Friends, I am once again in need of your assistance. Three weeks before the anniversary of the passing of my beloved brother, Buzz, my mother has been admitted to ICU with terminal Congestive Heart Failure, due to the failure of her artificial aortic valve.

The valve was only ex[ected to last for 10 years. It has functioned for almost four years past its expiration date. Unfortunately, circumstances of poor health kept her from getting it replaced sooner, and now it is too late. 

I desperately need funds to cover travel expenses to and from Delaware, and for an unknown length of stay. While I will be able to find lodgings with family and friends, I will still need round trip airfare ASAP and the ability to rent a car for the duration of my stay.

I am tokd she is still in good spirits, for now, but none us us can predict how long she has left. I would love to be able to hug my mother and say goodbye, while she can still feel and hear it.

My undying gratitude is all I have to offer in return for your help. Thank you!