MESSAGE FROM MARSHA SCHMIT

I would like to extend a warm heartfelt thank you to everyone that helped provide Christmas gifts, wrapping and delivery of the gifts to six families this year. I work with women who are diagnosed with breast cancer that are in the midst of treatment who have young children, and Christmas becomes another huge challenge for these families.

Once again the loving, generous staff at Hurley stepped up to fill the gap and I want each of you to know how much I appreciate you. The giving was beyond measure and the love that was wrapped in these beautiful packages was notable.

The moms cried tears of joy as they received the beautiful packages. I also received emails and photos of happy children and grateful parents that wanted to send their appreciation to staff. One mom wrote: “Thanks to everyone that made Christmas Day a beautiful and happy day for my children!! We are deeply grateful for everything. The smiles on their faces are priceless. I couldn't accomplish this without the Cancer Foundation at HMC. I am so blessed to have people in my life that are so caring and compassionate. Thank you so much!! Merry Christmas from the Hightower Family.”

I would like to acknowledge the following departments and people who assisted with this beautiful labor of love: 9E Oncology, Pharmacy, Same Day Surgery, the Cancer Registrar, Wound Care, 9E Educator, Grand Blanc River Women's Group, Earnestine Pearson, Patty Creighton and Maria Frye.

On behalf of the families and myself, thank you for being so willing to make personal sacrifices in order to impact the lives of those going through a difficult time. Once again realizing our mission of service to people. Happy New Year!

Sincerely and Gratefully,

Marsha Schmit

Marsha Schmit RN Breast Cancer Navigator