Easy Spirit Moves For Pink
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My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer at 70. She was fortunate to have caught it early enough that a lumpectomy and radiation were all she needed, but many women are not so fortunate. Sadly, breast cancer is the second leading cause of death for women in the United States.
Sadly, one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. I know those are sobering numbers, and I think it’s an incredibly important topic for us to stay on top of. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and I’m proud to partner with Easy Spirit, who has committed to being a valued partner of Shoes For A Cure, a charitable organization that is directly funding leading breast cancer research in the US.
Their Maxine EMOVE Walking Sneaker is a customer favorite that comes in eleven color options. This season, Easy Spirit has created this #MoveForPink Limited Edition Maxine EMOVE Walking Shoe designed to raise awareness and funds on the organization’s behalf. They will donate a portion of proceeds from its #MoveFor Pink Walking Shoe to Shoes For a Cure.
A good sneaker is a cornerstone of every wardrobe, whether you’re running errands on the weekend, traveling, or enjoying a casual day out with family or friends. This Limited Edition Maxine Walking Sneaker is designed with the brand’s advanced EMOVE Technology for superior comfort, support, cushioning, and shock absorption. It’s an orthotic-friendly, lightweight sneaker made of breathable fabric and sells for just $99.
I know we can count on Easy Spirit for stylish footwear that’s incredibly comfortable in hard-to-find sizes and extended widths. And because comfort is their gold standard, their loyal customers come back pair after pair, knowing they’ll get great value and innovative support solutions.
This sporty pair goes great with my many athleisure-wear outfits. They’re extremely lightweight and flexible, so your feet won’t get fatigued from long days of running errands. As with all Easy Spirit footwear, their sizing is generous from 5-12 and includes N, M, W, and WW width options.
As someone with a wide and frankly problematic foot, I appreciate the fact that Easy Spirit is dedicated to comfort, both in its design and sizing. And I should note it’s a good sign that the reviews for this shoe are incredibly high. Check them out yourself, and be assured there is free shipping over $45 and free returns with no restocking fee on these sneakers.
Few women our age haven’t had breast cancer touch the lives of either themselves or someone they love. It’s important to talk to your doctor about your breast health, get regular mammograms, and check your breasts for lumps each month.
Has breast cancer touched your life?
There are more of us breast cancer “thrivers” (we’re more than survivors) out there than ever before and I certainly appreciate the funds that have gone into research that benefit us all. However, I get a little annoyed by some of the “pink washing” that happens every Oct (pink stickers on bananas?). Yes, companies do donate a portion of the sales of their product to breast cancer research but also use this cause to profit from our purchases. I couldn’t find anything on the shoe website that identifies what percentage of sales are being donated so it could be significant or it might be pennies. Bottom line, if you really like these shoes (or any other “pink” product), enjoy your purchase and please spread the word about breast cancer symptoms and screening awareness. But, if you want your dollars to have the most impact, donate directly to a research organization, cancer support organization, etc. that is transparent about how they will use your donations. Research matters, especially now when this nasty disease is striking more and more young women.
Many years ago I had a friend who was diagnosed at age 29, yes 29, of breast cancer. She died at age 35 leaving a husband and 3 small children. I had another friend more recently be diagnosed at age 40. She has survived, thankfully. I am 65 and get annual mammograms but I also do breast thermography annually. It looks for increased vascularization/heat in the breasts. Trying to cover all my bases.
I will ask my doctor about breast thermography. Thanks for mentioning it to us.
My sister got breast cancer at 58. She had a lumpectomy and several lymph nodes removed. Unfortunately, it spread to her ovaries. She then had a hysterectomy and more radiation/chemo. It them metastasized. She went through a gruelling year of radiation, chemo and more radiation. She passed in May at 72. She fought a good fight. It took so much from her in those intervening years.
I did read that women are being diagnosed with breast cancer at a much younger age these days. Truly sad!
I am so very sad to hear about your sister, Joanna!
I love the look of the sneakers and would like to know more about what portion of the proceeds go to breast cancer. Unfortunately, the links don’t seem to be working. They take me to the Easy Spirit home page, but not to the specific shoe, and I can’t find it on the site.
This is the link to exact shoe. I’m not sure why the links aren’t working for you. I’m not sure of the portion that is donated but perhaps you could email the company for that info.
I’m not sure either. With this link as well as the others, I momentarily see the correct page, but it immediately switches to the Easy Spirit home page. I tried it on both my phone and my computer with the same result. Very odd, but as long as the link is working for others, I wouldn’t worry about it.
