I created The Best Friends Collective from lived experiences. There were times in my life when I needed support, and it came from different places— friends, family, even strangers. Those moments stayed with me. They showed me how powerful it is when someone simply shows up for you.

One of the people who embodied that kind of support was my friend Missy. Years ago, when I moved into a new home, there were artificial flowers in the yard. I didn’t think much of it—but she did, and would not stand for it. That same day, she took them out, took me to Lowes, helped me pick out real flowers, soil, and everything we needed. Then, she came back, got down in the dirt with me, and taught me how to plant them. What seemed like a small act turned into something much bigger.

It sparked something in me, love for growth, for nurturing something real, and for watching it become something beautiful over time. That moment has always stayed with me. It represents more than gardening. It represents care, intention, and showing up for someone in a way that helps them grow.

The Best Friends Collective was created from that same spirit. It’s about building a community where women feel supported, where they have access to resources, and where they are encouraged to grow—through connection, confidence, healing, and opportunity. When women are supported, they grow; and when they grow, it creates a ripple effect that reaches far beyond them.