Diary of a Cockeyed Optimist: A Memoir About Finding Joy
A project in Chicago, IL by Theresa L. Goodrich020days
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Status: Active
How a gut-punch diagnosis led to fear, anger, hope, gratitude, and the courage to stop waiting and create the life of my dreams.
Backers: 32
Average Daily Pledges: $124
Average Pledge Per Backer: $35
Funding: $1,120 of $500
Dates: Aug 18th -> Sep 15th (29 days)
Project By: Theresa L. Goodrich
Backers: 32
Average Daily Pledges: $124
Average Pledge Per Backer: $35
Funding: $1,120 of $500
Dates: Aug 18th -> Sep 15th (29 days)
Project By: Theresa L. Goodrich
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Latest News
OOPS! The Update Cut Off. HERE is the next stretch goal!
August 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Sorry for posting two updates in a row. I goofed up somehow and the first update got truncated. Oops! I wanted to let you know we've got another stretch goal to shoot for! When we reach $1500, every backer will get printable bookmarks of the 12 wigs.... (Read More)
YOU Did this! We're a "Project We Love!" Plus, next stretch goal!
August 25th - via: kickstarter.com
THANK YOU!!!! Last night I got the fantastic news that Kickstarter's selected Diary of a Cockeyed Optimist as a "Project We Love!" I've heard that part of the criteria for this honor is how much interaction a campaign gets, so this is thanks to you!... (Read More)
POLL! Our First Stretch Goal: REACHED! Bonus Joy for Everyone!
August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
I wasn't planning on sending an update today because I wanted to give you a break, but I've got some exciting news... We crossed $1,000 in two days! 🎉Thank you. Seriously. The response has already gone so far beyond what I hoped for when I hit... (Read More)
Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow at 8am CT!
August 19th - via: kickstarter.com
A quick heads-up: Early Bird pricing ends tomorrow morning, August 20, at 8am CT. Until then, you can save $5 on either of these rewards: Signed Paperback — $25 (instead of $30) Special Edition Hardcover — $55 (instead of $60) After 8am, those... (Read More)
Well, THAT was fast! Funded in 2hrs 25 min! Thank you!
August 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Holy Memoir! We funded in less than 2 1/2 hours. THANK YOU!!!! I'm thrilled to see this story resonates, and I'm excited to bring Diary of a Cockeyed Optimist into the world. And don't forget to sign up for 28 Days of Joy - a little nugget of action... (Read More)
Today! Campaign & 28 Days of Joy Launch Today!
August 18th - via: kickstarter.com
It’s finally here! At noon CT today, the Kickstarter for Diary of a Cockeyed Optimist officially launches, exactly six years after my breast cancer diagnosis. And with it, 28 Days of Joy begins! For the next 28 days, I’ll send you a simple daily... (Read More)
A Little Surprise for My Kickstarter Followers 💙
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
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