This month RocknBauble will focus on raising awareness of Ovarian Cancer and spreading the word about one of the many fine organizations that support this cause, the NOCC. RocknBauble supports many health awareness causes through the RocknBauble Brand Awareness Jewelry Lines and a percentage of all awareness jewelry proceeds are donated to the respective awareness foundation, group or organization. This month RocknBauble will feature Teal Ovarian Cancer Awareness Bracelets, Necklaces, and Earrings.

About The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC)

From Their About Us Page – The mission of the NOCC is to raise awareness and promote education about ovarian cancer. The Coalition is committed to improving the survival rate and quality of life for women with ovarian cancer. More than 20,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year, and approximately 15,000 women die annually from the disease. Unfortunately, most cases are diagnosed in their later stages when the prognosis is poor. However, if diagnosed and treated early, when the cancer is confined to the ovary, the five-year survival rate is over 90 percent. That is why it is imperative that the early signs and symptoms of the disease are recognized, not only by women, but also by their families and the medical community. (www.ovarian.org)

About RocknBauble

RocknBauble Jewelry Artisan Andrea Vogel handcrafts bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, anklets and book-thongs for all awareness causes, special requests and large orders are always encouraged. All RocknBauble jewelry is high quality, handcrafted, one of a kind jewelry that complements all lifestyles. All jewelry purchases receive a lifetime warranty against defects as well as a custom designed cotton lined gift box. RocknBauble jewelry has been showcased at many awareness events throughout the United States, Canada and Asia, their customer base is worldwide. Some of the foundations RocknBauble supports; Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Autism Society of America, Lupus Foundation of America and the Autism Society of Orlando. The RocknBauble Awareness efforts include: Autism Awareness, Breast Cancer Awareness, Leukemia Awareness, Lupus Awareness, Ovarian Cancer Awareness and most all other causes. If your cause is not featured, we can make it for you from your idea or ours Why not visit www.RocknBauble.etsy.com now?

Visit the RocknBauble Ovarian Cancer Awareness Jewelry Here

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Bracelet with Vintage Faceted Glass and Dyed Jade

Autism Awareness Necklace

Autism, ASD, PDD, Aspergers Awareness Necklace on Leather. Now an Awareness Necklace that is perfect for the man in you life so they can now show their support for Autism, Aspergers, ASD, or PDD. Beautiful fused dichroic glass on black with leather cord and sterling lobster clasp. Puzzle piece pendant measures approx. 1 inch x 1 inch, and is signed by the artist on the back.

10% of proceeds will be donated to the Autism Society of Greater Orlando.

Lupus Awareness Bracelet Earring Set

RocknBauble.etsy.com announces its Support of Lupus Awareness Month with a Donation of 10 Percent of the Proceeds from the Sale of its Lupus Awareness Jewelry.

Lupus Awareness Month is May and one of several observances promoted by the Lupus Foundation of America. RocknBauble.etsy.com announces it will support Lupus Awareness Month by donating 10 percent of the proceeds from the sale of its Lupus Awareness Jewelry line. Custom Lupus Awareness bracelets, necklaces, earrings and book thongs are being offered through the RocknBauble storefront located on the ETSY website (www.RocknBauble.Etsy.com) “I am excited to assist this cause with creating custom Lupus Awareness Jewelry and donating part of the proceeds to help support Lupus Research, ” said Andi (Lupus Jewelry Artist). Jewelry for all awareness colors and causes is available with a percentage of the proceeds to be given to the cause the particular piece represents and we will place an emphasis on Lupus this month.

About Lupus Awareness Month:

Lupus Awareness Month is one of several observances promoted by the Lupus Foundation of America (www.lupus.org) to increase visibility for lupus. The LFA and its chapters designated May as Lupus Awareness Month to incorporate other related events into the observance. The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that 1,500,000 Americans have a form lupus. This estimate is based on two nationwide polls, which asked respondents if they, or anyone in their immediate household, had ever been diagnosed with lupus. In addition, another poll revealed that 28% of all Americans know someone with lupus. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that, for unknown reasons, causes inflammation and tissue damage to virtually any of the body’s own cells, tissue, and organs – especially the skin, joints, blood, heart, lungs, kidneys, and brain.

About RocknBauble:

RocknBauble.com owner and jewelry artist Andi Vogel states, “As a nurse I like to heighten the public’s awareness of Lupus and all other awareness causes, donations from my awareness jewelry adds support to these causes.” Andi fashions her awareness jewelry by hand and meticulously selects all materials so each piece is unique. Butterflies, Baubles, Stars, Lampwork Beads, Furnace Glass, Czech Republic Crystals, Swarovski Crystals, Fresh-water Pearls, Sterling Charms, Hearts and Puzzle pieces are used in this high quality jewelry, as well as some highly desirable variations and more unusual settings most of which are hand crafted by local and international artisans. Andi’s flair for style and eye for color shines through in every awareness creation. Visit her storefront at http://www.RocknBauble.Etsy.com

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Andi Vogel

254 Agua Vista St,

DeBary, FL 32713 USA

andi@rocknbauble.com

http://www.RocknBauble.Etsy.com

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RocknBauble Lupus Awareness Month 2010 Press Release PDF Download

Autism Awareness Jewelry by RocknBauble

The Autism Society of Greater Orlando is hosting its 5K walk in the Orange County Convention Center’s South Concourse on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. We would like to invite everyone out to support ASGO and the Central Florida families affected by autism. 100% of the proceeds will stay right here in the Central Florida area.

