The reality is that we can hold both the pain and sorrow of grief with hope and healing. I am determined to let others who have been impacted by these devastating losses know that as well. This work is my lifeline, my purpose, and my commitment to make a difference in the lives of those who share in the heartbreak of loss.

Despite feeling like a complete failure because I was unable to protect him, I focused on how I could use my experience to be the voice for change.