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CLICK: June 2008. (Yellow for Bri)
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CLICK is a monthly food photography event. It is a theme-based contest. You do not need a blog to participate. Each month, entries will be invited based on a culinary ingredient or concept. More about it HERE.
Previous editions of CLICK HERE.
Updated on July 18, 2008
TOTAL on July 15, 2008 - around $17,000
CLICK: YELLOW PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS
This is a special edition of CLICK, tinged with sadness and filled with hope.
Yellow is the happiest colour in the spectrum. It signifies hope and enlightenment. Though the work of the LiveStrong Foundation, it has also come to signify the fight against cancer.
This month’s CLICK is in honour of Briana Brownlow - ‘Bri’ to her friends.
CLICK YELLOW for Bri. It can be can ingredient, a dish, a concept, cookware, a location - anything in a culinary setting - and send it to us before June 30, 2008.
CLICK is a food photography contest. Please stick to the culinary theme.
This edition of CLICK has special prizes for the winners and is our means of showing our support for a very special friend and fellow blogger. RULES, PANEL OF JUDGES AND DETAILS BELOW.
Bri is one of the 5% of women diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 30. That was two and a half years ago. In her words,
“I was 28 … I was told I would need a mastectomy (full removal) of my right breast. It was horrifying and surreal. Particularly since I watched my mom go through her diagnosis of breast cancer, a mastectomy and chemotherapy 14 years earlier. She was just 41 and died within six months.”
In August 2007, she started Figs With Bri - a serene, beautiful space where she shares with us her creative experiments with wonderful local organic ingredients. A month and a half ago, her worst fears came true. She learnt that her cancer has returned and metastasized to her lungs, her lymph nodes and several areas in her bones and is at Stage IV. (More at Figs with Bri)
As the great Lance Armstrong said about people like himself battling cancer: “We have two options, medically and emotionally: give up, or fight like hell.”
Bri has chosen to fight like hell. Though fatigued and in pain, she makes us smile with her calm reassuring e-mails about how she’s feeling stronger and focusing on healing. She continues to blog with great clarity about her options, and enthuse us with her beautiful culinary creations.
Some of you have fought your own battles with cancer and many of you have had family members and close friends in Bri’s shoes. You are aware of the great toll cancer takes on the whole family. There are never-ending rounds of hospital visits to be made, different diagnoses to be sought, special meals to be prepared, time off to be taken from work … and huge bills to be paid.
How huge? To give you an idea, in the past two years, Bee has had two medical scares - one involved one MRI and one minor surgery, another involved one MRI and a physical exam. We had insurance coverage. Yet, our out-of-pocket costs for these preliminary screenings (that turned out negative for cancer) were close to 3,000 dollars.
It’s mind-blogging to contemplate how much those diagnosed with cancer have to shell out each time they visit the physician or the hospital, even with insurance. Ever since her cancer returned, Bri has had several rounds of diagnoses and tests. She’s approaching her treatment differently from two years ago, using alternatives like mistletoe extract injections (Iscador), Xeloda (a tablet form of chemo), powerfully healing herbs, a special organic diet, and much more.
We were distressed to learn that her health insurance has turned down her request to cover the holistic alternatives which she would like to try.
Bri needs to explore ALL treatment options, not just those her insurance is willing to cover. So we asked her for a number. How much would a year’s treatment cost in addition to insurance coverage? Could we help her raise that amount?
The answer was 12,000 U.S. dollars - that’s just for ONE YEAR. Four months of intensive chemo and surgery two years ago have given her a fair idea of what the monetary costs will be. Bri was concerned about putting out an appeal for such a large amount and wondered whether it was worthwhile to do so. Yes, it does appear daunting, but as Norman Vincent Peale said:
“Become a possibilitarian. No matter how dark things seem to be or actually are, raise your sights and see possibilities - always see them, for they’re always there.”
When Bri and bloggers like her give so selflessly of their time, talent and knowledge, they do not expect anything in return. When she is faced with trying circumstances we, as fellow bloggers and readers, cannot direct the wind. However, as an acknowledgement of the positive impact she has had on our lives, we could at least try to steady the sails.
