I once lived a dream life with my soulmate and our beautiful children—our sons and our daughter. We built a life full of love, deep connection and A LOT of laughter. Everything changed when our daughter was diagnosed with Autoimmune Encephalitis and Polyglandular Autoimmune Syndrome Type II—rare, life-altering conditions that brought new challenges and a shift in our family’s world.

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Then, in a devastating turn, my husband and I were involved in a motorcycle accident caused by a tow truck turning directly into our path. That day, I lost my left leg—and the love of my life. But I survived...because my husband made sure of it. I carry our memories, our strength, our love and especially our laughter into everything I do.

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Life has changed forever. Now, I am navigating the aftermath: the trauma, the grief, the physical and emotional rebuilding. I’m learning to live again, to find purpose through pain, and to carry forward for my children and myself. My husband saved my life that horrible day, so I want to do something great to make him and my children proud. This is my story—not just of loss, but of resilience, healing, and hope.