Hi family and friends!

Each year for my birthday, I usually dedicate my fundraising efforts to organizations and causes close to my heart. This year, I’ve decided to pour into something I’ve been quietly working on for a long time—my very first children’s book.

This book is designed to help children process grief through life’s different stages. Grief is something we all encounter, yet it can feel overwhelming and isolating—especially for young minds still learning how to understand big feelings. My hope is that this book can serve as a gentle companion, offering comfort, validation, and guidance to children and families as they navigate loss in its many forms.

The funds raised will go toward:

• Professional editing and illustration to bring the story to life

• Printing and publishing costs

• Distribution so families, schools, and community organizations can access it

Creating this book is deeply personal to me, and it’s a project I believe will make a meaningful difference for children and caregivers alike. By supporting this campaign, you’re not only helping me achieve a dream, but also helping provide an important resource for families learning how to talk about and move through grief together.

If you’re unable to give, please consider sharing this campaign with others who might want to support. Every donation and every share makes an impact.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me.

Blurb:

Each page of Everywhere I Am, You Are offers a sensory-rich experience, inviting readers to pause and appreciate the connection that remains long after a loved one has passed. As we follow these characters through different stages of life, we witness how they continue to carry their mother's love with them, shaped by memories, feelings, and actions that honor her legacy.

At its heart, this book is about the eternal nature of love, how it weaves itself through the fabric of our lives, and how the bond with those we’ve lost can never be severed. The narrative reminds readers that though their loved ones may no longer be physically present, they are always with them in spirit, offering guidance, strength, and a steady hand to hold.

Everywhere I Am, You Are will resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced the loss of a mother or a beloved family member, while offering comfort and a reminder of the enduring power of love. Perfect for readers of all ages, this book encourages reflection, connection, and the quiet joy of remembering those who have shaped us.