This January, our lives took an unexpected turn. The Eaton Fire tore through our neighborhood in Altadena, and while we are grateful to be safe, the place where we built our lives is no longer livable. Many of our belongings can’t be salvaged, and we’re now faced with the difficult task of finding a new place to call home.

We’ll miss so much about the life we had there—hammock afternoons under our big, amazing oak tree, weekend walks through our beautiful neighborhood, and the simple comforts of the space where Stella (6) and Nova (18m) were growing up. Now, as we figure out what comes next, we’re focused on creating stability for our family and finding a new place to plant roots.

Many have asked how they can help, and we are beyond grateful for the kindness and generosity of those around us. So many families have been impacted by the LA fires—some in even more devastating ways—and we're all struggling as we navigate this monumental tragedy. We’ve hesitated to start a GoFundMe because asking for help isn’t something that comes easily to us, especially knowing that others are also in need. But at this point, any support—whether it’s a donation, a share, or just words of encouragement—would mean the world to us.

Thank you for standing with us and for helping us take the next steps toward a fresh start.

With gratitude,

The Richardson Family