Hello. My name is Kimberly. Last Tuesday, on the 21st of June, my mom passed away.

I know that everyone says the same thing about their mothers. Using words to describe them like wonderful, beautiful, or caring. I am biased, of course, but there was something extraordinary and spectacular about my mother. She just had this air about her. The kind that allows one to breathe a little better when in her presence. She was the mom everyone wanted to have. The one who loved and accepted you without fear or judgment. The one who sacrificed everything throughout the entirety of her life for her children and others. In the end, she left a hole in the universe that nothing could ever fill.

I am seeking assistance with medical bills that accumulated after her Cancer diagnosis in February of this year. The Cancer (liver) hit hard and progressed fast. So fast, it left my dad in financial distress where he will more than likely now have to sell his home (not paid off) and find somewhere to go since my dad is of retiring age with no retirement. Like many of us in the United States, I am not in a great financial position to help as much as I want. I have spent most of what I have trying to help him.

The money will go towards all the medical bills racked up from the many visits and hospital stays. The funds will ease my father's burden while he transitions into this new stage of life without his wife's comfort, warmth, and strength.

I wish I had the strength to write more, but the hole left in my heart and mind are drained with the heaviness of pain and sadness.

To anyone who wants to donate: Thank you. From the depths of my soul, know that my father and I appreciate you and the kindness you are showing these strangers. Your generosity is definitely noticed. You are the type of people this world needs more of.

-Kim