
The day that changed everything
Ten years ago, my four-year-old son Harvey died at home under the compassionate care of Chesapeake Kids, the pediatric hospice program at Hospice of the Chesapeake. Hospice gave us the priceless gifts of time and connection—relieving us of medical burdens so we could focus on creating lasting memories together. Today, I honor Harvey’s memory by helping others navigate grief, teaching that within the pain, there is also enduring love. This is my “gift in grief”—a gift from Harvey that I carry forward every day.

Camp Nabi 2023 Complete Reflections
Camp Nabi is an Overnight Grief Camp for Children & Teens facilitated by Hospice of the Chesapeake. I volunteered for the first time in 2023 and it was life changing in the best way.

Camp Nabi: A Life Changing Experience
Camp Nabi is an Overnight Grief Camp for Children & Teens facilitated by Hospice of the Chesapeake. Marie volunteered in the role of “Big Buddy." It was an awe-inspiring weekend.

Burgess helps raise $240,000* for Chesapeake Kids: A Division of Hospice Of The Chesapeake
I recently attended the 45th annual event as the guest speaker in my roles as Harvey’s Mom, Hospice Volunteer and Local Grief Therapist.

Sharing is Caring: How our story will benefit Hospice Fundraiser “Fashion for A Cause”
I've been asked to share our story—of Harvey's life, our journey with hospice and everything since—at this year's "Fashion for a Cause" fundraising event presented by Hospice of the Chesapeake.