For the past two weeks, I’ve been dealing with stomach pains that just wouldn’t go away. I’m someone who rarely gets sick and has never had any major health problems, so this was all very new and unsettling for me. After trying a few over-the-counter medicines with no relief, I finally decided to visit urgent care. They ran some blood and urine tests, and two days later, I got a call telling me I needed to go to the emergency room right away. That’s when I learned I had acute pancreatitis. The doctors admitted me immediately, ran a CT scan, and did an ultrasound. That’s when they found a mass on my pancreas and another on my liver. A day later, I had biopsies on both organs to find out what was going on. When the results came back, I was shocked to learn that I have stage 4 pancreatic cancer at just 40 years old, with no previous signs or symptoms before these past two weeks.

This diagnosis has turned my world upside down. I have a family of five, including myself, and this situation is causing me to miss work for doctor visits and treatments. The financial strain is real, and the funds raised here will help with living expenses, support my diet, and cover things I might need that I can’t manage on my own while I fight this battle. Every bit of support will make a difference for me and my family as we navigate this difficult time.

I’m coming to everyone with the most humble heart, simply asking for help during this journey. Anything you can give will help, and I am forever grateful, no matter what the outcome is. Thank you all in advance for your kindness and support—I will beat this.