For those who don't know me, hi! I'm Melissa, and this lovely beast is my 2012 Toyota Sienna, Talis. Talis is my only source of transportation, and currently the only working, road-legal vehicle in our household. Unfortunately, it needs a couple of major repairs to keep it on the road by the end of the month when it's inspection sticker expires. Things like a new muffler and an axle repair. The problem is that money is extremely tight right now and, with a fixed income, I have no way to come up with the additional funds needed for parts, labor, and taxes in time without help. (There are some other minor issues, but those can wait...the muffler, in particular, can't, as that's the one that will prevent it from passing inspection.)

I hate being in a position where I need to ask for help taking care of my vehicle, but I’ve exhausted every other option and I can’t be without a vehicle, so here I am. I know things are tight for everyone, but if you could spare a few dollars to help me keep Talis on the road, I would be eternally grateful.