WHO & WHAT - I'm shaving my head to raise money for childhood cancer research!
WHY - There are many reasons why i shave my head and not a single good reason why not to. The primary reason is personal. Patrick, my nephew, has been one of those children diagnosed every 2 minutes.....Seven times.
Starting when he was 5 years old, Cancer has abruptly burst into his life 7 times. Yet, he continues to be positive, compassionate, caring and selfless. He exemplifies strength in the face of adversity and has a sense of determination that is unrivaled. It is for him that i shave my head. No child should have to endure one diagnosis and treatment, let alone seven.
A little more of Patrick's story- -
http://www.wdrb.com/story/37526472/u-of-l-freshman-determined-to-beat-leukemia-despite-six-relapses-in-13-years
Another really good reason why - Kids' cancers are different from adult cancers, and their research remains extremely underfunded. St Baldrick's mission is to find cures for childhood cancers and five survivors long and healthy lives.
Now I need your help! Will you make a donation? Every dollar makes a difference for the thousands of infants, children, teens, and young adults fighting childhood cancers.