A few weeks ago, I had abdominal hysterectomy surgery. I was hopeful that I'd be able to take paid time off to recover properly and keep things stable for my family, but that hope fell through when my request was denied. Now I'm facing something I never expected to navigate alone.

I'm a single mom raising three kids, and right now, recovery is hard. My body needs time to heal, but my bills don't stop coming. My grocery budget has disappeared. I'm trying to figure out how to keep food on the table while I'm still in pain and can't work full shifts. On top of everything, I'm also caring for my grandmother, who is sick and depending on me.

I'm not asking for much, just enough to help us get through these next few weeks while my body recovers. Enough to buy groceries. Enough to make sure my kids eat. Enough to keep us afloat while I heal.

I've always been the one taking care of others, doing what needs to be done. But right now, I need help. If you can spare anything, it would mean everything to my family. Thank you for seeing us and for believing in our recovery.