Focus on Our Affiliate Leaders - Carol Allen, Shining Light Mom of Tyler, HPH Board Member, Cave Creek & Book Club Affiliate Leader, Caring Listener

It has been nine years since my beautiful son Tyler gained his angel wings following a motorcycle accident. Tyler was and still is one of the kindest souls you could ever encounter. Nine years may sound like a long time for those of you who are new to this journey, however, I feel every bit as close and connected to him as the day he passed. Tyler has become my greatest teacher. I feel him with me 24 hours a day. I have learned to connect with him. I give all the credit to Helping Parents Heal, and of course Tyler. Tyler brought Helping Parents Heal to me. He was not about to let me wallow in my misery, which I truly believed was what my life was going to be following his passing. He came on strong to let me know he was not gone and right beside me. I was able to find joy and healing again, which I never thought possible.

I am now a Board Member, Cave Creek Affiliate Leader, Caring Listener and I also hold an online book club meeting quarterly for Helping Parents Heal. This brings tremendous fulfillment to me.

I honour Tyler every day! We do an annual hike, and we have a beautiful memorial bench at Spur Cross. After 26 years in real estate, my two sisters and I have teamed up to create our real estate name, The Tyler Team. We know he helps us every step of the way.

Hugs and love sent to you all!