A Posy With a purpose
Bee the Light
Olivia “Livy” Sherry was a radiant soul whose dream was to teach and inspire others. At just 23, she had earned her master’s degree and was already shaping lives as a middle school teacher when she passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep due to complications from a congenital heart condition she had since birth.
To honor her legacy, her family created The Live Like Livy Foundation, supporting literacy, education, and community service. The first Posy with a Purpose bracelet, Bee the Light, was inspired by a serendipitous sign above our shop in Newport, RI — the words “&LIVY” glowing above her family — a moment that forever linked her spirit to our mission.
A SIGN FROM LIVY
This photo was taken about three months after Olivia’s passing, during her cousin’s wedding in Newport, Rhode Island. It was the first time the Sherry family had gathered since her loss - a deeply emotional reunion filled with love and healing.
As this large, close-knit family stepped off the boat after the rehearsal dinner, they were greeted by a luminous sign: “&LIVY.” It felt like more than just a coincidence—almost as if Olivia was sending a message that she was truly with us that weekend, encouraging us to celebrate.
When the family later learned about the intentional and spiritual mission behind the &Livy jewelry company, the connection became undeniable. They shared the photo and story with &Livy, and in doing so, forged a heartfelt bond in memory of an extraordinary young woman.