As many of you will know I'm in my second year of the Read Christie book challenge. But I've decided that one challenge really isn't enough for me so this October, I’m taking part in a challenge that's a little different for me but it's for a cause that's very close to my heart: the American Cancer Society Photo a Day in October Challenge. For the entire month, I’ll be posting one photo a day to raise funds and awareness for cancer research and support—and I’d be very grateful if you could join me on this journey.
What’s the Photo-A-Day in October Challenge?
It’s quite simple really. For each day during the month of October, I’ll post a photo that follows one of the prompts set out by The American Cancer Society. The prompts are open to interpretation but me being me, naturally I'd like each photo to highlight something nostalgic; vintage, or connected to slow/ cosy living - which is just perfect for October if you ask me!
I will be posting the photos to The American Cancer Society's Photo a Day in October Facebook page; my JustGiving page set up through The American Cancer Society (so all donations go straight to them, not me!) and also on this site and on An Extra Slice of Nostalgia Pie's Facebook page.
I'm now two days into the challenge. I've no doubt that as the days go by, the challenge is going to become more, well challenging! But I have to remind myself that it's for a brilliant cause that could benefit so many people so I just have to keep going. Though I may be looking to some of you for inspiration so if you have any ideas for great pics, please let me know!
Why I’m Taking on This Challenge
The Photo a Day Challenge is a great, fun way to raise both awareness and funds. But behind all the fun is a very serious reason for why I'm taking part...
When I first heard about this challenge last month, I jumped at the chance to participate. But then the doubts set in. I've never really done any kind of fundraising challenge before. Could I really do this initiative proud and raise enough money? Will I be consistent enough to take photos all throughout the month? Furthermore, my photography skills kind of suck - am I really the right person to be taking part in a photography challenge, especially one that's so important? Probably not. So before the challenge even got started, I'd talked myself out of it and figured I'd take part next year.
But the night before the challenge started, I saw a heartbreaking announcement from a friend announcing the loss of a family member to cancer. Many of us have been affected by cancer in some way, whether it's a family member, friend, or our own personal experience. The American Cancer Society works tirelessly to fight this disease; raising awareness as well as funds for life-saving research and providing support to patients and their loved ones. I saw this challenge as a way to do my bit and contribute to a cause that means so much. So after reading the message from my friend who along with the rest of his family are obviously grieving terribly, I decided, at the eleventh hour, that I just had to take part. So I am!
What You Can Do
If you’d like to support my challenge, you can head over to my JustGiving fundraising page and donate. Every cent counts so any donation, big or small, will be gratefully received. Furthermore you could always check out the photos of other participants and donate to their pages. It all goes to The American Cancer Society at the end of the day so it's all good!
If you're not able to make any donations, and we know that not everyone can, then please feel free to share the fundraising page with others. As I've said, It all adds up to something bigger. Moreover, The American Cancer Society runs a whole variety of challenges throughout the year - perhaps there's something you'd like to take part in yourself? And, of course, feel free to follow along with my daily photos across various platforms and of course on this site. Some will be lighthearted, others might be nostalgic, but all will have meaning and will hopefully be a reflection of hope, strength and resilience.
Let’s Make a Difference Together
I’m really excited - and OK, a little bit nervous too - to take part in the Photo a Day in October Challenge. But I know I’ve got a fab community behind me who will no doubt spur me on. So thank you all in advance for your support, encouragement, donations, and for being a part of this important cause in any way that you can. Let’s make a difference together - one (hopefully great!) photo at a time.
What an interesting challenge for great cause! We have seen several of your daily photos so far on facebook - you’re doing a terrific job! Thank you for sharing where to see all the photos as well as where to donate.💗 Good luck! Andrea & Kyle