ARMY BRATS AND ME

Check out sheepletalk and CHC

2011-07-24T20:43:00.000-07:00

http://www.sheepletalk.com/cindy-and-bonfires-fundraiser.html

Im very excited. If you would like to share someones picture at our fundraiser this Tues check out the website above. WE are making this global so honor someone and help us fight breast cancer:)

Yes I have been mia- happy 4th of July

2011-07-04T17:20:00.000-07:00

Blogging....why have I not taken the time to blog???? When I first starting finding out all my bad news from drs it was my only way to process all my thoughts. When I was going through my treatments it was a way to let everyone know how I was. I knew people were afraid to call. It meant so much to see all the comments. It really pushed me through. I was great to see people praying for me all over the world. The Internet is an amazing thing. So now life has gotten so busy that I have not taken the time to blog. I totally miss it. It is time that I really need. So I will be visiting blogs that I use to visit, looking for new ones and blogging about what is going on. I hope everyone is well. I hope everyone is taking time to slow down and enjoy every little thing. Cant wait to catch up!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY to all my military friends. Thank you for all you do:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

CHC LOVES TOYOTA

2011-05-27T18:32:00.000-07:00

I have been in shock the last few days. 2 and half years ago I found out that I was going to be fighting for my life. It was the worst day of my life. 9 months of treatments that dragged me down and made me feel like I could not live my normal life. Once I finished my treatments I was thankful for being alive and for all the good that was surrounded around me. I knew at that moment that I wanted to do something. I had a very clear picture that God put in front of me. I just did not know that I would be strong enough to follow through. In a short time Cindy's Hope Chest was a vision that become a reality. A true dream that I am able to be a part of everyday.

During the last 14 months so many wonderful people have come into my life. The women that I have bonded with during this fight will be friends for life. I am very proud of what we have done and excited to see what we will do.

One of the wonderful things that CHC has been blessed with was being chosen as a finalist for the Toyota 100 cars for good program. It was a contest on facebook. On Monday there were 5 nonprofit organizations competing for votes. We created a video to show the country what CHC does and what we would use our new car for. It was a fun and thrilling day. I watched a community and beyond come together to rally votes for CHC. It was amazing to watch and it made me feel like they were fighting for all the women who have and are currently battling this terrible disease.

At the end of the evening CHC had the most votes! So Toyota will be delivering us a Highlander Hybrid. I still can not believe it but you all know me I do BELIEVE:)

Thanks to everyone who voted and supported us. Thanks to Toyota for believing in us. We are so excited.

If you are just reading and you have not heard of their program go to facebook and vote for your favorite organization today at Toyota USA, 100 cars for good!

YAY!!!!!! More to come.....Ill keep you up to date to join us when we receive it.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

God is good! Toyota wants to give us a car

2011-05-21T08:03:00.001-07:00

IF YOU HAVE A FACEBOOK please go to Toyota USA and go to "100 cars for good" and vote Cindy's Hope Chest. We would love to win this car for our organization. Helping women battling breast cancer is how we roll!!

If you vote be sure to post on our wall (Cindy's Hope Chest) for a raffle ticket. If you click on the bottom of the voting page to share on your wall that you voted you can get 3 tickets. Thanks for your support.

I can't believe it is coming to an end!

2011-04-12T07:30:00.000-07:00

I am not sure where to start. I have been dealing with approaching my husbands 20th yr of active duty service. It has been an amazing journey. I am posting the next few days my feelings good and bad. What are the right choices.....Is the Army being fair. How do I feel. I have always been very real and up front with my battle with BC but been very careful about being an Army wife but it is time for my side.

Hoping you have a wonderful day!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

URRRGGHHH half of my husband's pay

2011-04-08T11:35:00.000-07:00

Really?????? I already have enough to deal with and now I find out that half of Mike's pay is gone this month. He is an active duty soldier......what is everyone going to do. Some people may have to live check to check. Some our dealing with diseases. Some have sick children. GEEEZZZZ

I'm super annoyed right now!!!!

Thanks for your service!!!! yeah right:(

Learning how to tweet

2011-04-03T06:51:00.000-07:00

Well since I have founded www.cindyshopechest.org 13 months ago I am learning that Internet is the way to get the word out. There are so many different links. I'm trying to learn them a little at a time. I have been blogging since 08. I was able to blog my journey from waiting for the results that I would be fighting for my life to being a survivor.

CHC is learning how to tweet. I'm not very good at it. I am trying to learn how to add the different areas of interest so that it shows up in the right places. CRAZY but fun! If you have a twitter account and you want us to follow you let us know. If yo have any ideas of good Internet sites that can help CHC let us know that too.

Update: I'm doing well-next apt May. My arm is still giving me trouble-seeing someone this week to give me some answers.

Hope everyone is loving Spring

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Last night to vote......ends midnight thurs tonight

2011-03-31T18:21:00.000-07:00

I am so behind on blogging sorry! I have been dealing with a lot. I am in a contest on facebook and need your support. It will just takes a minute.

GO TO SCOTT CLARK TOYOTA SCION "like" their page first and then post I VOTE CINDYS HOPE CHEST

We are trying to win a place on a billboard on a main street in Charlotte NC.

Thanks so much!!!!

fighting like a girl
Cindy

im in contest i need your vote

2011-02-28T15:25:00.000-08:00

Go to facebook and search SCOTT CLARK TOYOTA SCION.......once you get to their page post on their page.....I Vote Cindy's Hope Chest..........

Please take a few minutes. They are going to give the top 10 local businesses free advertisement on their billboard!!!!!

Thanks
Cindy
fighting like a girl

Charity Event to benefit CHC

2011-02-27T19:21:00.000-08:00

The past 4 weeks have been super busy. I was very excited all day to share with you how yesterday went for us. You have to excuse me because I had a very hurtful comment left on my blog about my children and the misunderstanding of "brat". So I am trying to get passed that.

First of all I want to thank Intimate Culinare Catering and Personal Chefs for hosting the 1st annual Texas hold'em tournament. He approached me a month or so ago about doing it. I was excited to hear what his plans were. I am normally the one who runs the events. So for the past few weeks I have watched him work tons of hrs on collecting donations and getting people to purchase tickets. It was the first one that I really did not do anything for. Not even raffles......it was strange to let it all go but I cant be everywhere so it was nice to concentrate on another event that we were working on. Please check out his website-thanks

Yesterday I walked into a very organized event that was ready to roll. There were auctions set up with bids already started and food cooking for the players and CHC servers ready to help. Players and staff wearing my shirts. It was awesome. I was able to walk around and meet people and thank them for coming. Tons of fun. I heard happy stories and I heard sad stories but we all were there to support and raise money for CHC.

The evening got very exciting when the last table was full of the final players. One of then happened to be a husband of a beautiful women who is currently fighting for her life. We have been supporting each other for a few months now. So I was excited for him. I walked around a bit and watched him come down to the final two. Wow, Michelle would have been so proud to see him sitting their playing for her and I know Michelle would have been there if she wasn't resting from chemo last week. Finally the winner......the 1st annual CHC winner was Mike! He won....now was that a Good thing or what. Out of all the players the one person who is walking this journey "breast cancer" with his wife is my 1st winner. AMAZING. So I am so thrilled grabbing my camera to watch him be presented with the champion bracelet and his gift and he turns to me..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................and hands me his winnings to help other women who are battling. Ok I could not hold back the tears. What a wonderful thing to do. It was a perfect night. I want to thank everyone who helped make it a huge success and I look forward to next year. Please be sure to "like" the chef on face book and check out his website.

AS you finish reading this post I ask you to pray for Michelle (husband and 2 boys) lets ask God for complete healing on her body. She is an amazingly strong woman and I am proud to call her my friend!!! Love you Green Family:)

Cindy
fighitng like a girl!

Calling my children "Brats"

2011-02-27T17:08:00.000-08:00

Hey I wanted to blog about something before I blog about the charity event tonight. I received a comment for an anonymous blogger about calling my children brats. In the military it is a saying when a child moves around with an active duty soldier. They are called "Army Brats".......my blog is my life journey and my children as we travel as a military blog. I am sorry if I offended you and at the same time thank you for info on my arm. I hope that I straightened out any confusion. Thanks again for coming to me instead of walking away.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Home

2011-02-16T19:24:00.000-08:00

Home

My arm.....ouch

2011-02-16T06:54:00.000-08:00

OK so I have had 3 Dr's now yell at me about my arm. If you have lymphedema and you have some advice PLEASE get back to me. It is bothering me bad. I am working on finding someone who can help me with the lymphatic drainage. So will you stop and say a little prayer for me. I need some relief.

