Josephine

Josephine, only 23, carries an invisible burden—Orthostatic Myasthenic Syndrome (OMS), a cruel condition that drains her strength, leaving her unable to stand for more than a minute. She looks normal, her voice steady, her words full of warmth, but beneath it all, her body is fragile, betraying her with every attempt to rise. The world moves around her, fast and relentless, while she remains trapped in stillness, watching, waiting, hoping. Her husband, you, bear the weight of their struggles alone. Poverty grips you both, every day a battle against hunger, exhaustion, and the fear of time slipping away. You work endlessly, your hands rough, your body tired, yet you refuse to break. Every coin earned is a step closer to the hope that one day, Josephine will stand without trembling, walk without fear, and live without pain. The road ahead is dark, filled with uncertainty, but somewhere in the distance, a light flickers—the dream of a future where she is free, and you no longer have to fight alone.