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<![CDATA[DONPAUL DESIGNS - POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION AWARENESS - Our Blog]]>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:05:15 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Meet Robyn Taylor]]>Mon, 17 Aug 2015 04:00:00 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/robyns-journey

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Robyn's Journey

Before I start sharing, I want to put out a disclaimer. I am not, I repeat, I am not looking for a pity party or for anyone to feel sorry for me. I feel like my journey and situation are so much bigger than myself. I am simply being obedient to what God has asked me to do.

I am hoping that my story helps to encourage other women to make sure you do your due diligence to do breast self-exams, go to your doctor if you notice any changes and get your annual mammograms. Men, please encourage your female family members, wives and girlfriends to do so also. Especially if you feel something while you’re intimate. You could be helping to save their lives.

This is my Journey .... I had to come to terms with it before I could even bring myself to talk about it. Some of you may have guessed or wondered about my post regarding breast cancer. I was diagnosed with stage 2b HER 2 breast cancer on 12/17/14. You never can quite be mentally prepared to hear the 3 dreaded words, "You have cancer" ... No matter how much you pray, try to psych yourself up, and think positive. I was devastated. So many things ran through my mind, and I could not get my mind to shut up. I went from shock, to disbelief, to questioning why I have it, and there is no family history of it. I later thought, "Why not me"?

I've had fibro cystic breast for as long as I could remember. I was very developed at the age of 10 years old. Because I was so used to being fortunate enough to have somewhat lumpy breast, I would routinely check to see if I noticed any changes in the sizes of the sometimes pebble sized masses. They would come and go as if they were playing peek-a-boo.

As I got older and pregnant with my son at the age of 35, doctors were becoming concerned with different cysts that turned out to be nothing. I thought I knew my body better than anyone else, and would let them know if I found something that was concerning.

Earlier this summer, I felt what I thought was yet another cyst and dismissed it as just more of the same. I knew I would have my annual checkup and mammogram coming up, so I just waited until that time. November 17, 2014 was the beginning of a barrage of test and life changing events yet to come.

The cancer is only in one breast, but I've opted to go radical and have a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction. I never ever want to hear those 3 dreaded words again, and have to go through this process all over again.

Often, I've talked to God and asked him what my purpose in life is. I believe He's answered me by giving me this platform to help other women by encouraging them to not to be dismissive about any changes in their breast like I was, because it could be difference between life and death. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. #ImASurvivor

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]]><![CDATA[It's In the Genes - P.I.N.K.I.E. Party - March 21, 2015]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2015 18:32:29 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/its-in-the-genes-pinkie-party-march-21-2015

VIEW THE WUSA VIDEO

First I want to thank you for all of your hard work! 2015 is starting of with a overwhelming amount of Favor!

Special thanks to Denise Triplett, Charlotte McDowell and Monica Jefferies - I appreciate you taking out to time to help stuff bags and being there for the Ladies on Saturday.

To the Vendors – You guys Rock!

Please see the attached video – I will send the other two in another email following this one.

I AM SO PROUD OF US!
Team Walton

Breast Cancer Advocates Survivor - Warrior

Victorianne www.itsinthegenes.com

Contact: 240.242.7422 Fax: 978.215.5536

]]><![CDATA[It's Time for a Change! I'm Cutting My Locs...Help Me Pick a New Style!]]>Tue, 07 Oct 2014 19:35:01 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/its-time-for-a-change-im-cutting-my-locshelp-me-pick-a-new-styleGreetings Friends!
When I first lost my hair due to the treatment of my breast cancer... I thought it would never grow back. For a few years I struggled with wigs and then I decided to try and grow my natural hair with locs. Well, here I am now with so much hair, so long and heavy.... I need to make a decision! Let me know your opinion and I'll post back with the final results!! If I have the nerve! While you're here, PLEASE remember to visit my story page and choose an organization to support the early detection and prevention of breast cancer!

Going from this.......

To which one of these.... (below)?

]]><![CDATA[It's in the Genes - Free Cruise Every Friday in PINKTOBER!]]>Thu, 02 Oct 2014 15:43:11 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/its-in-the-genes-free-cruise-every-friday-in-pinktoberBreast Cancer Survivors....For all that you have gone through – now it’s your time to enjoy life!

