Though the weather did not cooperate and we couldn't hold the event at the Arneson River Theater as planned, the shave went smoothly enough that we were able to include two groups of last-minute shavees. Harold jumped at the opportunity - he had thought the event was just for moms, and though the focus is on moms, there were plenty of siblings, dads, advocates, survivors and supporters both male and female joining the eponymous Mommas as Honorary Mommas shaving.
Before, During, and After Harold's Shave
It was a great opportunity to meet other cancer families, especially other Angel Moms. One was Carla, an almost 40-year survivor of childhood cancer who now fights for all the kids. She has a large collection of bracelets, to which has been added a Team Alan's Angels bracelet.
As one of the Mommas said, Carla bleeds gold
It was an amazing group of people, coming together from all over the US and Canada to fight childhood cancer. Some have been with the 46 Mommas through all four years of their campaign, some were first-timers like us. It was a wonderful community though, and one we look forward to being a part of going forward.
Stay tuned for word from Harold on what he plans to do with this bald head and other exciting news about our relationship with St. Baldrick's!
An amazing group!
Harold shaving
Kevin takes pictures of Harold shaving, thanks to the Pablove Foundation Shutterbug program
Kevin as a paparrazzo
Canadian Mommas!
Harold and Kevin with Miss Ginger, Lisa's mom, post-shave
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[video - Harold Shaves with the 46 Mommas 2013]
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