Justine McClenatha has been a pillar of strength for me during one of the most challenging years of my life. Alongside my mother, Susan, she has taken on the role of caregiver after my hip replacement surgery. The journey to this point was far from easy. Battling chemical dependency held me back from getting the operation, causing extreme hardship emotionally and financially for both myself and my family. There were moments of sadness, disappointment, anger, and more disappointment after relapses. The depression that came from the thought of never getting the surgery done was overwhelming, but Justine and Susan never gave up on me.

Now that the surgery is behind me, the road to recovery is still long. This fundraiser will help us access online physical therapy videos and doctor visits, which are crucial for my healing. We're also hoping to add a bit of entertainment to keep me engaged and prevent me from driving Susan and Justine crazy—anyone who knows me knows how active I am! Specifically, we're raising funds for a Straight Talk home internet unit and top-up card, which can be found on Amazon.com or Walmart.com. This will make a huge difference in my recovery and help support the sanity and well-being of my caregivers.

Anything to help support Susan and Justine's sanity would be greatly appreciated. Your support means the world to us, and every contribution will help us move forward together. Thank you for considering our fundraiser and for being part of our journey.