



Terri (Tee Lee) is one of the most vibrant, dynamic, and remarkable people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is a kind and loving mother to her two girls, a vivacious and talented woman, and a generous and compassionate friend to all. She has weathered storm after storm in the last few years, including a devastatingly abusive relationship, neurosurgery for an aneurysm in her brain, homelessness, and unemployment as a result of her health concerns.

Through all of her trials, she has faced life with strength and a smile, and no small amount of tenacity. She has put her children's needs ahead of her own, fought her way out of joblessness and recently landed a stellar position that will eventually lead to financial independence for herself and her beautiful girls.





Unfortunately, just when life seemed to be making a turn for the better, Terri was dealt a devasatating blow. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and scheduled for surgery in October to remove the malignant mass from her breasts. As difficult a diagnosis as this is to receive, Terri was still full of hope and good humor.

"Well at least I won't have to spend hours and hours bra shopping, huh?" she might say with a wink and a chuckle.





But even though she put on a brave front, those that are close to her know what a struggle it is for her to keep taking positive steps in her life, while knowing what lies ahead - hospitalization, surgery, possible chemotherapy, and a long recovery. There are times when just getting out of bed seems like an insurmountable task, and yet she gets up, dons a smile, and faces each day head on. She is truly an inspiration to everyone around her.

While Terri has been embarking on her new career and preparing for her upcoming surgery, her doctors discovered more unpleasant news - Terri also has leukemia. She will be meeting with an oncologist later today to discuss her next steps, and may be immediately admitted to the hospital depending on what the test results say.



This is what brought me to create this fund today. Having just started a new job, Terri does not have the financial means to support herself and her girls while going through extensive cancer treatment and recovery.



Though her first surgery to repair an aneurysm was successful, she still has several others in her heart and brain that doctors are monitoring closely while addressing her other medical needs. There is a strong likelihood that she will need brain and/or heart surgery in the future, and right now I am reaching out to everyone that reads this to please find it in your hearts to contribute any amount you can spare towards her quickly mounting medical costs.

If there is anyone in this world that deserves the love and support of our human community, it is Terri. She has so much love and generosity in her heart; I know she would do the same for others were the tables turned.



Thank you for reading Terri's story, and thank you for offering your support during this difficult time.

Love and Gratitude.



