By Brian Hews
Myra Muro is in the fight of her life.
She had dropped down to 107 pounds but since being in Arizona has regained her strength and energy.
“God gave us a promise, this isn’t a promise out of fear, it is a promise of hope,” Rosa said.
Myra has a two and a half year old son named Achillis. He recently came and visited his mother and the reunion was “amazing.” “He is the light of her entire world.”
The treatment is expensive, nearly $270 a day for treatment, and she has five treatments per week. “Medical insurance doesn’t cover any of these expenses, and they have also had to spend $1,000 a month for a one bedroom apartment, and more than $700 for a special monthly diet.
The family is in need of raising an additional $20,000 to $25,000 to finish the treatment. “It sounds like a lot, like the cost of a new car. We are holding onto a God’s promises of healing, and we will not give up hope,” Rosa said.
The community is being asked to attend a special fundraiser for Myra at St. Linus Catholic Church on Friday, August 24th from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Msgr. McNulty Hall and Gymnasium. A donation of $10 for adults and $7 for children is being asked for a taco dinner plate, but any and all donations will be accepted and appreciated.
St. Linus is located at 13934 Shoemaker Avenue, in Norwalk, across the street from John Glenn High School.
“I have known Myra for much of her life. She is a true product of Norwalk and our community,” said longtime friend Socorro Lizalde, who is helping plan the fundraiser.
“My daughter Marissa and Myra were cheerleaders growing up. I can relate to the fear she is going through. As a parent, this is our worst nightmare. I applaud the family for taking these steps. She has touched a lot of lives. We hope that anyone who has been touched by her can step up and donate to help her in this difficult time,” said Lazalde.
“The spiritual is the most important aspect of fighting this battle,” Lazalde said.
Artesia community member Pat Pacheco is organizing the fundraiser, and Rosa said that “she as amazing, a giving and so touched, to help bring the community together to help us.”
“Myra’s attitude is very positive and she has a great outlook,” Rosa said. “This is a journey she is on, and she is not sad.”
For more information call Pat at 562 244-3504. For those who cannot attend a PayPal Account has been established. The Pay Pal Account code is: [email protected]
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