On October 23, 2024, I was diagnosed with lower right lobe lung cancer with a total of 4 tumors. An additional MRI discovered 8 brain lesions/tumors.

I started radiation in early January 2025 and completed that round of treatment on January 28, 2025.

Radiation has caused me to lose my hair, but it's a good tradeoff to beat cancer, right?

I started my first round of chemo the next day, January 29, 2025, for 3 days. It's pretty strong, but no serious side effects, which is great news! But it sure has wiped me out physically.

I am currently not working and do not see myself returning until 2 weeks after the 4th and last round of chemo is done on April 4, 2025. Then I get to "Ring The Bell" and call myself a SURVIVOR!

So many people have been generous with gift cards for Uber and DoorDash, but cash flow for rent & utilities is a little hard to come up with right now.

Every little bit will help. I'd love to pre-pay my rent for a couple of months ($1350 a month). I am also carrying about 5k in medical debt and I would love to get that balance down (if possible).

My health insurance will flip to the new policy on April 4, 2025, then I'll have a new 3K deductible to meet.

Anything people can help with is so appreciated. Having cancer has truly changed my life, and I hope for the good. I am filled with gratitude for what people/friends have been giving me. I'm overwhelmed by the love and support I have gotten.

Feel free to reach out to me directly, glad to chat, catch up, etc.

All my love, Rachel