Rob is a work friend I’ve known for over three years. He’s in his 60s, a reserved and dependable person with a good sense of humor. Over time, I’ve gotten to know him better, and I’ve seen how much he cares for his partner, Renee. Despite facing tough times, Rob always tries to put on a brave face and keep going, even when things are hard. About ten years ago, Renee was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Recently, her condition has become much more severe—she has developed Sepsis, her legs have contracted, her speech and cognitive abilities have been impacted. Rob has shared that Renee may lose her care waiver, which means she could lose access to the place where she’s being looked after. Some of her medical procedures aren’t covered by insurance, and Rob is already stretched thin financially, barely getting by even on a good week at work. If Renee loses her waiver, Rob will need to install medical equipment in his home and take on the responsibility of caring for her himself, which will bring even more expenses. The funds raised will go directly toward helping Rob and Renee. If Renee loses her waiver, the money will help pay for medical equipment and home modifications so Rob can care for her at home. If she keeps her waiver, the funds will help cover medical procedures and ongoing medical bills that Rob otherwise couldn’t afford. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference for Rob and Renee as they face these challenges together. One of the quiet good people of this world who soldiers on in silence through the sad and dark misfortunes of life, strides on with the love and a stubborn optimism for his partner in his heart to one day lift them out of this abyssal despair and again bask in the light of life together as one.