This past year has been one of the most painful and overwhelming of my life. Losing my fifth job in just twelve months left me feeling defeated, and I found myself sinking into depression and leaning heavily on alcohol—a struggle that began during my time in the Army and has followed me for years. These battles have made it hard to keep up with what my employers needed from me, and the weight of everything has made it difficult to be fully present for my children, even though they are my entire world.

Two years ago, I lost the job I had held for four years, and it felt like the ground was pulled out from under me. Last year, I was diagnosed with De Quervain's tenosynovitis, adding physical pain to the emotional strain. Five years ago, my daughter was born, and she changed my life in the most beautiful way. But when she was later diagnosed with Usher syndrome, my heart broke in ways I still struggle to describe. I’ve tried to stay strong for her, but the stress, fear, and constant uncertainty have been crushing. Bills have piled up, and it has felt at times like we were drowning. With help, we were able to avoid eviction this year, but it was a close call. Earlier this year, I was denied a VA career due to a hiring freeze—a path I had hoped would finally give us stability.

I am now fighting hard to get better. I am seeking help for my depression and working to break free from my dependency on alcohol. My goal is to attend therapy consistently, regain my stability, and find meaningful, steady work—something that allows me not only to support my family but also to give back to my community. But right now, the financial pressure is making it incredibly difficult to heal, to focus, and to be the parent my children deserve.

Any support will go directly toward the living expenses we’re behind on and the immediate needs that have weighed so heavily on us. Your help would give me the chance to attend therapy without fear of falling further behind, to rebuild my life, and to create a safer, more hopeful future for my children.

I am reaching out because I truly need help. Your generosity would mean more than I can express. It would give me a lifeline—hope—during one of the darkest chapters of my life. Thank you for taking the time to read this, for caring, and for being part of our journey toward healing, stability, and better days.