Help Lydia Annihilate Lyme

Hello everyone, I’m Lydia.

Posting this honestly feels heartbreaking as it makes this seemingly invisible struggle real. I would never imagine I'd still be struggling to this degree. For as long as I can remember, I've battled with my health. I have Late-Stage Neurological Lyme disease & it's companions—Bartonella, MCAS, POTS, & more. My journey began at 15, but it wasn't until 2016, after exposure to toxic black mold, that I finally received the diagnosis that explained my years of suffering.

Lyme disease is a relentless & misunderstood condition. It’s a bacterial infection, known as the "great imitator," that can mimic other diseases & lead to a cascade of health issues. For me, it’s been like living in a nightmare—one moment I’m swaying on a boat, the next it feels like I’ve plunged my head into an electrical socket. The symptoms are overwhelming: intense neurological pain, debilitating fatigue, fainting spells & a constant feeling of depersonalization, as if I’m watching my life from outside my body. I would not wish this on anyone.

There was a time when my healing was on an upward trajectory. Life happened. I went through a high-conflict divorce & unique co-parenting situation, while living at home, not having a partner, inability to consistently work, etc. The toll on my mental & physical health has been immense. I've missed out on so many of life’s milestones—weddings, graduations, holidays & so on—all while struggling to simply get through each day. But through it all, I’ve learned resilience. Despite the darkness, I’ve found ways to live, to create, & to connect with others who are also struggling. I write, sing, & make art, bringing beauty & calm into my life & the lives of those around me.

Navigating serious health issues as a single mom is incredibly challenging. My focus is on being present & providing safety for my daughter, but parenting alone often forces my healing to the back burner. This leaves me stuck, unable to fully support myself or my daughter. I end up pushing through symptoms just to get by, which delays real solutions. My unpredictable health affects our ability to enjoy a stable, balanced life. I’m asking for support to prioritize my healing so I can be the mom my daughter deserves & live the life we both need.

I know 20k seems like A LOT, ‍ but everything I am going to list is NOT covered by insurances!

This fund will help cover:

• Loss of wages & living expenses while enduring & recovering from treatment (We need a healthy, clean place to live)

• Out of pocket medical expenses:

—Specialized lab work to uncover causes & potential solutions.

• Treatments: Peptides to strengthen & heal, Ozone to kill infection & boost immunity.

• Various IV therapies to increase efficacy.

• Overdue Oral Surgeries

• Supplementation: Monthly supplement costs to avoid severe outbreaks & flare ups

Lyme disease has taught me the importance of protecting my energy & surrounding myself with those who bring healing & peace. Everyone is fighting a battle, & I want to help others feel heard & seen. I believe in the power of compassion & grace, both for myself & for others.

I’m determined to keep fighting for my health, my daughter, & my purpose. I refuse to let this disease define me. With your support, I can continue to transform my pain into purpose, & show my daughter—& others—that even in the darkest moments, hope & love can light the way.

Thank you for standing by me on this journey. So much love to you all!