From Rebekah: Rebekah was diagnosed with cancer in 2022 and underwent a hysterectomy, chemo and radiation. Unfortunately, a 5” tumor was found on her ovary during a recent routine scan. She has already had surgery to remove the mass, but they were only able to remove about 2/3 of the tumor. There is a sizable chunk of the tumor on her ovary that they are unable to remove because it is wrapped in veins and arteries that supply blood flow to her legs. She will be going through 6 rounds of chemo and immunotherapy to start. The treatments will be every 3 weeks and she will feel really bad for the first week after getting her infusions. Pray that the chemo will kill the cancer and eliminate the tumor. Pray for total eradication of the tumor and any stray cells that are cancerous. And pray for healing and strength to Rebekah and her family.
Thank you so much for supporting Rebekah during her treatment journey. Here are some more details, so as you browse the calendar, it's easier to understand how and when to help. Feeding the Osypians: Please try to order out or store-bought if possible to ensure food is cooked properly and safely. Some foods that are especially appreciated include: • Soups and broths • Smoothies with protein • Greek yogurt • Eggs • Salmon or other fish • Chicken or turkey • Hummus and pita • Avocado • Olive oil-based dishes • Lentils, beans, and chickpeas • Fresh fruit • Roasted or steamed vegetables • Rice, quinoa, and other simple whole grains Because treatment can cause nausea and changes in taste, smaller portions and simple, lightly seasoned meals are often easiest to tolerate. Cold or room-temperature foods can also be helpful. For family meals, please note: • No pork, please. • Avery prefers tomatoes served on the side whenever possible. Please don't worry about making anything elaborate—simple, nourishing meals are perfect. Most of all, thank you for helping care for Rebekah and her family during this time. Your meals, encouragement, prayers, and support are deeply appreciated and make a meaningful difference. For takeout: Luna Grill, Harumama Ramen, and Senor Grubbys Kids love Raising Cane's, In-N-Out, and Chick-fil-A Child-care: Childcare will be so helpful to the Oyspians. I put each child separately, so it is easy to grab and go for different activities with your own family or kids. The few days after chemo will be helpful as well for kids, and we can add as needed or just plug into the calendar as you want. Extras: Finally, there is an amazon wish list, and a GoFundMe set up for a few things that will make treatment a better experience for Rebekah. Both are public, so feel free to pass them on to people who might want to support their family in the months ahead. Other ideas for care are items for kids and family to do together, or to help in recovery days after treatment. Community makes the world feel smaller and, in these moments, having friends and family is the biggest blessing. Thank you to everyone for showing up in the littlest or biggest ways. Options for produce mailboxes: https://www.farmfreshtoyou.com https://www.farmboxcalifornia.com https://www.misfitsmarket.com