I am a wife, a mother of two young children, and a storyteller at heart. Though I hold a master’s degree in criminal justice, my path has led me somewhere unexpected—toward writing as both a release and a calling. After losing my mother, I turned to words as a way to process grief, honor her memory, and connect with others who know the weight of loss. This book is my first, born out of love, resilience, and the hope that sharing my story will help others feel less alone in theirs.