<div>My name is Donte and I am reaching out because I have just been through quite an ordeal. I was hospitalized for two and a half weeks with a bacterial community-acquired pneumonia, along with a slow heart rate, high blood pressure, extreme anxiety, acute kidney injury, and an enlarged liver. While I was in the hospital I was close to the end and was saved in ICU after being forced oxygen. It was a tough battle and , and right now even the smallest daily tasks leave me drained. I am also at the smallest I have been since my teenage years, and I just need real time to heal and build my strength back.
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<div>This is not the first time I have been hospitalized, but it is definitely the most severe. That is why I cannot just bounce back like I usually do. Normally I push myself and go right back to work, but this time I am simply not able to. I had to resign from my job, and I am applying for short term disability and any assistance I can obtain. In the meantime, I need help to stay afloat.
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<div>Why I Am Asking for Help?
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<div>Your support will help me
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<div>• Cover medical expenses, prescriptions and ongoing treatment
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<div>• Transportation to my follow-up appointments
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<div>• Keep my place and utilities on
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<div>• Keep food in my fridge while I recover
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Anything you are able to give, big or small, will truly make a difference in my life right now. Even just sharing this page helps. I am so grateful for every bit of support, every prayer, every share, and every kind word. Feel free to reach out to me, a good conversation always brings me joy as well.
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<div>I came close to the end but was given another chance. I may have lost weight, strength, and time through all of this, but I have not lost my determination. While this is difficult, I am focused on working on myself and making a full recovery. I am staying optimistic, keeping my smile, and looking forward in life, and with your help I believe better days are ahead.
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<div>With gratitude,
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<div>Donte
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<div>If you’d like to support me directly, you can also reach me through Cash App, Venmo, and PayPal, or Zelle if you have my personal contact. 
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<div>Cash App: $iwantu2c
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<div>Venmo: @iwantu2c
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<div>PayPal: violinkid05
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