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Kendra M. Hoyt is the proud single mother of two amazing children, one who is an independent, smart, sassy self-proclaimed aspiring artist, and animal whisperer, and the other who is an energetic, curious, and avid reader living with autism.

Kendra published her first book in November of 2021. My Purple Rain Clouds: Kimi’s Lyrics is a collection of poetry and prose accompanied by photography from 1991 to 2021 illustrating the author’s journey over three decades as she pulled back the layers and began to process her childhood and its impact on her adulthood. It is a raw and transparent look into how we all experience life’s ups, downs, and in-between sideways moments. The beauty, the sadness, the loss, the pain, the anger, the joy, the peace, and the love that is ever so present on this journey we call life.

Just a year ago in 2022 Kendra published an intereactive journal entitled “Mindfulness Journal.” The Purple Rain Clouds Mindfulness Journal is focused on creating a plan for mindfulness and self-care. This journal provides you with the tools to explore yourself while telling your story through a creative process. It provides the reader with easy-to-follow prompts and instructions on how to integrate mindfulness meditation and self-care practices into your life. There is space provided for you to write, draw and even add collage should you choose that medium of self-expression. Enjoy exploring your life journey while uncovering your truths and paving the way forward to purposeful living.

Kendra M. Hoyt has over 25 years of experience working with youth, families, and communities in the fields of education, social justice, and restorative justice! Kendra holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Art Therapy and Counseling as well as a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. Kendra is a 2005 Fellow with the Children’s Defense Fund Emerging Leaders Program out of Washington DC. In 2006, the City of Boston awarded her with a citation for 15 years of service to Boston’s youth and families. In that same year, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women awarded Kendra with the “Unsung Heroine” recognition.

Kendra has served as an educator in Higher Education, and as a facilitator and trainer focused on areas such as informed trauma-care, restorative justice, circle process, and mindfulness and meditation. She is currently an independent Life Coach who dedicates herself to enhancing and supporting the potential of individuals to harness within themselves the power towards purposeful living and the use of mindful meditation.