As the holidays approach we would like to thank you for your support during the past year. We are very thankful for our volunteers and supporters and wish you all a very joyful season.
Our next newsletter will be published by January 1, 2012 and will be filled with updates and resources.
We would like to leave you with a blog written by the daughter of a woman one of our volunteers delivered a tote to this fall. This information was taken from her BLOG.
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When breast cancer first came into my life I didn’t realize there were so many support groups that helped new women through it. After a couple of months of learning about breast cancer I decided to volunteer for Susan G. Komen. I sent in my volunteer application and was quickly contacted by a woman named Sharon. Her email (that I still have) explained that she felt the need to reach out. She told me a little of what she went through and sympathized with what we were going through. At the very end of the email she wrote, “Please give your mom a hug for me…and know I’m sending one to you as well.” Although she was just a name behind an email, to me I felt like she was a good friend. Her words really sunk into me and in that moment I would have gladly snatch up that hug. I choked up and read my mom the email. It was comforting to know that she knew what I felt and that she got through it so we would too. A couple of weeks later I spoke to Sharon on the phone to go over volunteer information and she told me about different programs offered to women with breast cancer. One was called, The Sisterhood of Survivors. As soon as we hung up the phone I googled them and requested for a survivor to come speak to my mom and I at our home. The day rolled around and a pretty woman arrived with a pink tote bag full of brochures, scarfs, beanies, toothbrushes, books, and a bunch of other goods. All information that would be helpful to a new patient. She told us her story and let us ask her as many questions as we wanted. She was a strong woman with a full head of thick hair and no signs that she had ever gone through breast cancer. She inspired me and helped me feel like my mom was going to be just like her one day. My mom as going be that woman giving the tote bag instead of receiving it. The Sisterhood of Survivors not only do things such as that but they also have luncheons and get togethers. Although most women have family or friends to support them there is something a little bit different about relating to another woman who TRULY knows what they are going through. This is an amazing group of women and they are helping others feel comfortable in a very uncomfortable situation. They may be strangers, but they don’t care who you are or where you come from… they are women bonded by this one thing in their lives forming them into a sisterhood. A sisterhood of love, inspiration, compassion, strength, and SURVIVORS
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posted Jan 2, 2012 1:46 PM by Terry Elrod
posted Nov 15, 2011 4:11 PM by Terry Elrod
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“The Finest Things” We had a wonderful Fundraising Committee this year, they had great ideasI It would not have been possible without the support of our generous sponsors, the wineries that provided the wonderful wine tasting, those that provided the catering and desserts, donations for our silent auction/raffle gifts, and community support. We appreciate your contribution to this evening of “The Finest Things”. Sisterhood of Survivors would like to take this opportunity to thank Pamela Henrique for the use of the lovely grounds at The Healing Place. We would also like to take the time to thank all of our volunteers that planned, organized and worked tirelessly for the success of this event and to all those that stayed to bring the evening to a close. We are so very grateful for your support! Last but not least, we would also like to thank each of you for attending “The Finest Things” and for making the evening a success. Check our website or sign up for the newsletter so we can let you know the plans the Fundraising Committee has in store for next year! Thank you for your support!
Pink Ribbon Sponsor: W.I.S.H. Womens Imaging Specailist in Health Care 6107 N Fresno Street, #101, Fresno, CA www.wishmd.com
Gold Sponsor Merrill Lynch Sansom/Buss/Estes Group 5260 N Palm, Suite 100, Fresno, CA www.scott_w_buss@ml.con Wine Tasting Provided By: · Z Wines Metzler Family Farms
· Jay Christensen Wine glasses provided by Southern Wine
Other Donations To Our Event: Bart Gibson Gail Green Valley Surgical Specialties Angelio Stalis Silent Auctions Items Donated By: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Pavilion BMW of Fresno Ballroom Dance Academy Becky Paschall, Beautiful Faces by Becky Boekenoogen Winery Body del Sol California Oncology of the Central Valley Daou Winery Dave Scroggin David Garcia Forever Photos Fashion Furniture Fresno Breast Surgery Fresno County Federal Credit Union Fresno Philharmonic Gail Connelly-Hamada, Preen Gregory Morgan D.D.S. Jackie McCoy Jim & Lisa Scroggin Jim & Judy Pearson Joshua Cash Judy Wood, Wine Shop at Home Julie Cash Kliszewski Glass Kings River Casting Co., Pat Henry Leslie Batty Lyell & Carley Metcalf Lynni Nelson Maria Merino, Shopping Gone Wild Marjorie Radin Breast Care Center Nanete Maki Dearsan Olive Street Bridge Power of Pink R0n & Julie Tipps S.W. Parra Silhouette Sheyna Mooney The Tasting Room Wigs on Wheels, Lisa Monid Wonder Valley Resort Raffle items donated by: Bally’s Total Fitness, Luke Hutton California Cancer Center Central Valley Vacuum & Sewing Center Cheesecake Factory Chris Sorensen Codi Ricken, Crazy Cowgirl Closet Costco, Jenny Fernandez Cupcake Bakery Dawn Madrid, Preen Dave Scroggin Debbie Garrett, California Health Collaborative Donna Graham , Radiance Elephant Bar, Julie Witton Estela’s House Cleaning Facelogic Frances Gurule, Enchanted George Schrant, Evergreen Nursery & Gift Hallmark, Melissa Neylon Jack & Lisa Harwood Jack’s Car Wash Jody Deaton-Childs Jo Townley Jones Cleaning Center, Inc. Kara Enos , Gold Canyon Candles, Kathy Anderson Leann Gouveia Lida Eskandarian Lowe’s, Dale Delmanowski Luci Mari, Stiches by Luci Mari Maddie Cakes Michael Harmon Muses Day Spa Nan Salinas, Exquisite Nails Ovidio’s, Rocco Paolilli P.F. Chang’s Phil Babcock, E.G. Babcock Co. Ron & Julie Tipps Rose Madrigal, Styles by Rose See’s Candy Susan Geis The Advance Group Tobin James Cellars Check our website often for update on our activities in the community. Thank you for your support!