Right now, Bri needs to focus every ounce of her energy on healing. She is surrounded by a very loving family of artists - her husband Marc is a graphic and product designer. (See his site), her parents-in law Cynthia and Bill are web and graphic designers. They need to focus single-mindedly on caring for her and for each other, rather than worry about where the money for her treatment is going to come from.
We need 500 people willing to support Bri with a contribution of at least 25 dollars. That would help cover Bri’s out-of-pocket treatment costs for the next 12 months. Would you like to be one of them?
This edition of CLICK is more than a photo event. It is a fundraiser for our dear Briana. She was 15 when she saw her mother die of breast cancer. Now, she’s waging her own war.
A special thanks to
MANISHA @ Indian Food Rocks,
SHANKARI @ Stream of Consciousness and
GARRETT @ Vanilla Garlic
for helping us co-ordinate this effort. And to all the generous friends of Jugalbandi and Bri who contributed prizes for the raffle. You exemplify LOVE-IN-ACTION.
WE LOVE YOU, BRI !!!
HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
MAKE A DONATION
Using the Chip-In button, pay securely with your credit card or Pay Pal.
HOW TO DONATE WITH AN INTERNATIONAL CREDIT CARD
This links directly to Bri’s account, and every penny will go towards her treatment.
The LIST OF DONORS will be updated every two days HERE at Figs with Bri.
We wrote to some of our friends and fellow bloggers who have been part of CLICK in the past - as judges, winners and supporters. We wrote to some of Bri’s friends. And we were floored by their love and generosity.They have contributed some great prizes as part of a raffle for this fundraiser.
AFTER MAKING YOUR DONATION USING CHIP-IN
GO TO THE IMAGE GALLERY
The image gallery will take you to the DONATION PAGE. You can state which item you are bidding for on that page. There are also some extra prizes on offer by PARTICIPATING BLOGS. these prizes offered by PARTICIPATING BLOGS.
*** A package of gourmet goodies from Italy.
Donated by Joanne @ Frutto Della Passione. Includes olive oil, balsamic vinegar, saffron, dried porcini mushroom, black truffle chocolates and Illy coffee. Bid price: $25. Shipping: Worldwide.
*** A big loaf of homemade Portuguese Sweet Bread (Masa)
Donated by Denise and Laudalino. Details at Chez Us. Bid Price: $25. Code: Masa. Shipping: U.S. only.
*** A long list of edible and non-edible goodies from Wandering Chopsticks The include Malaysian and Indonesian specialty food items and hand-knit scarves.
Details at Wandering Chopsticks. Bid Price: $10, Code: Wandering Chopsticks.
*** A package of gourmet goodies from Serbia.
Donated by Marija @ Palachinka. Includes Green pine needles syrup, European Cornel fruit jam, Ajvar, Mountain Rtanj plant herbal tea, a bag of dried ground red paprika seasoning, a package of Kulinat without additives (seasoning similar to Vegeta) and a handmade crocheted doily made by her grandma. All of the jarred products are premium quality, made by hand, by traditional recipes from the company Food Land line Bakina Tajna (Grandma’s Secret) with no additives and artificial colors. Code: Palachinka, Bid price: $25. Shipping: Worldwide.
*** One Perfect Ingredient: cookbook by Marcus Wareing.
Donated by Ivy. Details @ Kopiaste. Bid: $25, Code: Kopiaste, Shipping: Worldwide.
*** An apartment for a week in the Italian countryside.
Donated by Sally @ Casalba News.
A one week holiday in Italy for two in an apartment with a double bedroom, en-suite bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. THERE IS NO BIDDING FOR THIS PRIZE. The first person who pays $500 and wants to use the place gets it. (The offer is for LODGING ONLY. Airfares and train fares not included.)
Offer must be used within two years and the dates will have to be arranged based on availability.
