My dad was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma late last year. Despite having started his immunotherapy and chemo treatments in January, he has continued working his regular job in construction as much as he is able while my mom and I also work to pay our usual monthly expenses on top of treatments not covered by insurance. More than just the medical bills and increased expenses, meals have become a struggle as we adjust our diets to support my dad's treatments. 

Through your support, I'm hoping to relieve as much stress as I can from my mom's and dad's plate by opening a family meals fund to help pay for my dad's new treatment-friendly diet throughout 2026. We're all still working hard to pay for treatments not covered by insurance and be there for my dad, but any amount helps as we navigate through these changes as a family. 

Thank you to everyone who helps contribute to supporting my family during this time and for your prayers!

P.S. Cover image is one of my favorite family photos from last summer in which we somehow got the whole Dara clan together at the same time. While most of us "kids" are not living at home anymore, we are supporting our parents (and youngest bro who is graduating high school this year) in any way we can. Still making time for adventures together.

P.P.S. To anyone here as a supporter of "Kaidenkae," I wanted to extend another thank you to you. Without even knowing me or my family personally, I am beyond grateful for any and all of your support--and for continuing to enjoy the things I create. Thank you!!