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While We're Waiting® - Hope After Child Loss

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This is a podcast FOR bereaved parents BY bereaved parents. Join your host, Jill Sullivan, as she talks with parents who have lost children of all ages to all types of circumstances. This is a podcast of stories ... stories of devastating loss and grief and heartbreak and struggle ... and stories of hope and healing and faith, and yes, even joy. Underlying every conversation will be the hope we have in Jesus Christ, which makes it possible to not just survive the loss of a child, but to live well while we're waiting to see them again in Heaven one day. Visit our website at www.WhileWereWaiting.org for more information about our nonprofit ministry to bereaved parents. 

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41 | A Story of a Greater Purpose with Arlo and Capri Weiskopf

April 21, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Arlo and Capri Weiskopf are the parents of four children, including Amoss, who went to Heaven nearly fifteen years ago as a result of a tragic accident in the driveway of their home.   Their story will speak to any parent who has felt they bear some responsibility for the death of their child.  In our conversation, you will hear deep desperation, grace-filled forgiveness, unanswerable questions, deep faith, anchored hope, and renewed joy.  For more information about our While We're Waiting...

40 | The Lord is Our Keeper

April 14, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.31 MB

Bereaved parents tend to be "keepers" ... keepers of time, keepers of lists, and keepers of our child's legacy.  But all that keeping can sometimes make us grow weary.  Thankfully, God also takes on the role of "keeper", and in today's episode, Jill shares some ways He keeps those who grieve close to His heart.    For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, click HERE.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here to send me a message! All views expressed ...

The Lord is Our Keeper

April 14, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.31 MB

Bereaved parents tend to be "keepers" ... keepers of time, keepers of lists, and keepers of our child's legacy.  But all that keeping can sometimes make us grow weary.  Thankfully, God also takes on the role of "keeper", and in today's episode, Jill shares some ways He keeps those who grieve close to His heart.    For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, click HERE.   All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of ...

A Story of Sisters - Bethany Sullivan

April 07, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

One of the most common topics that arises during our While We’re Waiting Weekends for Bereaved Parents is how we as bereaved parents can help our surviving children.  When we are grieving so deeply ourselves, we can feel very ill-equipped to parent our children through their grief.  Surviving siblings deal with a whole host of issues that we as their parents generally know nothing about.  So today Jill welcomes a very special guest to talk about these things just in time for National Sibling...

39 | A Story of Sisters with Bethany Sullivan

April 07, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

One of the most common topics that arises during our While We’re Waiting Weekends for Bereaved Parents is how we as bereaved parents can help our surviving children.  When we are grieving so deeply ourselves, we can feel very ill-equipped to parent our children through their grief.  Surviving siblings deal with a whole host of issues that we as their parents generally know nothing about.  So today Jill welcomes a very special guest to talk about these things just in time for National Sibling...

38 | A Living Redeemer

March 31, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MB

For those of us who have experienced child loss, life hasn't turned out like we planned.  We face great disappointment and overwhelming sorrow.  Like Job, we may feel abandoned and alone.  But we have hope because we have a living Redeemer! For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the free retreats we host for bereaved parents, click HERE.   If you'd like to know more about the decision Hannah made to "ask Jesus into her heart", please contact Jill by email at jill@w...

A Living Redeemer

March 31, 2021 08:00 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MB

For those of us who have experienced child loss, life hasn't turned out like we planned.  We face great disappointment and overwhelming sorrow.  Like Job, we may feel abandoned and alone.  But we have hope because we have a living Redeemer! For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the free retreats we host for bereaved parents, click HERE.   If you'd like to know more about the decision Hannah made to "ask Jesus into her heart", please contact Jill by email at jill@w...

Feeling Abandoned?

March 24, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.48 MB

The loss of a child can leave us feeling very alone ... like time has marched on and left us behind, like we've grown old before our time, like we'll never have joy again, like our opportunity to make good memories is gone forever, like the sun has set on our lives ... like even God has abandoned us.  Today Jill shares some encouragement for those times when we're feeling a bit forsaken. For  more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the free retreats for bereaved parents ...

37 | Feeling Abandoned?

March 24, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.48 MB

The loss of a child can leave us feeling very alone ... like time has marched on and left us behind, like we've grown old before our time, like we'll never have joy again, like our opportunity to make good memories is gone forever, like the sun has set on our lives ... like even God has abandoned us.  Today Jill shares some encouragement for those times when we're feeling a bit forsaken. For  more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the free retreats for bereaved parents ...

