Most of you know me as
an actor on television, but I think the most important
role I play is that of breast cancer
activist.
As we approach Mother's Day, I
am reminded of the pain and the uncertainty of this disease and
how the loss of our mother affected me and my sisters. I am also
reminded of what a remarkable woman my mother was. I
cannot think of a better way to honor her than by working toward
a world without breast cancer.
Legislation has been
introduced in Congress for a Mother's Day commemorative coin. A
portion of the proceeds from this coin will benefit breast
cancer research. Will you join me in the
fight against breast cancer by letting Congress know how
important this issue is to you?
In the United States, one
woman will be diagnosed with breast cancer every three
minutes.
Just stop and think about how
many families will be affected by this diagnosis, how many
children will have to see their mothers go through treatment,
and how many will ultimately lose their mothers. I do not want
my son to have to endure what I did.
We must put an end to
this heart-breaking disease - and the Mother's Day commemorative
coin will help us do just that.
Please click here to
honor your mother by urging your members of Congress to support
the Mother's Day coin.
Gracias,
Ricardo
Chavira
Son of Elizabeth Ries
Chavira
P.S. Another way you can support the women in
your life this Mother's Day is with a specially designed Mother's Day tribute
card from Susan G. Komen for
the Cure.