I'm Leanne, a retired teacher and mother of two sons and grandmother of two granddaughters. I love the outdoors and spend as much time as possible on the lake, or in the woods. I am also a mother who has experienced the devastating loss of one of my sons. I am on a journey of healing with the Lord’s help and it's my hope to help others on the same path by sharing my experiences.

I started this website and blog in 2022 after my son died. The blog turned in to a book “A Beautiful Pain.” As I reflected on how God has consistently come alongside me, I wanted to share this hope and comfort with you. The writing bug must have bitten me because I went on to write a second book, “Tattered Hearts and Hopeful Souls.” This is a thirty-day devotional and I am excited to share it with you!

I continue to write and speak publicly in order to keep conversations about grief alive and to share God’s love and comfort with those who are grieving. I have a certificate in Death, Dying and Bereavement through Wilfrid Laurier University.