Writing this is one of the hardest things I have ever had to do, but I am fueled by hope and determination for my children. On Friday, January 23rd, our home was destroyed in an electrical fire. By the grace of God, everyone made it out safely and unharmed, and for that I am incredibly grateful. Our son Jay-Jay is truly our hero. When he saw smoke, he immediately sprang into action and helped get his sister, our two dogs, and himself safely outside. We are unbelievably proud of him.

While we are beyond thankful to be alive, we lost nearly everything. Our home has been condemned, and we lost our clothing, furniture, personal belongings, and the safe place my children depended on every day. I am a single mother, and unfortunately, we did not have insurance. Replacing our home on my income alone is simply not possible. Right now, we are staying in an extended-stay hotel while I am still responsible for paying our mobile home lot rent. The financial pressure has been overwhelming, and I am doing everything I can to keep a roof over my children’s heads.

My daughter Adrianna is diagnosed with Level 3 Autism and relies heavily on routine, stability, and a safe environment. Losing her home has been extremely difficult for her and for our entire family. My children deserve stability, safety, and the ability to continue attending school in our community. We are asking for help to purchase an affordable replacement mobile home, cover temporary housing expenses during this transition, replace essential items such as clothing, food, and daily necessities, and help restore stability and security for my children. Putting aside my pride to ask for help is incredibly difficult, but my children need safety, stability, and a place to call home again. If you cannot donate, sharing our story or keeping our family in your prayers would mean the world to us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking the time to read our story and for any kindness and support during this devastating time.