Hi friends!
Many of us have been gearing up for today (December 18), the first Glitter for Lipedema Day. This fun event was set up by the admins of the Lipedema Friends International Facebook group. For me, I spent more time thinking of what I would do, and being nervous about it than actually just snapping a few pics. Next year, I’ll be ready. I will say that for me, my plan was to do several pics and blast social media throughout the day, including (GASP!) my LinkedIn, which I usually protect fiercely with only professional posts, etc.
According to Nicky Gregory, who is one of the admins of the group, “On the surface of things, Glitter for Lipoedema Day is a bit of light-hearted fun – and that is exactly as it should be. However, behind the fun is a very serious purpose. (Lipedema and Lipoedema are the same, but spelled and pronounced differently if you’re in different places.)
This is an opportunity for all of us to come together, as a global community, and to raise awareness for this disease, which dictates so much of how we live our lives. We all know that awareness is woefully lacking, as is quality of care. This doesn’t only affect us but also the millions of women who don’t even know what is wrong with them.
So, if glitter isn’t really your thing – make an exception.
If you don’t normally talk about your condition – make an exception.
If you aren’t one for taking part in awareness days – make an exception.
This is our chance to all come together and make a difference. This is our opportunity to show the world that we are here and that we matter. This is our time to stand up and be counted!
So, please join me in celebrating Glitter for Lipoedema Day on the 18th of December. Let’s fill our community group pages with our sparkly pics, share on our socials, tag friends and family and use the hashtags #glitter4lipoedema, #glitter4lipedema.
Let’s make a difference!”
So here we go! #glitter4lipoedema #glitter4lipedema. Thanks Nicky and Gang for setting this up. I hope to do it again next year!
Also, here’s the link for the Lipedema Friends International group if you haven’t joined yet. It’s a warm and friendly no-drama group, which we all love. https://www.facebook.com/groups/216452293292034/
Susan
PS: I’m assuming we’ll do this again next year so be watching the clearance sales in a couple of weeks after the new year, and grab a sparkly thing on the cheap, so we can be ready!
