This is my first time publicly asking for financial help, and that is not easy for me. I live with a condition called Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC). By the time I was seven years old, I had already undergone 16 surgeries. In 2014, I had my seventeenth surgery, which involved placing two rods and twelve screws in my thoracic spine from T1 to T11 due to degenerative disc disease. While I worked hard through recovery, both physically and mentally, the long-term impact has become more difficult with time.

At 51, walking distances causes severe lower back pain, and I become winded and exhausted very quickly. Being out and about often means paying for it physically for days afterward. I am seeking help to purchase a mobility device made by Dashmoto. Because I am able to use my hands and arms, which is not common with Arthrogryposis, this option works well for my body and my independence. I was looking for something lightweight, easy to carry, and enjoyable to use. This device fits my personality and lifestyle.

Having it would allow me to continue living an active life without constant pain, exhaustion, or having to cut experiences short. It would mean being able to go out, participate, and come home without being completely wiped out. If you are able to contribute or share this, I am deeply grateful. Thank you for taking the time to read this and for supporting me in staying mobile and independent.

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to read, share, or support this campaign so far. Launching this was not easy for me, but the encouragement I have already received has meant a great deal. This mobility device would make a real difference in my day-to-day ability to be out and about without severe pain or exhaustion, and I am grateful to everyone helping make that possible. Whether you have donated, shared the link, or sent a message of support, thank you for showing up for me.