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FEATURED ITEM! Hopeful Heart
FEATURED ITEM! Angel Wings
NEW PRODUCTS: Yoga Heart and Mini Mods
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FEATURED ITEM
Heart Necklace Hopeful Heart
I designed this piece as a symbol of my gratitude for the caring individuals who have made donations, for the TNT volunteers and staff who pour their heart and soul into the LLS mission, and in honor of all of the individuals battling blood cancers.

The sterling silver heart pendant is hand hammered, oxidized, and gently polished. This rugged finish gives the heart the look of a treasured keepsake that has withstood the test of time. Inspired by those committed to fighting life's seemingly impossible battles, it is the heart that fights and never gives up.

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$65
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GOLD WING NECKLACE Angel Wings
We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can fly only by embracing each other.
-Luciano De Crescenzo

With the support or others, we find the strength to improve ourselves so that we can be of service to those in need. This handmade, 10k gold wing charm set was inspired by that sentiment and the quote above. The two separate wing charms can be worn together or you can keep one and give the other to someone special as a symbol of the strength you give each other. When joined together, the wings form a heart in the center.

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10k Wing Set:
$365
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Interested in a less expensive version in silver? No problem!

Silver Wing Set: $65
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March/2009
Tri FinishLast year I joined The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Team in Training. I set out on a mission to train for an Olympic distance triathlon and raise $4500 to fund research that will ultimately help stop leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma from taking more lives.  Every ten minutes, another child or adult is expected to die from one of these cancers.  Donations made to LLS fund lifesaving research, education, and patient services while providing help and hope to thousands.

After exceeding my fundraising goal last September, I completed The Nation's Triathlon in Washington D.C. along with my sister and teammates in honor of individuals battling blood cancer.  It is difficult to find the words to express the emotional magnitude of this experience. This photo of my sister and I was taken at the finish line captures a moment that I simply can't describe. We made it through months of grueling training and our combined fundraising total was over $10,000. Everyone on the team joined for different reasons and most of us started out as strangers with different motivation and goals.  One of the most extraordinary things about TNT is the fact that this diverse group became united by a distinct physical, emotional, and symbolic journey.  We shared a commitment to fight a seemingly impossible battle, we learned to never give up hope, and above all we realized that with the support of others we can conquer just about anything.

I want cancer patients and their families to know that my commitment to the cause did not stop at the finish line in Washington D.C. last September.  I have joined TNT for another season and have also volunteered to be a Team Mentor. As a Mentor I am providing support to my teammates by helping them reach their personal fundraising goals.

As part of my personal fundraising efforts, I will be donating 15% of all Mushka online sales made from now until race day (May 3rd, 2009) to LLS. Make a purchase, give a gift or treat yourself, and support an important cause all at the same time. 

My team and I will be completing the Tri-Miami Olympic Distance Triathlon & Duathlon in Key Biscayne, FL. And guess what... it will not end there! In May I will join the TNT Triathlon Team again as an Assistant Coach. GO TEAM!

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NEW PRODUCT

Yoga Heart NecklaceYoga Heart
...because to me it looks like a heart doing yoga... though I know this abstract shape will conjure up all sorts of different and equally bizarre interpretations...
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$85
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NEW PRODUCT
Mini Mod EarringsMini Mod Petal Earrings
The popular Mod Petal design is now available in this adorable mini version. The Mini Mods are 1" long (about half the size of the original) making them perfect for everyday wear.
 
The surface is lightly hammered and brightly polished. This combination gives the Mini Mods a look of natural elegance.  Click here for more images and info. 

$73

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NEW PRODUCT
Mini Mod Necklace Mini Mod Petal Necklace
So cute! Sterling silver Mini Mod Petal Necklace is hammer textured and brightly polished. Light cable chain is sterling silver and available in a variety of lengths. Click here for more info and photos.

$55

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For more information regarding Team in Training and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, please click the links below.  Thank you for your support!

Team in Training

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

To track my training & fundraising progress please visit the link below:

http://pages.teamintraining.org/sfl/miatri09/swilson2df
 
Sincerely,
 
Sarah Wilson
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