36 | A Story of Abby and an Olive Branch with Dan and Kristin Naylor

March 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

When Kristin Naylor walked into her OB appointment three days before her scheduled C-section, she did not know that her precious daughter Abby was already in the arms of Jesus.  In today's episode, Jill talks with Kristin and her husband Dan about life after stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, the immense value of a life no matter how brief, and holding on to hope and joy. To visit the Naylor's Etsy shop, click HERE.  To learn more about the Star Legacy Foundation, click HERE. To learn ...

A Story of Abby and the Olive Branch - Abby Naylor

March 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

When Kristin Naylor walked into her OB appointment three days before her scheduled C-section, she did not know that her precious daughter Abby was already in the arms of Jesus.  In today's episode, Jill talks with Kristin and her husband Dan about life after stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, the immense value of a life no matter how brief, and holding on to hope and joy. To visit the Naylor's Etsy shop, click HERE.  To learn more about the Star Legacy Foundation, click HERE. To learn ...

A Story of Abby and an Olive Branch - Abby Naylor

March 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

When Kristin Naylor walked into her OB appointment three days before her scheduled C-section, she did not know that her precious daughter Abby was already in the arms of Jesus.  In today's episode, Jill talks with Kristin and her husband Dan about life after stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, the immense value of a life no matter how brief, and holding on to hope and joy. To visit the Naylor's Etsy shop, click HERE.  To learn more about the Star Legacy Foundation, click HERE. To learn ...

What Am I Missing?

March 10, 2021 06:00 - 6 minutes - 4.16 MB

In today's episode, Jill considers the things we may be missing because we miss our children and concludes that she does not want to miss the life God has given her because she misses her daughter.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, please visit our website by clicking HERE.    All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs of the While We're Waiting ministry. We'd love for ...

35 | What Am I Missing?

March 10, 2021 06:00 - 6 minutes - 4.16 MB

In today's episode, Jill considers the things we may be missing because we miss our children and concludes that she does not want to miss the life God has given her because she misses her daughter.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, please visit our website by clicking HERE.    I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here to send me a message! All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of F...

34 | A Story of Rescue with Lisa Armstrong

March 03, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

Jacob Laney was a young man with lots of interests -- cooking, traveling, athletics -- who was a self-described "Mama's Boy".   He and his mom Lisa enjoyed an exceptionally close relationship and when his stepdad Miles came into his life at age seven, Jacob quickly accepted him as "Dad".   When he died by suicide at the age of 19, it was completely unexpected, and left Lisa wondering how she could ever survive without him.  Listen to our conversation to hear how God has brought healing in he...

A Story of Rescue - Jacob Laney

March 03, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

Jacob Laney was a young man with lots of interests -- cooking, traveling, athletics -- who was a self-described "Mama's Boy".   He and his mom Lisa enjoyed an exceptionally close relationship and when his stepdad Miles came into his life at age seven, Jacob quickly accepted him as "Dad".   When he died by suicide at the age of 19, it was completely unexpected, and left Lisa wondering how she could ever survive without him.  Listen to our conversation to hear how God has brought healing in he...

33 | Eight Truths About Heaven

February 24, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

When a parent experiences the loss of a child, they usually develop a thirst for learning about Heaven.  In today's episode, Jill shares eight truths about Heaven from Scripture.  She also shares a portion of a blog post from Tim Challies, whose 21-year-old son recently went to Heaven, titled "The Only Tears in Heaven".  The full article is available HERE.    For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, click HERE.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click he...

Eight Truths About Heaven

February 24, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

When a parent experiences the loss of a child, they usually develop a thirst for learning about Heaven.  In today's episode, Jill shares eight truths about Heaven from Scripture.  She also shares a portion of a blog post from Tim Challies, whose 21-year-old son recently went to Heaven, titled "The Only Tears in Heaven".  The full article is available HERE.    For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, click HERE.   All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs ...

A Story of an Earthquake - Jackie Brown

February 17, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Every bereaved parent has experienced that moment when life split in two, as if a massive earthquake has permanently separated "before" from "after".   Carol Brown's earthquake occurred in September of 1996, when her daughter Jackie suddenly went home to Heaven.  Join Jill and Carol for a conversation filled with the wisdom that over two decades of grieving well can bring.  Newly-bereaved parents in particular will find our conversation helpful as Carol shares very practical tips that she ha...

32 | A Story of an Earthquake with Carol Brown

February 17, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Every bereaved parent has experienced that moment when life split in two, as if a massive earthquake has permanently separated "before" from "after".   Carol Brown's earthquake occurred in September of 1996, when her daughter Jackie suddenly went home to Heaven.  Join Jill and Carol for a conversation filled with the wisdom that over two decades of grieving well can bring.  Newly-bereaved parents in particular will find our conversation helpful as Carol shares very practical tips that she ha...

