cancer
As long-time readers know, cancer has touched my life in more than one way.
In 1999, a co-worker was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was as bad as it could possibly get - spreading quickly into her lungs and other parts of her body. Several of us decided to hold an event to support her in her recovery. We shaved our heads. Being county employees, the media was delighted with this and we were featured in the newspapers and television news locally. People stopped me in stores and talked to me about it, telling me their stories about cancer.
It was one of the most moving events of my life. I learned about the stength and goodness of people. I learned about how connected we are to one another.
Four years later, I’d have my own personal touch with cancer. I have had two types of skin cancer - one of them twice. I am still checked every three months.
So when Irina Souiki sent me an e-mail asking if I’d like to be participating photographer in her annual picture the cure event, I was on board.
Plus, I have to admit that it’s rather exciting to be asked to donate some of my photography to an international event. I’m honored to be included with the other artists. I’m honored to have three of my images chosen to be a part of this event and honored that two of my photographs (the first one and the last one on the image here) were chosen for the promo card.
I’m in great company. Please go to the site. Read about the survivors that Irina has profiled. Look at the photography. If you’re interested in any of it, you don’t have to attend the event. It will be for sale. If you make a donation to the event, anything over $10 will get you a postcard sized image of your choice.
Please consider supporting this event. The Canada Cancer Society will thank you. Irina will thank you. I will thank you.