Author | Advocate

I’m an open book.

“The truth is I would take the hurt to remember each detail by her side. I would take the disappointment to experience her bravery and strength. I would take the fear to know love like this.” 

— Can’t Breathe

CAN’T

BREATHE

A Memoir

“We hope now, and we hope always. For the future that is forever unknown. For the present we cherish and hold close. For the past that has challenged, shaped and strengthened us. And we continue on. To enjoy what we have in this moment and press through whatever next comes our way.”

— Can’t Breathe

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