveaways section at the top. I have some great giveaways coming. If you know of a cancer patient/survivor make sure to tell them about these giveaways!! Check back soon as I will be listing more!

A new look is coming!!

2009-08-30T16:25:00.003-04:00

I am so excited because I was fortunately the luck winner of a custom layout!!! April from April Showers had this great giveaway and I was one of three winners. So Nana's Box will be getting a great and much needed face lift. Along with the face lift I have some great things in store. I'll be back to posting the fabulous feature Fridays and getting the giveaways back up and running. So, keep

{ Newest Nana's Boxes }

2009-08-11T15:57:00.005-04:00

{ For Alfredo } { For Danielle } { For Stacy }{ For Sara } Know someone who could use a Nana's Box?? Go here to get started.

Out for Awhile....

2009-06-04T21:48:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,Thanks for following Nana's Box and for helping me get the word out about this cancer project. Due to family situations and other things that I have going on at the moment I will not be posting to this blog for awhile.I am still taking orders for Nana Boxes- to order one go here. Or you can find me through Spirit Jump which I am proud to be apart of.In the meantime keep fighting and

Winner of the Clippie Chicks Giveaway....

2009-06-04T12:42:00.002-04:00

First, a BIG thank you to Abbey over at Clippie Chicks for donating to this giveaway! She is so talented and has some great clippies on her site... if you haven't been over yet go check it out. The winner of the Clips for All Seasons is:Whimsical Creations who said... "The tinkerbell is adorable."Congratulations! Make sure to contact me with your info before Saturday.

Join me in my fight against cancer.....

2009-05-27T13:05:00.004-04:00

(a picture of my Mom and baby girl) Well, it's that time of year again.... Relay for Life time. This will be my fourth year doing Relay. And it truely has become an important part of my life. This year I am serving as the Event Chair for the Ann Arbor Relay for Life. It has been very busy and full of responsiblilty... but I have loved every minute of it.So, if you've been following Nana's Box for

Clippie Chicks GIVEAWAY!!! NOW CLOSED

2009-05-19T11:31:00.005-04:00

Today we are kicking off our Clippie Chicks Clips Giveaway!!Abbey over at Clippie Chicks has gracious donated, to one winner, this collection of Clips for All Seasons set!Rules to enter are:1. Visit Clippie Chicks website - then come back here & leave a comment telling us what your favorite item is.2. For a second entry become a follower of Nana's Box. (entry subject to verification)3. For a

Winner of the ImmCreations Giveaway!

2009-04-30T10:14:00.003-04:00

A BIG thanks to Loren for her wonderful and beautiful donation!! The lucky winner of this fabulous Guardian Angel set is: Pam who said: "My favourite is the Mother Daughter birthstone set!" Congratulations Pam! Please grab my "I WON" button and add it your blog page. And send me your contact info ASAP. Be sure to enter our CJ Keep Me In Style giveaway going on now!

CJ Keep me in Style Giveaway!! NOW CLOSED

2009-04-30T10:03:00.003-04:00

Today we are kicking off our CJ Keep Me in Style giveaway! They have kindly donated this awesome "Cancer Sucks" Coozie for one lucky person to win!* Perfect for keeping your drinks cold and to show your support for those thateither are going through Cancer...or have beat Cancer.Rules to enter are:1. Visit CJ Keep Me in Style's Etsy site- then come back here & leave a comment telling us what your

ImmCreations Giveaway!!! NOW CLOSED

2009-04-14T09:22:00.004-04:00

Today we are kicking off our ImmCreations Giveaway!They have graciously donated this beautiful Guardian Angel Earring and Necklace set. **I was inspired to make these by my very special Aunt and Godmother who has been courageously fighting breast cancer for 8 years. She is truly an Angel on Earth and a beacon of hope,love and peace. I will donate 35% of the purchase price of these earrings (and

Winner of the Station1528 Angel......

