From the Foundation:
Christmas without Kyra
I keep trying to focus on how Kyra’s story can help to bringabout needed changes. But, I would be lying if I didn’t say it hurts as muchtoday as it did the day I learned she was murdered.
Congress Takes Action to Prioritize Child Safety in Custody Cases
Jacqueline Franchetti’s statement on the passage of H.Con.Res. 72 “We’re overjoyed with the results on the Hill today. We now have a federal initiative in
To Kyra on Your Angel Day
Today marks the second anniversary of Kyra’s Angel Day. Kyra was 28-months old when she was murdered by her father. Truth be told, I would
Happy 4th Birthday in Heaven Kyra
I LOVED Kyra’s birthday. I loved celebrating the day she was born, the day she entered our world, and honoring HER. Kyra always made me
Kyra’s Irish Eyes Were Always Smiling
Kyra had the most gorgeous blue eyes. They were a soft blue. They were always dancing, and you would see her eyes light up when
Talking on the Phone
Kyra LOVED to talk on the phone. She thought it was one of the coolest things to do. It started with my iPhone. She instantly
Five Billboards Outside a Tony Robbins Conference
The most amazing four days of my life since Kyra was taken started out with me being in the bathroom at the worst possible time
Christmas in Heaven
Christmas would have been one of Kyra’s favorite holidays. You see, before she was taken, Kyra had been watching Elmo Christmas specials for months. She
Yours in Gratitude
When your baby dies, you feel isolated and alone. And, while I have the support of amazing people in my life, the truth is …
Breakfast with Kyra
I miss Kyra every second of every day. I miss Kyra’s smile, her laugh, her voice and the way she embraced life. And, every morning,
Kyra’s First Day of Preschool
Today, should have been Kyra’s first day of preschool. Over the last few weeks, I have seen pictures of my friends’ children on their
Do You Believe in Angels?
Kyra’s passing has been so hard to process. There are days when I simply cannot comprehend the depth of her loss…so you can imagine how
A Request from Jacqueline for Kyra’s Angel Day
One year ago was the last time I saw my sweet baby, Kyra, alive – the last time I saw her sweet face, her beautiful
A Father’s Day Message from Kyra’s Grandpa
Being a grandfather on Father’s Day is incredibly special. Not only do you have your own children, but you have your children’s children to love
I Am Still a Mom
This Sunday, we celebrate Mother’s Day. This will be the first Mother’s Day where I am left to “celebrate” alone…in a world without my sweet
Remembering Baby Natalee
by Jacqueline Franchetti Today, on the eve of marking nine months of being without my sweet baby Kyra, I find myself heartbroken and troubled. Over
Blow Kisses
by Jacqueline Franchetti Kyra loved to blow kisses. It was the way we always said good-bye. When I left for work, she would look out
The Kyra Franchetti Foundation Is Now Accepting Tax Deductible Donations
To all of Kyra’s supporters, Thank you for your love and encouragement. No words can adequately express how much your support means to me and
Our Family Court System Favors Abusers
by Jacqueline Franchetti It has been seven months since Kyra was taken way too soon. I miss her smile, her giggle, her laugh. And, I
Valentine’s Day Thoughts
by Jacqueline Franchetti Last night, while many of you were out celebrating Valentine’s Day, I met with another Mom who lost her daughter nearly 20
Remembering Kyra
Six months ago, my 28-month-old baby girl, Kyra, was cruelly taken from us. Today, I don’t want to discuss the horrible way she died. Today,
Kyra Franchetti Foundation Update
by Jacqueline Franchetti The Kyra Franchetti Foundation campaign has been founded to raise awareness and to raise money in the hopes of preventing domestic violence