Dear Friends, Family, and Kindhearted Strangers,

I hope this message finds you well. It is not easy for me to reach out like this, but due to unforeseen circumstances, I find myself in a position where I must ask for help as I try to rebuild my life.

Since the passing of my mom, life has changed in ways I never could have prepared for. She was my foundation, my support, and my constant. Her absence has left not only a deep emotional void but has also created a financial strain that I’m struggling to overcome. I am doing my best to pick up the pieces and move forward, but it's been an incredibly difficult journey.

Right now, I’m trying to raise enough funds to purchase a small RV — not as a luxury, but as a necessity. It would provide me with a safe, reliable place to live and the flexibility to work and find stability again. With traditional housing out of reach financially, this feels like the most sustainable and realistic solution during this time in my life.

I never imagined I would be in this position, but I’m holding onto hope that with a little support, I can get back on my feet. If you’re able to help — in any way, big or small — please know it would mean the world to me. And if not, your thoughts, prayers, and simply sharing this with others would also be deeply appreciated.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your compassion and for walking with me, even from afar, during this difficult chapter.

With sincere gratitude,

Carmela, Kiwi and Gilligan