Hope every ones healthy.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

www.cindyshopechest.org

more dr apts- half way through Feb

2011-02-15T18:59:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's day......my military friends if your better half is away I wanted you to know that I was praying for you and your family. Thanks always for everything you do.

Today was the end of my apts for the month! YAY! Lab results came back good. I just need to get the vit-D up. Thanks for praying.

I have some fundraisers coming up and I am super excited about them. Can you believe CHC has been around for a year now. Amazing! Because of all of you it is a wonderful place that is very much needed. You will need to keep checking in to see what is happening. I am very close to having a guest blogger every week. If you are interested in being a guest blogger in the future you can contact me at cindyshopechest@hotmail.com.

up-coming blogs: Do we retire from the Army? How do you think I will adjust to my husband not being in the military? Do we move again? Do I open more boutiques for CHC?

Cindy
fighting like a girl

yay

2011-02-08T16:13:00.000-08:00

I am so happy my dr was very excited to see me starting my third year. I really needed that reaction. I need to make it through this year and then I can hopefully sail through yr 4 and 5. So I see him again in 6 months with a new plan. YAY!

As for the not so yay news. My lymphedema is very bad. I need to find someone in the Charlotte area you specializes in lymphatic massage. If my arm does not get under control then it can be a permanent problem. So I hope you will say a little prayer for me.

Mike is entering his 2o year as an active duty soldier. There are some big decisions to make. More tomorrow.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

missing my girls and look forward to seeing them soon

Long drive but God was my copilot

2011-02-06T18:30:00.000-08:00

Well today I spent the afternoon driving to my house. Yep its that time again. Another 6month check-up. I have been struggling a little with some stuff and I really needed that time in the car.

This month is a big month for me. I have 3 apts and then I will be done for another 3months. It really never gets easier. Waking up everyday the first thing I say is thank you for today. Do you thank God for each and everyday? Or do we forget how precious are time is?

So while I was in the car I Praised God for all He has done for me this week. I am giving Him the Honor and Glory for trusting me with Cindy's Hope Chest. If I look back 2 1/2 yrs ago.......ha who would have thought. He picked me to be one of His miracles. WOW~

God thank you for being my copilot today. You gave me the strength to walk in the Dr's office tomorrow with a positive attitude. Sometimes we just need to remember to spend more time with Him.....we can not do it alone.

Please pray for me tomorrow and ask God to continue to heal me:) It means a lot!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Contest ends Feb 3rd at 5pm

2011-02-02T19:19:00.000-08:00

i need your help I am in a contest and I am in second place by 100 votes......Please take a min and go to model source on facebook and "like" their main profile page and then go to photos and click on business logo and look for mine. it is halfway down and "like" it.

Cindy's Hope Chest has a chance to be in a magazine. If you have any questions please let me know or you can go to Cindy's Hope Chest on facebook and look at my logo.

Thanks for your support

Cindy
Fighting like a girl

Contest ends Feb 3rd at 5pm

2011-02-02T18:56:00.000-08:00

I need your help please! I am in a contest and I am in second place. I am 100 votes behind.

http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=173156392728005&set=a.172861399424171.34283.143790412331270

It is just too close for me to give up. Please take a moment to vote for Cindy's Hope Chest. Please remember that you can click on the link above but you have to "like" the main model source profile page and then go back to my logo and "like" it. You have to do both to make it count.

Please please thanks so much:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

sneak pick of my new store

2011-01-27T16:35:00.000-08:00

Contest! Facebook...need your help:)

2011-01-22T15:48:00.000-08:00

Ok I am in a contest on facebook. It ends on the 3rd. I need your help. I am about 150 votes behind right now. So I am asking you to help me. It only takes a minute. For you taking the time to vote I am going to have a contest for you:) From the 22nd til 3rd if you vote for me or have someone (as many as you can) I will put you in a drawing for one of my shirts, rings and bracelets. You have to send me a message on facebook Cindy Martin Summers or here or email cindyshopechest@hotmail.com and let me know that you voted or whoever voted. If I win I get a page of advertisement in a magazine which is always a great opportunity for Cindy's Hope Chest. Please just take a moment I really appreciate it. Oh and feel free to post it or talk about it on your blog if you do I will put you in for 10 more chances to win my stuff. Please help me continue to help women battle this terrible disease.

go to model source on facebook and "like" their page first. then go to photos and click on business logos. look for mine and "like" it. you have to like both to make it count. thanks

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Yay! My website and blog now match:)

2011-01-21T18:14:00.000-08:00

I really needed to see this today. Thanks Kristy with TSE group! I just love my marketing company. I have had a few rough days. On Monday I started having some pain under my arm (the side that does not have cancer). It has just put in a terrified mind set. I don't get like this very much but when I do it can really take over your entire life. I am going to give it a few more days and then see the dr. I did talk to them today (if I did not Mike would have). So I am trying to pray about it and move on.

I have a lot of exciting things to share. I have decided since this is my third year and the goal is to make it to 5yrs after diagnosis. I am going to celebrate everyone month that I am alive. I am already so thankful for everyday:)

I HAVE AN ONLINE STORE TOO. Go to cindyshopechest.org and click on online store:all process go to CHC...there are some really cute things:)

My open house is coming up in a week. I can not wait to show off my store. It is turning out to be beautiful. Some of you that have been following me from the beginning know how much the word Believe means to me so tomorrow will be a sneak peak!

Continue to pray for me as I fight like a girl!

Cindy

If you know someone who is currently battling breast cancer please email:cindyshopechest@hotmail.com

If you facebook you can vote for me.....

2011-01-18T17:07:00.000-08:00

OK so there is a contest on facebook right now and whoever gets the most votes gets free advertisement in their magazine.

You will be voting on logos. I am logo number 78. I hope you will please take a few minutes and vote for me. It will be a great opportunity for more to know abut Cindy's Hope Chest.

If you go to facebook and go to Model Source- you have to like the pg first then go to business logos.....then last find mine and like it! Thanks so much for your support.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

pictures tomorrow of my new store:)

Cindy's Hope Chest Open House

2011-01-11T15:33:00.001-08:00

Blog Underconstruction......:)

2011-01-10T17:52:00.000-08:00

I have been out of touch for a bit. I opened my store and had a wonderful end to the year for my organization. My blog will be getting a makeover and I am super excited about it. I am learning how to twitter so I can keep everyone updated on Cindy's Hope Chest. I have lots of pictures uploaded on our a facebook page. The fundraisers for our first year were amazing. Have you heard of boob painting.....well be sure to check it out. Thanks for sticking with me. This year is going to be a year that I am going to need lots of emotional support. I am heading into my 3rd year. Lots of dr apts. So just remember to say a little prayer for me and all the women that are fighting this terrible disease!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

If you have any ideas about my blog or my website....pink or breast cancer let me know. www.cindyshopechest.org

Girls Night out Painting

2010-12-11T13:07:00.001-08:00

Please check out www.cajuncanvas.com we will be out there tonight doing a benefit for Cindy's Hope Chest. Let me know what you think:)

Tomorrow we will be out at Hemby Bridge Community Center

One stop shop
Chicken Dinners $7
Bake sale

GET ON THE MAILING LIST FOR MONTHLY UPDATES

2010-11-29T20:05:00.000-08:00

Hello Friends, Family and supporters of Cindy’s Hope Chest. We are getting ready to step things up a notch with Cindy’s Hope Chest. We will have a monthly newsletter emailed out to our data base as well as perspective new corporate sponsors. If you would like to be on this mailing list please email the following information to cindyshopechest@hotmail.com. Please provide your name, address, phone number and email address. If you do not wish to provide all the information above, provide what you would like us to have as means of contacting you and keeping you informed of upcoming events and rally’s . The newsletter will also include volunteer needs as well as special recognition for those who continue to support Cindy’s Hope chest.

About Cindy's Hope Chest

2010-11-14T10:17:00.000-08:00

October Rally Up!

2010-11-14T09:52:00.000-08:00

RESULTS FROM THE OCTOBER RALLY UP,,,,,, DRUM ROLL PLEASE! THE GOAL WAS 10,000 DOLLARS AND THE RESULTS WERE 6,000..... GREAT FIRST ANNUAL OCTOBER RALLY UP! THANKS FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT...

