Donations to help Ashley Lewis rebuild her life

Today, I write with a heavy heart and an unwavering sense of hope. I wish to shed some light on an urgent matter concerning Ashley Lewis, someone I've always considered family. She's been through an unimaginable turn of events recently.

Ashley has endured a nightmare that transcends the imagination in the past week. As you may be aware, she was meant to be preparing for a joyous October wedding, but she now braces for an impending legal battle in court. The catalyst for this dramatic shift in her life has been her fiancé, Korry, whose life has been marked by hardships and challenges, ultimately leading to his devastating struggle with mental health and addiction. Regrettably, Korry's recent extreme mental breakdown led to the complete destruction of Ashley's home—a place she has devoted her heart and soul to for the past five years.

The extent of the damage is staggering and profoundly distressing—the home is now uninhabitable. The windows, decor, home furnishings, the kitchen table, and the televisions—all lie shattered and beyond repair. Drywall from top to bottom has been busted and torn out from every single room throughout this harrowing episode. In addition to this horrifying event, gasoline was poured throughout the household to set the house on fire. Adding to the danger, the gas line had been damaged with the intent to cause a catastrophic implosion.

It was intended for Ashley to return home from work before igniting the fire, which could have been fatal for everyone involved. Thankfully, vigilant neighbors contacted the police, and Ashley is currently safe from harm. The house is now boarded up, and its restoration, if feasible, is estimated to take several months. Importantly, insurance coverage will only address structural damage and necessary repairs.

The toll of this traumatic event extends beyond the physical destruction of Ashley's home—it has inflicted deep emotional scars that will necessitate time and professional assistance to heal. The significance of mental health and well-being in times like these cannot be overstated. Ashley is now confronted with the daunting task of not only rebuilding her home and life but also reconstructing her sense of security, trust, and emotional well-being from the ground up.

Ashley is one of the strongest and most resilient women I have ever known. I am confident that, with time, she will emerge from this situation stronger than ever. However, now, she needs support from friends and family more than ever before. Survivors of domestic violence often face an arduous journey toward their healing. As you may know, trauma to this magnitude can leave long-lasting emotional wounds, often requiring professional support.

While insurance will cover the structural damage to the house, it won't extend to her personal belongings, including furniture and everything she's worked tirelessly for over the years. I am creating this GoFundMe with a humble request: please consider making a donation to help Ashley rebuild her life and alleviate the enormous stress caused by this devastating situation. If you cannot donate now, please consider keeping Ashley in your thoughts and prayers- you can also help by sharing the gofundme page to help reach others.

Please consider making a donation to assist Ashley, someone who has consistently given so much to those around her. Your contribution will go toward replacing the irreplaceable—cherished possessions, mementos, and the basic necessities for daily living. Regardless of size, every donation will be profoundly meaningful and significantly contribute to Ashley's pursuit of stability during this challenging time.

I would also like to emphasize the deeply personal and sensitive nature of this situation and have attached some photographs to provide insight into the challenges she is currently facing. Please understand that we can not share many images or explicit details out of consideration for this situation, pending legal ramifications, and out of respect for all parties involved.

Ashley and all of us who care deeply for her greatly appreciate your compassion and support. Mental health will continue to be a vital aspect of her journey towards recovery, and your support sends a powerful message that she is not alone in this healing process. Additionally, Ashley wishes to encourage anyone experiencing mental health distress to please reach out to friends, family, or mental health professionals.

Thank you so much for taking the time to consider this request and for being a beacon of hope during this incredibly challenging time. Together, we can help Ashley pick up the pieces of her life, focus on her mental well-being, and move towards a brighter future.

With heartfelt thanks and warm regards - Erica