In The Pink

Since I was diagnosed in May, and treated this July through October, this is my first October Cancer Awareness month as a cancer survivor. I am on the inside of the pink attack this year. In the past, I noticed it some, but this year I experienced an avalanche. Is it me or did things explode?? Evey magazine I picked up had pages of articles containing valuable information, touching stories of young survivors fighting valiant battles or even more touching stories of women losing them. Every company was selling something pink. Athletes wore pink something on the fields and in their arenas.

The major newspapers ran serious articles informing the public about current research, creating dialogue everywhere including doctors’ offices which is really good. Awareness was raised everyday at all levels. I did not mind the pinkness of it all. You can buy the products or not, wear the kitsch or not. Having it available is good for the cause. It brings the topic to the forefront.

But I now know how African Americans feel in February when Black History month comes around and teachers cram facts about contributions and history into a month instead of integrating into the curriculum throughout the year. I certainly hope they are not still doing that!

My question is what is going to happen to breast cancer awareness on November 1?