On February 23rd, 2022, our worlds were turned on it's axis.

That morning I received a call telling me that my 1-year-old baby had been diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia, a rare type of cancer with currently 3000 cases, and my Nyomi makes 3001.

It is a parents' worse nightmare to hear that big 'C' word, cancer. Every day I wake up on this hospital couch, I think, "it's only a dream, and when I wake up, I'm gonna be at home," ...then I open my eyes and see my little girl hooked to an infusion pump.

Since February 24th, 2022, Nyomi has been undergoing both in-patient and out-patient chemotherapy, and as of today, July 22, 2022, we're still admitted to the hospital for an extended stay. Although this form of cancer usually has a favorable outcome, it's saddening to know that her quality of life won't be the same as the average baby over the next few years, and it is still a walk into the unknown.

Being a single mom, I have carried all the weight financially. It has been tough covering her medical expenses, food, and our bills since I am here day in and day out without her father and any odd job I take on; I'm unable to maintain long enough due to constantly being in the hospital. I have been trying so hard, and making a GoFundMe is my last resort because I have always been private, but as I am constantly reminded, 'it takes a village.' Now, I need my village. I can no longer carry this burden alone, and I need help.

It's been an uphill battle, but Nyomi has kept her spirit and smile. Nyomi is one tough cookie, and to be honest, if I were going through half of the things she has been through, I would have already folded. But I ask for all your prayers and well wishes, and if you see to it in your heart to donate, it's definitely needed and will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you all, and may God bless you!