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Bejeweled boobs and coming-out parties aren't always associated with each other, but at Art Bra Austin 2012, where local breast-cancer survivors alaska vacation cruise strut their stuff on the runway, it's all about brassieres enveloped in precious stones and feathers.
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"When my grandmother was going through her treatment, I had an aunt who went with her to take notes at doctor appointments," Black says. "That's what BCRC provides so all you can focus on is getting healthy."
Art Bra will also host a silent auction, offering one-of-a-kind Austin experiences, travel opportunities and, of course, elaborate art bras. Audioroad and Cover Girls will perform live while attendees feast on scrumptious treats from local restaurants.
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To kick off Memorial Day weekend, Austin's liveliest philanthropic movers and shakers don all white and dance the night away on The Long Center terrace with the sparkling city lights as a backdrop. All proceeds support Lifeworks' mission to transition youth and families from crisis to safety and success. whitepartyaustin.org .
I want to model one of those cool bras for the calendar. I am 48, and a breast cancer survivor. I had a mastectomy on one side. My plastic surgeon did a great job on me. I have wanted to give back and my plastic surgeon gave me the calendar when I had completed my reconstruction,, he said I should be in it! I am three years out decided to listen to the oncologist and go to the gym and get in shape. I lost 46 pounds and toned up.