NEW SHIRT DESIGN for a Very Special Occasion

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Okay, now that I've got your attention... this really isn't just about a tee shirt, and it's certainly not about me.

PHIL BRABBS.

Cancer fighter. Source of inspiration. Devoted Father. Wolverine.

Most of you all know his story by now. Diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma at a very rare early age, Phil has made a choice to aggressively fight this thing with a pride and passion only a former Wolverine could muster. Spend some time on his blog, and I'm sure you'll be more appreciative of your own family and life this weekend.

Some of you may already know that Phil is an honorary captain for tomorrow's game.  Look for him to be featured in the first quarter, and I almost dare you not to stand at your feet for this courageous guy.  But, perhaps you feel compelled to help, and would like to do more. Well, you can!

Phil and his foundation CancerKicker.org/DomiNATION are hosting a TAILGATE event tomorrow morning/afternoon to raise awareness and (hopefully) funds to help fight Multiple Myeloma at UM. There'll be balloons, bracelets and other items there, including a t-shirt I designed in Phil's honor:

Phil Brabbs, vs. University of Washington

To my knowledge these shirts will be available for purchase, although they're sure to go quickly. If you want one stop by, or if you just want to help, Phil's team, led by his sister Brooke, are always looking for more volunteers to pitch a hand. If you'd like to get involved, the team offered this information:

They're meeting at 6am on the north end of the golf course, and hopefully looking to get a prime spot in the first row. Their spot will feature maroon balloons with 'MM' on them.  And their itinerary is as follows:

  • 8:00-10:00AM :: Cold Breakfast & Hot Coffee (you do not need to show up at 8am)
  • 10:00AM :: MM domiNATION Outreach Instructions (Teams pick up maps, bracelets and shirts)
  • 10:30AM :: Pep talk from Phil Brabbs
  • 11:00-1:00/30 :: MM domiNATION Outreach
  • 1:30PM-3:00PM :: Tailgate (food and drinks provided)
  • 3:30PM -6:30PM* :: MSU vs UM Game (Phil will be honored as the Honorary Captain in the 1st Quarter)
  • 7:00PM -9:00PM :: Post-game Tailgate (food and drinks provided)
  •    *if you aren't going to the game, you are welcome to hang out and watch the game from the tailgate

My only wish is that I could be there!!  But I hope to hear that you all stop by, and do your part in helping Phil fight the good fight not only for himself, but for all of the other patients sharing his diagnosis at UM and across the globe.  Do your part to help KICK CANCER!

GO BLUE!!

Comments

MGoShoe

October 8th, 2010 at 7:49 AM ^

...MM Outreach is as successful as I think it will be.  Lots of good information passed, and lots of money raised.  Congrats to Phil for this honor -- it will make a special day even more special as all the Michigan Faithful pay their due to the hero of the 2002 U-M - UW game who's become that much more of a hero to those in the MM community and beyond.

I highly encourage everyone to stop by the tailgate to buy a shirt, learn about MM, throw a little into the kitty and tell this particular Michigan Man that we're all behind him.

Cheri

October 8th, 2010 at 7:51 AM ^

I hope I can get the shirt on Saturday.  I plan to try to stop on by.  I work with Phil, and we really miss his smile and all around good attitude in the office.

 

Since we are doing a "denim day" in the office, we're all supposed to wear pink to help support the breast cancer cause, but I'm going to wear my Maize and Blue Dominate shirt because at least it's for fighting cancer, right?

 

Go Blue and Go Phil!!!  Keep Dominating that cancer!

Wolverine0056

October 8th, 2010 at 8:15 AM ^

Wow what a great t-shirt design. I wish I could be able to attend this great cause, but I will be watching the game in Kentucky this weekend. I will be cheering and clapping as Phil is introduced as the honorary captain. Keep fighting Phil!