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Welcome to the William’s Walk blog. This is our location for education, information, and rants. We try to post weekly, however at times we may be more or less frequent, don’t hold us to it.

  • What Grief Taught Us About Community

    What Grief Taught Us About Community

    When we lost William in a road crash, we were shattered. The weight of our grief was, and still is, something we never imagined carrying. But from the very beginning, we were not alone. If you’ve talked to Michael or me about this journey, you know how deeply we believe that grief and love are…

  • 5 Things Memphis (and Every City) Can Do to Protect Pedestrians

    5 Things Memphis (and Every City) Can Do to Protect Pedestrians

    Because Safe Streets Shouldn’t Be a Luxury When we lost William, it opened our eyes to a painful truth: Memphis is the most dangerous city in the country for pedestrians. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Road crashes aren’t random; they’re preventable. Cities can make choices that save lives. We’ve seen it done…

  • Wrapping Up the Inaugural William’s Walk – Thank You for Making It Unforgettable!

    Wrapping Up the Inaugural William’s Walk – Thank You for Making It Unforgettable!

    What a day! The Inaugural William’s Walk was more than just a stroll through Overton Park Memphis, it was a powerful, joyful, and heartfelt step toward a safer city for all. From the first check-in to the last cheerful goodbye, you made it a success. We’re still buzzing from the incredible energy, and we wanted…

What Grief Taught Us About Community

When we lost William in a road crash, we were shattered. The weight of our grief was, and still is, something we never imagined carrying. But from the very beginning, we were not alone. If you’ve talked to Michael or me about this journey, you know how deeply we believe that grief and love are…

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