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2010-04-29T09:36:00.001-07:00

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Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month

2010-04-29T09:18:00.000-07:00

April is Head & Neck Cancer awareness month. Burgandy is the color used to raise awareness for Head & Neck Cancer. Support the fight with any of our Rhodolite Garnet gemstone jewelry.
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NEW! Beauty Butterfly of Life Pendant

2010-03-02T09:26:00.000-08:00

The Beauty Pendant has the original butterfly silhouette design of the Courage pendant inspired by Rita. This 14kt white gold diamond butterfly pendant hangs from a hidden bail and is accented with a colored gemstone or diamond in the corner of the wing symbolizes the raw beauty and freedom of a butterfly.

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Donations

2010-02-28T09:25:00.000-08:00

The Butterfly of Life® proudly donates 10% of every purchase to cancer research and education. We supports charitable organizations around the country.
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Butterfly of Life

2010-02-21T09:22:00.000-08:00

The mission of The Butterfly of Life® is "To promote cancer awareness and support cancer research and education in efforts for a cure. We are committed to offering fine jewelry that cancer survivors and supporters can personalize and wear to support awareness, education and research. Our purpose is to raise money to support a cancer cure and carry out our designer's vision."

Promoting Cancer Awareness & Education through Jewelry

2010-02-15T08:36:00.000-08:00

The Butterfly of Life® was designed by Rita Willaert, from St. Peter, Minnesota. Willaert worked in sales for over 10 years at an independent jewelry store, Exclusively Diamonds, located in Mankato, Minnesota. Willaert's passion for fine jewelry and drive to promote cancer awareness and education inspired The Butterfly of Life®.
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New Survivor Story

2010-02-08T11:48:00.001-08:00

DONNA'S STORY

In 2007 I was in an airplane accident that saved my life. After being life flighted, they did a CT of the abdomen which showed a 13cm mass on my kidney. Two months later, I had my nephrectomy. Then I started a support group for Renal Cancer patients. And now I am chairman of my community's Relay For Life. I am determined that we will beat cancer!

· Donna Massillon, OH

$2,000 DONATION

2009-10-01T11:43:00.000-07:00

The Butterfly of Life has donated $2,000 to the Andreas Cancer Center in Mankato, Minnesota for cancer research and education. 10% of every Butterfly of Life sale is donated to cancer research and education.

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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

2009-09-04T12:22:00.000-07:00

September is Childhood Cancer awareness month. Gold is the color used to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer. Support the fight with any of our Citrine gemstone jewelry.
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Survivor Stories

2009-07-14T08:54:00.000-07:00

The Butterfly of Life want to hear your story - share your cancer journey as a survivor or support with us.
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Rita's Party

2009-06-16T08:54:00.000-07:00

Last night we honored and remembered Rita by visited her at the cemetary and dinner at one of her favorite restaurants in St. Peter. It was fun to remember and share "Rita stories!" There is an empty spot at the store without her and hard to believe it has been a year without her.

We miss you Rita! - your divas at Exclusively Diamonds

June 12 marks one year, Butterfly of Life lives on as Rita's Legacy

2009-06-12T08:48:00.000-07:00

Today, June 12, is the 1st anniversary of Rita's death. Butterfly of Life® designer, Rita Willaert, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in February 2000. She faced countless chemotherapy treatments, surgeries and fought for a remarkable 8 ½ years. Sadly, Rita passed away on Thursday morning; June 12, 2008 in St. Peter, MN. She was surrounded by her family and close friends. Her spirit lives on through her work and her passion.

Thank you for your support and help in raising cancer awareness. Rita would be pleased.

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Rita's Story

Summer Sale

2009-06-11T07:40:00.000-07:00

All Butterflies are 20% Off!

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Survivor Story - NEW!

2009-06-05T08:30:00.000-07:00

Nicky James' story:
Just two years ago, Nicky James was only 12 years old but facing a fight that many of us have only heard of. At 12 years of age, Nicky was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that attatched itself to the stem of her spinal cord. A cancer so rare it had to be sent off to St. Judes for research. Today Nikki is only one of a few that have survived this rare cancer and is currently cancer free. It however, did not come without a price. Nicky is now bound to a wheel chair unable to use her legs. This came after numerous surgeries to remove the cancer. I am inspired by the strength and courage of this young girl. My prayers are with all who have suffered, lost , continue to fight, or have conquered. · Nicky James Marana, AZ

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Sarcoma Cancer Awareness Month

2009-06-01T07:27:00.000-07:00

June is Sarcoma Cancer awareness month. Yellow is the color used to raise awareness for Sarcoma Cancer. Support the fight with any of our Yellow Sapphire gemstone jewelry.

