On Monday, November 24, 2025, our lives changed forever. We found my wife, Natalie Desmangles, unresponsive and immediately called 911 for help. From our home to the hospital, Natalie remained unresponsive without a pulse and without oxygen to her brain for approximately 45 minutes. When we arrived at the hospital, doctors had to call a time of death but in a moment that can only be described as a miracle, Natalie regained a low pulse. She was then transferred to Cleveland Clinic for advanced cardiac care, and during this process she suffered the anoxic brain injury that now defines her recovery journey.

Natalie is now home and making meaningful progress in her recovery after months of evaluations and therapy, with her care team encouraged by her strength. However, her insurance-covered therapy has been exhausted, and continued care will now require additional funding. She still needs ongoing therapy, complementary treatments, transportation, home health support, and daily care resources. With the help of volunteers and continued support, she is working hard every day, and any prayers or contributions will help ensure she continues receiving the care needed for her recovery.