It pains me to have to ask...

[russki]

I have not been posting on the Borg much lately... I have not been brewing or even drinking much either - it's hard to do when you are on a roller coaster. Just over a month ago, my wife Natalie was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 36. It's been a tough time for our family - the kids don't really understand what's going on, but they can definitely feel that something is terribly wrong.

I am thankful that we have found it when we did, before it got a chance to spread too far, and that we are able to get my wife the treatment she needs to be cured of cancer. Every day I pray that she beats it, and can be whole again. So far, she's been a trooper - but we're just beginning the process.

I never thought I would have to ask for Borg's help, but the medical bills keeps stacking.... and we're only just a month into a year-long journey. I have set up a fundraiser to help pay for my wife's treatments, and would appreciate any amount you can contribute - every little bit helps. Please don't feel obligated to give - if you can't donate, you can still help by spreading the word and sharing the fundraiser link with your friends and family. Your thoughts and prayers are very much appreciated as well.

You can read more of Natalie's story and contribute at http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundra ... cer/244195

Help us beat the monster.

Andre aka russki

[Beer-lord]

Andre, I am so sorry to hear about this. I know you've done tons of reading along with the praying so you know, this is MOST DEFINITELY beatable. I can't imagine what you're dealing with but my 80 year old mother in law beat it a few years ago and catching it early was the key.
Prayers to your whole family. Your family is beautiful and yes, I will make a donation. If I can spend my money on making beer and buying $15 bombers, I can damn sure make a donation for your family. Consider it done.

[philm00x]

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wife in this difficult time

[Kealia]

God bless and best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.

I've sent a small donation your way.

[LouieMacGoo]

My thoughts and prayers are with your family Andre. I have also tweeted your link out on the BeerBorg Twitter account It looks like you're well on your way to meet your goal! Good luck and God Bless.

[Dawg LB Steve]

Thoughts and prayers your way Andre!
Keep yourself strong and your thoughts positive!

[russki]

Your support means the world to me and Natalie - please accept our most heartfelt thank you. I'm confident we'll get through this - it's been amazing how much help we're getting. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

[DirtRacer]

Praying for all of you Andre. Glad to see you are halfway to your goal already.

[Inkleg]

Having been on this roller coaster before I know what your family is going through.
Strong positive thoughts coming your way. Bela wishes your family well too.

[braukasper]

Our prayers & thoughts are with you Andre. We also know too well the havoc that is placed on a family when one is seriously ill.

[ScrewyBrewer]

Andre, I am so sorry to hear this. I've already made a small donation and posted your link to YouCaring through all of my social media channels. I wish you and your family the best as you go though this difficult time, stay positive and I'm sure this will be beaten.

[Brewbirds]

I am devastated...I am speechless...such a shock to hear.

It has happened in my family and there was success.

No platitudes, no cliches just completely focused on positives as this is an enemy that so many (medical community vs. other cancers) have learned to defeat.

Staying strong means not turning over control to others, remember that your family is the boss; it can be hard to deal with the docs etc. at a time like this but take a deep breath all and get control together, this sounds insensitive but your likely going to be inundated by medical support staff.

Please keep us informed if and when you have a moment to keep us all posted.

[berryman]

russki, so very sorry to hear of this but glad you posted here about it so some of us can help. Always look at the bright side of things. Sometimes when you feel you are in an endless tunnel but after the next corner you might see light. Good luck and prayers are with you and your family.
Don

[John Sand]

Happy to help. We are here on earth to help each other. Prayers included. Give her a kiss for the Borg.

[JimH]

Andre, I am truly saddened to hear the news. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.