Miguel's Health, Recovery, and Ongoing Treatment
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Connexion MinistriesThis is where we'll post updates to Miguel's health, challenges, and needs. Thanks for checking in.
$17,608
raised by 27 people
$22,000 goal
6 months left
Tie Goes to the Runner
These last 3 treatments have been rough! The last one I just had was better, as to recovery time, but wow...
So, my tumor marker #'s went up by a little under 2 points. We were hoping for another reduction. But, given the pace of life recently, stress, and a bit of an extended break from chemo, I'll count it as a tie, and that goes to the runner (me.)
We continue to take hits to our finances as uncovered expenses rise. We could sure use some help if you're inclined to do so. This platform is safe and trusted. Donations in any amount help greatly, whether in recurring monthly donations or one time gifts.
We are so thankful for your continuing generosity. I hope that this brief update finds you well and at peace.
Miguel, Lauren, and Kate
As many of you know, we've been through it this past 3+ years. Pain and discomfort, diagnosis, cancer detected, unbelievable insurance and medical bureaucracy to navigate, 4 surgeries, chemo, and last year's a 20 hour surgery which was supposed to be curative.
There have been many challenges in and around all of these to include physical, mental, spiritual, and financial. It's been a tough road.
We are thankful for all of you that have donated generously to keeping Miguel alive. We mean it. We have known more than a few here who have passed because they couldn't afford to pay for treatment etc.
Our current 'challenges,' are facing life-long chemo, gaining weight, building muscle, avoiding cachexia (wasting disease), autism induced by, or brought more to the surface by surgeries, chemo, and other treatments, and navigating life with 3-4 monthly appointments, travel, etc.
Miguel is able to keep his weight at its present level, but he fluctuates by 8-10 pounds twice a month and that's not exactly healthy. We are currently supplementing protein powder, but, it costs about a hundred and twenty bucks per container, and lasts only a month.
If you'd like to purchase 1 or 2 containers, use this platform towards that end, or contact us via Facebook messenger for other options.
Even with many donations, we are still accumulating debt. Simply put, we can use an influx of new donations. If you are able to make a recurring monthly donation, great. If you can donate one time, awesome! If you cannot donate but can share these updates, we appreciate it greatly.
In any case, this platform is trusted and secure and we've been using it for a lot of years. You can trust that your donation will get to us safely and in a timely manner.
We Love you all.
Miguel, Lauren, and Kate.