
Gladys
Pain to grateful glory
Our story
In 2019, a foot surgery led to CRPS, leaving me in debilitating pain and making even everyday tasks a struggle. After years of trying everything, I thought my outdoor adventures were over. Thankfully, my doctor never gave up on me and helped me find a specialist willing to perform an amputation. Two years later, I’m walking again, living with so much less pain, and after SIX years, I finally went hiking! ❤️🥾 A weekend at the ranch would be such a blessing as I continue healing, exploring the world, and experiencing things I once thought I’d never do again. Sometimes, the simplest experiences make the biggest impact on our physical and mental healing. 🙏❤️
What the weekend would mean to us
A weekend at the ranch would be such a blessing! ❤️ After everything I’ve been through, I’m finally on a healing journey that has allowed me to start exploring the world again and experiencing things I once thought I’d never be able to do. For so long, even the simplest activities came with constant pain, discomfort, and challenges. Now, I’m learning to embrace life again, make new memories, and enjoy the little things that so many people take for granted. Something as simple as a weekend away can make such a meaningful impact on both mental and physical healing. It’s not just about getting away; it’s about making memories, finding peace, experiencing new adventures, and being reminded of how beautiful life can be after so much struggle. Being able to spend a weekend at the ranch would be more than just a getaway for me. It would be a blessing, an opportunity to celebrate how far I’ve come, and another step forward in this journey of healing and rediscovering life. ❤️🙏
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If an entry that comes through Gladys’ link wins the national final, Gladys win a free two-night stay at the ranch — whatever happens in their own bracket.