Miranda & her “Warrior Mom Era”

I am 41 years old and live in Maryland with my husband and twin 11 year-old boys, and a menagerie of animals. I love reading, gardening and spending time in nature. 

My son was diagnosed with T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in March 2021 at 7 years of age. He finished 3.5 long years of treatment in July 2024 at 11 years of age. 

I am no stranger to death and grief.

My father died of AIDS when I was 10 years old. After that, it was just me and my mom. So, my grandparents moved in with us. My Pop-Pop took over the fatherly role in my life.

Time passed and I grew up and started a family of my own.

My Pop-Pop developed many health issues, including dementia, so we decided that the best course of action was to all be under one roof again. I had the privilege of helping take care of him until his death in March 2023. 

Six months later, my mother-in-law was diagnosed with a rare form of neuroendocrine cancer called carcinoid. Eventually, she was not able to care for herself on her own, so she moved in with us. Once again, I had the privilege of being a caregiver for her until her death in December 2024. 

I am looking forward to using the knowledge and resources that I have gained to help others who are walking this same path.

The best way to contact me is by text or phone.

Inspired by Miranda’s story? We were too!

Miranda is currently one of our teams Compassionate Mentors. Compassionate Mentors are NOT therapists but a friend along the path to listen and understand. If you are finding yourself resonating with Miranda’s story on your own life’s journey, join our free community for “Caregrievers” today!

After you join you’ll be able to access the free service, Compassionate Mentoring. We will match you with Miranda or one of our other mentors. Learn more about Compassionate Mentoring here.

At Project eleven 44 we support “Caregrievers” of all stripes with resources (including sponsored respite retreats each year), support, hope and community around conscious grieving.