February 17th, 2024, our storage unit was broken into and everything we had worked for—the inventory and equipment—was stolen just days before I secured a storefront and a major vendor event. With insurance denying my claim and no funds to replace what was lost, I felt defeated and considered quitting. However, I refused to give up. I shared my story with local news, and after weeks of persistence, CBS aired my story. That led to a connection with Marlon Watts, CEO of WrldnVsn, who gave me the guidance we needed to rebuild. Though it’s been a tough road, I’ve learned that setbacks are part of the journey and that perseverance can lead to unexpected opportunities.