Bridge to Stability
Tex's Parkinson's Transition
We're navigating a significant life transition right now. Tex was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, and we're relocating to the United States for medical care and family support.
We're sharing this publicly because several people have asked how they can support us during this period.
What Changed
In recent months, Tex was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
What initially presented as anxiety and cognitive strain was later understood to be neurological in nature. Medication has made a meaningful difference, but Parkinson’s requires daily management, consistent routine, and realistic pacing.
Alongside this diagnosis, we have experienced a significant loss of income. Tex’s business, Portrayou Booking & Sales, was impacted as the photography studios he worked with updated their lead generation and customer management systems, resulting in a significant reduction in bookings. Cognitive challenges, now better understood in hindsight, made it increasingly difficult to adapt quickly to those changes. Separately, in October, Cat lost her primary source of income and has since been actively pitching and pursuing new opportunities.
We are addressing these realities directly. Medical care is underway. Business plans are in motion. Tex is in the process of applying for Social Security Disability, an important step that takes time.
What we need right now is a bridge. A clear window of stability that allows us to manage health responsibly, complete this transition, and move forward with steadiness rather than urgency.
Our Current Capacity
Parkinson's affects energy and focus in practical ways.
With medication and routine, Tex has a reliable functional work window from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Within that window, he can work, teach, demonstrate, and build. Outside of it, rest and recovery are required.
Catherine has taken on additional household and logistical support during this period while continuing to manage planning, coordination, and income strategy.
This pacing is not a setback—it's the framework we're building from.
We're Relocating
We're relocating to the United States as soon as possible to be closer to medical care, family support, and longer-term stability. Relocation itself comes with immediate costs and logistical overlap while income is still stabilizing. This move is practical and necessary.
The Bridge We're Asking For
$25,000
to cover a 3-month bridge while we:
Relocate to the U.S.
Stabilize medical routines
Restore predictable income
This bridge is designed to reduce pressure—not eliminate effort. We are actively working every day within sustainable limits.
How the Funds Will Be Used
Every dollar is allocated intentionally:
Relocation and temporary housing
Medical and health-related expenses
Basic living costs during the transition
Final launch and operating costs for Fotivo
We will share updates as we relocate and as Fotivo officially launches. You can read more about our project Fotivo below.
We Ask
If you're able to contribute, we're deeply grateful.
If not, sharing this helps us reach the right people.
This is a time-bound bridge, not an ongoing request.
This support allows us to complete a responsible transition and return to self-sufficiency with stability and integrity.
What We're Working On
Fotivo
Over the past year, we've been developing Fotivo, a product photography tool designed by photographers for ecommerce brands. It's built to help sellers create clean, consistent product images without expensive setups or complex workflows.
Fotivo is nearly launch-ready. The remaining work is focused, achievable, and already scoped. The product itself is strong. What's needed now is time and stability to finish the final phase and launch cleanly.
Meet Fotivo
See how Fotivo transforms simple product photos into stunning lifestyle images.
Thank you for reading, for caring, and for being part of our extended community.
Every donation is helpful. Thank you.
Questions
What is the 3-month timeline?
The $25,000 bridge is designed to provide stability for a defined 3-month period. This timeframe covers the relocation process, final Fotivo launch steps, and stabilization of medical routines. By the end of this period, we aim to have relocated to the U.S., launched Fotivo, and restored predictable income. This is not an ongoing request—it's a specific window of support during a critical transition.
How will the $25,000 be allocated?
Every dollar is allocated intentionally across four categories: (1) Relocation and temporary housing costs, (2) Medical and health-related expenses, (3) Basic living costs during the transition, and (4) Final launch and operating costs for Fotivo. We will provide detailed updates as funds are used and milestones are reached.
Will there be updates as to how the funds are used?
Yes. We are committed to transparency and will share updates as we relocate and as Fotivo officially launches. You can expect progress reports on the relocation process, Tex's medical stabilization, and Fotivo's launch timeline. We believe accountability is essential to maintaining trust with our supporters.