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<div><strong>Tier 1: </strong>Any donation of at least $50 (USD) gets you a copy of the book when it is published.
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<div><strong>Tier 2:</strong> $200 gets you the book, a Battle For The Bulge t-shirt, and regular progress reports and exclusive first glance excerpts.
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<div><strong>Tier 3: </strong>$500 gets you that PLUS your name (or company logo) on the back of a custom t-shirt as a donor/supporter.
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<div><strong>Tier 4: </strong>$750 or more gets all that AND a special acknowledgement in a prominent place in the book.
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<div><strong>Tier 5:</strong> (Corporate level - limited to 5) $1000 gets all that AND your logo on the back cover/dust jacket of the book and your logo on this webpage and other marketing materials.
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<div><strong>People need to know how to battle and fight well despite the uncertainty.</strong> In November of 2023, life took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Initially dubbed "the easy" kind with a promising 99% cure rate, my wife (Angie) and I decided to keep it a secret, confident that we could manage it quietly. However, three months later, everything changed dramatically.
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<div>The biopsy results showed a daunting Gleason Score of 8 (4+4), indicating aggressive cancer that had spread to my bones (pelvis) and lymph nodes. Suddenly, our world was engulfed in uncertainty and fear. Despite undergoing a radical prostatectomy and starting an aggressive regimen of Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) and later a rigorous 8-weeks of radiation. The cumulative side effects of all these interventions proved devastating. The physical and emotional toll felt (and continues to feel) overwhelming at times.
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<div>Yet, amidst this storm of challenges, a beacon of hope emerged. Each day became a testament to resilience and the unwavering support of loved ones and friends. Their encouragement and prayers became my strength, guiding me through the darkest moments of a very tough mental health battle.
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<div>Today, as I look ahead, I am filled with optimism and excitement for the future. The journey we are on has taught me invaluable lessons about the fragility of life, importance of faith, and the power of hope. It's a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always a reason to believe in brighter days ahead.
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<div>Join me in this journey of hope and healing. I am now on a mission to share my story of perseverance and hope through a new book. This book aims to inspire others facing similar battles, showing that even in the darkest times, there is always a reason to believe in brighter days ahead. Additionally, a portion of the funds will support vital prostate cancer research, helping to find better treatments and ultimately a cure for this relentless disease.
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<div><strong>How You Can Help:</strong>
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<div><strong>Help Me Publish and Distribute a New Book: </strong>
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<div>I am an experienced author and understand the challenge of writing. I have written 7 books, but this one I want to self-publish so that more of the proceeds go to where I want them to go instead of to publisher's profits and overhead. The funds raised will help cover the costs of writing, editing, marketing, and distributing the book. I want to ensure that it reaches as many people as possible, providing hope and inspiration to those who need it most.
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<div><strong>BONUS</strong>: Additional funds raised - beyond the goal of $45K will be donated to prostate cancer education and research.
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