Just days before Christmas 2021, 22-year-old Jacqueline Durand arrived at a home in Coppell, Texas, to dog-sit — something she had done many times before. 🎄🐶
But the moment she opened the door, everything changed. In a terrifying instant, the two dogs she was meant to care for attacked her without warning. ⚡💉

The mauling was brutal. The dogs tore away most of her face — her ears, nose, lips, and part of her cheeks — leaving her fighting for her life. 💔
By the time help arrived, Jacqueline had lost nearly 30% of her blood, yet somehow, her heart kept beating. ❤️‍🔥

She slipped into a weeks-long coma, endured countless reconstructive surgeries, and woke up to a new reflection in the mirror — one that told the story of unimaginable pain and unshakable strength. 🌈💪

But instead of hiding, Jacqueline chose light. She began to share her journey publicly, turning tragedy into a message of courage, resilience, and hope. 🌸✨

She tells her story not for sympathy, but to remind others — especially survivors of trauma — that beauty isn’t about perfection; it’s about persistence. 💖

Today, she continues to heal, to smile, to live boldly. When asked how she finds the strength to keep going, her answer is simple — and unforgettable:

“I’m still me — I just look a little different now.” 🕊️💫