St. Jude Pray For Us

Carmella speaks of her Italian background, loss of her husband and explains the special connection she has to St. Jude.

Trauma, loss, gain, and hope with Mary Saurman

Janine di Giovanni said, "Easter is meant to be a symbol of hope, renewal, and new life." Dr. Mary Saurmans took time out of her busy schedule in Thailand to speak with me just a bit about her essential story...

Brian Wade talks to Kris Wade about losing her mom at an early age.

Losing her mom at 22, Kris Wade had to adjust to a different life at an early age. Being motherless had long-lasting effects and created a more resilient person in the end. It dramatically shaped the way Kris chose to...

Grampa and Jo

My grandfather, Jim, met my grandmother, Jolene, in his freshman year of high school and his first impression of her was of a talkative, energetic person. They became friends and then started dating after college. Jolene completed him: he was...

Anna Verwij Interviews Noreen Czarnecki

On November 27th 2022 Anna Verwij (20) sat down to interview her aunt’s mother Noreen Czarnecki (82) about her relationship with her late husband Frank Czarnecki, her life growing up in the city, and her experiences as a mother. Noreen...

Norma Denson Feb 2023

Norma Denson and her granddaughter Emily Rich talk about Norma’s life.

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Shamika Wilson and Jill Henderson

Shamika Wilson (47) speaks with her friend Jill Henderson (57) about losing her son Draylen. Shamika shares memories of Draylen and reflects on the grieving process and the importance of having a support system.

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Mary Guillory and Franchesca Peña

Mary “Angelique” Guillory (53) speaks with conversation partner Franchesca Peña [no age given] about beginning a new phase of their life after their mother’s passing and finding purpose and presence in life beyond caregiving.

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This is a story from my grandmother who speaks about the suicide and life of her second child and eldest son Jesse Junior Gardner lll