Help Melissa fight Cancer!

Family & Friends,

Melissa was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 Renal(Kidney) Cancer! Due to the characteristics of the tumor, containing the cancer, it automatically makes it stage 4. Without surgery her life span is 2 years or less. Immediately following her diagnosis, her team of doctors began a series of tests so they can begin her treatment immediately. I know this will be a long and tedious treatment plan, but we are so blessed that she is going to receive the absolute best care from some of the most experienced doctors in this  She will be going in for surgery within the next week to remove the tumor containing the cancer  within her kidney which would allow her to keep both kidneys . This is not 100% promised that she can keep both kidneys but we're being hopeful and optimistic.  Nothing is 100% known until doctors begin surgery. As most of you know,, Melissa is self employed having no health insurance, no paid time off or sick pay. She will not be able to work for Approx 6 weeks. In addition she needs medications, will have medical bills, and numerous other tests before and after surgery.  She will also need genetic testing to find out why she developed this type of cancer at such a young age.  We're asking for any help you can give Melissa to relieve the heavy burdens impacted by her recent diagnosis. Any help  is very much appreciated. 

Please keep Melissa & her family lifted up in your prayers. She have been dealt an excruciating blow and has a long battle ahead towards recovery.