We are a proud ASGO member and you should be too

contact info for ASGO:
4743 Hearthside Drive
Orlando, FL 32837
Phone: (407) 855-0235
Email:  contact@asgo.org

About the National Stroke Association

Mission
National Stroke Association’s mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke. Founded in 1984, National Stroke Association is the first national non-profit to devote 100 percent of its efforts to stroke through prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, research and support for stroke survivors and their families.

Prevention
• Prevention programs offer a number of dynamic screening tools to assess a patient’s level
of stroke risk, and prevention education materials to teach patients about stroke risk factors
and stroke symptoms (some materials also available in Spanish).
• STARS (Steps Against Recurrent Stroke) is a program that focuses on educating and
empowering stroke survivors and caregivers about the steps a person can take – with a
doctor’s help and advice – to reduce risk for a recurrent stroke by making lifestyle
modifications and managing medical conditions that increase stroke risk.
• Public Health Outreach allows National Stroke Association to partner with state and local
public health departments to spread stroke prevention messages using the expertise and
distribution channels of the public health sector.
• Prevention Guidelines were published in JAMA in 1999 by some of the world’s leading
stroke experts providing the gold standard in primary stroke prevention guidelines. National
Stroke Association published the Recurrent Stroke Prevention Guidelines in 2004 to aid
primary care providers with information on best practices in preventing stroke in stroke
survivors.
• Hip Hop Stroke was a successful school-based National Stroke Association initiative to
educate the nation’s school children on stroke prevention and recognition of stroke
symptoms. The program is being refined to be used as an online, interactive program.

Acute Treatment
• Stroke Center Network (SCN) is a membership program of clinicians, researchers and
facilities committed to developing stroke centers of excellence. Through a wide range of
member-only benefits, the program offers education, materials and support to improve the
quality of stroke prevention and care from the acute phase through rehabilitation.
• Stroke Rapid Response (SRR) is an online National Stroke Association program teaching
first responders and dispatchers to recognize stroke patients and treat stroke as a priority
emergency.
• Professional Society is an individual membership program that provides resources and
support to students and professionals who are dedicated to stroke prevention and quality
stroke care.

Rehabilitation/Recovery
• Stroke Rehab & Recovery Network (SRN) is a membership program for stroke rehabilitation professionals that provides the cutting-edge tools and resources necessary to advance post-stroke care. A sister program to Stroke Center Network, SRN offers a wide range of members-only benefits such as professional education programs, patient education materials and multiple networking opportunities.
• National Stroke Association provides guidance and support to stroke survivors, families and caregivers through literature and referrals to stroke support groups.

• To provide stroke survivors and their families with user-friendly and complete information on discharge from the hospital, National Stroke Association developed HOPE: The Stroke Recovery Guide. Distributed to rehabilitation hospitals across the country, the guide gives new survivors and their caregivers an effective tool to manage life after stroke.
• HOPE After Stroke is a series of in-person meetings. During 2009 and in an effort to reach a broader audience, National Stroke Association is designing more web-based educational opportunities for stroke survivors and caregivers. The Hope After Stroke Series is being crafted into a virtual experience to allow greater and easier attendance.
• Through the leadership of its Rehabilitation Advisory Board, National Stroke Association is spearheading the development of the leading guide for best practices in rehabilitation.

Advocacy & Community Outreach
• Public Health Summit brings together public health officials from around the country to an annual meeting discussing stroke issues and providing information to expand statewide stroke programs. In 2010, for the first time ever, this summit will be virtual to reach an unprecedented number of people.
• Through aggressive advocacy efforts, National Stroke Association has formed alliances with key governmental leaders such as mayors, governors and state legislators to elevate stroke in their agendas.
• Exhibitions and online medical webcasts throughout the year allow National Stroke  Association to continue its efforts to educate both the public and medical professionals about stroke.

http://www.stroke.org

• Obtain information, resources and statistics on all aspects of stroke on National Stroke Association’s web site at http://www.stroke.org or by calling the hotline, 1-800-STROKES 1-800-787-6537). Valuable and potentially life-saving information is provided to the public on http://www.stroke.org through National Stroke Association’s brochures, fact sheets, and audio-visual materials on stroke prevention, treatment and rehabilitation.

StrokeSmart Magazine
• StrokeSmart magazine, the official publication of National Stroke Association, provides a forum to address critical issues for both consumers and professionals, to inform survivors about products and services that can enhance their lives and create new avenues for collaboration with other health organizations. This high-quality, four-color magazine is distributed quarterly to stroke survivors, caregivers, medical professionals and those at risk for stroke.    (source http://www.stroke.org)

Click here to access a search-able database of the more than 500 Primary Stroke Centers that have been certified by The Joint Commission.

