On Wednesday, May 27th, my storage barn burned down, taking with it nearly everything I owned. I had spent 40 years collecting and caring for the belongings inside, and now, during a difficult divorce, I find myself with nothing left. The barn held my furniture, a new bicycle, new and used clothes, Disney collectibles, a brand new dog stroller for my Irish terrier, all my puppies' belongings, new shoes, hiking gear, snow skis, brand new poles and storage for skis, new jackets, four pieces of luggage, CDs, collectible dishes from Spain and Mexico, beautiful bird houses, all my Christmas decorations, storage bins with Disney stuffed collections, and my three children's keepsakes from when they were young, including Madeleine dolls, a doll house, Thomas the Tank Engine trains, and so much more.

This loss has left me devastated. I am struggling to process everything that has happened, and I am overwhelmed by the thought of starting over. I would like to replace what I can, but I don't have anything left. Your support will help me rebuild and recover some of what was lost, and it means more to me than I can express.

I am so grateful for anything you can help me with. Please feel free to share my fundraiser with others. Thank you very much—I'm so sad.