Be Breast Aware During October!

What can I say to impress the importance of this message?  It is through education and awareness that we will eventually beat breast cancer.

I am a rarity in that none of the women in my family (knock on wood) have been diagnosed with breast cancer  ~ TO DATE.  WE are the lucky FEW!  And according to the statistics, it may not stay that way.

Here are some statistics that I pulled from the Canadian Cancer Society:

1.        It is estimated in this year 23,400 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 5,100    women will die of it.

2.       On average, 64 Canadian women are diagnosed with breast cancer every day

3.       On average, 14 Canadian women will die of breast cancer every day

4.       1 in 9 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer; and 1 in 29 diagnosed will not survive the fight.

Now here’s my little demonstration, I did this once and it really scared me!  Think of your family, or your friends, or your workplace, name 9 women from that group and know that according to the FACTS 1 out of the 9 women you just named may develop breast cancer.  Maybe you’ve named yourself in that group.  Maybe you named your Mother, Sisters, Aunts, Grandmothers, Wife, Girlfriend, Granddaughters etc.   the Angel in your life that you cannot imagine life without.  Now what do you do?

I guess what I really want to share with you is the importance of AWARENESS; the importance of not being shy or scared and to know the facts and know what to look for.  Your life DEPENDS on it literally!

If there is an Awareness event in your neighborhood, attend it!

If you see an article (or blog like this one), read it AND SHARE IT WITH ALL THE ANGELS IN YOUR LIFE!!

There are fantastic resources out there nowadays spreading awareness.   I personally recommend The Willow Breast Cancer Support Canada (www.willow.org).  Their website is filled with vital information on breast cancer, how to do a self-examination AND the importance of EARLY DIAGNOSIS as well as information to help those living with cancer. 

As an Avon Rep, I have participated in Breast Cancer Awareness events and have handed out life- saving materials to numerous women.   Avon as a company is a major contributor of fundraising for the cause through the Avon Foundation for a Cure and special Flame Crusade products.  I was most proud to know that Avon’s Foundation was not just sharing the funds raised with certain hospitals or locales, but that they have touched our own KW region as well!!  Know that when you purchase any of the Avon Flame Crusade products that your purchase goes 100% to Avon’s Foundation for a Cure and back into your community.

If you are interested in Avon Flame Crusade products, you can purchase the Link of Hope Wallet or the Charm bracelet for $4.95 each.  Or you can purchase the brand new addition to the Flame products, the special pink Crusade Wrap for $10.00.  Remember that your purchase goes directly to breast cancer research, awareness and support services like diagnostic equipment and support groups.  Contact me today to get yours and with your Flame Crusade purchase, I will also give you an Awareness Bear that includes tips on how to do a proper self-examination.

Believe in the power of hope…believe in the power of sharing, awareness, and strength.  Together we are strong and it is together that we will beat this disease!  Share the message and save a life today J 

Campaign 20 Sales & Promotions

Avon Calling....

So we're back to school now and heading into some major holidays.  I remember the first time I looked through an Avon book was at Christmas time.  I literally did ALL of my Christmas shopping from that Avon book and thought that this was definitely the way to go ~ no crowds, no fighting over parking spots, no lines ~ now every year I start my Christmas shopping with Campaign 22 and get all my shopping done EARLY!!

I want all my customers to have the same experience that I have, so I have a little incentive for you.  With every $50.00 purchase (before taxes) in Campaign 20 and 21, you will receive a $10.00 off coupon that you can use during Campaigns 22 - 25. 

Use your $10.00 coupon to buy gifts for others or as a treat for yourself :) 

Make sure you send me your orders for Campaign 20 by Wednesday, Sept 14th and for Campaign 21 by Wednesday, Sept 28th.

Thanks and happy shopping!

Avon Calling...Campaign 19 Orders

Hello, Just a quick reminder that Campaign 19 orders go in this week.  Please send me your orders by Wednesday, August 31st.  Many thanks and happy shopping!!

Future Events - Watch for bonus dollars during Campaign 20

Campaign 18 Sales & Promotions

Campaign 18 Features another new exclusive fragrance, Outspoken Intense by Fergie is a blend of starfruit, passion flower and musk to make a floral/fruity scent.  To celebrate the launch of this new fragrance, I am offerring a special deal of $5.00 off the brochure price of every 50ml bottle of Outspoken Instense for $30, so you pay only $25.00 PLUS you receive a FREE glammed up metallic faux leather writst wallet.  See page 5 of the C18 brochure.

Did you know that you should change your mascara every 3 months?

If you don't change your mascara, harmful bacteria can build up inside your mascara tub.  Experts recommend that you change your mascara every 3 months to prevent this build up.  One of my personal Avon mascara favourites is SuperExtend mascara ~ try SuperExtend mascara for only $3.99  when you purchase through me in Campaign 18 brochure price $4.99.

Email me today with your Campaign 18 orders at teresaz.avon@hotmail.com

Happy shopping :)

Check out my new eBay Store

I've become an eBayer....

I heard that it was fun but I had no idea how much fun it really would be!!

So I'd like to share my eBay store address with you so that you too have the chance to bid on the FANTASTIC auctions that I have up on eBay.  Tons of Avon products and Stampin' Up along with my own handmade creations.  Everyone is sure to find something and I'm literally adding to my store EVERYDAY!

I have posted flat rate shipping costs with all auctions, however if you are local (within the KW, Cambridge, and Guelph areas), then there is NO SHIPPING COST!  You need to check this out!  I know that you will be shocked at some of the $0.99 reserve auctions I have starting.

Check out my eBay store located HERE and happy bidding :)

And the winner is....

Congratulations Serena C. on being my C17 big draw winner!!!

Stay turned for more draws coming up in future campaigns.

Specials & Promotions for Campaign 17

Draw Time

One lucky customer will receive this special gift pack made up of 1 Moisture Therapy Intensive Hand cream 125ml, 1 Bubble Delight Sensitive Skin Bubble Bath 700ml, and an exclusive not-for-sale Avon 125 Year Anniversary drinking cup (Hot & Cold beverage).

Win Me - Find out how below

To enter:  Everyone who places an order in my C17 (orders in by Wednesday, August 3) will receive 1 ballot into the draw.  Receive an additional ballot for every $20.00 (before taxes) spent on your order. 

Delivery:  I will include the gift pack with the winner's order upon delivery and will post the winners name once I have confirmed with them that they are the winner on my blog.

GOOD LUCK TO ALL AND HAVE A VERY HAPPY AND SAFE LONG WEEKEND!!