Hello!

We are Makena and Kailani Swithin. When we were just 2 and 4-years-old, our worlds turned upside down as a result of our parent’s difficult divorce. During our dad’s parenting time, we often found ourselves feeling unsafe and scared. We clung to the things that made us feel more secure despite the environment we were in.

One of these things was pink fireworks. 

On the Fourth of July in 2011, we were scheduled for a visit with our dad. We were sad that we couldn't spend the holiday with our mom. Before leaving for the weekend, our mom reassured us that whenever we saw pink fireworks, we could consider it a big hug from her. 

During the fireworks, we felt comforted every time we saw a burst of pink light up the sky. From that point on, pink fireworks became a meaningful symbol that reminded us that our mom’s love for us was always with us, even when we weren’t physically with her. This was just one of many things that kept us feeling connected to our mom during some very difficult times. 

As young adults, we are now able to reflect back on our journey. Because of our own experiences, we have a deep understanding of how difficult these situations can be for children. It is our desire to help children feel seen and heard while filling their toolboxes with things that helped us along the way. 

We have been through a lot but we are grateful to have peace in our lives now. We wish all children had peace and safety.