LIVESTRONG Bracelets - In or Out
12-09-07, 07:04 AM
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I wore one for several years while a co-worker battled and succumbed to cancer. I had to stop wearing it when I began working around machine tools (snagging hazard).
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You'll make a contribution and have a bunch to give away.
You'll make a contribution and have a bunch to give away.
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This is Africa, 1943. War spits out its violence overhead and the sandy graveyard swallows it up. Her name is King Nine, B-25, medium bomber, Twelfth Air Force. On a hot, still morning she took off from Tunisia to bomb the southern tip of Italy. An errant piece of flak tore a hole in a wing tank and, like a wounded bird, this is where she landed, not to return on this day, or any other day.
This is Africa, 1943. War spits out its violence overhead and the sandy graveyard swallows it up. Her name is King Nine, B-25, medium bomber, Twelfth Air Force. On a hot, still morning she took off from Tunisia to bomb the southern tip of Italy. An errant piece of flak tore a hole in a wing tank and, like a wounded bird, this is where she landed, not to return on this day, or any other day.
12-11-07, 09:42 AM
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I bought the bracelets because I wanted to help support cancer research. I still wear mine. The only time I don't wear it is when I am officiating games.
02-13-08, 10:28 PM
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02-14-08, 09:23 PM
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I have been wearing one for almost 3 years now. Great grandmother and Grandmother both died of cancer, Thats all I need.
besides, since I bought 10 (and handed them out to family/friends), I donated $10 to the cancer fund. Gf bought me a Livestrong workout shirt for my bday this summer as well, Nike brand, really nice
I use it for our bike trips together!
Its not about "fashion" for me...
besides, since I bought 10 (and handed them out to family/friends), I donated $10 to the cancer fund. Gf bought me a Livestrong workout shirt for my bday this summer as well, Nike brand, really nice
I use it for our bike trips together!Its not about "fashion" for me...
02-19-08, 01:56 PM
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There's certainly no reason that anyone has to wear one, whether to show support for the cause or otherwise, but as a cyclist and as someone who has lost an awful lot of people close to me to cancer, it's a good fit. I'm sure that's true for a lot of folks who continue to wear them even though they're (apparently) no longer fashionable. When I put it on every morning, it's simply a reminder to myself that there's work left to be done. If other people see me wearing it, hopefully they'll remember that as well.
02-19-08, 05:06 PM
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Funny that this should come up now. After thinking about doing it for years, I just pick up my first at the ToC - Santa Rosa yesterday. My wife and I had this very conversation and ultimately, I wear it to honor 3 people in my life who have fought this fight. Two made it, one didn't. Screw fashion, it ain't about that.
02-23-08, 10:09 PM
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I initially wore one to show my support for Lance in his numerous quests for the Maillot Jaune, not so much for cancer research. I gave my original one away to a coworker/cancer survivor. I replaced that one and wore it until it broke several years later. I have not worn one since then. I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer about a year ago and thanks to this thread I think I'll pick up another one and wear it in his honor. Someone had suggested placing one on a hub during wheel buildup...great idea!
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02-24-08, 09:01 PM
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This, I haven't taken mine off for two years.
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"the bus came by and I got on, that's when it all began...there was Cowboy Neal at the wheel of a bus to never-ever land."
"the bus came by and I got on, that's when it all began...there was Cowboy Neal at the wheel of a bus to never-ever land."
02-24-08, 10:04 PM
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Hello thetick1081, I hope your cancer is under control? Welcome to BikeForums....
I don't think there are many of us out there who worry about whether or not it's fashionable--it's a reminder of people we know and love, who may or may not be with us still.
East Hill
I don't think there are many of us out there who worry about whether or not it's fashionable--it's a reminder of people we know and love, who may or may not be with us still.
East Hill
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02-25-08, 02:28 AM
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02-28-08, 10:57 AM
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In. And I just broke it! 
Guess I'll have to buy another one. I've worn them since I bought it maybe@3 yrs ago? Wear it for my friends who are fighting their illnesses.
Guess I'll have to buy another one. I've worn them since I bought it maybe@3 yrs ago? Wear it for my friends who are fighting their illnesses.
03-02-08, 01:10 AM
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I continue to wear the wristband and so do a couple of my bikes (on the seatpost) because 1) a cure hasn't yet been found, 2) I'm a cyclist. When I see others wearing it, I know they are likely cyclists and support cancer research. BTW, each Christmas in lieu of giving gifts to friends and family, I donate to charities with most going to cancer research. I encourage others to do the same.
03-02-08, 02:11 AM
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I lost a parent to cancer. I'm considering buying the black jersey and matching shorts and socks from the site. I think they're sexy, and I'm due for a new outfit. My last ones were bought about 20 yars ago.. haha
but man.. $140 for the set.. big bucks. I remember when a Jersey was $20
but man.. $140 for the set.. big bucks. I remember when a Jersey was $20
03-02-08, 02:26 AM
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I'm going to buy a few for wheel builds, I have never bought one, though I should have. Like everyone I have lost loved ones, several family members and my best friend to the disease.
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03-02-08, 07:58 AM
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I've had one on my wrist for about 3 years...Just never thought about taking it off...
