My Story: My first and only son, Noah, passed while still in my womb in 2013. Walking that path was the hardest thing I have ever faced. My grief for my son is still a part of me, in good ways and in not so good ways. But my greatest teachings in life, to this day, I learn through Noah. I am constantly amazed at the experiences, journeys, and connections I have made in life because of him. It is because of him that I stepped into doula work in 2019. And when I walk with families through their impossible seasons I feel closer to Noah, Closer to God, and more at peace. I don’t have any photos of Noah, but on the way to the hospital to have a D&C to help complete my miscarriage we saw this winged elephant shaped cloud. Elephants were our nursery theme for Noah. Elephants have perfectly encapsulated my relationship with my son. He helps me not forget the blessings of life, He has brought me joy beyond measure, and I have soared higher than I ever thought I could.