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Wednesday, October 1, 2008

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Squidoo (an online group that raises tons of money for charities) is giving $80,000 to the charities of your choice. Basically, anyone who wants to participate can vote for one charity (from a list of about 50...don't vote more than once or all your votes will be deleted)...Squidoo will donate $2/vote. You don't even have to sign up for anything!

There are two charities on the list that we are very passionate about: The March of Dimes (currently having received 18.2% of the votes) and The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (currently having received 1.8% of the votes). Feel free to CLICK HERE and vote for any charity you believe could use $2...OR, choose one of the two charities I mentioned above! You have until October 15 to vote!

Let us know if you participate, and which organization got your vote (even if it's not one of our favorites, it's all good!)!

Thanks!

Nate
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120 comments:

  1. CFHusbandOctober 1, 2008 at 3:38 PM

    I voted for the LLS, since they were way behind the MoD!

    Nate

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  2. ChristyOctober 1, 2008 at 3:42 PM

    I voted for the LLS also. What a great idea and how generous!!!!!!!!!!

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  3. THE LYONS FAMILY!October 1, 2008 at 3:46 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes being a preemie Mom. Thanks for the post! I'm going to go post it on my Blog now too.

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  4. Dawn McKinstryOctober 1, 2008 at 3:50 PM

    I voted for the Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation since cancer has had a big impact on my family.

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  5. CarinaOctober 1, 2008 at 3:50 PM

    As my dad died of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma at the age of 54 and my cousin died of AML at the age of nine, my vote was obviously for the LLS!

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  6. JenOctober 1, 2008 at 3:52 PM

    I voted for MOD.

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  7. BrianaOctober 1, 2008 at 3:53 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  8. bethanyOctober 1, 2008 at 3:56 PM

    I voted for the LLS, as one of my good friends from college died from lymphoma in her early 20s.

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  9. StacyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:00 PM

    I voted for the March of Dimes because my little brother was a preemie and never would have made it without them.

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  10. JenniferOctober 1, 2008 at 4:01 PM

    I voted for MOD. Being the mom of triplet boys who is familiar with preemies they were my preference. If not for all of their hard work I might not have 3 PERFECTLY HEALTHY 2 1/2 year old running around my house.

    http://thelawrencetriplets.blogspot.com/

    Jennifer

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  11. KimberlyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:01 PM

    LLS and also put a post on my own blog - not that many will see it, but every 1 helps!

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  12. SarahOctober 1, 2008 at 4:04 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes. My son was just 4 weeks early, but the NICU team was in there for his delivery. But I have friends who have had preemies too.

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  13. NoraOctober 1, 2008 at 4:06 PM

    I voted for the Preeclampsia Foundation (society? can't remember). I had Preeclampsia with both of my kids and my son was born 4 weeks early as a result. I've known a few women who had to deliver up to 8 weeks early due to this condition. It's scary and there's certainly not enough research as to what causes it. Thanks for sharing this with us!!!!

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  14. AnonymousOctober 1, 2008 at 4:11 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes... A great idea although I wish that there had been a few charities for other things as well...CF , MS , ALS.Thanks for sharing the link with us .

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  15. JudyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:12 PM

    I voted for LLS..

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  16. Jennifer BurgettOctober 1, 2008 at 4:14 PM

    March of Dimes got my vote!

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  17. LNOctober 1, 2008 at 4:17 PM

    I voted for LLS. My SO is battling Non-Hodgkins, B-cell Lymphoma; he underwent CHOP+R followed by radiation tx in 2007. He's one-year cancer free at this point....also posted it on my blog

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  18. KimberlyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:19 PM

    I voted for LLS, having been helped by them recently while battling Leukemia myself.

    Thanks for pssting this great cause!

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  19. JudyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:21 PM

    another reason for LLS...Libby is 4 and has leukemia http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/libbyjamison

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  20. All Things BDOctober 1, 2008 at 4:22 PM

    I voted for the Salvation Army. Thanks for sharing this!

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  21. MelodyOctober 1, 2008 at 4:22 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  22. JenniferOctober 1, 2008 at 4:27 PM

    I voted for LLS!