2009-04-14T09:18:00.003-04:00

Big THANKS to Station1528 for their beautiful Angel donation! and the winner is.... military76brat who said..."I would definitely love to give the Angel - Happiness is found.... to all my co-workers"Congratulations on your win! Please email me with your info ASAP. Feel Free to grab my "I WON" button and wear it on your blog:

Fabulous Friday Feature: A Mother & her Son

2009-04-03T00:16:00.000-04:00

A Breast Cancer Survivor Goes the Distance with Her Son Article date: 2008/09/26 "I'm just a regular person who got breast cancer. Everyone who has been affected by breast cancer is

Station1528 Angel Giveaway!! NOW CLOSED

2009-04-02T10:50:00.004-04:00

Today we have teamed up with Mike and Linda at Station1528 to giveaway one of their gorgeous handmade Angels. One lucky winner will receive this beautiful angel that has"Do all that you can and God will do what you can't."inscribed on her dress.This lovely 6 inch angel is a perfect gift for that someone special or for yourself. Her gown is green polka dotted and the marble pink breast cancer

Winner of the HomeStudio 'HOPE' Pendant

2009-04-02T10:28:00.002-04:00

First off, BIG thanks to Mark at HomeStudios for their gorgeous pendant donation!And the winner of the 'HOPE' pendant is:Hana who said..."There are so many great pendants! My friend Lynnsey would love the Bitten pendant b/c we have both been bitten by the Twilight bug!! Thanks for the giveaway!"Please contact me with your info ASAP and feel free to grab my"I WON at Nana's Box" button and wear it

{ Quote of the Day }

2009-04-01T17:41:00.001-04:00

Today is Today Today is today,Tomorrow is tomorrow,Yesterday was the past,Filled with sorrow,For it was a tragic day in mid December,It seemed like yesterday I can clearly remember,She seemed so healthy and grand,Next thing I know I'm in the hospital holding her hand,For the cancer had got her and she has fell,As you see she was doing so well,She fought the good fight,But the cancer took all of

I'm proud to be a spirit jumper!

2009-03-27T15:15:00.002-04:00

Today's Friday Feature over at SITS is the fabulous girls from Spirit Jumpers. I am proud to say that I am a spirit jumper!! This wonderful organization was started by my bloggy friend, Meaghan... who happens to be a young cancer survivor. Read all about Spirit Jumpers and how you can get involved and then go check out their feature on SITS!

Winner of the JRandall hand-made cards!

2009-03-25T13:31:00.003-04:00

The lucky winner of a set of hand-made cards from JRandall is: Shelley K. who said... I love the scraps card. What beautiful cards and cards that I can think of SO many people to send to (unfortunately :(Congrat's on your win!!! Please email me with your contact info before Fri. March 27A BIG thanks to JoEl from JRandall for her wonderful giveaway! Thank you for your support!!-----------------

Have you seen these?? Super cool!

2009-03-25T04:13:00.000-04:00

The American Cancer Society has these really great badges for your blog- to show your support for breast cancer awareness- through Strides, Relay for Life (if your a relayer like me you will love these!!) and also to show your support for the fight against cancer. Go here to grab yours!

Colorectal Cancer: Early Detection

2009-03-24T12:01:00.000-04:00

Colon Testing Saves Lives What You Need to Know About Colon Testing Colon cancer starts with a growth that is not yet cancer. Testing can help your doctor find (and remove) these growths before they become cancerous. If the test finds that

{ Quote of the Day }

2009-03-18T14:57:00.005-04:00

As your faith is strengthened you will find that there is no longer the need to have a sense of control, that things will flow as they will, and that you will flow with them, to your great delight and benefit. ~EmmanuelImage found at www.rockymtnrefl.com/sunrays.htm

HomeStudio 'HOPE' Scrabble Pendant Giveaway!! NOW CLOSED

2009-03-16T10:05:00.005-04:00

Today we are kicking off our HomeStudio Scrabble Pendant Giveaway!!!Nana's Box has teamed up with them to give one winner this beautiful, hand-made,'HOPE' Scrabble pendant.▪ Hand assembled w/ reused wood Scrabble tiles, silver plated bail▪ Each with a paper graphic image, and protective shine▪ Game tiles are rectangular approx. 3/4" square (1.9 cm)▪ Items come in a small gift bag (approx. 3 per

Pray for Jonathan

2009-03-15T19:04:00.002-04:00

Hi everyone! I read this on my friend, Meaghans blog and had to share it with you. Please take some time to stop by this blog and send your love:"Jonathan is a 14 year old who is battling against a Brain Tumor. Unfortunately I know how ugly, painful, exhausting, difficult and messy battling cancer can be. At 14 Jonathan should be playing with his friends, pushing his parents buttons, teasing

More Milk...

