April’s Story

Like many others, my story began with overwhelm. I was a single mom juggling work, stress, and daily pain. I loved my career, but grief and loss left me numb. Life felt heavy, and I longed for peace.

That peace didn’t come from quitting my job or reinventing everything overnight. It came from a simple moment: sitting with a cup of tea. When I allowed myself to slow down, breathe, and fully experience the warmth and flavor of that tea, something shifted. My mind quieted, my body softened, and I felt the flicker of joy again.

That small practice became a doorway. Day after day, I committed to presence—through tea, through breath, through mindfulness. Slowly, I found healing. I became a more present mother, my relationships transformed, and my life regained color and meaning. This practice and other mindfulness techniques became critical when I faced Breast Cancer and supported me through my healing journey.

Today, I share what I’ve learned through many paths:

• Poetry & Writing – books and essays that blend story and mindfulness, offering guidance for navigating health crises and life’s challenges with presence and compassion.

• Meditation & Classes – teaching simple, grounded practices to reconnect with the present moment.

• Essential Oils & Herbal Wellness – natural tools that support mind, body, and spirit.

• Photography – in collaboration with my brother, I co-run Terrell Photography, where we create art that celebrates the beauty of the natural world.

I draw from over 25 years of studying spiritual and healing traditions, including Buddhism, yoga, Reiki, and herbal medicine. I’m currently completing the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program and hold credentials as a Reiki Master, Herbal Healing practitioner, and yoga teacher.

Professionally, I also bring two decades of executive leadership in business and non-profit sectors, along with an MBA. That blend of practical and spiritual shapes everything I offer: accessible, real-world tools rooted in wisdom traditions.

My hope is that through my words, classes, and offerings, you’ll be inspired to pause, breathe, and discover the healing beauty in your own everyday moments.

*If you would like personalized support from me, please see my Tea & Presence Sessions for one-on-one conversations.