Our world changed in an instant when the Eaton Fire swept through Altadena, leaving behind nothing but ashes and heartbreak. The home that held generations of memories, laughter, and love is now gone. Everything we worked so hard for—every photograph, every keepsake, every piece of our lives—has vanished.

But the most painful loss was far more irreplaceable. Among the debris was the final resting place of a loved one’s remains. To lose them again, in such a cruel and devastating way, feels like a wound that will never heal. It’s as though the fire didn’t just destroy our home—it took pieces of our hearts we can never get back.

Altadena isn’t just a place we lived; it’s where we planted our roots, built our community, and raised our family. The thought of leaving is unbearable, but rebuilding feels insurmountable. Starting from scratch—finding shelter, clothes, food—feels like a mountain too steep to climb. Every time I look at my family, I feel the weight of what we’ve lost, and I can’t help but wonder how we’ll ever recover.

We are asking for help because we can’t do this alone. We need support to rebuild, not just our home, but our lives. Every bit of kindness, every donation, and every prayer will carry us through this unimaginable tragedy.

Thank you for standing with us in our darkest moment. It means everything to know we’re not alone.