Hi, I’m Amanda. A couple of years ago, I heard the words that changed everything: You have Multiple Sclerosis. Since then, life has become a constant battle between what my mind wants to do and what my body allows. MS is invisible to most people, but for me, it’s in everything—chronic fatigue, pain, brain fog, and the emotional weight of fighting a war no one can see.

There are days I feel strong, and there are days I break. But I never stop trying.

Through it all, my dog Gatsby has been my rock. He’s not just my companion—he’s my comfort, my reason to keep going on the hardest days. When my body is exhausted and my spirit feels low, he stays by my side, reminding me I’m not alone in this.

This fundraiser isn’t easy for me to make—asking for help never is. But the truth is, living with MS comes with overwhelming medical costs, treatments, and adjustments to daily life I never anticipated. Every donation, no matter the size, helps me manage the weight of this illness and gives me space to focus on healing.

If you’ve ever felt trapped in your own body or pushed forward through pain—you understand. Thank you for seeing me, supporting me, and walking alongside me and Gatsby in this fight. Your compassion means more than words can express.