After a sudden and devastating house fire, my stepdaughter, Sierra, has tragically lost her home, all of her belongings, and her beloved dog and two cats. She and our family are in deep shock and grief, and my heart aches for her. Things can be replaced. Homes can be rebuilt. New memories can be made. But when we lose those small beings that have shown us nothing but unconditional love, our hearts rip open and a small piece of us floats away with them. We are never the same.

We are asking for donations to support Sierra with immediate necessities like clothing, basic household items, and eventually new housing as she begins her healing and rebuilding journey. She is currently safe and is staying with her mom, stepdad, and sister. To help ease the burden of immense grief, please pray, send love, or make a gift to remember Cream Cheese the cat, the cuddly troublemaker. His brother Bocephus, the iconic "puss in boots." And Luna, the sweet, tender greyhound, always watching over her rambunctious little brothers.

To simplify things during this difficult time, we (Lucy and Eric Britton) are managing donations made to this GoFundMe account and transferring them to Sierra via PayPal. GoFundMe charges a small transaction fee (2.9% + $0.30 USD per donation), which covers the cost of credit, debit and ACH charges, and safely delivering donations.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, from all of us. We are deeply grateful for your love and support.