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posted Oct 26, 2011 8:27 PM by Terry Elrod
Charyce's Promise
Acrylic on fabric48"x36 2011 Leslie Batty met Charyce a year ago, October 2010, just before Leslie's bi-lateral mastectomy due to a breast cancer diagnosis. They were both 39 at the time. They met at Leslie's downtown art studio and Charyce came with a bag full of good info and some creature comforts to get Leslie through the ordeal. Charyce shared her recent experience with surgery, chemo, and more surgery and told Leslie everything was going to be okay. What struck Leslie most, more than anything, was Charyce's genuine heart to help her get through it. She was consistent, real, funny -- and it was very clear -- really cared and wanted to help. They became fast friends. Over the months, Charyce would call and check on Leslie and answer her my random questions, e.g. "What kind of pajama's should I take with me to the hospital?" Answer: "The kind with a zipper down the front." With her deadpan sense of humor always intact, she has never failed to remind Leslie of important events and luncheons, making sure Leslie was informed Making sure she felt valued. During a recent Young SOS dinner, Leslie asked Charyce how she got into doing this work. She recalled a moment in her experience with cancer when she made a promise to God that if He healed her, she would help others. Many people make promises to God when they're sick, but Charyce has followed through with a kind of gratitude and love for life that can only be the real thing. I want to honor her faithfulness and true heart by donating a painting of her to our fundraiser. May we all follow her example of love! We received wonderful news Friday, California Oncology will feature this lovely painting September 19 - 23, 2011 in their waiting room at in their office located at 6121 N Thesta Ave, Fresno, CA 93710, 559-428-7390. This is a wonderful opportunity for Sisterhood of Survivors. Information on the fundraiser will be available. |
posted Sep 18, 2011 8:35 PM by Terry Elrod
Where has the time gone? When we were working on the newsletter for July-August -September it took be by surprise to realize the next newsletter we put out will be for October-November-December! And our Annual fundraiser will be on October 8, 2011 this year! The new Fundraising Committee had to make some quick changes to our theme of the evening, to accomodate all the activities during Breast Cancer Awareness month. This year’s theme will be "The Finest Things" and will offer wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, decadent desserts, art exhibit, live music, silent auction and raffle. Tickets are $25 per person and may be purchased online at http://sisterhoodofsurvivors.eventbrite.com where you can make your reservation, payment and print your tickets all in one stop through our secure Google Check Out account. This year we only have 250 tickets available make your reservation early, "The Finest Things" Saturday, October 8, 2011 The Healing Place, Massage Center & Gardens 3281 E Ashlan Ave Clovis, CA 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM Sisterhood of Survivors, Inc. would like to thank you for supporting our cause! With your support we will be able to continue to assist newly diagnosed breast cancer patients and survivors. Please help us continue our local efforts. Thank you! Terry |
posted Jul 24, 2011 6:23 PM by Terry Elrod
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Pink Power Mom Please pardon the personal note!
I am forwarding along a wonderful tribute available for any breast cancer survivors you know who are mothers/grandmothers that have made an impact in their community. Bright Starts/Kids, Inc., names Pink Power Moms from across the country each year and each Pink Power Mom gets to select a charity of her choice to receive $5,000 (along with a weekend of pampering for her and a guest).
In 2009, I was humbled to be selected as a Pink Power Mom and the Central Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure was not only awarded $5,000, but has since been the recipient of a Legacy Donation for the next four years! (Not to mention, a tons of swag and a spa weekend at the Ritz in Atlanta!)