31 | Ten Gifts in a Year of Cancer

February 10, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MB

Jill recounts some special "gifts" her family received during the year that her 16-year-old daughter battled cancer as a reminder of what God can do with the loaves and fish we have to offer others.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats we offer for bereaved parents, click HERE.  I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here to send me a message! All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the...

Ten Gifts in a Year of Cancer

February 10, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MB

Jill recounts some special "gifts" her family received during the year that her 16-year-old daughter battled cancer as a reminder of what God can do with the loaves and fish we have to offer others.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats we offer for bereaved parents, click HERE.  All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs alone, and may not represent the Statement of Faith and Statement of Beliefs of the While We're Waiting ministry. ...

A Story of "Another Amazing Day" - Trevor Fox

February 03, 2021 06:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Trevor was a remarkable and gifted young man who knew Jesus but battled drug addiction, which ultimately took his life.  In today's episode, Jill talks with his mom and dad, Lee and Heather Fox, about Trevor's unique personality, his passion for music, and his struggles with addiction.  They share their own story of coming to faith in Christ and their assurance that Trevor is enjoying yet "another amazing day" in the presence of his Lord and Savior.  For more information about our While We...

30 | A Story of "Another Amazing Day" with Lee and Heather Fox

February 03, 2021 06:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

Trevor was a remarkable and gifted young man who knew Jesus but battled drug addiction, which ultimately took his life.  In today's episode, Jill talks with his mom and dad, Lee and Heather Fox, about Trevor's unique personality, his passion for music, and his struggles with addiction.  They share their own story of coming to faith in Christ and their assurance that Trevor is enjoying yet "another amazing day" in the presence of his Lord and Savior.  For more information about our While We...

Church Is Hard

January 27, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.25 MB

29.  For many bereaved parents, going back to church after their child's death is very difficult.  In today's episode, Jill discusses a few of the things that made church hard for her and concludes with some encouragement to "push through the hard" and return to fellowship with a group of believers.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and our bereaved parent retreats, visit our website by clicking HERE.   All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs al...

29 | Church Is Hard

January 27, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.25 MB

29.  For many bereaved parents, going back to church after their child's death is very difficult.  In today's episode, Jill discusses a few of the things that made church hard for her and concludes with some encouragement to "push through the hard" and return to fellowship with a group of believers.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and our bereaved parent retreats, visit our website by clicking HERE.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click here...

A Story of "Sterkte" - Ryan Franklin

January 20, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Ryan Franklin was a guy who enjoyed getting up every morning and being himself ... from his aviator sunglasses to his shoestring belts.  A faithful husband and loving dad, he was committed to his family and his Lord.  Today, Jill talks with his parents, Mark and Margaret, about their son's remarkable life, his sudden death, God's faithfulness in their journey, and "sterkte" ... God's strength.  If you are a bereaved parent, we invite you to join our closed Facebook group ("While We're Wait...

28 | Story of "Sterkte" with Mark and Margaret Franklin

January 20, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Ryan Franklin was a guy who enjoyed getting up every morning and being himself ... from his aviator sunglasses to his shoestring belts.  A faithful husband and loving dad, he was committed to his family and his Lord.  Today, Jill talks with his parents, Mark and Margaret, about their son's remarkable life, his sudden death, God's faithfulness in their journey, and "sterkte" ... God's strength.  If you are a bereaved parent, we invite you to join our closed Facebook group ("While We're Wait...

27 | Why Am I Still Here?

January 13, 2021 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MB

The loss of a child can leave us feeling lost, empty, and broken ... wondering why we are still here when our precious child is gone.  In today's episode, Jill shares some thoughts about the great value God places on our lives and how we can still have purpose, even in the wake of child loss.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats for bereaved parents we offer, please visit our website HERE.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the show. Click he...

Why Am I Still Here?

January 13, 2021 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MB

The loss of a child can leave us feeling lost, empty, and broken ... wondering why we are still here when our precious child is gone.  In today's episode, Jill shares some thoughts about the great value God places on our lives and how we can still have purpose, even in the wake of child loss.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats for bereaved parents we offer, please visit our website HERE.   All views expressed by guests on this podcast are theirs ...

26 | A Story of God's Grace in a Ditch with Mike and Kim Canania

January 06, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

When Mike and Kim Canania were raising their children, they did not know the Lord, and were caught up in lifestyles of drug and alcohol addiction.  Then their teenage son "Bubba" was involved in a fatal car accident and everything changed.  Listen in as they share with Jill the story of Bubba's decision for Christ in his final moments and the eternal impact that decision has had on their family.    Kim is a representative for JBloom jewelry, which can be personalized with a loved one's fing...

