Hi everyone. It's Mark. I have been fighting an enemy inside me since 2019. Ampullary cancer is the name of this enemy. I have made posts and shared everything that I was doing to evade and destroy this assassin inside. I beat the assassin back for years knowing that this assassin takes out the target 100% of the time, usually within 2 years post-surgery. I had a Whipple surgery in November 2019. It's March 2026, and even having been hospitalized literally dozens and dozens of times when the assassin engaged me, I fought with all I had even when "won't make it through the night" was noted in my medical file. Winning was my call sign, but things have changed to the Nth degree, and now I'm facing the hardest battle of my life. I never once felt like I was losing. I felt good and maintained positive thoughts, and my glass was always not just half full but full to the brim. But despite everything, the assassin has taken over a lot of real estate inside, and my condition has only gotten worse. The unmistakable clue was when I got on the scale and it read 151 lbs. The previous scale read 185 lbs not more than 4 months ago. Besides the weight loss, my strength has declined in ways that are hard to describe. Every day has become more challenging than the last. I've done everything I can to keep fighting, but I've now reached a devastating point. My insurance will no longer cover the treatment I urgently need. Without treatment, my condition will continue to worsen. With it, I still have a fighting chance. On top of everything, I'm trying to care for my two dogs, who mean the world to me. They rely on me, and I want nothing more than to stay strong for them and continue giving them the love and care that they deserve. The reality is, I don't have the financial means to cover these medical expenses on my own. Between doctor visits, procedures, and ongoing care, the costs are overwhelming. I never imagined I would be in a position where I have to ask for help like this, but right now, I truly need it. If you are able to contribute, no matter how small, it would mean more to me than I can put into words. And if you're not in a position to donate, sharing this with others will also help tremendously. I'm not ready to give up. I want more time, more time with the people I love, more time to keep fighting, and more time to care for the dogs who depend on me and I love so much. Thank you for taking the time to read my story, for your support, and for standing with me during this most difficult time. Mark