YOUTUBE VIDEO, SHARE WITH YOUR CONTACTS

2010-11-14T09:49:00.000-08:00

CHECK OUT THE NEW CINDY'S HOPE CHEST VIDEO ON YOUTUBE. JUST TYPE IN THE SEARCH BOX CINDYS HOPE CHEST AND WATCH THIS AMAZING VIDEO PUT TOGETHER BY THE T.S.E MARKETING GROUP. MIKE

Thanks for your service

2010-11-11T16:57:00.000-08:00

I have not been able to blog in a while but this is worth taking a moment to stop and stand still!

Thank you to all who have served, are serving and who will serve in our country's future! I promise that I will never forget and we always pray for your safety. Thank you for all you do and your family.

God Bless

Cindy
fighting like a girl

WEST GROVE PA

2010-10-31T18:23:00.000-07:00

Cindy made it to PA and participated in the finale event that Sedona Fitness and Spa held today. She had a great time! She will fly back tomorrow! If you have not checked out the new website, take a minute and navigate thru... www.cindyshopechest.org Cindy has worked hard this month as it is breast cancer awareness month. I can't tell you how proud I am to watch her as she touches lives. This thing is going big and fast! I thank you for walking with her daily... She is a great woman doing great things each day! I also want to thank Cindys sister and my Bro-in-law for all their support! Keep on keeping on Cindy, I'm proud of you! As I watched you thru the glass window this morning at the ticket counter, I thought of all you have accomplished and almost told the stranger beside me that y ou were my wife as I pointed to you. I didnt want him to think I was a weirdo so I refrained. You were missed but glad you had the oppurtunity to go to PA and meet those great folks. love you, Mike

Charlotte Observer Article

2010-10-31T05:20:00.000-07:00

Cindy's story ran in the Charlotte Observer on front page of the neighbors section. Check it out! Cindy is in the Atlanta airport awaiting her flight to PA. I know she wooped, went to bed at 1:30mand up at 4:30..... Thanks to all who came out to the party last night. Mike

Savannah and Alexa Cheering

2010-10-26T14:17:00.000-07:00

October Rally Up!

2010-10-24T18:32:00.000-07:00

1 more week and the October Rally up will conclude! Great first Rally up with still a week left to participate. Great events have gone on around the country and more to come this next 7 days.Thanks to all who have held fundraisers in support of this Rally Up! The total will be revealed on 1 November!

Mike

Cindy's Going on a Roadtrip (Air trip)

2010-10-24T18:27:00.000-07:00

Cindy is going to PA, west Grove PA to be a part of the finale fundraiser that Sedona fitness and Spa has put together! Sedona has fundraised each Sunday in the month of October and the finale is Sunday 31 Oct. Cindy will be able to meet this great group of people that have supported a perfect stranger in her efforts to help others. Sedona Saw Army Wives and contacted Cindy stating they wanted to be a part of her efforts. THANKS SEDONA TEAM!!!!!!!

Mike

WAY TO GO DIVINITI SALON IN MATTHEWS NC

2010-10-24T18:22:00.001-07:00

Way to go Diviniti Salon! You and your team raised $800.00 today for CHC!!!!! You and your team are awesome! You did great and am sure you will see those faces again. Thanks soooo much for working on your days off to make this a great CHC day!

Fund raisers going on everywhere! Check them out.

2010-10-13T17:50:00.000-07:00

If you do not live on the West Coast you may not have ever heard of this product. I talked to Melissa and she said you will love it. Please take a few minutes and look at her site. Proceeds go to CHC. Thanks Nichole for hosting this fund raiser! Thanks Melissa:) This party ends Friday. One item can make a difference.

Nichole has decided to keep the spa open until Friday to see how much money & products she can raise for Cindy's Hope Chest.

Let either of us know if you'd like to place an order - you'll need to call or email it in, just use the website for looking (not ordering).

Thanks for helping such a great charity!!

Melissa Christianson
Sensaria Rep, 16569
509-952-8495
melissa@melissachristianson.com
http://www.sensaria.com/melissac

MORE OCTOBER RALLY UP FUNDRAISER EVENTS

2010-10-08T20:51:00.000-07:00

Sedona Spa and Fitness in the state of PA
Every Sunday in the month of October they are hosting fitness activities at their location in support of CHC. They are also having a finale on Oct 31 with vendors and raffles etc. WAY TO GO SEDONA!!!!!!

Porter Ridge Middle School 6th grade class and teachers also support CHC. They are having a CHC Pink T-shirt drive from 1 OCT-13 OCT. Way to go 6th grade class!

Sonic restaurant in Indian Trail will host CHC night at their location on the 24th of October. A percentage of sales will go to CHC. (Way to go Bill and staff)!

Carolina Cartridge and supplies inc of Charlotte will also donate a % of their October sales to CHC!! Way to go CCS team.

Thanks to all!!!!!!

Mike

Web Site looking GREAT!!! THANKS TSE!!!!!!!

2010-10-08T19:47:00.000-07:00

I want to thank The TSE Group again for all the hard work and hours they have devoted to CHC. A great group of people doing great things for a Great cause. In case you didn't know, the TSE group is a marketing Company out of PA that has joined forces with CHC. They are committed to helping us reach out to all communities so that we may help more woman. They have just to name a few, developed the new website, designed our up and comming E-Brochure, contacted local bussiness to gain corporate sponsorship. This group of people are ONE OF A KIND. They have done this and more at NO CHARGE. I can only imagine what type of work they do for the clients that pay them. take the time to visit the website (thetsegroup.biz) Thanks again to the entire TSE TEAM!!!!!!

I also want to thank the EMBROIDME store located here in Indian Trail. They have worked hard as well and have a geniune care for Cindy and her cause. They have stepped up and made task happen last minute and supported Cindy since day 1. Francine and MR N,( he hates it when I call him Mr and SIR) you guys are greatly appreciated. If you have needs for embroidering, vinyl lettering, and everything in between. Check out the store in Indian Trail or contact Cindy to get a hold of them. Great job on the t-shirts, bags and hats recently...

We also want to reconize another true supporter of CHC. (there are lots)

Karen Morgal, Thanks so much for your continued support of CHC and her cause. You have been a great support and helped us with our girls school, events at the school etc. You also have a genuine care and desire to help any way that you can. WE THANK YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!

There are so many people who fit the description of the above! we are so greatful to all who continue to assist us in this great cause. Thanks again for all who follow, support and assist CHC in encouraging woman as they fight!

Mike and Cindy

More Info tomorrow

2010-10-08T19:31:00.000-07:00

We have been extremely busy this past two weeks but will update you in the next couple of days as far as the October Rally Up fundraiser. There are several events going on across the states and more scheduled. Here in Charlotte we have 2 more events this month as of now.

1.) October 24th
1-6 PM
Diviniti's Hair salon///Idelwild rd and 485
Cut a Thon for cancer
Kids haircuts= 15.00
Mens cuts= 20.00
ladies cuts= 25.00
They will have 4-5 stylist on this day and ALL proceeds go to CHC. This is a 4 star salon. They will work on appts first and fit walk ins when they can. We will have a flyer made up soon. This is a great salon with great people.

2.) October 30th(ADULT PARTY) Sorry kids!
8PM-until
Bent Creek Clubhouse
"Cindy's Hope Chest 1st annual Halloween Spooktacular Costume Ball"
Music, Dancing, Prizes for the funniest and scariest costumes. Plenty of Goolish delights to eat!!!!!
Raffles also!
$10.00 per person and all proceeds will go to CHC.... Call Cindy@ 704-277-1489 or Donna @ 704-737-1058 for more details.

NEW Cindy's Hope Chest Web Site coming soon!!!!!

2010-09-29T19:05:00.000-07:00

The TSE Group which is a marketing group out of PA is working hard on Cindy's new web site. The TSE Group contacted Cindy after watching the Army Wives finale show. They told us that they wanted to be a part in Cindys cause. Terrie, the owner said that her firm would donate the time and resources to assist CHC in marketing as well as various other task. THEY(entire staff) has worked hard already and contributed more than we ever imagined. They have helped with numerous task and complete task on a weekly basis. If you are a business owner, small or large this group of professionals is a must to visit. thetsegroup.biz terrie@thetsegroup.biz

why will the tattoo not upload

2010-09-28T05:22:00.000-07:00

I have been trying to do this since Fri! My pix of the tattoo uploads fine on my face book but not here????? If you want to see it become a fan of Cindy's Hope Chest. I am still working on this. sorry

Cindy
fighting like a girl

I need more states!!!

We have :

West Virgina
Pennsylvania
Florida
New Jersey
Washington

Now I have helped a lot of in NC, Texas and Cali so if you are from those states have a lemonade stand or a bake sale. OCTOBER is my month to get people motivated!