*** Handmade purse from Indonesia made by artisans in Java. Donated by Dwiana Porter. Bid: $30. Shipping: Worldwide. Details and bidding guidelines @ The Adventure of My Cooking Diary.
Details HERE. Send us an e-mail to bloggersforbri@gmail.com if you are interested in this prize or want further details. Deadline: July 15.
PARTICIPATE IN CLICK: THE PHOTO EVENT
… to show your support for Bri. This month, in addition to the usual categories for judging (see them below), there will be an ADDITIONAL WINNER. Bri’s favourite entry among the top 25 will also feature in the winner’s list.
THERE ARE TWO PRIZES ON OFFER.
The winner of CLICK SPECTRA (Overall)
WILL GET
an AUTOGRAPHED copy of 660 Curries: The Gateway to Indian Cooking by award-winning author Raghavan Iyer. Review HERE.
This encyclopedia of Indian cooking leads both the casual and vocational cook through what constitutes a curry - its ingredients, techniques, spices and herbs. Signed by the author. Shipping: Worldwide.
BRI’S PICK
WILL GET
Lemon Squares in Honor of Bri.
This is a handwoven piece by Bri’s friend and talented artist, Corie Hartig. She made it in keeping with the CLICK theme - Yellow - in honour of Bri. This handwoven runner is made of fine pearl cotton and a beautiful yellow silk. The pattern is a variation of a Finnish Twill that creates squares on the borders of the runner. Width: 13 1/8 inches. Length: 54 inches (includes 2 inches of fringe on each side)
Shipping: Worldwide.
The rules for participation and ENTRY FORM are HERE.
All entries to this particular theme should be linked to THIS post.
DEADLINE: the 30th of June, midnight, Eastern Standard Time.
The entries will be posted as they arrive. They can be accessed HERE or through the ‘CLICK‘ icon on the right sidebar.
Along with the link to the event announcement, please feel free to use one of these logos.
(White Background)
Arfi of HomeMadeS
Elizabeth of Under Consideration
Lien of Notitie van Lien (Winner of CLICK: April 2008)
Manisha of Indian Food Rocks
Sailaja of Sailu’s Food
** A new theme will be announced around the first of each month.
** A panel of judges will score the entries. Winners will be announced in four categories:
(The Best Capture - Three winners)
(The Most Original)
(The Most Drool-worthy)
(The Most Popular)
After the deadline for the event, judging will take place. Around the 5th, the top 25 entries in SPECTRA will be announced. Readers get to choose three of their favourites. The votes will be aggregated to announce the winners.
Results in all categories will be announced on or before the 10th of the month.
Winners in all the categories get badges to display on their sites. The first place winner of CLICK Spectra will be invited to judge in the next event.
If you are a blogger, your picture must be part of a post that links to the CLICK event.
If you send us an entry with more than one picture, or multiple entries, we will use the first one.
If you have multiple pictures in your post: Please specify which one your entry is. If you place it at the top of your post, even better. It makes it a LOT easier for the judges.
Do you have a picture already posted on your blog?: We will accept already posted pictures if you create a NEW POST. Put the picture you wish to submit, along with a link to where it appeared before, and a link to the CLICK event.
RECOMMENDED, but not mandatory:
**A couple of lines discussing the picture - the location, the circumstances, why you like it, etc.
**The type of lenses used (if using an SLR) or lenses attached to a non-SLR, if any.
(By taking part in this event, participants accept that the pictures submitted to Jugalbandi.info have been taken by them, and do not infringe upon the proprietary rights, including but not limited to the copyright, of any third party. If challenged, the responsibility to prove the ownership of the picture, as well as all attendant liabilities rest with the participant.
Pictures that have pornographic content or are not family friendly will not be accepted.)
Thank you for your support and participation.
- - Jai and Bee
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125 Comments so far
Hey bee, Im sure this fundraiser will be a success. Im looking forward to participate in click this month!
May god bless Bri. Best wishes to her. Best wishes for a great success of the fund-raising. I’ll be on the job to click.
Bee/Jai, I’m really honoured to be a part of this wonderful project…I’m sure the event will be a roaring success…fingers crossed.
