Last year was a hard year for my mom's health, and 2026 hasn't been much easier. She had breast cancer, and after that had gone into remission, she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Last December, she went in for emergency spinal surgery. Recently, she had two hip surgeries and is once again in the thick of a difficult recovery period. I love my mom more than anything in the world, and I can't describe how hard it is to see her in such pain. If I could make it all go away in an instant, I would in a heartbeat. I can't be there to help her 24/7, as much as I'd like to. That's why I made this page. Give In Kind gives us a way to coordinate in one place so we can focus on helping my mom get through surgery and recovery. Whether it’s meals, supplies, errands, or simply messages of encouragement, every act of support lifts a huge weight off of her shoulders. Right now she’s focused on healing, resting, and slowly regaining strength and mobility. Recovery is going to take time and a lot of support, but we’re hopeful that these surgeries will finally bring her some lasting relief and improve her quality of life. Thank you to everyone who has already shown up for us. It has meant more than you know and has made this heavy season a little lighter. Thank you for taking the time to read her story and for caring about her recovery. Your kindness means more than we can express, and we are deeply grateful for any way you choose to help. With love, Lark ❤️