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  23. CarolOctober 1, 2008 at 4:41 PM

    I voted for the LLS--in honor of Tricia. I probably would have selfish and voted for a breast cancer organization if I had seen one since I am proud to be a 7 month survivor right now!

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  24. JenniferOctober 1, 2008 at 4:45 PM

    Polly Klass Foundation got my vote. I was going to go with Cancer Research, but I saw Polly's name and changed it.

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  25. megasamOctober 1, 2008 at 4:45 PM

    I voted for the LLS because my cousin died from AML and my grandma just fought lymphoma.

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  26. FarrahOctober 1, 2008 at 4:46 PM

    I voted for Save the Children..

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  27. UnknownOctober 1, 2008 at 4:56 PM

    I voted LLS in memory of my cousin!

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  28. LaurieOctober 1, 2008 at 5:00 PM

    I voted for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, mostly because my father-in-law was just diagnose with Mantel Cell Lymphoma stage B and his in not curable.
    Thanks for sharing this with us!

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  29. HilliardOctober 1, 2008 at 5:02 PM

    I voted for Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund since my 11 yr. old nephew has it.

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  30. ZazFamilyOctober 1, 2008 at 5:10 PM

    voted for leukemia and lymphoma. we did the light the night walk last weekend at angels stadium of anaheim for leukemia and lymphoma, in memory of my mom, and your brother in law.

    richard and family

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  31. The NannyOctober 1, 2008 at 5:11 PM

    LLS :-)

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  32. TamaraOctober 1, 2008 at 5:17 PM

    I voted for Hope for Haiti because of the Real Hope For Haiti Rescue Center in Cazale, Haiti. Thanks for sharing this info!

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  33. HopeOctober 1, 2008 at 5:18 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes. I will say I was disappointed that the Childhood Cancer Association wasn't on the list. I am a Neuroblastoma stage IV survivor and the treatments I had effect my children. With that being said, March of Dimes is another one that hits close to home. Thank you for spreading the word on this:)You're very sweet.

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  34. UnknownOctober 1, 2008 at 5:36 PM

    I voted but I voted for the JDRF as I am a type 1 diabetic.

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  35. Kim BOctober 1, 2008 at 5:42 PM

    I voted for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in honor of my dad fighting Mantle Cell Lymphoma right now.
    Thanks for bringing this opportunity to our attention!!

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  36. Mercy's MaidOctober 1, 2008 at 6:00 PM

    Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I blogged about it too. What a great thing!

    I voted for Blood: Water Mission. They dig wells in Africa so people can have clean water.

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  37. DayleOctober 1, 2008 at 6:03 PM

    March of Dimes here

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  38. AmyOctober 1, 2008 at 6:08 PM

    I voted for the LLS as my hubby is fighting leukemia!

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  39. bearie1October 1, 2008 at 6:08 PM

    So many deserving organizations. But, since our family was hit with both leukemia (3 year old great-neice) and lymphoma (my 84 year old mother) in 2007 the choice was easy for me.

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  40. ~*~Bre~*~October 1, 2008 at 6:11 PM

    MoD was my choice... anything to help babies is an awesome thing, in my opinion! <3

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  41. Shawna BarletteOctober 1, 2008 at 6:18 PM

    March of Dimes. They paid my entire hospital bill in 1973 when my daughter was born prematurely, and I had no job or income. I remember crying in the finance office, and the lady reached her hand over the counter to hold my hand, and told me about March of Dimes. The only thing they asked of me was $10 a month for 10 months. $100 for a $100,000 bill. I've spent the rest of my life trying to pay them back with donations and participation in their events. Great, great organization.

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  42. karenOctober 1, 2008 at 6:20 PM

    my vote was for the march of Dimes
    i have a child with special needs.
    i wish they had the Ronald Mcdonald house on there thats a great place i have spent 2 moths there while my baby was in the hospial.

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  43. JWOctober 1, 2008 at 6:26 PM

    Thanks for posting! Voted for the LLS, now up to 2.7% of votes.

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  44. MahoneyMusingsOctober 1, 2008 at 6:28 PM

    I voted for Cancer Research and Prevention as my Mom is fighting breast cancer.

    Thanks for sharing the link!