A Story of God's Grace in a Ditch

January 06, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

26.  When Mike and Kim Canania were raising their children, they did not know the Lord, and were caught up in lifestyles of drug and alcohol addiction.  Then their teenage son "Bubba" was involved in a fatal car accident and everything changed.  Listen in as they share with Jill the story of Bubba's decision for Christ in his final moments and the eternal impact that decision has had on their family.    Kim is a representative for JBloom jewelry, which can be personalized with a loved one's...

A Story of God's Grace in a Ditch - Charles "Bubba" Canania

January 06, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

26.  When Mike and Kim Canania were raising their children, they did not know the Lord, and were caught up in lifestyles of drug and alcohol addiction.  Then their teenage son "Bubba" was involved in a fatal car accident and everything changed.  Listen in as they share with Jill the story of Bubba's decision for Christ in his final moments and the eternal impact that decision has had on their family.    Kim is a representative for JBloom jewelry, which can be personalized with a loved one's...

25 | New Year's Resolutions for Bereaved Parents

December 30, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.41 MB

As bereaved parents, we know that some dates will be difficult -- Christmas, our child's birthday or Heaven Day, Mother's Day and Father's Day -- but we are often completely caught off guard by how difficult it is to turn the calendar to a new year for the first time after our child goes to Heaven.  In this episode, Jill shares some resolutions that may be helpful as we step into the new year.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry, click here. I would love to hear y...

24 | It's Not MY Birthday Anyway

December 23, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MB

After the loss of a child, a holiday like Christmas that once brought so much joy can become  deeply painful.  The family gatherings, brightly-lit decorations, and the gift giving make the absence of our child's presence all the more real.  In today's episode, Jill encourages bereaved parents to view the holiday with a slightly different perspective.  "A Brokenhearted Night Before Christmas" was written by Karen Harmening in 2017 and can be found on her blog by following this link:    http...

It's Not MY Birthday Anyway

December 23, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MB

After the loss of a child, a holiday like Christmas that once brought so much joy can become  deeply painful.  The family gatherings, brightly-lit decorations, and the gift giving make the absence of our child's presence all the more real.  In today's episode, Jill encourages bereaved parents to view the holiday with a slightly different perspective.   "A Brokenhearted Night Before Christmas" was written by Karen Harmening in 2017 and can be found on her blog by following this link:    http...

23 | A Story of Peace from Chaos with Bob and Susan Wathen

December 16, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

Hannah Wathen was a high school senior with a bright future ahead of her.  She was a natural introvert with a brilliant sense of humor and an innate ability to identify and befriend those on the fringes.  Her life's goal was to become a doctor, and she was just days away from graduation and heading off to college when she made an impulse decision to take her own life.  Jill talks with her parents, Bob and Susan Wathen, about Hannah's life, her suicide, the sovereignty of God, and how He brou...

A Story of Peace from Chaos - Hannah Wathen

December 16, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB

23.  Hannah Wathen was a high school senior with a bright future ahead of her.  She was a natural introvert with a brilliant sense of humor and an innate ability to identify and befriend those on the fringes.  Her life's goal was to become a doctor, and she was just days away from graduation and heading off to college when she made an impulse decision to take her own life.  Jill talks with her parents, Bob and Susan Wathen, about Hannah's life, her suicide, the sovereignty of God, and how He...

22 | Five Gifts to Unwrap at Christmas Time

December 09, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.26 MB

The Christmas season is typically one of the most difficult times of the year for parents who have experienced the loss of a child ... and this year, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is compounding it even further.  In today's episode, Jill helps us unwrap five gifts that were given when Jesus was born in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago.  Hopefully it will bring some encouragement during this hard season.  To learn more about the While We're Waiting ministry to bereaved parents, visit our webs...

Five Gifts to Unwrap at Christmas Time

December 09, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.26 MB

The Christmas season is typically one of the most difficult times of the year for parents who have experienced the loss of a child ... and this year, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is compounding it even further.  In today's episode, Jill helps us unwrap five gifts that were given when Jesus was born in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago.  Hopefully it will bring some encouragement during this hard season.  To learn more about the While We're Waiting ministry to bereaved parents, visit our webs...

A Story of "The Life I Didn't Choose" - Dominic DeSimone

December 02, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

21.   Dominic DeSimone was a young man with a smile that could light up a room.   He was an active, athletic child who grew into a talented musician with the ability to play any stringed instrument and had a special gift for percussion.  He was nearing the end of his second year of law school when he ran ahead to Heaven as a result of a motorcycle accident.  In today's episode, Jill talks with his mom Melanie, who encourages thousands of bereaved parents daily through her blog, "The Life I D...