Bee I will surley join in.
I am sure the fundraiser is going to be a big hit
This click event is more emotional. I wish and pray for her health. I will do my best to participate and the fund should be a sucess too.
Guys - would love to “chip in” but not sure how to do so from India. I don’t have a US credit card or a/c there, so can’t use PayPal. Any ideas?
would you like to mail a check? we can send you an address.
i thought of that but a check won’t work since i don’t have an a/c there. hmm… wondering what to do… Figs with Bri is a lovely lovely site and I just want to help. Another option is I could contribute a raffle prize if you’d like? (if you are still accepting them…?) And I could mail it in anywhere in the world.
you have mail.
Great cause Bee. As I mailed you,I will donate ASAP. I will not be bidding for prizes in return though, just a personal thing with me. I will also link and will spread the word in my post on Wednesday!:)
Wish Briana the best. I would fight hell too, never give up. Good luck to her. Hugs to her and mt thanks to everybody who is helping her. See you next week.
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Jai and Bee,
I would be glad to do what I can and help support the campaign.
Best wishes for a very successful fundraiser.
I will definitely click for this event! Great job guys, Am sure the fundraiser will be a huge success!
Dear Bee and Jai, please convey my best wishes to dear Bri (and thanks a ton for organizing this effort). I wish and pray for you, dear Bri. Get well soon.
U guys have put together a great concept for Bri. I contributed whatever I could and just pray for Bri’s good health.
Wishing this fund raiser to be a huge success..
Siri
Dear Bri,
All the best to you - you are an inspiration.
Mamatha
Dear Bri:
I have just contributed whatever I could. You are in my prayers. with love & hugs, Meera
Dear Bee & Jai:
Great work. You are angels.
God bless. Hugs to you - Meera
hats off to u guys… done my part.. am sure she will fight it thru… theres a shine in her eyes..
Best of luck with this venture, Bee & Jai!
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Just did my humble donation.
Best wishes to Bri
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Hi, I just used the Chip In facility - good wishes to Bri!
Glad I saw my name there at Bri’s list, I always get in some kind of trouble with that Chip In PayPal whenever I use it!:P
I see it’s going well. Well done, have this at my sidebar and will announce on Wednesday as well.
Wonderful seva, jai and bee. I will do all I can to help raise some funds.
Kudos to you guys..sending my little contribution and best wishes. Bri, you will be in our thoughts and prayers each day..Get well soon.
Just did my heartfelt donation. Bri will be in my prayers. My best wishes will be there with you always, Bri!
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i will send the money to Shankari - Thanks for doing this -
I chipped in whatever I could… on my behalf…I really believe this event will be a grand success… thanks to all the efforts from the fellow bloggers. Bri will get well soon !:) god bless
You guys are doing a wonderful job….hats off to you.I am doing the best I can and will surely participate in Click.God bless Bri and I have strong faith that she will get better soon.
Great job from you guys.. I will definitely participate in the Click in this month… Bri is in our prayers..
you r doing a wonderful job….i will do my best for this grt cause…prayers for Bri and family
My prayers and best wishes for Bri. Would do my best for this fundraiser.
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Thanks for organizing this, J & B! It’s a wonderful idea to have bloggers publicize the fundraiser on their sites (that’s how I got to know of it). I have posted about it on mine (thanks for the code as well!) & chipped in.
Is there anything we can do to have Insurance companies pay more attention to other forms of treatment? If we can make a case for it (with examples of successes), it would also be in their interest (they’d have to pay less in the long run) to approve tested treatments.
actually it in the insurance companies’ interest to have people be ill for a long time. about 80% of the bill on “treatment” goes towards their paperwork, and to the rip-off pharma companies. why should they change anything? they spend a lot of money on currying favour with politicians so nothing’s going to change unless there is universal healthcare and insurance companies are not part of the decision-making process. watch “sicko” by michael moore to understand how they operate.
very proud of u J&B…hope this fund raiser is a great success…will sure participate and publisize this event….
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