Please pass this onto your network and consider submitting a special and deserving breast cancer survivor from your community. If you have any questions, please feel free to cotact me.
With Hope, Jamie
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posted Jun 6, 2011 12:12 PM by Terry Elrod
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Hundreds of women from the Fresno-Clovis area attended our second annual Girl’s Night Out event held on Tuesday, April 19th at the Odd Fellows Hall in Clovis. Attendees were given the opportunity to pamper themselves, shop, sample delicious food and wines, listen to great music and more thanks to the participating vendors. It also afforded Sisterhood of Survivors a fun and unique way to continue to inform the community of our local outreach efforts.
Without the help of many this event would not have been possible. Sisterhood of Survivors would like to thank the following 2011 vendors for their participation, donations and support: Cabi, California Oncology, Cookie Lee Jewelry, Cora Nicaccio, “DeAuro” Jewelry, Designs with Life, Exploding Photo Boxes, Fashion Doctor, Forever Photos, Foster Industries, Fresno Rebekah Lodge #158, Gold Canyon Candles, It’s My Party, Juice Plus, Mary Kay, MedID, Melaleuca, Miche Bags, Milla Vineyards, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Party Just Because, Pink Heals Tour, Sandra Acuna Designs, Nussentials, Tastefully Simple, The Healing Place, Top Drawer, Twinkle Toes and Princess Bows, Two Bottle Blondes, Vault Denim, Wickless Scents by Denise and W.I.S.H. Our thanks also go out to Milla Vineyards for providing the Wine Tasting, It’s My Party for providing the wine glasses, P.F. Chang’s China bistro for the Lettuce Wraps and our D.J. of the evening, Jerry Ames compliments of “Fun Put to Music”. SOS would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Fresno Odd Fellows Lodge #186 who so generously donated the use of their hall, tables and chairs for this event and with the assistance of Fresno Rebekah Lodge #158 provided assistance before, after and during this event. And a big thank you to Kevin Kelly for taking photo's throughot the evening and Crystal Sherian for working with local media contact well before the event! Last, but certainly not least, Sisterhood of Survivors would like to thank everyone who attended our second Girl’s Night Out and for helping us to make this event a success.
To see more photos you can visit "Sisterhood of Survivors" Facebook Page.
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posted May 23, 2011 11:45 AM by Terry Elrod
Will be held June 11, 2011 from 7:00am to 12 Noon at the Odd Fellow's Hall parking lot located at 2823 Helm, Clovis (corner of Helm & Gettysburg), between Peach and Willow).
If you have been spring cleaning and have no where to put your gently used unwanted items let SOS take them off your hands, your donation will be gratefully accepted!
If you wish to sell your own items you can rent a parking lot space/stall for $20. Please make your reservation in advance with Susan by calling 875-4868 and mail your check to:
Sisterhood of Survivors, P.O. Box 3841, Pinedale, CA 93650.
Donations can be dropped off at a location near you:
North Fresno Terry 289-4168
South Fresno Susan 875-4868
West Fresno Nora 275-4598
East Fresno/Clovis Allie 265-4120
Sanger Susan 875-46-868
Large items Terry 289-4168
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posted May 23, 2011 9:34 AM by Terry Elrod
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posted Apr 27, 2011 6:52 PM by Terry Elrod
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Usually a group of 25 or more that meet in a private room at Carrow's on Herndon next to the Lobster. Orders are
usually taken at Noon, You can come early if you would like to find a seat and visit with other survivors. Any
number of subjects may come up during the luncheon, positive and cheerful group. Gratuity will be added to your
check.
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posted Apr 8, 2011 9:12 PM by Terry Elrod
Good Afternoon Ladies,
SOS plans to invade Pollasky Avenue at Big Hat Day in Clovis this Saturday in the hopes of gaining publicity and passing out invitations to our upcoming Girl’s Night Out event. We hope you will be able to join us for the fun!
Here’s the plan
BIG HAT DAY INVASION
Where: Meet at the Carrow’s parking lot on the southwest corner of Clovis & Shaw Avenues
When: Saturday, April 2, 2011 no later than 10:00 a.m.
Attire: Wear your SOS or other pink shirt or outfit, pink necklaces (if you have them) and a hat
What: We will carpool from Carrow’s to Big Hat Day on Pollasky Avenue in Clovis where together we will
check out the booths. We will also pose for a group photo in front of the Clovis Chamber of Commerce Office at 4th & Pollasky.
This photo will be posted on the Chamber’s Facebook page. There is also a rumor that there will be a Flash Mobb by the
Chamber office at 11:00 a.m.
R.S.V.P. Please call Julie Skiba 250-5424 if you plan to join us!
Please Note: If you cannot meet us at Carrow’s and would still like to participate you can call Julie
during the event and she will let you know where you can meet us! |
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