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  45. JackOctober 1, 2008 at 6:34 PM

    I voted for the LLS, my dad passed away from Non Hodgkins 7 years ago and we are passionate about raising money. Thanks for sharing!

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  46. UnknownOctober 1, 2008 at 6:46 PM

    I voted for LLS.

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  47. UnknownOctober 1, 2008 at 6:47 PM

    I voted for LLS! Thanks for sharing this awesome opportunity!

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  48. MaryBethOctober 1, 2008 at 6:47 PM

    Thanks for the heads up. As a mom of 3 premies I placed my vote for MOD. Many of my triplet mom friends benefited greatly from MOD so I know the money is doing good things.

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  49. Autumn DaysOctober 1, 2008 at 6:56 PM

    I voted for LLS. I am headed to a fundraiser for them this weekend.

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  50. AliceOctober 1, 2008 at 6:57 PM

    I voted for Room to Read which helps children in Vietnam. My dad is a Vietnam Vet and I went back with him about 4 years ago and I saw the terrible poverty and effects of the war. As a teacher, education is a big issue with me. I also figured that lots of people would go with big name things and I wanted something smaller to get some money too :)

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  51. Cynthia Jill PhotographyOctober 1, 2008 at 6:59 PM

    Thanks for that link Nate! I voted for the LLS for Tricia, for my friends baby girl with Leukemia and two of my friends fathers. Now I am gonna go eamil the link to everyone in my address book lol

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  52. Pamela @ Frugal Vet TechOctober 1, 2008 at 7:04 PM

    I went for Soldier's Angels. I'm from a military family and have many friends and family members in the military.

    Thanks for sharing the link.

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  53. CaraOctober 1, 2008 at 7:10 PM

    I voted for Soldiers' Angels, since my hubby is deployed. :) Thanks for sharing!

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  54. barbOctober 1, 2008 at 7:22 PM

    lymphoma - my good friend kris is a survivor.

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  55. CaseyOctober 1, 2008 at 7:22 PM

    March of Dimes!

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  56. bome62October 1, 2008 at 7:28 PM

    I voted for the Cancer Research & Prvention. I know several with this awful disease & i have a daughter who had Hodgkins Disease.
    Praying in Missouri
    Bonnie

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  57. bome62October 1, 2008 at 7:28 PM

    I voted for the Cancer Research & Prvention. I know several with this awful disease & i have a daughter who had Hodgkins Disease.
    Praying in Missouri
    Bonnie

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  58. EMGOctober 1, 2008 at 7:29 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  59. BrenOctober 1, 2008 at 7:29 PM

    I voted for LLS, since my mom died from Lymphoma, and my step sister had it also.

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  60. Amy E.October 1, 2008 at 7:57 PM

    Done..voted for March of Dimes!
    Very cool thing they are doing.

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  61. ~j~October 1, 2008 at 7:59 PM

    I voted for LLS!!

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  62. StacemoeOctober 1, 2008 at 7:59 PM

    Thanks for letting us know....I voted for LLS....my dad died from Hodgkins Disease when I was 11....Hope Tricia is feeling better!!!

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  63. GayleOctober 1, 2008 at 8:19 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  64. AnonymousOctober 1, 2008 at 8:19 PM

    I voted for LLS because I follow the Caringbridge sites of several children who have leukemia. Their stories are amazing.

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  65. JeneneOctober 1, 2008 at 8:19 PM

    I voted for the Genocide Intervention Network.

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  66. BSOctober 1, 2008 at 8:31 PM

    I voted for the March of Dimes because I had two preemies (who are now both in their 30's) I could have used their assistance back then.

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  67. LizzeOctober 1, 2008 at 8:35 PM

    I just voted! With two preemies of my own there really was only one way for my heart to go. :)

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  68. DOctober 1, 2008 at 8:48 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes. Being a NICU RN, that seemed like the only real choice! :)

    UNC NICU RN

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  69. EmilyOctober 1, 2008 at 8:58 PM

    I voted for LLS in honor of sweet Tricia! I hope they get a ton of votes!!

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  70. KristinaOctober 1, 2008 at 9:03 PM

    There were so many to choose from, but being a L&D nurse I chose March of Dimes.

