Many of you have followed the incredible journey of our identical twin boys, Oliver and Everett. For those who don’t yet know their story, they are our miracle twins born 3½ months early. Their arrival was nothing short of miraculous, but it also marked the beginning of an unimaginable battle. Oliver, born at 1lb 15oz and 11.5 inches long, and Everett at just 15oz and 9.5 inches long, began their lives fighting for survival. Oliver spent 99 days in the NICU while Everett faced even greater challenges, spending 388 days in three different hospitals, enduring numerous setbacks, multiple surgeries, and moments where we almost lost him.
Through God’s grace and the unwavering support of friends, family, and an incredible medical team, our boys are growing stronger each day. Their progress is nothing short of miraculous, but their journey is far from over.
Recently, Everett was diagnosed with moderate to severe spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, meaning he may rely on a wheelchair for life. He faces significant mobility challenges and requires weekly speech, occupational, and physical therapy sessions and multiple monthly doctor appointments in both WV and Columbus, OH. Everett also needs a feeding tube and continuous oxygen support for everyday living. Despite everything, we believe in Everett’s future and are fighting for it with all our hearts. He is our little warrior, and we will never stop advocating for his health, happiness, and ability to thrive. It will be a lifelong endeavor, but one we are beyond grateful to endure because it means Everett survived!
As joyful as this journey has been, it has also come with immense financial burdens. We have accrued over $2 million in medical debt and continue to incur costs as Everett receives ongoing, specialized care. This has made our day-to-day living unstable and financially draining.
The financial burden is weighing heavily on us, and with expenses mounting, we are struggling to keep up. With heavy and humble hearts, we are asking for help. Whether it’s a donation, a share, or simply a prayer—your support means the world to us and will give our boys a chance to thrive, not just survive. We are beyond thankful for any help you can provide. Thank you for loving and supporting our family during this difficult time. Your generosity means the world to us and our sons.