Oct is around the corner and tomorrow my tattoo will be revealed at 1pm

2010-09-23T20:09:00.000-07:00

1ST Annual October Rally Up Fundraiser

Cindy’s Hope Chest fundraiser event instructions

1st annual October Rally Up fundraiser

Fundraiser organization:

Mike Summers will be the primary point of contact for the 1st annual October Rally Up fundraiser. All questions, concerns and ideas should be addressed thru Mike Summers. His phone number is 704-668-6803 and email is john.summers@usarec.army.mil. This fundraiser will be a multi state event with hopes that we will encompass all 52 states. This will require all parties involved to utilize all resources available to include email, face book, twitter, blogs and word of mouth. CHC can and will provide request letters as well as receipts for all (tax deductible) donations made.

Timeline: 1 October -31 October

Mission:

1.To raise funding for the increase in request for assistance after the Army Wives show aired

2.To raise breast cancer awareness during breast cancer awareness month as well as promoting “early detection saves lives”

3.To continue to make woman aware of Cindy’s Hope Chest and our mission statement

4.To rally up a team of volunteers/supporters as well as new beneficiaries so that we may gain strength in numbers as an organization

Goals for October 2010

1.To raise 10,000 dollars in the month of October

2.To average 50 hits on the website each day during the month of October

3.Complete updating website

4.Create a database of all supporters/volunteers and beneficiaries

5.Complete new business cards with new logo

6.Complete new E-brochure

7.Obtain 5 new corporate sponsors

8.Raise awareness of CHC during the Susan G Komen walk in charlotte on 2 October

9.Raise awareness of CHC during the bases for breast cancer at a local church in Monroe, NC 8-9 October

10.Send a basket or bag to all request (surge from the response) after the Army Wives Gives Back venue

Situation:

1.CHC needs to raise breast cancer awareness as well as “Early detection save lives”

2.October is breast cancer awareness month and a great time to make a mark and get CHC on the breast cancer awareness map

3.All donations by individuals/businesses, as well as fundraising efforts will be posted daily on CHC website, Cindy’s blog and Face book. This will spotlight all efforts towards this fundraiser. We will have a running tally so all parties are aware of the current status of meeting the goal for October.

Intent and concept of fundraiser:

These are just a few ideas to assist you in your efforts, be creative and use your imagination and have fun!!!!!!! You will be surprised how giving people are and how they take pride in helping others.

1.Car wash

2.Bake sale (a lot of bagel and donut shops will donate yesterdays goods) that you can collect donations as a fundraiser

3.Garage sale

4.Lemonade stand

5.Raffle off baskets of goodies that were either purchased or donated

6.Krispy Kreme Donuts has a fundraising program

7.Get your church involved

8.Get your neighborhood involved

9.Get your co-workers and employers involved

10.BBQ and spaghetti dinners

11.Corn-hole or bowling fundraiser

12.Canvass local businesses

13.Simply ask friends and family to help your fundraising effort

14.Google “fundraising ideas” for more ideas

Friendly Forces:

1.Friends

2.Family

3.Past and present CHC beneficiaries

4.Past business owners that have supported CHC

5.Newly solicited business owners thru emails/letters and face to face visits that want to help

6.Blogs/twitter/email/cell phone texting/word of mouth and face book

7.40 days to plan/ assist and execute your fundraiser

Strength is in numbers and numbers is what will make this a successful 1st annual Rally Up Fundraiser!! Let me give an example:

500 people tell 5 people, each and those tell 5 people each and so on. It doesn’t take long to get thousands involved. What the first 500 do with the information is the key!

Thanks so much for your support! If you have a great idea for fundraising please send your ideas to Mike and Cindy where we can share with all 52 states. Cindy will have a special surprise for the biggest fundraiser event!!!!!!!

Fundraising monies can be mailed to: Cindy's Hope Chest, PO Box 1215, Indian Trail, NC 28079. Individuals can also Donate on-line at www.cindyshopechest.org

All October Fundraising tally's will be done on 31 October.

Top Fundraiser will be revealed 1 Nov on website, face book and Blog.

THANKS!!!! MIKE

RESULTS....

2010-09-22T14:56:00.000-07:00

Praising God for my clear scan! Thank you for always praying for me!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

ADDITION TO THE POST BELOW

2010-09-20T21:09:00.000-07:00

If you need banners,posters,brochures etc for your fundraiser, Contact Mike. Also please post your FR ideas so others can possibly incorporate your idea with their idea.

1ST Annual October Rally Up Fundraiser

2010-09-20T18:59:00.000-07:00

Cindy’s Hope Chest fundraiser event instructions

1st annual October Rally Up fundraiser

Fundraiser organization:

Mike Summers will be the primary point of contact for the 1st annual October Rally Up fundraiser. All questions, concerns and ideas should be addressed thru Mike Summers. His phone number is 704-668-6803 and email is john.summers@usarec.army.mil. This fundraiser will be a multi state event with hopes that we will encompass all 52 states. This will require all parties involved to utilize all resources available to include email, face book, twitter, blogs and word of mouth. CHC can and will provide request letters as well as receipts for all (tax deductible) donations made.

Timeline: 1 October -31 October

Mission:

1.To raise funding for the increase in request for assistance after the Army Wives show aired

2.To raise breast cancer awareness during breast cancer awareness month as well as promoting “early detection saves lives”

3.To continue to make woman aware of Cindy’s Hope Chest and our mission statement

4.To rally up a team of volunteers/supporters as well as new beneficiaries so that we may gain strength in numbers as an organization

Goals for October 2010

1.To raise 10,000 dollars in the month of October

2.To average 50 hits on the website each day during the month of October

3.Complete updating website

4.Create a database of all supporters/volunteers and beneficiaries

5.Complete new business cards with new logo

6.Complete new E-brochure

7.Obtain 5 new corporate sponsors

8.Raise awareness of CHC during the Susan G Komen walk in charlotte on 2 October

9.Raise awareness of CHC during the bases for breast cancer at a local church in Monroe, NC 8-9 October

10.Send a basket or bag to all request (surge from the response) after the Army Wives Gives Back venue

Situation:

1.CHC needs to raise breast cancer awareness as well as “Early detection save lives”

2.October is breast cancer awareness month and a great time to make a mark and get CHC on the breast cancer awareness map

3.All donations by individuals/businesses, as well as fundraising efforts will be posted daily on CHC website, Cindy’s blog and Face book. This will spotlight all efforts towards this fundraiser. We will have a running tally so all parties are aware of the current status of meeting the goal for October.

Intent and concept of fundraiser:

These are just a few ideas to assist you in your efforts, be creative and use your imagination and have fun!!!!!!! You will be surprised how giving people are and how they take pride in helping others.

1.Car wash

2.Bake sale (a lot of bagel and donut shops will donate yesterdays goods) that you can collect donations as a fundraiser

3.Garage sale

4.Lemonade stand

5.Raffle off baskets of goodies that were either purchased or donated

6.Krispy Kreme Donuts has a fundraising program

7.Get your church involved

8.Get your neighborhood involved

9.Get your co-workers and employers involved

10.BBQ and spaghetti dinners

11.Corn-hole or bowling fundraiser

12.Canvass local businesses

13.Simply ask friends and family to help your fundraising effort

14.Google “fundraising ideas” for more ideas

Friendly Forces:

1.Friends

2.Family

3.Past and present CHC beneficiaries

4.Past business owners that have supported CHC

5.Newly solicited business owners thru emails/letters and face to face visits that want to help

6.Blogs/twitter/email/cell phone texting/word of mouth and face book

7.40 days to plan/ assist and execute your fundraiser

Strength is in numbers and numbers is what will make this a successful 1st annual Rally Up Fundraiser!! Let me give an example:

500 people tell 5 people, each and those tell 5 people each and so on. It doesn’t take long to get thousands involved. What the first 500 do with the information is the key!

Thanks so much for your support! If you have a great idea for fundraising please send your ideas to Mike and Cindy where we can share with all 52 states. Cindy will have a special surprise for the biggest fundraiser event!!!!!!!

Fundraising monies can be mailed to: Cindy's Hope Chest, PO Box 1215, Indian Trail, NC 28079. Individuals can also Donate on-line at www.cindyshopechest.org

All October Fundraising tally's will be done on 31 October.

Top Fundraiser will be revealed 1 Nov on website, face book and Blog.

