Grieving mum breaks her silence
In a case that shocked all who heard about it, Julia Winter’s four-year-old son Luca died at the hands of his father almost 12 years ago. Now, in an exclusive interview in the May issue of SALIFE, Julia is speaking out for the first time in years, revealing her path to healing and how she continues to honour her beloved Luca.
It’s been almost 12 years since Julia Winter’s adored four-year-old son Luca died in unimaginable circumstances.
Little Luca, who loved rainbows and riding his bike, died at the hands of his father David Janzow, who was found not guilty of murder by reason of mental incompetence.
Since that devastating time, Julia has rarely spoken to the media. But, in an exclusive interview with SALIFE, the mum of two opens up about the circumstances surrounding Luca’s passing, how she continues to move through her grief, and the ways in which she honours Luca today.
“My focus is Luca, he is part of everything I do, in a way that moves me forward,” Julia says. “I see him in the light around me – in rainbows, in moments of beauty, in the reminders that love is never far away.”
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The in-depth interview by Genevieve Meegan also focuses on how Julia uses the healing power of nature, and details her inspiring work as a certified coach, helping others navigate challenging times and new beginnings.
“I have learnt to hold grief and joy in the same breath, and more and more Luca is a guiding presence in how I live each day. It’s time to honour him and spread his love and light far and wide,” Julia says.
“I honour him in how I live, how I love, and how I show up in the world. I could stay in the darkness or look for the light. I choose Luca’s light.”
To read this moving and impactful story, pick up a copy of the May issue of SALIFE at newsagents and selected supermarkets.
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