Hello, everyone. I’m reaching out in hopes that there might be someone who can help my family make it through this holiday season. We’ve been through so much lately, and right now, the days feel overwhelming as we try to recover from one hardship after another. 

 

Hurricane Helene tore through Augusta, GA, and left our world turned upside down. During the storm, I discovered my ceiling was no match for the rain. Water poured in, and while we waited for the storm to pass, my heart sank as I realized just how much damage it cacaused, the trailer park where grandparent’s stay was hit hard, too—multiple trees fell through the homes there, including the grandparent, adding even more devastation. Our car was totaled as well, leaving us with even fewer resources to get by. We’re still waiting to hear from FEMA, praying for help that hasn’t come yet.

 

Then, on October 14th, we lost my children’s beloved Aunt Linda. She passed away so suddenly from a brain aneurysm. Linda was special needs, but she was so much more than that to us. She was our rock, our joy, our peace in the storm. She prayed for us daily, blessed our meals, and always brought a light to our lives that no one else could. Her laughter filled our home, and now there’s an emptiness that no one can fill.

 

Just two days after losing Linda, we learned that my children’s Papaw—who has been fighting lung cancer with all he had—has no treatment options left. He’s been through radiation and chemo, but they didn’t work, and now the doctors say the cancer has spread. They’ve suggested we call in hospice. The thought of losing him so soon after Linda is almost too much for my family to bear.

 

We’re trying to take things one day at a time, but the bills are piling up. Georgia Power wants $330 to transfer Linda’s account to my name. Thanksgiving and Christmas are around the corner, and I want my children, especially Jeffery, who turns 9 this month, to feel some joy amidst the heartache. Between my kids and their cousins, we have nine little hearts to think of—five beautiful girls (ages 6, 10, 11, 12, and 15) and four precious boys (ages 6, 7, 8, and 14).

 

If there’s anyone out there who could lend a hand, whether it’s gifts for the children or help with the power deposit or even just a prayer, we would be beyond grateful. This holiday season feels heavy, but I believe there’s still kindness and light out there that can help lift us up. Thank you for reading, for caring, and for anything you can do to help bring some hope and joy to our family this season.

• Listing ID: 10478
• My City: Augusta

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