Two dollars eighty-six cents.
That’s not a lot, is it? Here’s what you can get for $2.86:
Two Mars bars
Half of a McDonald’s meal
2.5% of this ridiculously overpriced Kanye West T-shirt
Or…you could help someone make a difference in a friend’s battle against cancer.
I just heard from Michael Walker, fellow blogger and one of the founders of the retired DudeWrite.com.
Michael’s friend, Kristin, is fighting against Stage 3 HER2 Breast Cancer. To support Kristin, Michael released a non-profit eBook – Her Special Day Shoes – which also happens to be his first ever self-published book.
50% of book earnings will go directly to Kristin, while the other 50% will go to National Breast Cancer Foundation. The book’s price? You guessed it: $2.86. You’re as smart as you are an awesome human being who’d help out someone in need!
You can watch this video by Michael, in case you think this is all a shady scam by me to score money for those Mars bars:
As someone who lost a father and both grandmothers to cancer…well, let’s just say I’m not the biggest fan of it. You won’t see me wearing a “Team Cancer” T-shirt. Then again, you won’t see me wearing Kanye West’s $120 T-shirt either. Maybe I just hate T-shirts.
Anyway, the book is a short, heartwarming read and you’d be helping a person in need. Yes, that rhymes and yes, that’s a great combo deal!
To buy the book, click these blue words.
To see more about Kristin, donate directly, or maybe leave a warm message or two, visit:
- Kristin’s National Breast Cancer Foundation page: http://www.stayclassy.org/fundraise?fcid=266967
- Kristin’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725898060759796/
- Kristin’s Caring Bridge Page: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kristinkrizowilliamso
Help me help Michael help Kristin kick cancer’s ass. Sound like a plan?
Nest Expressed 
Hi Daniel,
I just wanted to give you and your gracious fans an update on Kristin’s status. Thanks in part to your generosity and kindness, Kristin is beating her cancer.
In her own words:
“Well…friends and family..it is with great joy that I share that my PET Scan showed no glow anywhere. No new spots of concern and the ones I had are no longer showing up. What this means is the Chemo worked and has stopped the Cancer. My course of action will remain the same (surgeries and radiation and such) but we have NO new worries. Even though I have been so nauseous today…it is a good day.”
I can’t thank you enough my friend.
Cheers!
`Michael
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That is amazing to hear. I’m very happy that Kristin is doing so much better! Give her my best wishes and hopes for speedy and complete recovery.
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I’m glad that you we’re able to support Michael’s book and cause with this post. You’re a good man Daniel.
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Yeah I hope it has an impact. Thanks for spreading the word on Twitter!
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I love how you put this together. It is not easy to ask for money even for good causes but you made me laugh. Well done.
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Thanks, it’s a balancing act, so good to hear it worked. What Michael’s doing is awesome, so I hope this makes a difference!
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I’ve lost too many and that not the point is it? I’m in. Thanks for coming by.
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Thanks so much. You rock!
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This is a wonderful idea — and such a lovely post. Thank you for sharing!
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Thanks, hope it helps somehow!
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Cancer is the worst. Lost both my grandmas to it, and countless other relatives. Good luck to the family, and I’ll be checking it out and helping.
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Yeah cancer sucks in many ways. Appreciate the support, thanks!
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got it…. f-ing cancer… no, I got the book too….
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Awesome, Zoe, thanks so much for the support!
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Thank you for helping to raise awareness of this very important cause.
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Not at all, anything to help a friend!
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Daniel, this is a great cause. You are an awesome friend. I’ll spread the word about this.
I’m wishing your friends strength on their journey.
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Thanks a lot Karen, your support is appreciated!
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Just bought the book Daniel. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
I’m sorry about your family losses to cancer.
You’re a good egg Daniel. God bless.
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That went crazy fast. Thanks a lot, I’m sure Michael continues to be overwhelmed by all the response!
Yeah, freaking cancer, who hasn’t been around it? Thanks again!
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I’m honored and humbled by all of the support from your friends and followers. You have my sincerest of thanks, and a friend for life.
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Kristin is lucky to have you in her life. And you are lucky to have the rest of us, I guess!
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Got my copy and kudos to you for sharing a little light and love 🙂
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That’s so cool, thanks!
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Thanks for the heads-up – I just popped over there and bought the book! 🙂 Too much cancer in my family, too – I’d love to kick some cancer-ass.
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Awesome, you rock! Thanks for reacting and sorry about the family. Fucking cancer.
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Thanks, Daniel, for your support of Michael’s cause! I am sure Michael is overwhelmed with the support as is Kristin! Thanks for posting this! It is much appreciated!
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Not at all, always happy to support a great cause. Just hope it has impact!
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Daniel, words cannot describe my sincere thanks. You rock buddy!
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Not at all, man! I hope it helps Kristin kick cancer in the face!
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Done! Great cause and a book to read as well. Win win. 🙂
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Wow, that was fast. Thanks, you’re awesome!
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Happy to do it!
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