Support Frankie in the Fight Against Leiomyosarcoma Cancer

Hi friends, its Frankie, I was diagnosed with Leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. This diagnosis has turned my life upside down, and I am reaching out for your support. About nine years ago I lost my sister Angela, to her battle with cancer. My diagnosis brings back that feeling of uncertainty, and helplessness. Soon after her passing I obtained a funeral policy for myself. Fast foward to today I have been trying to plan and prepare as much as possible, but I am learning to ask for help when I need it. Today I am asking for your support throughout this next chapter of saying F U to Cancer and defray expenses. Despite having insurance the out of pocket expenses are adding up quickly.

Storytime: After a car accident in April I had to undergo surgery to remove a large fibroid, that due to the stress of the accident caused it to flair up. Turns out it was a tumor. A week after surgery I received the devastating news that I have high-grade Leiomyosarcoma, less than 1% of people are diagnosed with a sarcoma cancer and a smaller percentage of that are diagnosed with Leiomyosarcoma. Lucky me huh? This aggressive cancer requires extensive treatment, including, chemotherapy, and later on radiation therapy. I have luckily been taken on as a patient with MD Anderson. Had a few minor complications Monday, but was able to start chemo on Tuesday. With chemo I am at 70%-75% survival. I am trying to remember to have the serenity of mind to accept that which cannot be changed; courage to change that which can be changed, and the wisdom to know the difference.

As a mother, my greatest fear is not being able to be there for my children or my grandson. I want to see my youngest son graduate high school, be there for my daughter's weddings, my grandson's first day of school and all the in-between. Your support will give me the resources I need to fight this battle and focus on my recovery.

I am incredibly grateful for any support you can provide, whether it's through donations or sharing this campaign with others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of my journey and helping me in this fight against Leiomyosarcoma. F U Cancer.