people ask often what they do to help me out. it's hard to answer that. i'm lucky so far, and i don't need much other than the money to keep paying for the insurance that will pay for my care. however, and it's a big HOWEVER.
lots of people with my disease need much more than this. what can you do to help? donate money to the leukemia and lymphoma society. they normally have a fund that helps people like me pay co-pays and such, but it is closed currently because there is no money. donate blood and blood products. when and if leukemia advances people living with it require blood transfusions and platelets. register for the bone marrow registry. this, this is huge. until about 10 years ago all people living with CML ended up with a bone marrow transplant to try to survive. there are still plenty of people living with leukemia who must get a transplant. if they can. if they can find a match.
finally.... and perhaps most importantly... whether you believe in prayer or positive thoughts or whatever, send all of that you can my way! and know that whatever you do, i truly appreciate it!
hugs
rita
Positive thoughts and good wishes coming your way.
ReplyDeleteI think of you every day and often in the day too... You give so much to others, this is the least I can do... (Sabrina)
ReplyDeleteRita I just learned about your cancer today. Sorry for being so unaware. This is a very unselfish post. I will pray for your recovery and treatment. I remember how happy you were recently to be losing weight. And now this? Wow. Congratulations on being thinner, and bless your heart for going forth with such a good attitude. I know its not easy but you're doing an awesome job and are an inspiration to anyone dealing with adversity. Take care!! XOXOX
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