02/09/2025
Dear MMK9,
To my current clients, old clients & future clients- this message is for you.
September 2021 I brought Mae home. I was living in Salem, Massachusetts, sharing a small apartment with a random (thankfully incredibly kind) roommate. 2021 was a difficult year for me. Almost comical to look back at now, because I had no idea how devastating 2024 would be. Prior to Mae’s presence in my life, I had just gotten out of a very abusive relationship. I was extremely unsure of what I wanted my identify and future to look like. I was a very hurt and seemingly broken young woman who felt alone, often. My confidence in myself as a woman and a trainer was at an all time low. Then came Mae.
When I first started the process of creating MMK9, I was told many, many times that the key to a successful business was to not let your heart be involved. Fast forward to today, I have realized that the success of my business is due to the heart I have for my work. Thanks to Mae.
Mae and I spent every second together. We trained together, ran together, swam together, did errands together, I only went to dog friendly restaurants so she could come, I revolved my life around Mae and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. Mae was with me for many different beginnings and ends, highs and lows. I always felt safe, as a woman in this world, and that was a privilege I had because of Mae.
1 week after launching MMK9, something I wouldn’t have done if it wasn’t for her, she told me it was her time to go. Her job was done and she made it clear she was in too much discomfort to continue. It felt like she was telling me I didn’t need her anymore and I don’t know if I will ever accept that. I would give anything for one more day with her. I do still need her.
It feels like yesterday that I reached down, wrapped my left arm around her body, kissed her head one last time, told her I loved her and walked away. I got to my car then my legs gave out underneath me before I could get in. I’ve never felt a more intense pain in my chest. Today, marks 1 year since Mae passed away.
I will dedicate this entire business to her for as long as I have the privilege.
With grief & gratitude,
Mags