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  71. Nascar88_20October 1, 2008 at 9:25 PM

    I voted for LLS - I started donating to them after meeting my first "internet cancer kid", Ally Scott.

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  72. ChrissyOctober 1, 2008 at 9:25 PM

    March of Dimes

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  73. Ornberg ClanOctober 1, 2008 at 9:50 PM

    I voted for LLS since I am a Bone Marrow Transplant nurse.

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  74. AmandaktOctober 1, 2008 at 9:54 PM

    I voted for LLS, in honor of my grandmother.

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  75. LorrieCOctober 1, 2008 at 10:13 PM

    March of Dimes

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  76. MartyOctober 1, 2008 at 10:24 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  77. KathrynOctober 1, 2008 at 10:27 PM

    MOD here

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  78. Fat CowOctober 1, 2008 at 10:38 PM

    I voted for LLS!! You guys are AWESOME!!!

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  79. ShanOctober 1, 2008 at 10:38 PM

    As an Occupational Therapist for Early Intervention I had to go and vote for March of Dimes :)

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  80. Fat CowOctober 1, 2008 at 10:39 PM

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  81. SaraOctober 1, 2008 at 10:40 PM

    thanks for the comment on my blog. i guess the googling does pay off ;-)

    i voted for march of dimes, due to my daughters health issues and what an amazing source of support and guidance they are.

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  82. KerryOctober 1, 2008 at 10:42 PM

    LLS since I already donate for the MoD Walk this year.

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  83. Cassie12October 1, 2008 at 10:44 PM

    I voted for LLS - great organization. First husband had Hodgkins Disease - died as a result of an infection body couldn't fight off - years after he had been in remission.
    Susan

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  84. JenOctober 1, 2008 at 10:56 PM

    March of Dimes got my vote! I'm a mom to almost 7 year old twin girls who are former 26 weekers! If not for the March of Dimes my daughters may not have survived their many long weeks in the NICU.

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  85. AmandaOctober 1, 2008 at 10:56 PM

    I voted for the March of Dimes, but Rabbit Rescue was a close second (kidding).

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  86. RobinOctober 1, 2008 at 11:01 PM

    I voted for March of Dimes! Great Organization. Know them first hand with 2 granddaughters-25wks,4 days and 1 grandson, 32wks and w/the help of research, 39 week full term grandson. We've been walking and raising $ in support since 2003

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  87. Farm Girl in MDOctober 1, 2008 at 11:01 PM

    March of Dimes.

    What a great and generous idea!

    This will definitely go on my blog as well!!

    LT

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  88. TheRagan3October 1, 2008 at 11:17 PM

    being the parent of a preemie myself I had to vote for MOD!
    This is a great website! I posted it on my blog too!

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  89. JaneOctober 1, 2008 at 11:18 PM

    i voted for march of dimes... i have walked many walks for them over the years, starting around 10 years old.
    my dear friends have triplets that are 4 and VERY healthy, thanks to the MoD. my stories go on and on...
    thanks for sharing this with us!

    i'm gonna get Jack to vote in the am. i'm thinking he will vote for the LLS.

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  90. The Beaver BunchOctober 1, 2008 at 11:34 PM

    March of Dimes

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  91. NancyOctober 1, 2008 at 11:46 PM

    As a mother of a preemie, MoD gets my vote! Thanks for the post. I'm headed to post on my blog now!

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  92. Michele and Derek MooreOctober 2, 2008 at 12:12 AM

    I voted for LLS...I will pass this website on!

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  93. StefanieOctober 2, 2008 at 12:19 AM

    I voted for A day of hope.

    Thanks for posting about this!!

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  94. AnonymousOctober 2, 2008 at 12:26 AM

    So many to choose from and only one vote :(

    I voted for March of Dimes as well for my two pumpkins(one born 5 weeks early and the other 3 months early).

    Thanks for sharing this with us!
    Jodi

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  95. StacyOctober 2, 2008 at 12:34 AM

    I voted for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, since the condition affects several people in my family.

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  96. Anne FischerOctober 2, 2008 at 2:45 AM

    I voted for LLS since they were the underdog to March of Dimes. I am also glad to hear that Tricia is feeling better. I pray for you all and check out your blog daily.

