From Kayla
To all who have been to this site and have shown me such tremendous support and love,
The fund raising efforts and generous donations on my
behalf are truly incredible. After my sudden diagnosis in July, I began to be
surrounded by so many people who just wanted to support and raise money for
me. It’s hard to even believe that money was my biggest concern throughout
the diagnosis. All those who have contributed on my behalf have really helped
to change my focus to getting better and caring for my body. I’ve always
been a very independent person and I’ve really strived to become a financially
independent woman these past few years. What I’m now realizing is that
in this moment in my life I can not do it all alone. It’s a truly humbling
experience for me to accept the many generous donations. The past two months
have led to the most incredible change in my life, but I know that my life will
continue in a direction I want it to be in as long as I continue to stay positive
and have trust in the Lord. I’ve already been blessed so much in my life
and I am so thankful to have been in Reno when I was first diagnosed. I didn’t
realize how many friends and loved ones I had here until I saw my family leave
the hospital after my surgery. There has been not only an outpouring of my friends,
coworkers and neighbors; there has been an outpouring of support from the entire
community. It has been really beautiful to see how many people have come together
to show their love and support. I know that there is no way for me to include
everyone who has donated money, sent me flowers, resources, and shown me love,
but I would be truly ungrateful if I didn’t mention the many others around
the country who have also shown their love and support through donations and
positive thoughts. There are so many stories of the help I’ve received
that it is hard for me to express how truly grateful and loved I feel. For all
those who have shown their love and support, and for all those who may be in
a similar situation, please know that I am thankful for you and will keep fighting
the good fight.
Kayla Nebeker