Butterfly of Life® supports Sarcoma with a yellow sapphire. Soft tissue sarcomas are malignant tumors that can develop from fat, muscle, nerve, fibrous tissues surrounding joints, blood vessel, or deep skin tissues. They can develop in any part of the body and there are about 50 different type of soft tissue sarcomas. Risk factors can be lifestyle-related, environmental, or inherited.Visit the Amercian Cancer Society to learn more about Sarcoma Cancer.

All Butterflies are 20% OFF for Mother's Day

2009-05-04T07:39:00.000-07:00

Touch the heart of your Mother on May 10th, her special day, and support cancer research with a piece of jewelry from the Butterfly of Life collection.

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New Survivor Story

2009-05-01T07:37:00.000-07:00

My story is kinda long, but that's ok. In April of last year I went for my annual and there was nothing wrong. Shortly after that I had some weird pains and my periods were really heavy, but since I was ok in April I figured it was just hormones. My ob/gyn recommended Mirena - the birth control implant because at only 33 they found me to be peri-menopausal.When I went to have Mirena placed in June he found a huge vaginal mass and I found out the next day that in under 8 weeks I developed a very rare stage 3 cancer. I went to the gyno-oncologist the very next day and because the tumor was right against my bladder they were thinking they may have to remove my bladder, rectum, vagina, and the rest of my female organs.Luckily, I was with Dr. John Nash at UCONN and they had just gotten a new tomoradiation machine. He consulted with every doc he could get his hands on and thought we should try tomo first.It got rid of this immpossible cancer. It is so rare that I am only the 21st person ever to have this specific type of squamous cell adenocarcinoma - the uniguity is because it normally spreads through the glands, but my glands were clean and the cancer attached to the soft tissue instead - vaginal cancer itself is pretty rare. Apparently it's some sort of mutation. I also found out as far as anyone knows I am the ONLY survivor of this particular cancer.It has been tough. Twelve weeks of radiation, so far 10 moths of chemo (to be on the safe side because the cancer was so aggressive) and several surgeries to remove tumors on my labia and rectum. Yeah, I know, ouch.Luckily, I have a wonderful hubby of 13 years and a great support network of family, friends, and co-workers. I also have multiple sclerosis somy body has taken a whippin', but I'm really tough and I bounce back every time.In fact, I'm planning on going to Italy with my husband in the fall and getting back to all of my volunteer activities. One of the things I'm working on now is writing a book for newly diagnosed cancer patients to help them cope with facing their mortality - it can be a real brain bender, especially when you're young. If anyone needs a friend or has any questions about my therapy I can be reached at gahles@charter.net and will do whatever I can to help. Together, we can do this.....
Geizha West Hartland, CT

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All Butterfly of Life Jewelry 20% off!

2009-04-15T08:08:00.000-07:00

All Butterfly of Life pendants, pins, earrings and charms are 20% off - Just in time for Mother's Day! A portion of every butterfly sold is donated to cancer research and education. Shop Now!

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Survivor Story

2009-04-13T08:05:00.000-07:00

Faye Abilene, TX - At the age of 33 I was diagnosed with cancer, Ovarian & Uteran plus a volleyball size and baseball size tumor that were also cancer. I didn’t find out it was cancer until after the emergency surgery, I ended up having to have a hysterectomy. Four weeks after my surgery I started chemo. It was a terrible experience but, it made me appreciate life and strengthened my faith. I have been in remission 13 years!

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Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month

2009-04-06T12:05:00.000-07:00

April is Head & Neck Cancer awareness month. Burgandy is the color used to raise awareness for Head & Neck Cancer. Support the fight with any of our Rhodolite Garnet gemstone jewelry.

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April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

2009-04-01T08:19:00.000-07:00

April is Testicular Cancer awareness month. Orchid is the color used to raise awareness for Testicular Cancer. Support the fight with any of our Amethyst gemstone jewelry. Shop Now

Butterfly of Life® also supports and donates to the LIVE STRONG® Lance Armstrong Foundation for cancer research and education. Armstrong is a survivor of Testicular Cancer. Click Here for more information on LIVE STRONG®

Butterfly of Life Newsletter - Sign up Now!

2009-03-23T12:58:00.001-07:00

Sign up for our Newsletter and receive exclusive offers, view new butterfly designs, share survivor stories and more! Tell your friends to sign up to continue the support in promoting cancer awareness.

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Mother's Day is May 10th

2009-03-19T08:26:00.000-07:00

Touch the heart of your Mother on May 10th, her special day, and support cancer research with a piece of jewelry from the Butterfly of Life collection.

All Butterfly of Life jewelry is 20% off!

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Butterfly Jewelry - to support hope in efforts for a cure

2009-03-17T08:38:00.000-07:00

The Perfect Mother's Day Gift

2009-03-15T08:31:00.000-07:00

This $85 sterling silver pendant, accented with a genuine pink sapphire, outlines the beauty and freedom of the butterfly. The feminine pink sapphire is used to symbolize breast cancer awareness. The pendant measures approximately ¾” by ¾” and is engraved on the back with the words, “Live Love Laugh.”

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