I never imagined I would be in a position where I had to ask strangers for help just to make it through a difficult season of my life, but that is where I am right now.

The medication my doctors hoped would help my kidneys did not work the way they had planned, and I have now been placed on no strenuous activity until further notice. Because of that, I can no longer help my husband Jason with our bills by DoorDashing or doing Spark deliveries. I was trying so hard to keep contributing, even while dealing with my health, because I never wanted everything to fall on his shoulders.

Now, I have no choice but to focus on getting better, and watching Jason carry the financial burden by himself is heartbreaking. He is working, taking care of me, worrying about bills, and doing everything he can to keep us afloat. I can see how much pressure he is under, and it hurts knowing that I cannot step in and help the way I normally would.

I wish more than anything that I had family I could turn to during a time like this. Unfortunately, I learned a long time ago that the family I have left is not a support system I can depend on. That realization is painful, especially when you are sick, scared, and simply trying to survive.

So here I am, asking people I may have never met to show us a little kindness.

I am not asking because this is easy. It is actually one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I am asking because I need the chance to heal without feeling like Jason has to work himself into the ground trying to take care of me and keep our household together.

If you are able to donate, even a small amount would help with medical expenses, prescriptions, household bills, and the expenses that continue while I am unable to work. If you cannot donate, sharing this fundraiser or keeping us in your prayers would mean more than you know.

Right now, I am trying to hold on to hope that this setback is temporary, that my health will improve, and that we will eventually come through this stronger. Until then, we are taking things one day at a time.

Thank you to anyone who reads our story, shares it, prays for us, or chooses to help. Your kindness gives us something we desperately need right now — a little breathing room, a little hope, and the reminder that we do not have to face everything alone.