I walked away from life for quite awhile. I kicked it like drifting sand on a beach. There were old cans and broken bottles, but, I paid them no mind. I leaned on broken fences and stared through shattered glass for, far too many years.

People tried to know me, but, I didn’t know who they were trying to meet. One day a Doctor said to me, say goodbye, you’re dying. That night, as I slept, I dreamed and the sand formed little trails around my feet. The cans and broken bottles were like little life boats and my fingers were covered in blood. My hands and arms grew heavy from their weight. The fences were brand new and through a very clear window… I could see my soul.

…excerpt from his book, “SOUL SEEDS for your Gardens in Life” written and illustrated by Stormy Monday.

This book is due for release sometime in 2010. Look for it on Amazon.com and all major bookstores.

“SOUL SEEDS” can also be found at stormymondayart.com

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RocknBauble Awareness Jewelry

Autism Awareness Month is here and April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day! RocknBauble.etsy.com supports Autism Awareness all year long with a 10 percent donation from the proceeds of its Handmade Autism Awareness Fashion Jewelry.

RocknBauble.com will support Autism Awareness Month by donating 10 percent of the proceeds from its dazzling Autism Awareness jewelry line to ASGO. We typically donate to ASGO being a member but you can advise your charity or society of choice when purchasing RocknBauble autism jewelry. High quality handmade Autism Awareness bracelets, necklaces, earrings and book thongs are available and being offered through the RocknBauble storefront located on ETSY.com (www.RocknBauble.Etsy.com). This months featured necklace is a handcrafted Dichroic Glass puzzle piece pendant on an 18 in sterling silver box chain. The Puzzle piece measures approx. 3/4 inch x 3/4 inches, and is signed by the artist on the back and includes a hand decorated cotton filled gift box. The necklaces are available with several different designs all unique unto themselves. “I am extremely excited to promote autism awareness with special autism jewelry creations and donations throughout the year to support our autistic community,” states Andi Vogel (RocknBauble Jewelry Artist). Jewelry for any awareness color or cause is also available with a percentage of the proceeds going to the cause the particular jewelry piece represents and although we place extra emphasis on Autism this month it is a top priority cause for us all year long. Additionally this year we will have a team in the Autism Society of Greater Orlando’s Autism Awareness 5k walk for ASGO on May 8^th inside the Orange County Convention Center ’s South Concourse.

RocknBauble Autism Awareness Month Necklace

About ASGO and Autism Awareness Month:

ASGO was founded in 1996 by a group of volunteer parents to better assist families of children and adults with autism in the Central Florida area. Everyone is encouraged to come out to support ASGO and the Central Florida families affected by autism. 100% of the proceeds will stay right in the Central Florida area. The mission or goal of ASGO is that all individuals within the autism spectrum will be provided a lifetime network of opportunities to become fully accepted, included, and actively participating members of our community, through family support, education, and advocacy, and public awareness. They are a wealth of information and support to families of children and adults with autism, offering social opportunities for individuals with autism to be included in the community. (www.asgo.org) The Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness Month since the 1970s. The United States recognizes April as a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community.

About RocknBauble:

RocknBauble.com owner Andi states, “Wearing Autism Awareness Jewelry is one of many great ways to show your support for this important cause!” Andi crafts her fashionable awareness jewelry by hand and meticulously selects all materials to produce a truly original piece. Puzzle Pieces, Ribbons, Baubles, Stars, Lampwork Beads, Furnace Glass, Czech Republic Crystals, Swarovski Crystals, Fresh-water Pearls, Sterling Charms and Hearts are used in this superior quality jewelry, as well as some highly desirable bead variations and more unusual settings, most of which are crafted by local artisans. Her artistic sense of style and keen eye for color shines through in every awareness creation. Andi shows her confidence in the quality of her jewelry with a lifetime warranty and RocknBauble Awareness Jewelry has been showcased at many Autism events throughout the world. Visit her storefront to view and purchase her current offerings: www.RocknBauble.etsy.com

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RocknBauble Dot Com

DeBary, FL 32713

Beads(at)RocknBauble.com

www.RocknBauble.com

www.RocknBauble.Etsy.com

ASGO 5k Walk – 30th of May, 2009

RocknBauble Autism Awareness Month Extended Press Release PDF

Started as a Socialist political event, the holiday blended in the culture of many countries, primarily Eastern Europe, Russia, and the former Soviet block. In many regions, the day lost its political flavor, and became simply an occasion for men to express their love for women in a way somewhat similar to a mixture of Mother’s Day and St Valentine’s Day. In other regions, however, the original political and human rights theme designated by the United Nations runs strong, and political and social awareness of the struggles of women worldwide are brought out and examined in a hopeful manner.

The IWD is also celebrated as the first spring holiday in the Northern Hemisphere as the first day of March is considered the first day of the spring season.

Women’s Day 2010. NATO promotes the role of women in peace and security