A 7-year-old boy in Lancaster, Ontario who is fighting leukemia is hoping people here will help him fulfill a birthday wish. Shane Bernier wants to receive the most birthday cards ever so he can beat a world’s record. That’s 350 million cards.
Bree Bullock, an employee of Ponderosa, has set up a box to collect cards for the young man at her place of employment. The business has agreed to ship the cards it receives to the boy. You can also mail a card to him directly at PO Box 484, Lancaster, Ontario, KOS 1N0, Canada.
Bullock can be reached at home at 573-747-1391 or at work at 756-1158 for additional questions.
“I was just very touched by his story,” she said. “I hope people will help him fulfill his wish.”
Bernier was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia when he was 5. He has recently had a relapse after 108 weeks of 130 weeks of treatment.
His birthday is May 30. He hasn’t asked for toys or money, just a birthday card from anyone who’d like to send one.
An online description of his wish at http://www.shaneswish.com says, “With every card, Shane’s courage grows. Something as simple as sending a birthday card couuld be enough to help Shane find peace and joy in his current circumstances.
“Please take the time to send a card to Shane and make his dream become a reality. Share his story with your friends, family, co-workers. If at all possible get your youth groups, church congregations, employees, neighbors or communities to set aside a few minutes to write a thoughtful note to Shane.
“With every card, Shane’s smile grows.”
Editor’s Note: A check with snopes.com verifies this is a legitimate claim and not an Urban Legend.