Cancer diagnoses can truly disturb a person’s life. Changing the normal to a whirl wind of decisions; forcing their lives to change forever. People are never prepared when the disaster called “Cancer” arrives. But we can make it better. For the month of PINKTOBER we are going to award a Cancer Survivor a FREE CRUISE with a brand new luggage set. For all that you have gone through – now it’s your time to enjoy life. Get More Info on how to REGISTER

Sponsored by:Wyndham Vacation Resorts At National Harbor, and It's In The Genes,LLC

]]><![CDATA[For Breast Cancer Survivors - Truefit by True Life]]>Mon, 28 Apr 2014 16:46:43 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/for-breast-cancer-survivors-truefit-by-true-life

Experience a Trufit by Trulife

Fashion, Comfort and Style in the latest Trulife Bras as well as, their most advanced technology in breast forms.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014
11 AM to 7 PM
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8855 Annapolis Road, #100
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 918-1750
Near the Red Lobster Restaurant

Appointments are appreciated
We accept Medicare and most private insurances

*Complimentary mini-massages & other pampering services

*Raffles, Giveaways & Light Refreshments

]]><![CDATA[Thursday, March 20 - Message To My Sisters Blog Talk Show]]>Mon, 17 Mar 2014 15:18:22 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/thursday-march-20-message-to-my-sisters-blog-talk-showTeam Walton - Breast Cancer Advocates – Survivors - Warriors

www.itsinthegenes.com
Contact: 240.242.7422 Fax: 978.215.5536

Every Thursday, 7:00pm Listen to the New Message To My Sisters Blog Talk Show
Log in http://tobtr.com/s/4238511 Call in 713 955 0507

Victorianne Russell Walton with Andrea Roane, Channel WUSA Channel 9
http://www.wusa9.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=286364

Discovery Channel Documentary Featuring Victorianne Russell Walton
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d1eImsfSaU

]]><![CDATA[Help Virgina Brown on Her Ride for Cancer Support]]>Mon, 10 Mar 2014 20:53:22 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/help-virgina-brown-on-her-ride-for-cancer-support

A message from Virginia Brown soelegance71@gmail.com.

Hi Friend,

I'll be participating in a 2-day major cycling event called The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, Sibley Memorial and Suburban Hospitals.

I'll be cycling for two whole days through the scenic landscapes of The Capital Region with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, Sibley Memorial and Suburban Hospitals to support cancer research, treatment, and services. These are leading comprehensive institutions devoted to cancer research and care, and the work they're doing is cutting-edge.

I've agreed to raise at least $2,500. So here's where you come in, because I need your help to do that. Could you please consider making a donation of $100? Use this link to go visit my webpage

Please take the time to support me. Please keep in mind the commitment I'm making to end this heartbreaking disease and the personal efforts I'll have to make to accomplish this.

When I say "heartbreaking," here's what I mean: according to the American Cancer Society, 1,660,290 new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in 2013.

The information also shows that cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US, exceeded only by heart disease, accounting for nearly 1 of every 4 deaths. That's why I'm riding. To do something BIG about cancer. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Sincerely

Virginia L. Brown

]]><![CDATA[A Cool Way to Scroll Through Fruit Favorites!]]>Sat, 22 Feb 2014 20:43:41 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/a-cool-way-to-scroll-through-fruit-favoritesA beautiful view of what's good for you!

Eat to live.

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]]><![CDATA[LSC2014 - Wheaty-Fruity Turn-overs]]>Sat, 22 Feb 2014 20:19:04 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/lsc2014-wheaty-fruity-turn-overs

Start the day with these Wheat Rolls stuffed with fresh fruits to make a great breakfast treat or end the day with a tasty dessert after dinner.

Apples, Pears, Oranges and Carrots make a fresh and fruity delight.

For the full recipe and preparation, register for our PRIVATE Mobile App for Breast Cancer Supporters, Fighters and Survivors.

www.app.donpauldesigns.com

]]><![CDATA[Did You Vote Today? Help IITG Do More!]]>Thu, 06 Feb 2014 15:51:30 GMThttps://www.donpauldesigns.com/our-blog/did-you-vote-today-help-iitg-do-moreMore than 8800 women have been touched by It's In the Genes.

They are contributing to the community to help save women and families from Breast Cancer. The FEDEX Small Business-BIG GRANT can help IITG do more!

Vote for "It's In The Genes" once a day every day until Feb 23rd...set an alarm on your smart device and make it happen! FEDEX Small Business-BIG GRANT - Click

Click On the Banner to VOTE

Vicki L. Russell Walton, a Breast Cancer Advocate since 2007 and Paulette Smith a Breast Cancer Advocate since 1999

Help Us "Find it, Face it, Fix it Fund it and Have FAITH!"

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