Those of you who know me know I’m not big on asking for help. I know times are hard for everyone right now, and I’m so, so thankful to everyone who has donated so far.

I’m trying to start fresh after a long, messy breakup and an unexpected move. My ex kept our dog, Poppy, who I love more than anything and I miss every day. We were looking for our next place together since our lease was ending, and she told me out of nowhere she didn’t want to live together anymore. There was no way I could afford a place by myself, which she knew as part of our struggle was financial. As a result, I had to leave the life I had built in North Carolina and move in with some friends in Baltimore. Long distance moves are expensive, especially on short notice, and I’m having some trouble bouncing back. I lost my health insurance, got behind my car payment (for the car I had JUST had to buy when she dropped this bomb because my old car crapped out on me), and I’m still trying to pay my parents back the money they loaned me for my he U-Haul rental.

I’ve been feeling more than a little defeated, but the hope you all have given me is more than I could ever ask for. Thank you all so much.