Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read this.

October is on the horizon and is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) — a time to speak out, support survivors, and recognize the hidden battles many live through every day.

I’m sharing our story during this time and I am choosing hope, safety, and truth.

We are survivors of domestic violence, amongst other matters.

My son is my everything, despite any claims to the contrary by way of defamation of character: libel, slander, etcetera.

This fundraiser is to help cover urgent and ongoing costs related to our recovery and protection.

This isn’t just about us. It’s about a broader reality: many survivors face enormous legal and financial hurdles when trying to escape abuse — especially when children are involved. 

Factors, including but not limited to retaliation, and re-victimization contribute to the compounding effects of domestic violence - similar to the cycle of abuse.

At the core abuse is the same - whether it’s from one or any combination of individual(s), family member(s), entities, organization(s), etc. I’m sharing our story not for sympathy, but because I believe awareness leads to change, and will help save lives.

If you’re able to donate, share, or offer resources, it means more than I can express. If you donate, please do so anonymously. Every bit helps, and every voice raised brings us closer to safety and justice — not just for us, but for so many others.

Habakkuk

Ephesians 5 : 15-16

Isaih 41 : 9-12

Psalm 91 : 1-16

Habakkuk

Ephesians 6 : 10-18

Luke

Psalm 35 : 19-21

With deep gratitude,

J & C