When I submitted my news article, Deviants for the Cure last December, I had admittedly high hopes for the future regarding this issue. I had no idea the kind of support I and others would garner for their efforts. $Moonbeam13 and $lolly were instrumental in getting the whole entire site Thinking Pink, which is more than anyone could have imagined. With so much love, it's very easy to get lost in the pink haze.

I've been collecting names from deviants for 9 months now, my goal being 100 names by this Sunday, Portland (OR)'s Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure. I didn't quite reach that goal, but you know what -- reading the notes from emotional people spilling their friends', family members', and their own stories of strength and loss was one of the most inspiring things I've done in a while.

Also, *infinitecreature, a very beautiful woman, is doing me such a grand favour by taking orders for shirts I like to call DeviantWEAR for the Cure. They cost $17, $10 of which will go directly to the Susan G. Komen foundation, $7 will go to Sara to reimburse her for printing and shirt costs. _{Shipping not included.}

Here's an example of what the shirt looks like:



Please note *infinitecreature if you wish to purchase one.

"Life is too precious to just let it pass on by, it's better to live it since you never know what will happen tomorrow." - :devRaijiMajiwind:

"I would really appreciate if you put the name Sam Elliot on

He died of leukemia age 12 and was and still is one of the most inspiring people in my life" - =Mind-of-wings

"I know deep down she would be proud to see everyone, and you, run in honor of the women and men who survived and passed from this disease. Not only that, honoring those who fight hard enough to stay alive. That's what Bertha did. Doctors said she had 5 days to live, but she lived long until the whole week passed. It was a good time for me to come and visit, sharing our laughs, tears, and hugs. I felt broken when I heard she had cancer, but deep down I will always smile for her. I know she wouldn't want me or anyone to live with sadness and depression, but to be happy with the life we live in, and to smile everyday knowing that she's living with God, and that she will always be ok." - =Oukan

And many, many others.

They're not just names or numbers -- they're stories.

I will still be accepting names through Friday and Saturday, if anyone has any more for me. They don't have to be limited to breast cancer survivors/victims, either -- I'll run for anyone with any kind of cancer.

Thank you.

For every good thing.

-Max