2009-03-13T18:42:00.003-04:00

Have you heard of the Army of Women?? It's a foundation that allows women across the country to help out research scientists find a cure for breast cancer. When you register, they periodically send you studies that need participants. This recent one is one that I wish I was able to participate in... however, I am not breast feeding nor am I even pregnant .... however, if you are currently breast

{ Nana's Box Mission Statement }

2009-03-12T16:26:00.002-04:00

~ My Mission ~For all my new readers...Nana’s Box is a nonprofit service committed to providing a photo box to cancer patients who are undergoing treatment. Nana's Box offers this service to the individual patient with the help and support of families, and those volunteers interested in the emotional support of cancer patients.I started this project in an effort to support and honor my mom as she

{ New Sponsorship! }

2009-03-11T16:09:00.002-04:00

Last month we did a giveaway from Fruit, Nut, and Candle Gift Baskets. It turned out to be our biggest giveaway to date.... with over 500 entries.Because of the wonderful heart of Kim, she has offered to team up with Nana's Box and giveaway a gift basket every August and February!!So, if you entered or missed your chance to win, be sure to subscribe to us or become a follower as we will be

{ Survivor Rings }

2009-03-10T00:27:00.004-04:00

My friend emailed me a link to this really great site that makes 'Survivor rings'. I checked it out and they are really cool. The best part is that they donate 10% of the sales from these rings to the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Tarrant County. You can personalize them and add dates and the cancer ribbon symbol. I think it's a fabulous idea and something that any cancer survivor would enjoy. It

{ Quote of the Day }

2009-03-05T14:36:00.001-05:00

Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you. ~Maori Proverb

JRandall Cancer Cards Giveaway!! NOW CLOSED

2009-03-01T17:37:00.001-05:00

Today we are kicking off our JRandall Cards Giveaway!JoEl from JRandall is donating a set of 7 handmade, cancer related cards to one lucky winner!Below is just some of the cards in the set:* I hope you will like my cards, as much as I like making them.I like to keep things simple. Most of my cards have just a picture, or very simple verbage.Make every day a card giving day!Rules to enter are:1.

The winners are....

2009-03-01T17:04:00.003-05:00

A HUGE thanks goes out to Judy at Silverdot Jewelry for her fabulous donation!She has some beautiful designs over at her esty site! Go check her out!Also a HUGE thanks to Kim at Fruit, Nut, and Candle Gift Baskets for her donation!There are some pretty cool gift baskets over at her website!Stop by and check them out!On to our winners!The winner of the Silverdot Jewelry Crystal Rose necklace

{ Fabulous Friday Feature: Military Pilot }

2009-02-27T11:11:00.001-05:00

Being diagnosed with cancer, it accelerates your life. You appreciate the time you have. It's pulled my family more lovingly tight than we've ever been. It's strange to say, but I feel a little blessed about my situation. I see so many people out there who seem to be wasting their life, rather than using it. Flying was

Do you know what I.B.C. is??

2009-02-26T12:58:00.000-05:00

{ Quote of the Day }

2009-02-23T00:40:00.000-05:00

When the Japanese mend broken objects, they aggrandize the damage by filling the cracks with gold. They believe that when something's suffered damage and has a history it becomes more beautiful. ~Barbara Bloom

{ Fabulous Feature Friday: Heart of Gold }

2009-02-20T13:59:00.001-05:00

Neuroblastoma Survivor a Champion with a Heart of Gold "You can do anything – if you have the drive and the desire. Whether it's sports or music or school, just keep working hard, and you can never tell what doors are going to open for you."

Cancer patients learn how to preserve fertility...

2009-02-18T00:15:00.000-05:00

Freezing eggs is not the only option available for doctors who are trying to preserve a cancer patient's fertility.Minimizing the damage to the ovaries during radiation or chemotherapy is key, so some doctors use an experimental laparoscopic procedure to remove one or both of the ovaries before radiation in the pelvic area. The ovaries are frozen, then put back when the cancer treatment is

Fruit, Nut, & Candle Gift Baskets GIVEAWAY!! NOW CLOSED

2009-02-16T00:25:00.002-05:00

Today we are kicking off our giveaway from Fruit, Nut, & Candle Gift Baskets! They specialize in fruit and nut gift baskets, a variety of theme and specialty gift baskets and adorable candle gift baskets and candle sets for every occasion.I first met Kim when she teamed up with Meaghan to help fight cancer. Since then she has graciously teamed up Nana's Box to offer one of her beautiful gift

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