THANKS!!!! MIKE

scan for me

2010-09-20T18:00:00.000-07:00

Ok 1130 tomorrow is a scan for me......asking for everyone to read and pray for me

No signs of cancer please

Cindy
fighting like a girl

pray for me

2010-09-20T07:22:00.000-07:00

I am going today to start a new medicine. Please say a prayer for me today. Pray that I do not have a reaction. Pray that I am not in pain. Pray that it protects me the way it is suppose to. Thanks for you support!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

8 more days to sign up for the Komen

She speaks...... met my blog girlies

2010-09-16T12:08:00.000-07:00

Nichole and my girls

Lee, Me, Nicki, Nichole and Pamela.....all their blogs are must reads.

Joy and Nichole......prayer warriors

Lee with my girls....prayergifts.blogspot.com I was lucky to meet her last year and get to hang with her this year.

Kim....another survivior. It was great to meet her.

This is where I found my name. It was very overwhelming.

Nichole and Me:)

Nicki, Lee, Me and Nichole.....no one could touch the power here! I wish I could figure out how to make bigger. Love these girls

I am sure you remember at the end of the summer I was going to a womens conference that I was nominated for. I was so excited to listen and learn from other Christian women. Writers, speakers and women who had a story to tell. It was an amazing weekend. I was looking forward to it for many reasons. You know it is my dream to meet all my blog friends that have followed and prayed for me. Which leads me to tell you a little about my of my very best blog friends:) she lives on the other side of the country so I knew some day that God would bring us to meet. She is a wonderful wife and mother of two sweet little boys. She spends her life being a good Christian not saying she is one. Her website/blog is a place to go and spend some time reflecting on how much we love and need our God. She is compassionate, caring and a loyal friend. Up until I met her I already felt like we had met so long ago. While I was going through my treatments she prayed for me, sent my gifts of encouragement, sent my husband and children cards to let them know they were being covered. Talking to her on the phone was like speaking to an angel. So when I found out that we would be attending the conference together and that she was going to be my room mate. HA! I was so excited! The day came for me to pick her up from the airport.....was the longest day ever. And it did not help that she would call me during her layovers and of course I missed them all. I made sure I was there early enough because I wanted to hug her neck as soon as she landed. Finally the call came.....I could not drive there fast enough. She was just just as precious as I thought. God had crossed our paths for a reason. I was fighting for my life and she was fighting it with me. She had never met me. She knew that I could not fight alone. So she was just there! Always there! At that moment I Praised God for giving me the opportunity to thank her for everything.....in person. She was everything I knew she would be. It was a wonderful weekend. Stories shared and memories made. I would like for you to meet my friend Nichole.....http://livingmylifeonpurpose.blogspot.com.....I promised you will be moved by her passion and her writing. Love ya Nichole:)

Thanks to all who nominated me! It was a great conference and I hope that you can attend the next one.

Cindy

fighting like a girl

wow knock me down.....can i get a break?

2010-09-15T16:43:00.000-07:00

I am having one of those moments. Yea the one I am trying to help other women not have. I just want to start off by asking you to stop reading for a moment and pray for me. I am having a rough time right now. Pray for healing and protection.

Now I will fill you in. Are you faced with death everyday? I hope not. That is why it is so important for us to find a cure. It is just crazy. A few weeks ago I was testing to see how I metabolize tamoxifen. It is a clinical trial....my first one. I thought for sure that I would be fine. Well I got the call today. You are placed in one of three groups. Excessive, intermediate or poor. Of course I was placed in intermediate which means. That I have not metabolized the medicine the last yr and half to the fullest. So I have been in a funk all day. What does this mean. Starting tomorrow I will be taking double the dose for 4 months and then retested. Side effects?????? Worried....yes! Now I have to go back and read all that because I was so thinking I was good and would not have to do this. Can I get a break.....enough is enough! I cant even finish.......

Lord give me the strength
ps-i need one more person to reveal my tattoo.....it is a great cause and I need your help more then ever:)

First annual October Rally UP!!!

2010-09-13T20:21:00.000-07:00

October is Breast cancer awareness month and Cindy's Hope Chest will have a annual October Rally Up Fund Raiser! I (Mike) Will be responsible for making this happen from initial plan to the execution phase. I will be working on the time lines as well as goals in the next couple of days. We will post the information here on the CHC web site as well as Facebook and Cindy's blog. This will be a multi community, multi state event and hope all will be able to participate. THANKS!

Mike Summers

challenge.....states???

2010-09-13T10:26:00.000-07:00

So far I have one in WV and one in MD! I need 3 more so you can see my tattoo. It is amazing and it gives me the hope I need to carry me through. I am going to give my husband the task to run with this challenge so you will be hearing from him soon.

I would love if any of you would blog about this challenge. You can copy and paste or blog on your own. Be sure to tell me on the 31st of Oct I will have a giveaway for you to be entered in. All you have to do is to pass on the challenge for 2 people in every state to fund raise big or small for Cindy's Hope Chest. I will post pictures on FB of your event:) Thanks for all your help.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

CHALLENGE

2010-09-12T18:46:00.000-07:00

OK so here is the challenge: You all know that I have been putting my heart and soul into Cindy's Hope Chest. I am getting tons of calls from women all over the country that need my help. They are fighting for their lives. It is heart breaking to here them crying and screaming. I have been there. You guys were there. You saw me at my lowest point. You surrounded me with hope, encouragement and love. You helped me wake up everyday. You now have the opportunity to do it again. Please do not turn away tonight. I know you get busy with work and the kids but if you are healthy you can do this. You can fight for a women that cant right now. If she needs me financially or emotionally I want to be able to answer her. Sometimes the smallest token can change their path for the day. I want each of you to pray about this. I am asking for at least 2 people from very state to have a fundraiser for Cindy's Hope Chest. It can be anything you want. It can be as big or little as you want. It can be a car wash, bake sale, donation jar or a lemonade stand. You can be as creative as you want. I will help an any way that you need. If you have any questions let me know. Oct is breast cancer awareness month so people love to donate during this month. I want CHC to make a difference on the map! Get with your church, bible study, clubs, girls night out group. Remember I am a nonprofit organization so everything that is raise goes back out to a beautiful women that wants to be the next SURVIVOR! I am going to start announcing the states as you email me. Represent your state:) Thanks for all you do!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

PS- I did it! I cant believe it but I did! A tattoo:) I will post a picture after 5 people sign up to fund raise for CHC. Promise it is awesome. I am so excited to show you and I will give you the ouch ouch details:) I'm bad:)

Sorry.....

2010-09-11T14:11:00.000-07:00

Sorry I did not get to get to a computer until now. We are at the beach on a marriage retreat with the Army. I am on the hotel computer. I will post tomorrow night my challenge sorry again.

I have been working with a company in Indian Trail EmboridMe and they emailed me a bunch of logos. I am hoping pick one soon. I have been looking at them and I just can't decide yet. Any ideas?

Also I have been having an itch to get a tattoo. I know so not me. Don't get me wrong I think some are beautiful. You know how much I love the blue butterfly. So who knows maybe tonight???? Ya never know:) I'm such a baby though.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Does anyone know what October is?

2010-09-08T18:20:00.000-07:00

Is everyone ready? I have a challenge for you. On Friday I will make an announcement. Please tune back in on Friday. See you soon:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Eat Yoplait....my girls did:) "Save Lids to Save Lives"

2010-09-07T17:52:00.000-07:00

The girls had so much fun. Yoplait has been wonderful to Cindy's Hope Chest! Don't forget to buy your yogurt and turn in your lids!!! It saves lives:) If you have any questions let me know.

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Alexa's bracelets gone HOLLYWOOD

2010-09-03T15:46:00.000-07:00

OK most of you know about Alexa's bracelets. Her dream was to get one person in every state to wear one to remember to pray for me. So as people request them we send them out. So if you want one please send your order to cindyshopechest@hotmail.com. This picture was taking after the girls did their Yoplait commercial (which is running on Lifetime). To see the crew of guys wearing my bracelets was so overwhelming. Look how happy Alexa is here:) Thanks for praying for me. Thanks for sticking with me. FIGHTING LIKE A GIRL....Cindy

Catch up time! What did you think about Army Wives?

2010-09-02T08:06:00.000-07:00

Roxy and me:) What an amazing day filming with her. Who knew the show I was watching durning my treatments....that I would get to be a part of. Savannah and Madison......hmmmmm hope they are not letting it get to their heads:) Roxy was wonderful with the girls.

The crew who treated me like a movie star!

I just love this. She pulled Alexa over and said they needed a blonde monent.

What a wonderful surprise for Cindy's Hope Chest......thanks for all your support and prayers.

Summer is over and school is back in:) What has The Summers' Family been up to? Well for the next few weeks I will be blogging daily. I hope you enjoy.

