A quiet room inside Steve's Bookstore
Italia's Room
Italia was my daughter. She lived seven months, and she changed everything.
You don't have to talk in here. You don't have to be okay. Nobody is going to sell you anything.
Two chairs. A window. No clock.
If there is someone you're carrying, you can bring their name into the room with you. You don't have to.
This name is not sent or saved. It disappears when you leave this page.
"You're allowed to be angry. You're allowed to be sad, but you're not allowed to stay cold."
Steven Gabriel Puglia
If you'd like to read
ITALIA tells the story of my daughter's life, her illness and her death. The Support Group Notes are here for anyone carrying someone they love.
ITALIA
Still Playing: Carrying Italia
ITALIA
These writings include childhood cancer, grief and death. You can stop reading at any time.
You're welcome to leave a word
Nothing you write in this room is posted automatically.
You can stay as long as you need. The shop will still be here when you're ready.
Step back out to the shopThis room is for remembrance, not emergency support. In Canada or the US, call or text 9-8-8 for crisis support. If you're in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. Elsewhere, use your local emergency number.