Help Us Keep Ben and Peyton
As a family, we are usually not ones to turn to others for help. We are a very strong family that usually can get through hard times with the love that we have for each other. However, this time, that won't be enough. Benjamin Ryan Bastian and Peyton Leigh Bastian were born 9/8/2000 and 4/15/2002, respectively. Since 2003 their father Casey Bastian has had sole custody of them. Unfortunately, in October of 2008 he was accused of a crime he did not commit and was sentenced to an astonishing 51 years in prison. Even from a prison across the country he still plays a big role in Ben and Peyton's lives, whether it be calling them almost daily or giving them fatherly advice.
Since that day in 2008, My parents have been raising Ben and Peyton, providing for all of their needs, no matter how much money they didn't have.
Now, in 2016, 13 years after that ruling and 8 years of 100% no contact (not even eye contact in the grocery store) their Mother is fighting for custody. We believe that this was only brought on due to our attempt to collect more than the $150 in child support she has just been recently forced to give. Not to mention the $30K+ that she owes.
The reason I am here today is to ask for your help. During a court hearing today, May 24, 2016, we were informed of her intent. After speaking with the lawyer we now understand that we need between $5000-$10,000 to be able to stand up against her in court.
Sadly, with my father's recent back and leg problems he has had to reduce the amount of time spent at work. During a time when his medical bills are stacking up.
All we ask is for your help, whether it be monetary or in faith.
Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
The Bastian Family