Cindy's Hope Chest www.cindyshopechest.org

2010-09-01T14:59:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaH9HLO_r5M

Here is my check Thank you Lifetime, Yoplait and The Army Wives Show!

2010-08-27T17:35:00.001-07:00

I am still processing everything. I have so much to share with you. My entire Summer was amazing. I will start posting a little every day. Thank you for your support!!!

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Lifetime Gives Back- Cindy's Hope Chest

2010-08-22T22:34:00.000-07:00

2 years ago today changed my path forever

2010-08-20T10:27:00.000-07:00

3 days Lifetime Gives Back

2010-08-19T20:18:00.000-07:00

Super Excited!
www.cindyshopechest.org

BBQ BENEFIT
AUG 22ND
4-7PM
Bent Creek Clubhouse
$6.50 includes BBQ plate and raffle ticket

Come celebrate with us or to go orders

Cindy's Hope Chest is the Lifetime Gives Back Recipient
The Army Wives show will air at 10pm on the 22nd

**All proceeds will go to helping women who are currently battling breast cancer
Purchase your ticket now:)

Thanks for your support
Cindy

The finale of Army Wives 4 days to go

2010-08-18T21:12:00.000-07:00

Are you getting excited?????? Ha me of course. Collecting donations for my raffles and silent auctions. Anyone out there have any ideas or contacts throw them my way. We are ready to celebrate and raise some money for Cindy's Hope Chest. This women need me and they need me now! If you are local come out and help me make a difference:) If your out of town you can donate on my website or blog. Every $ counts. Thanks so much for everything.

The countdown is on...........................................

Cindy
fighting like a girl

6 days til Cindy's Hope Chest hits Lifetime

2010-08-16T15:32:00.000-07:00

So much to catch up on. I just got my computer back to working mode. So now I can post pictures and catch you up on everything.

She speaks.....amazing.......meeting blog friends. I can not wait to share with you.

Monday's are Operation get into shape (for me kick that cancers butt) down 10lbs!!!! I will get better and get your info out that you have been sharing.

My newest friend...... www.chicabands.com

Check out her website. So many of you are runners and this is a must!!! Tell her Cindy's Hope Chest sent you over:) Let me know what you think. I believe that will be my next giveaway!!!

Working hard to come up with some great raffles and silent auctions for the benefit on Sunday. We are celebrating Lifetime Gives Back.

Woohooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Don't forget to become a fan of Cindy's Hope Chest on facebook (help me get the word out so I can continue to help others)

My little girl is 14yrs old today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-08-14T09:36:00.000-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEXA

THANKING GOD FOR ALLOWING ME TO BE HER MOM

CINDY

FIGHTING LIKE A GIRL

It's what we have been waiting for.........

2010-08-10T08:27:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone......I have so wanted to tell you all everything but I have been waiting. Cindy's Hope Chest has had the amazing opportunity to share what we are all about on the Army Wives Show. If you are local we would love to have you come celebrate or if you are a reader from a far and would like to help with donations for our raffles that would be awesome. Everything little bit helps. It puts a smile on a face of women needing our help.
BBQ BENEFIT
AUG 22ND
4-7PM
Bent Creek Clubhouse
$6.50 includes BBQ plate and raffle ticket

Come celebrate with us or to go orders

Cindy's Hope Chest is the Lifetime Gives Back Recipient
The show will air at 10pm on the 22nd

**All proceeds will go to helping women who are currently battling breast cancer
Purchase your ticket now:)

Thanks for your support
Cindy
www.cindyshopechest.org

12 days til show time

fighting like a girl

Cindy

army wives

2010-07-25T18:26:00.000-07:00

so tonight i am excited to watch the next episode. As soon as I can I will share all of the details. Have you ever been about to bust because you have exciting news??? Well I am there! I love this so much. Roxy oh my she is super sweet in person. She is down to earth and super cute too. Aug is right around the corner. I am waiting on the finale date.

Off to watch now:)

Cindy

fighting like a girl

VBS

2010-07-23T09:40:00.000-07:00

Tonight is the last night of VBS for Cindy's Hope Chest. It has been super fun. I was asked and gladly accepted to be the mission project for a local church here. (FUMC) I have been working with kids from 5-11. The first night we spoke about cancer in kiddy lango. Sick and sad cells and so on. Some of their responses were so sweet. We made bookmarks for newly diagnosed patients and then the second night we made cards of encouragement. It was great. I know they are going to love them. I think my highlight so far was when one of the young boys handed me his bookmark and I was looking at it. I was saying awwww I love it and then I read R.I.P......Oh......ohhhhhh why thank you it looks great. So now I know that I am going to have to review them all. We never talked about dying. Ouch that sure struck home. Here I am trying to encourage these women with positive things and that in reality is this could be reality. Anyway it just shows how sweet and innocent these kids are. Tonight I am excited because we are going to finish with bags that I had embroidered. Pictures tomorrow:)

Thanks for helping CHC

Cindy
fighting like a girl

coming army wives show and she speaks.....so ready about to pop

tupperware.....eco friendly

2010-07-20T17:53:00.001-07:00

So this totally cool. You can now order and have Tupperware delivered to you. No hassles of joining to sell and no long parties to attend!!!!HA love it!

The girls are doing a fundraiser for the next few weeks. Take a look:) Online specials only...you cant find them in the regular book. Hope you will take a look and please fw it on.

Kids lunch box
water bottles
eco eco eco......

http://order.tupperware.com/pls/htprod_www/!twx$eparty_ctl.p_guest_welcome?pv_eparty=b6d8774624002ae643e55e734d13c16c

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Operation Monday- kick that cancers butt!

2010-07-19T13:13:00.000-07:00

OK so you know I am starting to feel more like myself. Life is starting to get back to normal. The one thing I want to concentrate on is getting the healthy me back and kick that cancers butt. So what better way to do it but to put it out there and you help me get on track and hold me accountable. So every Monday I will report to you and tell you how I did for the week. Since there are many followers that are battling also it will be great to help them with healthy ideas and tips on good exercises and DVDs etc. So I'm excited!!!! I hope you are in and you are ready to help me get the healthy me back.

Today we are going to talk a little about acid vs alkaline. I have heard so much stuff while I was going through my treatments. One of the things was eating more alkaline foods then acid. Does it help? Can cancer live in a more balanced level? Not sure of all the facts but I try to lean more to eating alkaline foods. Here is a list:

Alkaline Vegetables
AsparagusArtichokesCabbageLettuceOnionCauliflowerRadishSwedeLambs LettucePeasCourgetteRed CabbageLeeksWatercressSpinachTurnipChivesCarrotGreen BeansBeetrootGarlicCeleryGrasses (wheat, straw, barley, dog, kamut etc.)CucumberBroccoliKaleBrussels Sprouts

Le3t me know what you think??? I would love to post healthy snacks, recipes and tips on Mondays. So please send them and I will post where they came from if you wish. So good luck to any and everyone that wants to join in. I have a long way to go but I am on my way to the new healthy me:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Charleston Day 2

2010-07-14T12:55:00.000-07:00

First of all I know that I have lost a few followers. There is only a limited amount that I can say right now. I am super excited to share my time in Charleston. If you just hold on a little bit it will be worth it. It was an amazing time and I am so thankful to have been nominated for the Lifetime Gives Back. Here are some more pictures of this awesome city.

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Day one in Charleston......why have we not been before?

2010-07-11T19:25:00.000-07:00

AMAZING

2010-07-03T08:07:00.001-07:00

NOT MUCH I CAN SAY RIGHT NOW.......

IT'S GOOD

ITS AWESOME..........

ITS AMAZING

ITS ONCE IN A LIFE TIME..........

STAY TUNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

facebook

2010-07-01T05:38:00.000-07:00

Good Morning......I will be updating through the day!! I am so excited but feeling not so good. I have a headache and feel kinda off. Please pray for me to feel better. Also Praise God for getting me this far. This is all tons of fun but with that said I just want to continue being healed and help others.

It is easier for me to update on facebook.....you can become a fan of Cindys Hope Chest or if you want to look me up Cindy Martin Summers......please let me know you are from Army Brats and Me:) Hope you become a fan!!!

Taking the girls to the beach this morning!!!!!

Pray pray pray

Lord thank you for being number one. Heal my body and your NAME AMEN!!!

Army Wives......YAY!!!

Love
Cindy
fighting like a girl

Hey, it's Mike........