I agree with Susan – not all breast cancers are lumps. I am currently undergoing treatment for Paget’s Disease of the Nipple. Started out with itching on one side only, then developed a sore that looked like a melanoma. I had chemo, a lumpectomy, radiation and will be finishing immunotherapy in January. So see your doctor for anything out of the ordinary! And, yes, be your own best advocate. My first diagnostic mammogram was scheduled for 2 months after I saw my primary care doctor. Not wanting to wait that long, I was able to get in for a mammogram at a hospital in a town 40 minutes away in a couple of days. So glad I did, as it was determined my cancer was a fast spreading and aggressive type. Thank you, Jennifer for highlighting Breast Cancer awareness. I just ordered a pair of those cute shoes, which were marked down to $75, by the way!
Hi Amy, I’m so sorry to hear what you’re dealing with. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us! I have never heard of Paget’s Desease of the Nipple and we all need to be as informed as possible. Sending you hugs and prayers, and please let me know how you get on. xo
Sending good wishes for your recovery, Amy. More women should be aware that there are several types of BC that present differently than forming a lump. Grateful for the advice to do my monthly breast exam while looking in a mirror so I can notice and physical changes.
Good for you to support this worthy cause Jennifer. As you say, we’ve all been touched by breast cancer.
Can you tell us about your athleisure outfit you’re wearing? I’m always looking for comfy pants.
Thank you
Hi Sandra, my pants are here, and my jacket is here.
These shoes look really comfortable. Thanks to Easy Spirit. I am now 11 years cancer free. I had stage 2 breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy and 10 lymph nodes removed. Surgery, 53 treatments and 6 weeks of radiation. Mine was found from a mammogram. So they are extremely important for breast health. Take care.
Coongratulations! I’m so glad you’re on the back side of breast cancer. Praying you stay well.
I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer a month before my 70th Birthday a week before Christmas. The hardest part for me was telling my Daughter and Son in their u40s they were glad I was open about it which helped me too.
This December will be a Year since the lumpectomy , Radiotherapy February/March this year. 5 years of taking Hormone therapy so far so good.
My sister was Diagnosed 6yrs ago at 69 she to had same procedure as me and has finished her Hormone therapy and has been given the all clear .
My mother and Maternal Grandmother never had Breast Cancer,they died
of old age. I often wonder why my sister and I were diagnosed at the same age 69yrs and a small treatable small lump.
I’m glad you’re both getting the best treatment. It does seem to have a genetic component. Sending healing thoughts your way.
My husband just had a modified radical mastectomy and is starting radiation next week. Many people don’t realize that men can get breast cancer too. In fact several different doctors have told us that they are seeing more and more men with breast cancer. People need to be aware that this is not just a woman’s disease.
Thanks you for reminding us Pam. Doctors need to be more vigilant and make men aware of this possibilty. Sending prayers for your husbands healing.
Yes and I was very fortunate to have it caught early, a lumpectomy and nothing else. I am 3 years breast cancer free. I have no family history of breast cancer, just calcification and I was being checked every 6 months for that. Mammograms are so important.
I’m so glad you caught yours early Janice! Sounds like you got great medical
Care.
My mother was also diagnosed with breast cancer in her early seventies, and the good news is that at that age it tends to be slow growing. She survived another 11 years and died of different causes. Thanks for your partnership with this cause, and I’m ordering these walking shoes right now!
I’m sorry to hear about your mom. It’s an insidious disease and the statistics are frightening. I’ll be proudly wearing these walking sneakers.
My husband’s mother died of breast cancer at age 42. He was 17 years old and this was very traumatic for him. He became a physician and had a long career as a doctor. He is 83 now so you know that was many years ago when diagnosis was not possible the way it is today. I love my Easy Spirit Denise Walker emove run/walk sneakers as well as several other styles. I also have wide problematic feet and love the sizing in these shoes.
I’ve read that breast cancer in younger women can be especially virulent. I’m grateful that early detection has improved so much.
I like your pants and jacket too. Do you have info on them?
Yes, my pants are here, and my jacket is here.
It’s a happy coincidence that I’m in the market for a new pair of walking shoes. Will check out these pink beauties.
I am a 7 year survivor of lobular breast cancer. Surgery, chemo and radiation are all in the rear view (hopefully). My type tends to return late if it returns at all, so I am diligent about breast exams and mammograms.
The only thing I’d add to your advice is to notice any changes in your breasts. Not all breast cancers form “lumps.” Mine did not. I did experience an onset of persistent soreness and pain. One of the reasons lobular is sometimes diagnosed at later stages is that its presentation is different. My advice is to be persistent and your own best advocate if you notice changes that don’t go away.
The great news about breast cancer is that more of us are surviving it! Treatment tools and aids have come a long way. There are many reasons to be optimistic even after a diagnosis.
Thank you so much for sharing about your symptoms Susan. I had no idea of the way that type of cancer presents. So happy you’re on the other side of it and remaining vigilant! Xo