Hi, my name is Ashley. I never thought I’d be in a position where I’d have to make something like this, but I honestly don’t know what else to do right now.

I’ve been very sick for over a week, with two trips to the ER since last Saturday and still no clear answers. I was referred to a G.I. specialist who immediately sent me to the hospital, and I’ve now been admitted since yesterday. I had two CT scans, two sets of x-rays, two ultrasounds, and this morning I had an endoscopy where they took two biopsies, but we won’t have the biopsy results for another week. Until then, it’s just a waiting game — and I’m honestly worried more than I can even express.

I can’t even eat broth or drink anything (aside from water off and on) without feeling like death. Every time I try to eat or drink, I get sick almost immediately. The doctors told me I can’t go home until I can eat solid food, but right now I can’t even tolerate a few sips. I feel trapped — like my body just won’t cooperate, and I don’t know how long this is going to last.

Because of this, both my husband and I are out of work. He’s been home taking care of Madelynn while I’ve been in the hospital, and it’s taking a huge toll on us. We’re worried about what’s coming next — how we’ll cover bills, groceries, or even gas to get back and forth from the hospital.

More than anything, I just want to get better for my family. I need to. They need me. But right now, I’m stuck in this hospital bed with no answers and no clear path forward.

As much as I hate to ask for help, I have to. Any support right now — whether it’s a donation or even just sharing this — would mean the world to us. I just want to get healthy again and keep our family afloat while we get through this.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this. I’m praying for some answers and for a little light at the end of this tunnel.

With love and gratitude,

Ashley