Bo Anderson
East Dallas’ Bo Anderson, an 8th grader at St. Bernard school near White Rock Lake who has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, is an artist. His work was selected for a book that will raise money for the Children’s Cancer Fund.
Children’s Cancer Fund will host its 24th Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, in the Trinity Ballroom of the Hilton Anatole Hotel to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
At the fundraiser, organizers will unveil the 2012 Children’s Cancer Fund Inspiration Book showcasing original artwork by young cancer patients, including Bo, inspired by their experiences with cancer. Bo’s contribution is that of “two lions overlooking a cliff ,” according to a press release; looks to me like that beautiful scene from The Lion King in which young Simba and King Mufasa discuss the secrets of life.
Bo should enjoy an exciting day at the luncheon where he will get to meet the likes of Troy Aikman, Roger Staubach, Drew Pearson, Miss Texas Kendall Morris and Rudy Gatlin, to name a few. Plus, he will participate in a special runway show with 37 other young cancer survivors.
On a personal note, my daughter is friends with Bo Anderson. I remember the day a few years ago that we found out he had cancer. It sort of shook the whole little community. We visited him at Children’s Hospital and, honestly, it was frightening.The whole Anderson family, including Bo’s too-cute little sister Camille, has been unbelievably strong through the experience. So, hey, what I am saying is, buy a book! They are $16 a copy through Children’s Cancer Fund at 972.664.1450 or childrenscancerfund.net.
If you care to attend the event:
Tickets for the 24th Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show are $150 per person or $1,250 per table of ten. For reservations and more information, readers can contact Children’s Cancer Fund at 972-664-1450 or visit childrenscancerfund.net.
East Dallas student Bo Anderson's work appears in the 2012 Children’s Cancer Fund Reflection Book.
Celebrities along with 38 young cancer survivors will attend next week's fundraiser.
