It was the "go-to" place, she said.
That changed Oct. 22 when a fire ravaged the home, forcing the family into a hotel.
More than $1,700 had been raised on a GoFundMe launched by Barrett as of Tuesday afternoon.
Despite needing several thousand dollars to help offset the financial damage, Barrett remains positive.
"Although to some 'we lost everything' we’ve actually lost 'NOTHING'! We have each other!" she wrote on the page.
"No one was harmed or injured! No hospital visits! Our items can be replaced! And this is where we need a little help."
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