An Extraordinary Woman

Idea and Intention

The original intention behind “An Extraordinary Woman” was to send a special gift to all the incredible women in my life just to let them know how wonderful I think they are. By sending it out and asking them to forward it along to all the special women in their lives I started to imagine how many people would be touched by this one simple act of kindness. I hope that you will participate with me to spread this special gift around the world.

Extraordinary Woman Project

While creating this gift, the intention grew into a very special project. I had no idea that there are so many lives affected by cancer on a daily basis and felt a tremendous need to help in some way. In turn, I came up with an idea to raise money to help these women who are trying to heal. Not for research, but to find an organization that I could donate to whose main focus is to supply help with everyday things that may be difficult to accomplish while undergoing treatment.

The simple tasks of household responsibilities like laundry, preparing meals, and getting the kids off to school become very stressful when coupled with the complications of overcoming the disease. I truly believe that by alleviating this kind of pressure the door will be open for healing in a peaceful environment.

Raising Money

The way I will be raising money for our featured organizations is through the sale of “An Extraordinary Woman”. By clicking on the “buy the song” button you can download An Extraordinary Woman for 99 cents.  I will personally donate all the net proceeds from the downloads to Singleton Moms and Angels 4 TLC. Please join me in helping these truly Extraordinary Women who are fighting for their lives.

Our Featured Organizations:

Debra Ferreira

    Debra Ferreira is one Extraordinary Fighter and a dear friend of mine for almost 30 years.  We met back in 1982 working at Brooks Fashions in the Puente Hills Mall.  We became fast friends and most of my memories with Deb are filled with laughter.  We eventually moved in different directions but never lost touch with each other. 

   10 Years ago Debra shared me with me that she had been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer.  I was so saddened by the news.  I have to say Debra is one of the strongest women I know and because of her incredible strength and faith she eventually went into remission.  What a hero!

     Her most recent health concern came the beginning 2009 when she was admitted into the hospital with kidney failure.  Her cancer is in need of treatment again and will be facing immediate chemotherapy once the doctors have her kidney function under control. 

   I wanted to help in some way so I have decided to change gears a little and start raising support for Debra’s treatment.  For the next however many months all proceeds of the Extraordinary Woman gift sets will be sent directly to a fund for Debra in hopes that with your support and the support of her friends and family, we can raise $50,000.    If you would like to read about her journey, please go to www.debatimetogiveback.blogspot.  I thank you in advance for your help.

Singleton Moms

Our mission is to help single mothers with cancer be able to look forward to recovery and a bright future without feeling overwhelmed by financial and/ or household obligations. Obligations, if left unattended, would otherwise affect the well being and future of them and their children.

Our vision is to build an inspiring organization that uplifts and changes lives for both the women helped and those who help them. To remain a reputable organization that members of the community are proud and excited to work with. We aspire as an organization to continuously stay grounded by always keeping a personal one on one relationship with every family who receives our services. You can personally help by making a donation at http://www.singletonmoms.org/

The Angels 4 TLC

The Angels 4 TLC Foundation was created on behalf of Trycia Lynn Carlberg, an incredibly talented and professional dancer/singer for over 14 years, who was recently diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. With such an aggressive form of cancer, Trycia needs the best, most progressive treatment possible. She is featured in our video and is truly an Extraordinary Fighter and Woman!

Trycia hopes that with this foundation, she will be able to assist others who are battling cancer. The goal is to provide a service for women who don't have friends or family close by to provide rides, meals, financial support, an ear to talk to, etc.

You can help in her healing process by making a donation at http://www.angels4tlc.org