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  97. cmsobxOctober 2, 2008 at 5:52 AM

    I voted for Donors Choose. Great organization that coordinates donations between teachers/students and donors.

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  98. RebeccaOctober 2, 2008 at 6:46 AM

    Elisabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

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  99. DonnaOctober 2, 2008 at 6:55 AM

    LLS

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  100. kidsworldOctober 2, 2008 at 7:23 AM

    I've supported LLS in honor of Tric and my sister-in-law newly diagnosed with AML.

    refreshing in ohio

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  101. CareyOctober 2, 2008 at 8:01 AM

    I voted for March of Dimes.

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  102. KatieOctober 2, 2008 at 8:08 AM

    Just wanted to let you know there is a Petition for Preemies on the March of Dimes website. The petition outlines for key actions to reduce the number of preterm births in the United States.

    I believe all the petition does is show your support for the cause of reducing premature births. I thought maybe you and your blog readers would be interested in checking it out.

    The address is: www.marchofdimes.com/petition


    Also, I'm voting for March of Dimes because my niece was a preemie.

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  103. chrisser56October 2, 2008 at 8:08 AM

    I voted for MoD. I am a Mom of triplets born at 31 weeks so it is a charity that is very important to our family. Thanks for passing along this website!

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  104. chrisser56October 2, 2008 at 8:08 AM

    I voted for MoD. I am a Mom of triplets born at 31 weeks so it is a charity that is very important to our family. Thanks for passing along this website!

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  105. Stephanie, Phil, Kayla, Logan & AlexOctober 2, 2008 at 8:42 AM

    I voted for the LLS. As of 8:41 there was already over 22,000 votes. They'll hit hte 40,000 vote mark soon.

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  106. AnonymousOctober 2, 2008 at 8:43 AM

    LLS!

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  107. JenniferOctober 2, 2008 at 8:45 AM

    I voted for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society also since they were way behind the March of Dimes. Thanks for sharing this opportunity!

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  108. JanOctober 2, 2008 at 9:15 AM

    Jan D voted LLS. Thanks too for the blog you do. I check everyday to see how you are.

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  109. Yamma MammaOctober 2, 2008 at 9:23 AM

    March of Dimes got my vote. Thanks for making me aware of this!

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  110. RebeccaOctober 2, 2008 at 9:28 AM

    LLS also. happy to help :)

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  111. UnknownOctober 2, 2008 at 9:47 AM

    I can't find where you click/donate on squidoo? Is there a direct link? Thank you!

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  112. KarenOctober 2, 2008 at 10:16 AM

    I voted for LLS.

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  113. AmyOctober 2, 2008 at 10:40 AM

    I voted for the March of Dimes since I am a Peds/NICU nurse. I am going to post this on my blog as well! Thanks and Happy RE-BIRTHDAY Tricia!!!!! God is great!

    Amy

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  114. learningtoloveagainOctober 2, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    I voted for the March of Dimes in honor of my nine beautiful healthy children.

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  115. ShelleyOctober 2, 2008 at 12:27 PM

    I voted for the Juvenile Diabetes Research as my 10-year-old niece was just diagnosed with JD

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  116. WendyCaroleOctober 2, 2008 at 1:07 PM

    I voted for LLS as my dad died from Leukemia

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  117. D GriffinOctober 2, 2008 at 2:06 PM

    Voted for the LLS - we walk here in Louisville KY on Saturday (10/4) and help to "Light the Night"! Can't wait - my kiddos love it and my son has "walked" every year of his life, 2004 to present. What a great idea - I forwarded the link on to everyone I know!

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  118. NatashaOctober 2, 2008 at 4:42 PM

    Never left a comment here before, but I have been following your story and wanted to let you know that I voted too :) I voted for MOD (my little girl was born 12 weeks early).

    Thanks for the link! I'll post it on my blog too :)

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  119. AmyOctober 4, 2008 at 12:12 AM

    I voted for the leukemia and lymphoma association. Non-hodgekins lymphoma runs very heavily in my husbands family and this is a charity that's very dear to our hearts.

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  120. CatherineOctober 4, 2008 at 12:54 AM

    I voted for the ASPCA. I <3 animals.

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