I'm raising money for household items so I can maintain our new home.

Why I'm using HandUp for household items.

My children and I are so happy to be living together again as a family. We love our new house. We are currently trying to raise money to purchase items for our new place like bedding, kitchen and bathroom items, etc. so we can make it into a home. Due to my current health issues, I am on a fixed income. Starting over is expensive, but I am trying to focus on the positives. We have so many things to be grateful for, and that includes the kind people that have offered their support to us. Thank you!!

About me.

My name is Lynn, and I was born in Ohio. My mother decided that she wanted to relocate to Michigan, so this is where I’ve been since 1981. I attended private school throughout my entire academic duration. I’m grateful for my parents giving me that opportunity. It was priceless. I have two teenage children, and they’re the most amazing kids on the planet. I’m blessed to have them.

Before everything in my life began to shatter, I worked as a fleet manager at a major car rental company. I enjoyed my time there, and I’m looking forward to being able to enter the workforce again. One of the things that I’m completely proud of is that I’ve always done things in my community to help with those less fortunate. This started in high school when my government teacher assigned a final on Civic Duties. I went and fed the homeless at Cass and Temple, and I never stopped. Now I’m the one who’s homeless. Sometimes life blindsides you, but in my case everyone saw me falling apart. I was the only one thinking that the mask I was wearing showed me as “doing fine.” I wasn’t.

Other things that make me happy are spending time with family. I enjoy writing poetry, drawing and painting. I LOVE TO ROLLER SKATE. One of my first loves

My backstory.

As I said earlier; depression got the best of me. I suffered a miscarriage four years ago, and it shattered my whole being. Almost two years later, I decided to take up drinking to numb the pain. When that didn’t help, I attempted suicide. As a result, I became a paraplegic. I’m currently working to have the best quality of life. With a home, I’m positive that I’ll be on my way to a great start.

My goals, moving forward.

I’m in a great place mentally. S.O.S has given me much hope. I hope to enroll in school this year, have my dad placed in a program that helps with memory care that he can attend at least 3 times a week, and lastly, rebuild the trust and foundation with my children. This to me, is everything.

Other things I'd like to share about myself.

Being with my kids keeps me content. One of my proudest moments was when the kids came to the hospital after my suicide attempt and read me the riot act. I had no other option but to “get it together, and quick!”

One of my dreams is to start a non profit that helps kids who suffer from depression. I’d like to be able to provide and aid in resources and share tips that may help reduce the thoughts of worthlessness. I would like to let them know they aren’t alone, and they aren’t the only one trying to get through the tough moments.

In closing, I’d like to share a quote from a song that has been getting me through my “tough moments.”

“This rainy day is temporary The contrast is why we got 'em 'Cause sun shining through is just a cloud away way”....

“Just a Cloud Away” -Pharrell William