Fun and Silly Kids Mustache Crafts for Movember

Support Men's Health during the month of November by sporting a real of fake moustache!! I've created a little Pinterest Round-up of a few cute and fun mustache crafts that are sure to put you in the Movember mood! :D

ENJOY!

DIY Mustache Pacifiers

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Babies first 'stache

Easy Glitter Mustache Christmas Ornament DIY

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Who said that you couldn't theme your Christmas using the good ol' mustache!?

Mustache Mug

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"I mustache you what your drinking there miss."

Silly Mustaches

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Isn't my best-friend the coolest mustache model that you ever did see?

Emergency Mustache

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Never leave home without your handy dandy Emergency Moustache!!
You never know when you'll need a quick 'stach, without warning!!

Silly Mustache Straws

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Didn't you know that a straw'stache is all the rage this month?

Felt Shoe'staches

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Those are some fancy shoes you have there,
I mustache you how you made them?!

Mustache Hairbows

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There's no better place for a hairy moustache then on-top of a hairy head! Don't you agree?

Don't forget to visit the host blogs to view the full craft and directions!

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Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction

On October 29th, beginning at 7:30pm EST, I'll be hosting an Awareness Auction for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It's being called the Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction and I've gotten some really great items from wonderful sponsors, that will be auctioned off for donations to be put toward helping victims of domestic violence. The Auction will be begin on October 29 and will continue on for 24-48 hours. The length depends on the turn out. Some of the items being auctioned off will be Jewelry, New Kids Toys, Hand-Made Purple Ribbon Art, Woman's Trench-Coat, plus more! All money raised during the auction will be donated to help Domestic Violence Services in Buncombe County, NC. Helpmate is a domestic violence help center and shelter located in Asheville NC and has been helping the victims of Buncombe County for over 30 years. They have sheltered and assisted many women and children who were being abused by a loved one. Helpmate is my chosen non-profit to help out this year. I personally know how hard it can be to get out of a troubling situation of that sort and that's the exact reason why I'm holding this auction - To do my part in helping to Stop Domestic Violence and Spread the much needed Awareness!

To get a sneak peak of what's to come during the Purple Ribbon Awareness Auction, I hope you will attend the Purple Ribbon Awareness Twitter Party on October 23 at 8pm EST. During the party, participants will get the chance to win a few small prizes to help stir up excitement for the auction. There will be trivia questions and possibly even a small scavenger hunt. I'll also be sharing tips and information about Domestic Violence as well as how and where you can find help if you ever happen to find yourself or a loved one in trouble. As mentioned, I myself am a Domestic Violence Survivor and know how the smallest amount abuse can cause lasting effects which has the ability change you, as a person, as well as the way you view life. During the Twitter Party I'll share a few details of my story and give some insights of what to expect during the Awareness Auction on 10/29. By attending the Party and Auction, you will not only be helping out and supporting a great cause but you can also do some early Holiday shopping as well! They'll be items for children as well as adults and Don't forget that ALL PROCEEDS GO TO HELPING TO STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, Every dime :)

Strength comes in numbers and I am only 1!

If we all come together, learn our options, get to know ourselves and each other while standing strong together as ONE... We can spark a change! I'm not just talking about women and children being the victims... Men can be used and abused just as easily as women can, it just don't happen as often so it's less talked about.

Domestic Abuse is similar to being a huge purple elephant in the middle of a crowed room while no one is brave enough to ask questions! This year - these purple elephants are going to be heard!

Among the prizes available are: One-of-a-kind Hand-Made Awareness Art, A Children's Book, DVDs and more. 
keep up with all of the activities during the Twitter party, Follow the username @AutoFaerie and the hastag #PurpleRibbonAwareness

Did You Know? - Domestic Violence Addition

Learn the Sad Truth about Domestic Violence and Abuse!

Did You Know...

• Most domestic violence incidents are never reported.
• Women are more likely to be killed by their intimate partner than men.
• 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men are victims of Domestic Violence
• Every 15 seconds, a woman is being beaten in the US. - Dept. of Justice
• Women between the ages 20-24 have the greatest risk of nonfatal Domestic Violence, involving their intimate partner.
• Domestic Violence affects all people, no matter your income - But... people with lower annual income are at a 3x higher risk for Domestic Violence than others who have a higher annual income.
• 3 out of 4 Americans either know someone personally who is or has been a victim of domestic violence or are victims themselves! (That's almost 75% of Americans!)
• On estimate, more than 3 women and 1 man are murdered by their intimate partners in the US every day.
• Women are victims of over 4 million physical assaults and rapes, because of their intimate partners.
• Men experience almost 3 million physical assaults from their partners.
• 1 out of 3 women who have been abused, have never told anyone.
• 64% of women who experience violence, have mentioned that their children have witnessed violence as well.
• More than 60% of Domestic Violence situations happen at home.
• Without help, Girls who are victims of Domestic Violence are more vulnerable to abuse as teens and adults.
• Without help, Boys who witness Domestic Violence are at a higher risk of becoming abusers of their own partners and/or children as adults, which continues the Cycle of Violence throughout the next generation.

