As a mother of four adult children, my life was shaped by the challenges my daughters faced as they began their own journeys in life. Unfortunately, all three of my daughters found themselves trapped in abusive relationships that led them to seek refuge in shelters. Some of their experiences were more painful than others, but nothing could have prepared me for the heartbreak I would face when my daughter's boyfriend tragically murdered her two-and-a-half-year-old son. My second grandson would have been twenty-six this year. The devastation of this loss, and the knowledge that the man responsible is now serving a life sentence, ignited a deep passion in me to help others who have faced unimaginable trauma.

In May 2021, I began my mission to support women and children recovering from domestic violence, human trafficking, and substance abuse by delivering purses and gift bags filled with toiletries and other necessities. I wanted to provide something small but meaningful—a gesture that could brighten their day and offer a sense of dignity in the face of such hardship. Each purse and gift bag is packed with care, meant to show these women and children that they are not alone. This mission has become my heart’s work, and through it, I hope to bring comfort, encouragement, and a reminder that they are worthy of happiness and a better future.