Because of Eli

Amy and Erica had the honor of attending the 11th Annual Heroes of Hope Celebration hosted by AltruVision. This powerful event brings together donor families, recipients, and supporters to honor the heroes whose gifts continue to save and change lives.For families like ours, these moments are a reminder that even through deep loss, love and hope continue to live on through the gift of donation. 

In this episode, we sit down with Karen Feeley, owner of Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home. Karen and her compassionate team cared for Eli, and we are forever grateful for the kindness and dignity they showed our family.Karen is also a bereaved mother who has created a space of support and understanding for grieving families. Join us as she shares her perspective on walking alongside families during one of the most devastating times in their lives, and the importance of compassion, listening, and honoring the stories of those we love.This episode also honors Karen’s son — Because of Joseph. ❤️Because of Eli ❤️

Victoria and Mike join us to share their incredible story. Victoria is a living donor, and Mike is the recipient of her life-saving gift. What makes their story even more amazing is that they were complete strangers before this journey—and now they share a bond that will last a lifetime.

Jack and Amy share an honest conversation about how grief impacts marriage—the strain, the misunderstandings, and the moments that bring you closer. A transparent look at love, loss, and choosing each other through heartbreak.Because of Eli, we continue to have the hard conversations—so no one has to navigate grief alone.Trigger Warning: Discussion of child loss and grief.

This episode of Because of Eli explores perinatal loss and may be extremely triggering for some listeners.Join us as Kelsey bravely shares her personal journey of love, loss, and resilience. This episode is dedicated to the loving memory of Lucy.Because of Lucy, Kelsey has found purpose in supporting others through their own journeys of grief and healing. 🤍🤍 Please take care of yourself while listening, and step away if you need to.

Self-care and healing can take many forms. Join Erica and Amy as they share their personal medium experiences and explore how connection can bring comfort through grief.

Trigger Warning:This episode includes discussion of the death of a child and may be emotionally difficult for some listeners.Grief has a way of revealing who can sit in the hard places. In this episode of Because of Eli, we talk about losing a child and how relationships shift in the aftermath of loss.Love doesn’t end at goodbye—and neither does grief.

This episode of Because of Eli is about holding space—for grief, for curiosity, and for yourself. We welcome a medium to discuss messages often sought in loss, the hope and healing they can bring, and how to navigate grief without losing yourself in it. Alongside this conversation, we focus on self-care as a vital part of surviving and living with loss. Come as you are. Listen with an open heart. Take what you need.For our Youtube Viewers:At the close of this episode, we share a slideshow of photos in loving memory of Dakota Scott Beal—a quiet moment to honor his life, speak his name, and hold space for remembrance.

Welcome back! Today we're taking a moment to catch you up on what the last couple of months have looked like for us. We also share a conversation with a special guest who offered some thoughtful guidance on how to talk with children about death. As we move out of the holiday season, we want to acknowledge how heavy this time can be when you're grieving. We hope you found even small moments of comfort or connection, and if not, that's ok too. We're really glad you're here with us!

We teamed up with Iron Roots as Brooke-Linh and Gianna break down what Iron Roots is and how bodybuilding has impacted their healing and strength.Lots of laughter----and even some UNO!

The holidays can bring joy, memories, and moments that tug at our hearts. This week, we talk about navigating it all- grief, traditions, and giving yourself permission to show up just as you are.

Addiction can take so much from a person - but recovery shows us the strength that still lives within. In this episode, we have an open and honest conversation about the realities of addiction, the courage it takes to seek help, and the hope that comes with healing. It's a reminder that no one is ever too far gone to begin again. 💫

Join us and our special guest, Reiki Master Dawn! Dawn shares how Reki can help those walking through grief and why self-care matters!

This halloween, we are reminding ourselves that it's ok to laugh- even through  tears. Grief and joy can exist in the same breath. Sometimes healing looks like a good cry, and sometimes it looks like laughing until your stomach hurts. Tune in for real talk, heart, and maybe a few giggles too! 👻🎃👻

In episode 5 we discuss the loss of siblings, battles with addiction, and finding the balance between grieving and carrying out daily tasks. Our very first guest Brookelinh shares her first hand experience with theses topics as she opens up  for the first time about the loss of her brother. We hope more people will be willing to  share their experiences with grief and we hope you find comfort knowing you are not alone on this journey.

In this episode of Because of Eli, we share Eli’s story—who he was, how he loved, and the quiet ways he continues to matter. This is a telling shaped by memory and love, honoring a son whose presence did not end, even when his life did. Eli’s story is held here with care, spoken gently, and remembered always—because of Eli.

Before the loss, there was a life deeply loved.Before the mission, there was a boy named Eli.In this opening episode of Because of Eli, meet Erica and Amy, and meet the heart of it all—Eli. We share who we are, how this story began, and why saying his name still matters. This episode is not about answers, but about love that remains, stories that deserve to be told, and a legacy carried forward—because of Eli.