Being at the bedside of my parents' deaths, I felt drawn to support others through their end-of-life journey. As a hospice volunteer, I find meaning by offering grace and compassion to families navigating the end of life. I discovered a deep sense of purpose with this calling and recognized being a death doula is my true path. As founder of Compassionate Crossings, LLC, I provide emotional and spiritual end-of-life care. One of my objectives is to educate others to understand the purpose and significance of discussing and preparing for death. I'm grateful for the opportunity to help guide someone dying toward a peaceful and dignified transition. I am also an avid photographer. With every photograph, I capture the beauty and wonder of life and the essence of love and connection. Preserving life's precious moments with photos is a powerful way to honor our memories and tell our stories.