Together for Goldie: A Fight Against AVM with Love

In a sudden and heartbreaking turn of events, what started as a joyous family trip to Big Bear for our best friends, Anthony and Ashley, along with their children Oliver and Goldie, transformed into an urgent medical crisis. Goldie, their spirited and beloved daughter, woke up exhibiting severe symptoms that no family should ever have to witness.

Rushed to the emergency room, the diagnosis was both shocking and devastating: Goldie was suffering from AVM, a rare and complex condition involving an entanglement of blood vessels in her brain, part of which had unfortunately ruptured. The severity of the situation escalated quickly, leading to their immediate transfer to the PICU in Salt Lake City. Here, Goldie is now under the care of some of the finest neurosurgeons in the country, tasked with a critical yet hopeful mission: the removal of the mass that poses a grave threat to her life.

As family friends for over 15 years, witnessing Anthony, Ashley, and Oliver navigate this tumultuous journey has been both heart-wrenching and humbling. The love and strength they've shown in the face of such adversity is a testament to their character and the bond that holds their family together.

This is a call to all who know them, and even those who don't, to come together in support of Goldie's fight for life. Your prayers, your messages of hope, and your generosity can make a significant difference. This moment is a stark reminder of the fragility of health and the importance of community in times of need.

We're reaching out to ask for your prayers for Goldie, a reminder to hold your loved ones close, and if possible, your financial support to help with the medical expenses that are quickly mounting. The focus for Anthony and Ashley should be on Goldie's recovery and Oliver's well-being, not the stress of financial burden.

Thank you to everyone who has already sent their love and support; it has been a beacon of hope for the family. We promise to keep you updated on Goldie's progress. Your kindness and generosity in this difficult time mean the world to us.

With deepest gratitude,