Being Weezy Ain’t Easy – Help Jessie Get New Lungs

My name is Joshua Blood, and I’m reaching out to ask for support for my incredible wife, Jessie. Jessie has been diagnosed with Interstitial Lung Disease, caused by Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, a rare and aggressive condition that continues to destroy her lungs even with treatment. Despite her strength and determination, her lung function has dropped below 45%, and doctors have confirmed that she will need a double lung transplant within the next year to survive.

Jessie is a devoted mother to our 8-year-old daughter, and a loving stepmom to our 12 and 14-year-old children. Without this transplant, she may never get to see them graduate, go to prom, or walk down the aisle. We are fighting with everything we have to give her that chance.

A transplant is just the beginning of a long and demanding recovery journey. Jessie and I will need to relocate near the Mayo Clinic for 3 to 4 months after surgery for intensive follow-up care, physical therapy, and constant medical monitoring. During this time:

• Jessie will be unable to work, and we will lose a major portion of our household income.

• We will still be responsible for our regular household bills back home.

• We will face costs for temporary housing, medications, fuel, childcare, and co-pays for frequent medical appointments.

We humbly ask for your support in this fight. Every donation—no matter the size—will help us breathe a little easier and focus on what truly matters: giving Jessie a future.

If you’re unable to give, please share our story. Your kindness and prayers mean more than we can express.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

— Josh, Jessie & family