My Dream: Overcoming Immobility, Honoring My Parents

Life took an unexpected turn just before Christmas on my birthday when I turned 54. I woke up, and I couldn't walk. The shock and despair were overwhelming. Overnight, I went from fiercely independent and active to completely immobile. The diagnosis? A severely damaged hip requiring a $30,000 operation and extensive rehabilitation. The emotional impact has been profound; I feel lost and deeply saddened by this sudden change.

My fundraising goal of $30,000 is paramount. These funds will directly cover the cost of my hip replacement surgery and the intensive rehabilitation program necessary for my recovery.

Without this surgery, I face a two year wait through the public system, two years of unbearable pain, loneliness, and the constant fear that I may never fully recover.

The emotional weight of this situation is immense; it's a battle against pain, against despair, against the fear of a life confined to my bed.

This isn't just about the operation; it's about my future. I dream of running a 10k in September 2025, and ultimately, a marathon to raise money for Breast Cancer awareness, a cause close to my heart. This marathon is my way of honoring my parents, my guiding lights, who I lost way too young. They are my inspiration, they are my finish line.

If I don't reach my full goal, every dollar will go towards speeding up my rehabilitation. I'll document my journey with photos and updates, sharing my progress and inspiring others. We all deserve to feel like a "real winner" - and with your help, I can cross that finish line.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart,

Theodorsi