From Christine to me, to you.

Help Christine Through Her Cancer Treatment & Recovery ❤️

If you know me, you know that asking for help is not something that comes easily to me. I’m usually the person trying to figure things out on my own, taking care of everyone else, and pushing through whatever life puts in front of me.

But right now, I’m facing something I never expected to have to ask for help with: cancer.

I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

Those are words I never imagined I would be writing about myself.

Cancer has already touched my family in a very personal way. I lost my dad to cancer, and watching someone I love go through that experience changed me forever. I never imagined that one day I would be facing those same four letters attached to my own name.

When I received my diagnosis, there were so many emotions — fear, anger, disbelief, and a million questions about what comes next. But underneath all of that is a determination to fight, take care of myself, and do everything I reasonably can to get through this.

I'm doing my best to stay positive, take things one day at a time, and focus on getting healthy. But the financial side of cancer treatment has quickly become overwhelming.

My health insurance has a high deductible, which means a significant portion of my medical care and testing is coming directly out of my pocket. Between imaging, biopsies, appointments, consultations, treatment, medications, and the many unexpected expenses that come with a cancer diagnosis, the bills are adding up much faster than I ever anticipated.

And cancer doesn't only come with medical bills.

There are transportation costs, time away from work, prescriptions, supportive therapies, and the everyday expenses that don't stop simply because you're going through treatment.

I also want to incorporate holistic and supportive care alongside my conventional cancer treatment. I plan to work with a qualified holistic/integrative doctor to help support my nutrition, strength, stress levels, overall wellness, and my body throughout treatment. Some of these consultations and services are not covered by my insurance, but I believe having a comprehensive approach to my health is important to me as I navigate this journey.

I am not looking to replace conventional cancer treatment. I will continue working with my medical team and making informed decisions about my care. I simply want to give myself every reasonable opportunity to support my health and well-being throughout this process.

My hope is to use the funds raised to help cover medical expenses, insurance deductibles and out-of-pocket costs, treatment-related expenses, and holistic/integrative supportive care that isn't covered by insurance.

I have spent a lot of my life being the person who shows up for other people. I've always tried to be strong, independent, and figure things out on my own. It's incredibly humbling to now be the person asking others to show up for me.

If you've ever laughed with me, worked alongside me, shared a meal with me, supported me through a difficult time, or simply considered me a friend, please know that your support means more to me than I can put into words.

Any amount truly helps. Whether it's $10, $25, $50, or simply sharing this fundraiser with someone else, every bit of support will help take some of the financial burden off my shoulders so I can focus my energy where it belongs — on getting through treatment and getting healthy.

I've already learned that you never really know how strong you are until life gives you a reason to find out.

I am scared. I'm angry that this is happening. I'm overwhelmed by everything that comes with it.

But I'm also determined.

I want to get through this.

I want to get healthy.

And I want to come out the other side of this chapter stronger than when I entered it.

My dad's battle with cancer taught me just how precious life is. Now, I'm fighting for mine.

Thank you for reading my story, for your prayers, positive thoughts, encouragement, donations, and shares. I am incredibly grateful for every single person who stands beside me during this chapter.

With love and gratitude,

Christine ❤️

Goal $15k