2010-06-30T20:00:00.000-07:00

Cindy and the girls are sleeping and getting some well needed rest. I'm of course up and ready to roll. I'm super excited about this next couple of days I can't stand it!!!!!!!! Whatever the outcome is, the fact that we are here is exciting. I want to take this moment to thank SOOOOOO many people for being there when my family needed you and also the support you have given Cindy with Cindy's Hope Chest. Although this past 22 months have been difficult, they have happened for a reason. Here's a couple of examples, Cindy has found a new found strength within herself that can and will conquer all!!!!!!!!!! Our family has grown closer and are more understanding to the needs of others. Cindy's Hope Chest, which will grow and help people in need. The Army moved us back to Charlotte in order for us to be close to family for support, with this move I have gotten to know my niece and nephew more than I would have ever had the chance. (living under the same roof) you get pretty close. you can just call us the NUTTY NINE! Any way the list goes on and on. We would love to sell our home in Greenville so we can purchase our retirement home but the day we pack up and move out will be sad for me. I actually enjoy the nutty nine! well, a busy next couple of days so i'd better get some sleep to so I'm not a zomby in the AM. AGAIN thanks to all who follow and support Cindy.... you all are special to me too!!!

2010-06-30T15:49:00.000-07:00

******We are here!! They have checked us in and Mike, the girls and I have been exploring Charleston this afternoon:) Pictures coming.........

Cindy
fighting like a girl.....feeling excited

Not sure what I can say???? Thank you

2010-06-30T05:40:00.000-07:00

I am super excited!! I am packed and getting ready to leave. You all know that I am a finalist for the Army wives show. I will be meeting ???? today and meeting ???? tomorrow. I do not know much. Thanks to everyone who nominated me:) Wish me luck......

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Army Wives.....who is your favorite?

2010-06-24T06:05:00.001-07:00

I am a super fan of this show. I use to drag my husband in to watch it on Sundays while I was going through treatments. He would watch it with me but was not into all the drama like I was. So most of you know that I am in a contest. Thanks to all who nominated me. I am very excited, nervous and waiting to hear right now. I love that you all are supporting me and Cindy's Hope Chest. Being an Army wife is tough enough and adding a terrible disease like cancer just does not seem fair sometimes. But I am fighting like a girl! My husband and girls are strong when I am weak. I am looking forward to seeing how this works out. Good Luck to the other women. This could be big for Cindy's Hope Chest. Helping others is my passion. So do you like the Army Wives show? What is your favorite scene? Who is you favorite wife? Leave a comment...you never know who is reading this post:) Pamela.....what do you think about her? She tells it like it is.

Joan.....having a rough time right now.....Whats your thoughts on her?

Roxy....crazy and wild and full of life.....do you think she is gonna have a baby?

Denise.....what do you think about her? Her husband? Having a baby?

Claudia Joy....boy did I cry when she lost her daughter.....how do you think she is handling her life?

I love them all.....so who is your favorite? I might be meeting one or some of them!!!!

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Room makeover....Big Reveal

2010-06-23T05:19:00.000-07:00

Sorry I have been w/o my computer for a few days. Here is the playroom before. Nicki came in and after 3 days of hard work and eye for what works and a fast shopper on a budget. This is what she left my sister with.....

You can check out the break down of how much Nicki spent and where she found them. Thanks and let me know what you think!

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Happy Anniversary Mr. Army Soldier

2010-06-18T06:00:00.000-07:00

Are you kidding me....16 years today I married my soldier. I'll never forget. This Miami girl says "I Do" to a Hot SPC in the Army!! We went to Mexico for a week and off he went.....being married for just a few weeks and being separated for about a year. It was tough. I was 24 but I was ready. So the adventure begins. In 16 years I have lived in so many places I have lost count. It has been fun. Just when I get bored with my house I get to pick the next one out. So when we get to our last one I will know exactly what I want:) I'll just have to remember I cant change my mind in 2 or 3 years. HA! Of course my three highlights.....my girls. We were stationed at Bragg for a weekend when I found out I was having Baby #1. I was so excited. Womack was my first experience. I was not sure what to expect but I had my little baby girl in a big Army Hospital. Check out time came and they asked me if we wanted to make payments??? OK well how much??? It was for my meals for a few days. It was like $20.....really??? We proudly said no thanks we will pay in full. Score!! Army blessing #1! I wont ramble on too much. I had Army blessing #2 and #3 in a Civilian Hospital at the same duty place. We were doing good every 2 yrs I was adding to our little Army family. Life was good. Until the first time he left baby #3 was only a few months old. So I had a 4, 2 and 3 month old. That's when I knew I could do about anything. As the years have gone by moving and taking care of our little family got easier. It has been fun. I know that my girls are flexible. They change schools, make new friends (and keep the old) and adjust well. As we are approaching retirement years (in the Army you are old around 38 haha). We did not have in our plan.... Blessing #4 my insurance that my husband works so hard for. I never thought much about it and sometimes I would get mad if they did not pay right or I could not go where I picked first. It did not click until they told me I had breast cancer. Chemo 12,000 each time.....so much more I don't even want to get started. So thankful for the Army!!! It is a benefit that you will not hear me complain about. And Blessing # 5....that's you baby! My soldier who I have taken care of and our girls no matter where he has gone. I love being an ARMY WIFE. You've done a fabulous job the last 2yrs being a soldier, dad and husband to tough cookie fighting an ugly disease. Thank you for feeding me breakfast when I could hardly pick my head up. Thank you for washing my bald head when I could hardly look in the mirror. Thank you for holding it together when the Dr's gave us results after results. Thank you for loving me for better or worse and in sickness and in health. I LOVE YOU....Yay for 16 yrs! Meet my Army soldier...

Room Makeover by Nicki

2010-06-17T08:39:00.000-07:00

This is my friend Nicki.

She has been super sweet to take on this challenge. My sister was ready to makeover her playroom that we all dread entering as Moms to a sheek family room on a budget. So Nicki jumped on it and has been coming over this week making her plans. I must say so far I'm impressed. The best part about the visits are I get to spend time with her. She is a beautiful girl of God. She shines when she enters the room. So this is a win win for me. Check out the room before......

Do you think it need Nicki???? Now here is what has happened after 2 days..........

I love it and what is most important is my sister and her husband. THEY LOVE IT!

You can pop over to Nicki's blog for her upcoming days changing this blah playroom into a room that I (oops my sister I mean ;) )want to spend a lot of time enjoying. http://threegirlygirlz.blogspot.com

Until tomorrow

Cindy

fighting like a girl

Rineyville KY

2010-06-16T12:22:00.000-07:00

This is Mike, Would love to know whos in Rineyville KY????? I have friends that are stationed at FT Knox. Please leave a comment... Thanks!

Visit from my (blog) friend Nicki from three girly girls

2010-06-14T19:06:00.000-07:00

Ha I am having so much fun. Summer!! It has been a busy few weeks. The Sunset Club benefit was a huge success and now I am back to catching up with all Cindy's Hope Chest friends. It seems like everyday I meet someone new. I know how they feel. So many emotions. I am working on a few things for some women. Baskets, meals and gc from some different places. Everyone has a different need. I love surprising them. I love seeing the look on their faces when CHC can help them with a need. I know when I was going through treatments the smallest thing have me hope.

So last week I was talking to my girlfriend about doing some home improvements at my sisters house. She has been sweet to let me stay here while I am trying to sell my house. She went crazy with excitement. So today she was here with a rug and paint colors. So it is on..... Nicki has a budget of 500. So we will see. She will be back tomorrow to paint! Check out her blog. It is on my sidebar. Maybe tomorrow she can show me how to link stuff. Love ya Nicki

I need some suggestions on what I call the women I'm helping? Friends, patients, recipients, clients?? What do you think?

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Pray for my house to sell......I need to move

1st day of Summer break

2010-06-11T15:59:00.000-07:00

I loved today....no getting up early, no making lunches, no school. This is the first day in a while that I did not do much. It was wonderful. Savannah is off on her 5th grade graduation adventure with my Mom. She is having a blast. The other two hit the pool and did some chores. Which gave me some time to reflect on everything that is going on. I definitely am looking forward to having more days like this. This Summer I am going to start spending more time taking care of me. Things I want to get in to:

So need to get into an exercise routine. Having gone through chemo and radiation it sure takes a toll on your body.

Spend more time doing things that I really want to do or go see. Not just say I am.

Blogging more and catching up on others. You all were very good to me. I love seeing what everyone is up to.

Spend more time one on one praying....quiet time gives me a kick start to my day.

My girls.....just love listening

Watching my soldier love serving his country and thank him more

I could go on and on.....I just think this Summer is going to be great.

My 1st day of Summer break was refreshing:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Loved visiting Dover at their cookout- thanks again for your donation of 825!!

