For more than twenty years, nursing has been part of my identity — a calling, a ministry, and a place where God has continually shaped my heart. These days, I serve as a hospice nurse, walking with families through some of the most sacred and tender moments of life.
This website is the space where all of my worlds meet:
faith, hospice nursing, caregiver support, and writing books that help children understand big, difficult things.
Why I Created This Space
Every day, I sit at the bedside with families who are scared, overwhelmed, grieving, or simply unsure of what comes next. They whisper the same questions:
“Am I doing this right?”
“How do I help them?”
“How do I stay strong when my heart is breaking?”
I believe God placed this calling on my life — not only to care for patients, but to comfort the people who love them.
This blog is my way of offering that same support to you.
What You’ll Find Here
This site will grow over time, but here’s what you can expect:
Hospice Wisdom
Gentle, practical explanations about end-of-life changes, symptoms, medication, what’s normal, and what to expect.
Caregiver Support
Realistic, compassionate guidance for the people doing the hardest work — loving and caring for someone who is dying.
Faith & Encouragement
Scripture-based comfort for seasons of grief, exhaustion, fear, and unanswered questions.
Talking to Kids About Death
My heart’s passion: helping children understand illness, death, Heaven, caregiving, and big feelings in a way that is honest and comforting.
My Writing Journey
Behind-the-scenes updates as I work on my children’s books, including Georgie the Giraffe, Nene’s story, and future projects.
My Mission
To bring gentle, faith-filled guidance to families facing aging, illness, and the end of life — offering comfort, clarity, and hope in their hardest moments.
If you’ve found your way here, I’m grateful.
I hope this becomes a place where you feel seen, supported, and reminded that God is near — especially in the hardest seasons.
You are not alone.
I’m honored to walk with you.
— Julia Pierce, RN
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