In July of this year, we learned that my ✱✱✱✱✱✱ has a rather large brain tumor on the right side of her brain. She has suffered facial paralysis and has been experiencing severe ✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱, dizziness, nausea, and other symptoms; she was hospitalized on September 24th because the ✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱ was more intense than usual. We remain at the clinic. She needs surgery, but the facility lacks certain supplies due to the earthquake that struck my city; we are waiting for her to be transferred to another clinic to undergo the procedure. I feel a bit awkward setting up this fundraiser; I have no intention of seeking pity—I am simply reaching out to those who might be able to help. I don't know how long I’ll be away or when I’ll return. The goal here is simply to try to cover some expenses and save up enough to pay for the surgery... Anyway, I don't know what else to say; I value and appreciate you all so much. Please wish us luck on this journey.