Honestly, I never thought in a million, zillion, katrillion, ma-nillion years I'd find myself writing this in a place like this, but life has a way of surprising us. I'm a single mom to two amazing girls—a lively, corky, superstar 7-year-old... think Broadway and gymnastics mixed with standup lol.. and a curious, firecracker of 1-year-old. We've been staying at my dad's place, all three of us sharing the living room couch. It's far from ideal, and the environment has been tough on us.

Growing up without my mom, who passed away when I was six, left a void that's been hard to fill. It's led to struggles with self-esteem and a pattern of seeking love in the wrong places. My last relationship opened my eyes to narcissistic abuse, stripping away my confidence and plunging me into depression. But through it all, I've found a renewed sense of self and revived a passion for music that's become my outlet.

I'm determined to create a better life for my daughters. A reliable car would be a game-changer, allowing me to find work and eventually move us into our own space. I've started PenTalkNetwork, a platform where people can share their stories of hardship and triumph, inspired by my journey and my brother's experiences during his 17-year incarceration.

Any support to help us get back on our feet would mean the world. Thank you for taking the time to read our story.

With gratitude,

Sam

Operation Transportation

By PenTalkNetwork

Operation Transportation