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Jim is a 69-year-old man who has faced more than his share of challenges. After being taken advantage of by previous mechanics who charged him for unnecessary repairs and then disappeared, Jim was left with a truck that still needed major work. Despite being disabled, Jim has always tried to work on his own vehicles, but this time the repairs were simply too much for him to handle alone. 
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 Jim’s dream is to restore his 1991 truck so he can surprise his son, who had to give up his own 1991 truck when it became too damaged to fix. This truck represents more than just transportation—it’s a symbol of hope and a way for Jim to give back to his son, fulfilling a promise and keeping a family tradition alive. With the help of Freddy, a trustworthy mechanic, we’re working to replace the starter, fuel pump, fuel tank, thermostat, flush the radiator and engine block, change the oil filter, distributor, and alternator. Each repair brings Jim closer to his goal. 
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 Jim is known for his kindness and willingness to help others, which unfortunately has led to people taking advantage of him in the past. Now, we want to give back to Jim and show him the support he truly deserves. By supporting this fundraiser, you’re not only helping Jim finish his truck, but also making it possible for him to pass on something meaningful to his son. Every contribution brings us closer to getting Jim back on the road and helping the next person in need.

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<div>Malachi's records were sent to the Boston Children's Genetics team, and they reviewed his results and want to see him in person in November of this year! 


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<div>Raising funds to get Malachi to Boston Children's Genetics for more in depth testing and research on any chance of life saving NARS1 treatments or possible cure. 


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<div>No amount is too small, if enough people donated the price of a coffee, we'd could get Malachi to the experts and possibly change his life's outcome! 


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<div>NARS1, short for asparagine-tRNA synthetase, is a rare genetic disorder that can disrupt the body’s ability to produce proteins. When this gene is not functioning well, our body has trouble making proteins. And so it can cause a spectrum of different disorders.


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<div>About Malachi (Kai)


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<div>Malachi has always had a love for animals especially sloths and Giraffes (he says he has Giraffe powers due to how his skin looks).  His favorite color is green. He has the most beautiful blue eyes and the most loving kid! He loves sports and used to play football but is now only playing soccer and baseball as he gets worn out easy. He gives his all and still wants to play everything, He loves riding bikes, fishing and swimming. 


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<div>My little Kai will be turning 8 in October of this year.  Very early on, we noticed that Malachi had unique skin that kept changing and this led to our first of many specialist and tests, leading to a NARS1 diagnosis. 


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<div>He started seeing Genetics at Texas Children's when he was 2 and they started genetic testing. The first test revealed he has Pigmentary Mosaicism. Pigmentary mosaicism is a term that describes varied patterns of pigmentation in the skin caused by genetic heterogeneity of the skin cells. In a substantial number of cases, pigmentary mosaicism is observed alongside extracutaneous abnormalities typically involving the central nervous system and the musculoskeletal system.  Only 7% exhibited a combination of hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. (which Malachi has) Pigmentary mosaicism can present with a variety of symptoms, including:


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<li>Streaks and swirls: Following the Blaschko lines, which are characteristic patterns of skin cells with different melanin production. 


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<li>Checkerboard distribution: A pattern where areas of skin appear lighter and darker, resembling a checkerboard. 


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<li>Phylloid arrangement: Leaf-like patterns of skin color, often seen in certain skin conditions. 


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<li>Light patches: Lighter skin patches that may appear on one or both sides of the body, covering large areas or scattered. 


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<li> There is evidence suggesting that pigmentary mosaicism can lead to hearing loss in certain individuals.


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<li>Neurological symptoms: In about 90% of cases, neurological symptoms may be present, such as seizures or developmental delays. 


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<li>Muscle and bone symptoms: Muscle and bone symptoms are seen in around 70% of cases. 


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<li>Eye issues: 25% of cases may present with eye issues. 


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<div>As the years go on, Malachi's doctor suspected developmental delays and was put on the wait list to the Myers Center with Texas Children's. While on the wait list his genetics doctor was concerned by the "mix or patterns" on him as well as his hyperactivity and global developmental delay level and ordered more genetic testing. He now has had the KITLG, Chromosomal Microarray (CMA), Whole Exome Sequencing (WES).  The CMA test revealed a deletion in the 18p chromosome, and the WES test detected the NARS1. The doctor ordered a more detailed genetic test to look more into the NARS1. They did RNA sequencing and a tES revealed a de novo heterozygous frameshift stop-gain variant in the exon. On May 5th 2025, genetic testing confirmed Malachi as having a very rare genetic disorder called NARS1 disease. LIFE EXPECTANCY OF PEOPLE WITH NARS1 VARIES; DATA RECEIVED SO FAR SHOWS THAT AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS USUALLY SURVIVE INTO TEENAGE YEARS. However, there is no record of the exact type Kai has. Even with this diagnosis his genetics team and experts are not satisfied that this is the only thing kai has and it doesn't explain all of his symptoms / diagnosis (ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, Articulation Difficulty, Advanced bone growth, Short term memory loss, Dyslexia, Physical/inducible urticaria, Asthma, Pigmentary Mosaicism and NARS1.  They are including him in papers and studies with hopes we might find someone else or at the least his data could help the children of the future. 


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<div>Why Boston Children's?


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<div>Diseases like NARS1 are prime for consideration with gene replacement therapy and other approaches.


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<div>Rapid technological advances in genetics and genomics are allowing our researchers to find extremely subtle mutations affecting just small a fraction of the body’s cells; unusual, one-of-a-kind mutations; and mutations in the genome’s “dark matter” — genetic code that regulates the expression of other genes. Tools we use include:


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<div>Bioinformatics expertise, tissue banks, stem cell models, and animal models all contribute to a fast pace of discovery. We often collaborate with academic partners and with industry on clinical and preclinical investigations.


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<div>"We often collaborate with academic partners and with industry on clinical and preclinical investigations. These advances are helping us solve patients’ diagnostic mysteries, We often collaborate with academic partners and with industry on clinical and preclinical investigations. These advances are helping us solve patients’ diagnostic mysteries, understand disease biology and find new treatments — sometimes ones that wouldn’t otherwise be considered. Today, it’s truly possible to go from genetic discovery to clinical trial within a decade. Our team is investigating a variety of genetic therapies. Our many initiatives include sequencing the genomes of newborns; pharmacogenomics, using genetic to better choose medications; and in-depth studies on rare conditions in our Manton Center for Orphan Disease Research. We are also proud to be part of the National Institutes of Health's Undiagnosed Diseases Network as part of the Harvard Clinical Site."


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<div>All funds raised will be used to get us to Boston Childrens Hospital, this includes flight cost, hotel cost, medical bills and all other expenses that come with it.  I will continue to share his life's journey.  


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