Hello, my name is Aleshia. Most of you all seeing this probably already know me, and have watched Mustachio grow up over the last 13 years. We've been through so much, and it feels like it was just yesterday I brought him and his two siblings home.

He's the best, most beautiful and sweetest boy. My whole world.

We found out today that his liver is not functioning well, his white blood cell count is high, and he has a large mass in his abdomen.

He is on the elderly side, and the mass is so large... removing it may not be the safest/most ethical option at this time; and could cost in the thousands. It's risky and we physically do not have the funds (I would sink every last dollar I had to help him, it just wouldn't be enough to scrape the surface).

He is staying in the hospital for the next few days to receive IV fluids and antibiotics. Our goal is to hydrate him, treat any infection, and get his appetite back.

Unfortunately, we probably don't have a lot of time left with him, and this all feels so sudden.

The doctor has some hope that he may bounce back (at least for a little while more). We just want to keep him happy and comfortable for as long as possible. He is still getting around and very alert. He still wants to live and love and be loved. I know that one day soon that may quickly change, and we will have to make the hardest decision for his sake. But we don't believe that moment has arrived yet.

If you are able to help even a little, it is appreciated beyond words. Things have been difficult lately, and I'm not one to ask for help often, I just don't know what to do. Mustache deserves a chance for happy & pain free days for the time he has left, however long that may be. He deserves days of tapping on Mom's back demanding attention, singing in the bathtub, and all the smelly pate he can eat.

Thank you for caring and loving my boy enough to read this far. Please share.