I've never done this before, and I've never thought I would need to. I am in need of a Christmas Miracle. It has been since 2019 since I have been able to spend Christmas with my children. Our relationship and bond have weakened through the years due to many factors, and unfortunately, I have been alienated from them. It's a long and complicated situation, but I have never stopped trying to be a part of their lives. I call them and try to see them whenever I am allowed. But even with the court orders of contact I'm allowed, it has still been a challenge. I don't want this story to turn into the ugliness of these past years. But one thing is certain: my boys and I have always had an incredible love and bond; we've just been kept from each other.

I have been trying to make plans with the person I'm supposed to do so with for months. It has been discouraging, to say the least. But by the grace of God, my prayers are being answered! I am going to be able to take my youngest son, Sylas, for about 10 days during Christmas break! But due to the very last-minute communication, the flights are expensive, as well as the plans I had wanted to coordinate months ago. He is in WV, and I am in FL. I have very few clients for whom I clean houses, and the odd jobs will not cover what I need. I will need round-trip tickets and hotel costs as well. I honestly feel ashamed that I am having to ask for help. But being able to spend more than a few hours with him will fill the void I have in my heart with joy and gratitude that I can't even put into words. It would be the most perfect situation if I could have them both, but my oldest, who is a teen, has a lot going on, and as you can imagine, our strained relationship has affected his heart as much as mine, which I will never stop trying to mend, at least with what is in my power. Donations and contributions at this time will aid in being be able to spend 10 days with at least one of my beautiful babies (11, 15)—no, not babies anymore, but they will always be my babies. I wasn't perfect, but every choice I made has been for their best interest, even though it all backfired. But God has answered my prayers and is finally letting me have a chance again! Most who are involved are finally seeing the truth! The idea of seeing and spending time is bringing me unbelievable relief and joy, but the fact that I can't afford it is now ripping me in two!!! Anything that can go to this cause will not only allow my first Christmas in years, but it could prove to open the door for so many more blessings to come!!! I thank anyone in advance, and I will be praying and sending you all my love. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

With a Grateful Heart,

Jennifer, Sylas, and Riley