I'm a Survivor and You can be too!

Content Sources:

dvrc-or.org

www.safehorizon.org

Photo Source:

www.peasexpeace.org

Helping to Turn Victims into Survivors

~ Domestic Violence Awareness Month ~

Helping to turn Victims into Survivors!

No woman, man or child deserves to be abused by someone they love. Having the trust ripped out from underneath you is much worse than you think. It can be life changing and leaves you feeling damaged... The worse part is feeling trapped without any choices. It's a sad place to be and you will gain no good from ignoring your pain and "toughing it out for the kids." That phrase needs to be erased from our vocabulary because truthfully.... What advantages do you think a child receives when they have to deal with violence and abuse at home? Divorce/Separation is always hard at first, for children and parents, but the benefits are much higher and safer than Injury, Depression, Fear, Loss of Self-Confidence and possible Loss of Life...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and My Kind Of Introduction will be sharing all sorts of information, personal stories, giveaways and so much more throughout the next few weeks. I'll have local information as well as information that will help you no matter where you're at in the world.

I want to start out by sharing a bit of my story.

My name is Autumn and I am a WAHM of 2 daughters, I also have 2 step-sons who don't live with us. I live with my daughters and fiancé in North Carolina and as you know... I run this blog, My Kind Of Introduction, as well as sell Soy Candles and Spa Supplies from SoyL Scents. I'm just like everyone else - I'm a normal girl, living a normal life. I'm also a Domestic Violence Survivor.
My childhood memories are a mix of wonderful moments along with many not so great memories. I've seen a lot of things that a young girl shouldn't of had to witness and my little brothers have too. I've gave my brothers comfort when the yelling got too bad in the rest of house. I've ran away, just to climb back in through my bedroom window. I watched my mom  get abused for years, I've been abused myself (Physically and Emotionally) . But I don't let all of that bring me down. You have to think on the bright side... I got out of the abusive home many years ago and  my mom is no longer married to the man who hurt us. It may have taken us some time and alot of strength, but we did it.
There is HOPE out there!!

If you or someone you know is being abused, get help NOW! The situation will only get worse with time and you never know what day will be too late. 

During the month of October, I've chosen to help out a local Domestic Violence Help Center and Shelter in Asheville NC called Helpmate. They are located in downtown Asheville and have helped many women and children throughout their time of operation. Helpmate has a Wish List on their website full of many items that are needed for them to continue helping all of their clients who are in need. I've decided to host a few donation drives, in hopes to collect some of the supplies that are needed.

Some examples of the items that I'm collecting this month are:

• Book Donation: Used/New Children Books, School and Office Supplies (paper, notebooks, small calendars, crayons, pens, pencils)

• Clothes Donation: New or Slightly Used Winter Clothes and shoes for kids of all ages (Newborn - Teenager) & Adult Women Clothes in all sizes. - New Socks and Underwear for children and adults.

• Household Donation: Kitchen Items (Stainless Steel Pots & pans for the Shelter, Tableware, silverware) Alarm Clocks, CD Player/Radios,  bedding, table lamps, Mops, Brooms, Blankets, other home needs.

• Gift Card Donation: Helpmate also accepts gift cards for stores like Walmart, KMart, BiLo's, Ingles, Old  Navy and other stores where needed items can be purchased. After long thought, I've realized that many people give gift cards during holidays and birthdays and such, but not all of those gift cards are used. Maybe you don't shop at the store that the gift card is from, or you've already purchased what you want from the store and have a balance left over that you would like to donate. You don't have to spend money to do the right thing. Every little bit counts and can help out a family in need. (Gift cards are used to purchase Shoes and Clothing, Food, Household Items, Toiletries etc.)

Other items that are also needed are: Personal bathroom items  such as Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, tampons, toilet paper, etc. Non-perishable Food is always needed as well as Baby Supplies such as Diapers, Baby Wipes, Clothing, Furniture, etc.

I will also be taking Monetary Donations for Domestic Violence Awareness as well and would love your help and support!!
Donate to the cause using the button below or through PayPal with the following email:
(DomesticViolenceAwareness.MKOI@yahoo.com)

All collections will go toward Domestic Violence Services in North Carolina and are greatly appreciated!

Thank you for supporting this cause!

Domestic Violence is a dangerous curse that is poisoning the save haven that we all know as Home. Something has to be done!

If you would like to be a sponsor, donate any items to the cause or have ideas to help out, Send me an email at AutoFaerie@gmail.com. I’ll be collecting donations throughout all of October and can meet up with local contributors. At the end of the month, I will be personally delivering all collected items to Helpmate in Asheville, NC. The Donation Paypal account will continue to stay active, I'll be accepting monetary donations for Helpmate and Domestic Violence Awareness for as long as they are given.

Help me add more Purple Ribbons to the line of popular Awareness Ribbons that are promoted and seen everywhere.