My name is Christine, and I’m reaching out because my daughter is about to graduate high school—a milestone that means everything to both of us after the year we’ve had. I have a rare blood clot disease that doctors haven’t even named yet. Over the past year, I’ve suffered two strokes, spent days in a coma, and endured multiple surgeries, including two amputations on my leg and the loss of toes on my left foot. The first stroke left me unable to speak or move my right hand, and I woke up with a feeding tube, unsure of what the future would hold. Just as I was recovering, I faced another stroke due to blood clots in my neck, and the fear of a third stroke is always with me.

Through all of this, my daughter has been my light. She was promoted from junior to senior this year and will be graduating in June. She’s worked so hard and deserves to celebrate this achievement with her friends. She dreams of going to prom and attending the graduation luncheon, but the costs for tickets, a dress, transportation, hair, and makeup are more than we can manage right now.

It would mean the world to me if you could help. My daughter needs to pay her fees by March 20th, so any amount you can share will make a difference. Thank you for supporting us and helping my daughter create memories she’ll cherish forever.