Hello, my name is Toni Rhodes. I'm currently awaiting a permanent spinal implant device that needs to be surgically done. I can't work because I have lost complete control of my left leg and foot and am bedridden. It is very painful that never subsides. Over this weekend, I have begun to have have bladder leak issues. My medical bills are piling up as this ailment has been going on for over 6 months now. I've lost my home and my possessions. I can't pay my regular bills. I am married, my husband's been on disability himself and unable to work until last week. We both have spinal injuries. Our savings are dwindled. We live very simple lives. We have 3 boys and two dogs. Please, I've lost my pride. I would appreciate a little dignity. We need help. I've done everything I can until I can no longer. I continue to pray and I'm asking for y'all's help to step up. Please. It doesn't go unnoticed. Everything happens for a reason. I've been reconnected with a girl I went to school with for 18 years and hadn't seen in years! She's a blessing! I've spoken to folks I hadn't heard from in ages! They've become a part of my journey and put food on the table and gas in my car, paid bills. People that I never thought I'd be so close to have come forth in ways that have changed my world and kept me going forward. Please, I'm asking y'all to help me do as they have. My physical condition is worsening until I get this surgery. Bills and groceries and gas are still coming in. I have "forgive" tattooed on one wrist and "compassion" tattooed on the other. I'm asking for your mercy.