21 | A Story of "The Life I Didn't Choose" with Melanie DeSimone

December 02, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Dominic DeSimone was a young man with a smile that could light up a room.   He was an active, athletic child who grew into a talented musician with the ability to play any stringed instrument and had a special gift for percussion.  He was nearing the end of his second year of law school when he ran ahead to Heaven as a result of a motorcycle accident.  In today's episode, Jill talks with his mom Melanie, who encourages thousands of bereaved parents daily through her blog, "The Life I Didn't ...

20 | Ten Tips for Surviving the Holidays After Child Loss

November 25, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

After the loss of a child, the holiday season is incredibly difficult.  Family gatherings magnify the absence of the child, holiday traditions that once brought joy are now fraught with pain and loss, tensions may arise among extended family members as everyone's emotions are raw, and Christmas shopping with one less person on the list is unspeakably painful.  There is a certain expectation of how we are supposed to feel and behave during the holiday season, and when you've lost a child, it ...

Ten Tips for Surviving the Holidays After Child Loss

November 25, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MB

20.  After the loss of a child, the holiday season is incredibly difficult.  Family gatherings magnify the absence of the child, holiday traditions that once brought joy are now fraught with pain and loss, tensions may arise among extended family members as everyone's emotions are raw, and Christmas shopping with one less person on the list is unspeakably painful.  There is a certain expectation of how we are supposed to feel and behave during the holiday season, and when you've lost a child...

A Story of Doing It Well - Jeremiah Solhjem

November 18, 2020 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

19.  Jeremiah Solhjem was a sweet and imaginative little boy who loved his family, his Action Bible, and his Legos.   He was a kid who was content to stay in the background and let others take center stage.   He had a lot of wisdom for a nine year old -- Just a week before he went to Heaven in an ATV accident, he told his sister, "Ya know, life is better when you do it well."  In today's episode, Jill talks to JP's mom, Jana, about life after child loss, maneuvering the upcoming holidays, an...

19 | A Story of Doing It Well with Jana Solhjem

November 18, 2020 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Jeremiah Solhjem was a sweet and imaginative little boy who loved his family, his Action Bible, and his Legos.   He was a kid who was content to stay in the background and let others take center stage.   He had a lot of wisdom for a nine year old -- Just a week before he went to Heaven in an ATV accident, he told his sister, "Ya know, life is better when you do it well."  In today's episode, Jill talks to JP's mom, Jana, about life after child loss, maneuvering the upcoming holidays, and wha...

18 | A Story of a Happy Heart with Rhyl Venning

November 11, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

Kari-Lee Venning was a young woman who loved Jesus, dancing, swimming, and spending time at the beach.  She traveled the world seeking adventure, visiting 38 countries in six years after she completed high school.  Many of those who saw her living life to the full were not even aware of her daily battle with cystic fibrosis.  In today's episode, Jill talks with Kari's mum, Rhyl, about her remarkable daughter and her experience with grief since Kari's homegoing six years ago.   I would love ...

A Story of a Happy Heart - Kari-Lee Venning

November 11, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

Kari-Lee Venning was a young woman who loved Jesus, dancing, swimming, and spending time at the beach.  She traveled the world seeking adventure, visiting 38 countries in six years after she completed high school.  Many of those who saw her living life to the full were not even aware of her daily battle with cystic fibrosis.  In today's episode, Jill talks with Kari's mum, Rhyl, about her remarkable daughter and her experience with grief since Kari's homegoing six years ago.   All views exp...

You Might Be A Bereaved Parent

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

17.  Jeff Foxworthy rose to fame by performing a comedy routine titled, "You Might Be a Redneck."  In today's solo episode, Jill expands on that theme with a list of things that indicate "You Might Be a Bereaved Parent."  The list starts out with negatives, but ends on a hopeful note.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats and services we offer for bereaved parents, visit our website at www.whilewerewaiting.org.   All views expressed by guests on thi...

17 | You Might Be A Bereaved Parent

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

Jeff Foxworthy rose to fame by performing a comedy routine titled, "You Might Be a Redneck."  In today's solo episode, Jill expands on that theme with a list of things that indicate "You Might Be a Bereaved Parent."  The list starts out with negatives, but ends on a hopeful note.  For more information about the While We're Waiting ministry and the retreats and services we offer for bereaved parents, visit our website at www.whilewerewaiting.org.   I would love to hear your thoughts on the...

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