Six weeks before their July 7, 2007 wedding, Jonathan received some bad news. The leukemia had recurred.

It was Jonathan's fourth diagnosis with the blood cancer.

The couple married, the cancer went away that fall.

Then in February it was more bad news for the newlyweds. The cancer was back.

This time, there is little doctors can do to save Jonathan. Doctors will continue to give Jonathan chemotherapy until his body can no longer take it.

With little hope from traditional medical professionals the family turned to alternative therapy -- a naturopathic doctor.

A few months ago Jonathan's blood was 91 per cent leukemic, it's down to only 10 per cent. Alicia credits that to the naturopathic treatment he receives at least twice a week.

He hasn't had chemo in more than a month.

"The doctors said there wasn't much they could do and really gave him a year," she said. "But he's doing better. With his naturopathic treatments he's getting better."

Along with the naturopathic treatment, Jonathan receives blood and platelet transfusions twice weekly.

While it's a long road ahead for Jonathan, it's one trip Alicia knows he will make.

"He's a fighter this one," she said. "It's a really long battle, and there will be ups and downs along the way, But I know he will make it."

This Saturday the newly weds will finally celebrate their stag and doe.

A "Saving Jonathan Benefit" has been scheduled for July 5 at the Ukrainian Black Sea Hall in St. Catharines. A number of games and prizes have been arranged for the event which starts at 7 p.m.

All funds will go towards Jonathan's medical costs which exceed $1,600 a month.

For more information or to purchase tickets call 905-834-2166. Tickets are also available at Niagara Show Factory Outlet and Erie Muffler and Brake.

Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.