Kathy McEvoy is coming up on her five-year Cancerversary. When she was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer in 2005, Kathy was a busy executive in corporate America. Today, she is the owner of Celebrate In Pink, a company that offers lovely partyware and stationery with a breast cancer theme. What I love about Kathy’s story is that her breast cancer journey has included a career change that makes her feel like she is on her true path. It’s so inspiring!
In June 2007, Kathy participated in a breast cancer walk in Washington, DC. She had planned a luncheon for afterward so that she could relax and celebrate with her friends and family. She wanted to use paper goods with a pink ribbon theme, and was surprised to discover that none were available.
Kathy had the idea right away to design and offer partyware with a breast cancer theme. But like all good things, it took time to go from idea to reality. She quickly started working on the design process, and the company was officially incorporated one year after that Aha!-moment-luncheon.
Kathy McEvoy
Now I want to share with you how I came to know of Kathy and Celebrate in Pink. It was through Twitter that I first “met” Kathy. I really liked what Kathy was doing with Celebrate in Pink, and I invited her to appear in a blog post. Through our email conversations, we discovered that we have at least one mutual breast-cancer-Survivor friend.
And why am I bothering you with this back story? Because if by chance you feel like you are going through breast alone, then I want you to know that there are lots of us out here– some recently diagnosed, some many years out. And while we know that you didn’t want to join our club, I hope that you can come to realize that you are part of an amazing, embracing, empowering community.
Kathy has offered this blog’s readers a discount coupon code. Enter SAVEME10 at checkout and you will receive a 10 percent discount on your order. A portion of the company’s sales are donated to women in need of financial assistance who are undergoing breast cancer treatment.
For more info about Celebrate in Pink, LLC:
Website: CelebrateInPink.com
Twitter: @CelebrateInPink
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Hi Jayne,
Thank you so much for all the inspiration and info you share here. I just came across your blog and appreciate it very much. I was diagnosed last October age 39, currently undergoing chemo and just trying to surround myself with positivity. All the best to you!
Erica,
Hang in there. Chemo is hard…but doable.
Jayne
Wow , I find great strength while reading your blog , so I can continue with my struggle against cancer! Thank you so much for these treasures.
The pink partyware are really great for get together during breast awareness week. It shows that we, as women, are taking an active stand against breast cancer by helping spread the word.