Through those heartaches and difficult end-of-life journeys, I often felt profoundly alone, because I didn't know how to express the deep pain in my heart. Our society doesn't honor this grief the way it deserves, and I didn't know how to lean on others. Animals touch parts of our hearts and brains in ways human relationships often cannot, filling the unique nooks and crannies of our lives. When they are physically gone, those voids and painful reminders deserve to be held in love, understood, and honored. The grief we feel when our beloved family members are no longer by our side deserves to be witnessed and held in deep reverence, and it is my heart's desire to help support as many people as possible on their path.

Alongside these experiences, I bring a unique blend of lived experience, specialized mentorship, and formal coursework in grief and end-of-life support for animals and their people, allowing me to walk beside others with both compassion and expertise. I was fortunate to have a dear friend who was a guiding light to me, providing loving support through every stage with Bosworth and Buttercup. Her unwavering care made me realize how many people navigate these sacred, tender times alone and don't know where to turn. This profound realization, that everyone deserves specialized support to make their journey as held in love, supported, and guided toward grace and ease as possible, was the final inspiration that gave birth to Pawsitive Trails and my heartfelt mission.