SAvannah's Graduation, Lifetime Army Wives and Cindy's Hope Chest

2010-06-09T10:07:00.000-07:00

Last night was so sweet my little Savannah had her 5th grade graduation. I can not believe that she is going into middle school. Headache city thinking about it. She look so gorgeous. I will have pictures later tonight.

The benefit was wonderful. I want to thank everyone for donating food, door prizes and raffles. It was amazing. I have not come off that high yet. Seeing people love Cindy's Hope Chest gives me the strength to continue on. I love what I am doing. I would love to hear from some of my blog friends that have been following for a while to see what they think. I found about cancer in 8-08 and now it is 6-10 and I have CHC....I have had 4 events......and I have over 5000. It is overwhelming. I keep saying this is my first year and I can not wait until next. God is good.

Lifetime.....it has been exciting, stressful and emotion all in one. Thank you to all who have nominated me. I know where it started at but I have know idea where it has gone. So know that I am thankful. I will blog about more details tomorrow. I hope you are excited. I am!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Celebration last night

2010-06-06T12:09:00.000-07:00

This is Mike, Thanks for all the support with Cindy's Hope Chest 1st annual Summer Celebration. It was a great success and we had loads of fun putting it together. So many people came together to make it what it was. We will post later to thank and recognize all the company's that supported this event. Thanks Jon for all your efforts as the Host of the event! You did a great job!!.. start getting ready for the 2nd annual because you are tagged for that one too!!!! Cover charge and raffles totaled $2,080 and Dover Mortgage also presented a check for $825.00 for a total of $2,905!!!!!!!!!! Great job to all and thanks for all the continued support.
Please let Cindy know if you have friends or family that are battling breast cancer so we can reach out to them.

Lifetime called me from Army Wives:) grab my button and start following too

2010-06-02T12:24:00.000-07:00

I will update later tonight. If you are not a follower you might want to follow. This is going to be exciting. Another giveaway will be coming up:)

Thanks to my winner last month!!!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

They called and Im super nervous

2010-06-01T10:31:00.000-07:00

Calling All Army Wives: Help Us Advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness | myLifetime.com

2010-05-30T12:20:00.000-07:00

Calling All Army Wives: Help Us Advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness myLifetime.com

They are looking for a real life Army Wife helping others fight like a girl

Check this out!!! This will be so good for Cindy's Hope Chest. It will just take a minute to email above about me. Here is my info:) Please and thanks

fighting like a girl

Cindy Summers
http://armygirlsx4.blogspot.com
www.cindyshopechest.org
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7042771489

Doctors.....3months

2010-05-26T09:48:00.000-07:00

So yesterday my oncologist had an allergic reaction to Gogi berries. One of her patients gave her some and she ate a handful and she ended up in the infusion room right along side of the cancer patients. Well my apt was canceled obviously. I was like what!! Like I am the only the matters... of course not:) I am happy to say she is better today and I was able to see her this morning. It is amazing how nervous and sick I feel a week leading up to this day. Will I always feel this way??? I think I will. How do I go from believing that I am going to be OK to feeling scared and uncertain. I feel guilty when I have any doubt. I love helping others and want them to be positive and fight like a girl and then I fall apart for one apt. Goodness!! I just have to continue to pray for guidance and peace. Pray pray pray:)

Update: My labs came back good. She said a little low on calcium so I need to start dealing with that. My scan from last she explained a few things with that. Cysts and a kidney stone but nothing else. She was pleased. She talked about medicines for the next 10 yrs. WOW! She says I need this protection because I am a high risk for recurrence. That is all I need to hear to whack me out for a while. What if what if???? I will see her again in 3months.

So glad Summer is almost here. The girls have had some incredible teachers this year. I need to decide what to do. I just want to enjoy every moment I can. Thanks for listening.

I need to sell my house......pray for my house.....whats up with that?

Car wash this sat from 8-3 on Independence.

If you have a business and would like to donate items for a raffle on the 5th of June let me know. Big or small it is all needed!!! Thanks for your support.

Cindy
fighting like a girl-i really hate cancer:(

Fundraiser June 5......

2010-05-25T08:41:00.000-07:00

8th grade formal....Alexa and her friend

2010-05-24T08:08:00.000-07:00

Here are a few of Alexa's pictures getting ready to leave. It is just 8th grade right??? Well for me it was special. Every moment I get to spend with the girls is a grateful moment for me:)

Cindy

fighting like a girl

pray for my apt tomorrow-test results for my next 3months.

Happy Mothers Day

2010-05-09T18:03:00.000-07:00

Ha what a week....Alexa's 8th grade formal, Madison went to camp for 3days with her school, Savannah had cheer tryouts for middle school and Relay for Life. It has been a crazy week! I can not wait to share all the news and pictures.

Happy Mothers Day to everyone! It is a job that is rewarding and I am so blessed to have the 3 sweetest daughters in the world.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

WINNER

2010-05-03T19:46:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all that entered my giveaway. I will do another one in a month:) First of all I want to apologize for taking longer to announce than I normally do. I was reading a post that was very sad about a week ago and I have been following her for awhile. She has been through a lot and it seems to just be getting harder. Anyway it really messed with me so I turned my computer off and have not blogged at all. Sorry again!

Now back to the winner: BIRDIE- Yay!!!!!!!!

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Woohoo I am 40! Lets Celebrate with a $40.00 Giveaway!!!!

2010-04-20T16:47:00.000-07:00

This day is so exciting for me and my family. I never thought I would be so happy to turn 40. It has been a wonderful day. I woke to get ready to work. Most people want off for their birthday but not me. I want to work and live and enjoy life. I love subbing at the girls school. As I was walking out to my car this morning. The windshield was covered with birthday wishes. I would have taken a picture when I got off but it rained! Ha! When I got to school some of the teachers were waiting to wish me a Happy Birthday. It was very sweet. I will share my birthday gifts tomorrow. Thank you thank you thank you. I am Praising God for getting me this far. Can you tell how excited I am????? So are you ready? Lets CELEBRATE:) Please help me help other fight like a girl.

Here are the rules:

Starts-April 20
Ends- April 27

You have one week to get your entries in:)

1 entry for leaving a comment or fundraiser idea
2 entries if a person says they came from your blog
3 entries if you visit www.cindyshopechst.org and find the secret code and email to cindyshopechest@hotmail.com
4 entries if you become or already a follower
5 entries if you make a $5 donation (you can click on from my blog)
6 entries add Army Brats and Me to your blog roll or you already have
7 entries blog about my giveaway
10 entries if you grab my button and add to your blog or you already have

You have 38 entries if you do them all! Don't be shy. The winner gets $40.00. Plus there will be more giveways to come. Please let me know what you have done so I can check it out. Thanks so much and good luck.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

pray for my house too

Almost Giveaway Time:)

2010-04-19T06:03:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow is the day. Just last year I did not think I would even be here to have a giveaway. It is exciting, emotional and very special to be able to celebrate with everyone how wonderful life is. Every morning and every night I thank God for giving me another day. So much has happened and I have learned so much. I am doing all things through Him.

I am excited about my giveaway. First of all it super fun. Who wouldn't want extra $40 to spend. Second reason I get to meet new people in the blog world. Last reason is promote my business. The more people you tell the more women I can help. I need your help to get Cindy's Hope Chest out and people visiting my website.

Thank you for continuing to pray for my house. I am excited to see what happens this week. Off to decide what I am going to sign up for at the She Speaks Conference.

Cindy
fighting like a girl

April 20- giveaway

My house showing

2010-04-18T09:12:00.000-07:00

So they loved the house. Check first step. They are paying to have the house appraised on Monday. OK so that is a step we have not done with anyone yet! Check second step. Now we have to pray that the house will appraise for what we need to. looking for check number three. Thanks for praying for us this weekend. Bring it on and keep praying!!!!

Tuesday is the beginning of my giveaway. Lets celebrate:)

Cindy
fighting like a girl

Savannah is doing much better-thanks for praying for her.

Pray

2010-04-16T05:52:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone ok I sooooo need some heavy praying. I am fine and the family is fine too!! WE are showing the house on Sat!! WE have not had a call in so long. So I figured if I had tons and tons praying for my house to sell that would be great. I really want the girls to have a place in Charlotte to call home and give them some stability. My family has been very generous but I know they need some family time too. So Pray pray.

Love
Cindy
fighting like a girl

Cindy Hope Chest Fundraisers

2010-04-15T16:31:00.000-07:00

This Sat at Lake Park- Yard Sale at the Church and Donut Sales....All my local friends hope you stop by:)