Team Marisela

Just a few short weeks ago Mari was diagnosed with Mantle Cell lymphoma Stage 4. This is a very rare form of cancer and in fact It makes up only 6% of all non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas. Many people have reached out to me in the last couple of weeks asking what they might be able to do for Mari... each convo started with “I know how strong she is” and ended with “I would like to do something, but.... I don’t want her to kick my ass” this is totally understandable as my Aunt established herself over 20+years as one of the toughest, independent,take no crap female police officers you would hope to never come into contact with. She was the first female swat member at Schenectady PD and still remains the only. Some of you know her as J Lo, or the former Downtown Schenectady beat officer, I know her as a devoted Mother, Grandmother, and Wife. I would like to provide a place where those who wish to give can. Feel free to take off your bullet proof vest Mari we got you! (those who know her know she might still be equipped with her boot knife, so don’t let your guard down) #Mariselastrong #cancershouldbescared #TeamMarisela