Dear Friends and Family,

I wanted to take a moment to share an update with all of you—many have been reaching out, checking in, and sending love, and I am beyond grateful. Life these past two months has been incredibly difficult. My tumors were shrinking, and I felt hopeful, but then my latest scan revealed that the cancer had not only worsened a little, but also another small spot was found on my liver. That news shattered me in ways I can’t even describe.

I have never experienced such deep fear and hopelessness. It was like everything around me turned dark overnight. I spiraled into a depression so heavy that I wouldn’t wish it upon my worst enemy. Every morning was a battle—I didn’t want to get out of bed or face another day. I felt trapped in my own body, suffocating under the weight of despair. I felt trapped, disconnected, lost in a place between not wanting to live and not wanting to die. Panic attacks, chest pain, exhaustion—I was barely able to function. The thought of food made me sick, and within a week, I lost 10 pounds. I truly believed I was fading away.

Through all of this, Andrey has been my lifeline. He took on every single responsibility—parenting, managing the household, caring for me—without a single complaint. He reassured me every step of the way that we would get through this. His faith and strength held me up when I had none left in me. He deserves the world for everything he’s carried through this journey.

Thankfully, prayer and fasting from so many of you helped lift me from that darkness. God has been faithful, and though this journey is far from over, I am fighting with everything I have.

Since my original chemo stopped working, my oncologist switched me to a new treatment, along with hormone blockers. The side effects have been tough—nausea, fatigue—but I recently received good news: My cancer markers dropped significantly within weeks. That was a victory I desperately needed!

In addition to conventional medicine, I’ve started working with an incredible naturopath oncologist. His protocol is intense, requiring full commitment—clean eating, juicing, detoxing, and his herbal treatments. It’s not easy, but I already feel a massive shift in my energy levels. Most importantly, my depression completely lifted within two weeks of starting his protocol. That alone feels like a miracle!

I genuinely believe I am on the path to healing. But the reality is that this fight is expensive, and many of my treatments are not covered by insurance. We have been relying on faith, generosity, and the kindness of others to get through each month.

We would be forever grateful if you felt led to help, whether through prayer, encouragement, or financial support. No amount is too small—it all makes a difference in this fight for my life. This season has been one of the hardest, but I know that with your love and God’s grace, we will overcome.

Thank you for walking this journey with us. Your kindness means more than you’ll ever know.

Love, Tanya