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03

There is Healing in Sharing Your Story

Justin Jarrett
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I think it was a week or so after my husband died when someone referred to me as “widowed.” It was my mother. She was talking to someone and she...
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31

Jamie’s Story

Justin Jarrett
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On Friday, September 21, 1979 at 8:06 a.m. our beautiful daughter, Jamie Lynn, came into this world.  She was a sweet, happy and loving child who grew to be the...
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May
23

Our Dragon Is Grief

Justin Jarrett
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The hardest day in my life has been watching my son, watch his father (Dennis) , his hero and his whole world, breathe his last breath. It took him six...
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May
17

When Life Gives You Lymes

Justin Jarrett
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I never intended my life to end up like it did, but then again none of us do. Some people get the pure luck, win the lottery. Others struck with...
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Fri
May
10

It’s Not Okay, But I Will Be Okay

Justin Jarrett
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“Oh, I’m sorry!” is how every person responds after I tell him or her that my mom passed away when I was younger. I am a physical therapist, so this...
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Thu
Apr
25

Unknown Strength

Justin Jarrett
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When I was asked to be a part of this project, I laughed because I never thought of myself as a strong person per se.  A strong mother, yes. A...
Tagged underA Path to Hope family lives on Mental Health strength
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Fri
Apr
05

Carrying My Dad In My Heart

Justin Jarrett
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My dad died in 1970. He was 26-years-old, married to his high-school sweetheart, and the father of three little girls, ages four, three, and one. He played football for the...
Tagged under#featuredfriday #mystoryismystrength Brian Piccolo Dad family lives on strength
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Fri
Mar
29

I Smile My Best Smile

Justin Jarrett
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We all have moments in our lives that change us- strengthen or weaken us, whether they be good or bad.  They can be meeting someone, having a new experience, hearing...
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Fri
Mar
22

My Last Firsts

Justin Jarrett
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It’s true when they say the years go fast but the days are long…and I can’t believe tomorrow marks 10 months since Stephan passed.  I don’t know about you, but...
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Mar
15

Less Than Three

Justin Jarrett
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Back in the days before emojis came along, we used to type a heart like this “<3”. And I guess when you tilt your head sideways it really does look...
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Family Lives On Foundation supports the lifelong emotional well-being of children whose mother or father has died. Our Tradition Program provides opportunities for intentional remembering, creating a safe haven for grief, communication and celebration.

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