Grief + Grace

Welcome back to a new season of the Grief + Grace Podcast. In this deeply personal episode, I share a life updarte that marks a major transition-both spirtually and practically. From an unexpected career ending after 28 years to stepping fully into my calling to prepare for a missionary journey to Ghana and a possible relocation to Rwanda- this season is one of obedience, faith and surrender.  But...

In this deeply personal episode of Grief + Grace , I reflect on what it means to live four years without my son, Ethan, as his 15th birthday approaches. I share updates on my physical recovery from recent shoulder surgery and draw parallels between physical healing and the long, sacred work of grief. This episode is an honest meditation on motherhood, loss, faith, guilt, hope, and the daily decisi...

The start of a new year often comes with pressure—resolutions, goals, and expectations shaped by the world. But what if this year looked different? In this encouraging first episode of the year, we talk about stepping away from unrealistic resolutions and choosing intentional faith instead. This episode invites you to reflect, reset, and realign your priorities with God's purpose rather than cultu...

Christmas can be one of the hardest seasons for those navigating loss. In this episode, Angela shares compassionate encouragement for anyone grieving the absence of a loved one during the holidays. With honesty, faith, and grace, this episode offers boundaries, emotional permission, and spiritual hope for holding both grief and meaning at the same time.  If you're struggling to smile, celebrate, o...

The holiday season can reopen wounds we thought had healed. In this tender episode of Grief + Grace , Angela reflects on grief during winter, the unexpected memories that surface, and how this quieter season can become a sacred time of healing and preparation for spring. Through personal storytelling, faith, and gentle reflection, this episode offers encouragement for anyone navigating loss during...

In this episode of Grief + Grace , we explore the power of silence, stillness, and spiritual "hibernation" during seasons of grief and transition. Inspired by the natural rhythms of bears in winter, Angela shares how intentional quiet time creates space for emotional healing, clarity, and God-led transformation. You'll learn: Why Jesus often withdrew from people and responsibilities to pray How si...

In this heartfelt episode of Grief + Grace , Angela reflects on a Thanksgiving trip that sparked a deeply honest conversation with her daughter—and with God. If you've ever found yourself asking, "What am I waiting for?" after a major loss, this episode is for you. Angela opens up about the fear, uncertainty, and restlessness that often follow the death of a loved one, divorce, or any major life t...

In this powerful and tender episode of Grief + Grace , Angela explores the unexpected relationship between gratitude and grief—especially as we enter the Thanksgiving season. She shares why gratitude does not mean being thankful for loss, but rather recognizing the goodness God gives us even in our darkest hours. Through Scripture, personal testimony, and gentle encouragement, Angela offers practi...

In this heartfelt episode of Grief + Grace , Angela shares a personal update on her new season of life and explores a powerful question: Why do some people become bitter after loss while others find hope? Through Scripture and honest reflection, she invites listeners to replace bitterness with God's healing comfort and the eternal hope found in Christ. Scriptures Mentioned: Psalm 34:18 Psalm 147:3...

Grief changes us — but what happens when the tears finally stop? In this heartfelt episode of Grief + Grace , Angela reflects on what it means to move forward after loss — not to move on , but to take faithful steps toward healing and hope. Through biblical examples from David, Ruth, and Hannah, Angela reminds us that grief doesn't have a timeline and that each person's "next" looks different. Whe...

Grief changes us — and it also changes the way we relate to others. In this heartfelt episode, Angela explores what it means to set healthy boundaries during grief. From navigating unsolicited advice to protecting your peace in relationships, she shares personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom for healing with grace. Through her own experience rebuilding a relationship with h...

Have you struggled to find the song in your heart after your loved one dies? Does hearing their favorite song cause you to break down into tears or you become so angry that you never want to hear that song again? I get it, I've been there too. Which is why I decided in this episode that we would discuss  how to bring back the song in your heart. Take a listen and let me your thoughts.    Sponsor o...

How do you when it's time to move forward after prolonged grief? Is there a timeline or does grief live with us forever?  In today's episode, we're diving into this deeply personal and universal question. If you've ever lost someone you love, you know the struggle of wondering when and if ever it will feel right to take the next step.  Together, we'll explore: Have I moved on? If not, why not? Whe...

If you had told me in my deepest season of grief that joy was even a remote possibility, I might not have believed you. Joy and mourning feel like opposites. They feel like they exist in two different universes. But what if they can coexist? What if, as Psalm 30:5, states, "weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."  Today, we're not talking about getting over grief to find joy...

"If you've ever found yourself asking, 'When will this pain end?' or 'Is there something wrong with me because I'm still hurting?', you are not alone. That question is at the heart of every grieving person's experience." In today's episode, we're diving into one of the most common yet agonizing questions in the human experience: 'When will I stop grieving?' We'll explore why that's the wrong quest...

Have you found it difficult to pray when you're grieving? On today's episode, I share how to pray when you're feeling the most sorrowful.  Please take a listen and let me know if you can relate.    Let's stay in touch! www.blueskiesareonthehorizon.com TikTok: @the_native_southerner Email: grief_plus_grace_podcast@use.startmail.com  

When we're grieving it's almost impossible to find forgiveness let alone hope. Which is why I wanted to share my experience with finding hope in forgiveness on today's episode. Since the death of my son in early 2022, I've been through a range of emotions and have faced embedded resentment when it comes to people that I felt had failed me, including my father.  Join me today as I share how I have...

Have you ever thought about what it feels like to truly forgive? Does your heart feel lighter, less encumbered? On today's podcast episode I discuss what it feels like to truly forgive someone when you know they likely won't change.  Please take a listen and let me know your thoughts.    Let's stay in touch! www.blueskiesareonthehorizon.com Tiktok: @the_native_southerner Email: grief_plus_grace_po...

On today's podcast episode I share how my prayer journey prepared me for a visit with my father and his daughter last week. His visit allowed me to deal with past hurt and anger that I had been carrying for years. I hope that you'll take a listen and find a nugget or two that can help you as you navigate your own grief.  I want to stay in touch! Find me here.  www.blueskiesareonthehorizon.com Tikt...

Have you ever thought to yourself, I'd like to understand the Lord's prayer a bit better? Well join us this week and for the next few weeks as we discuss each verse of the Lord's prayer and what it tells us about our prayer lives and how we can make them more personal and effective.  Enjoy what you're hearing? Then let's stay in touch.    www.blueskiesareonthehorizon.com Tiktok @the_native_souther...

If you've ever experienced loss, you know how overwhelming sorrow can be. Grief can make you feel isolated, exhausted, and even distant from God. But prayer whether whispered in brokenness or spoken in confidence can be a source of comfort, strength and even transformation.  Please pull up a chair, grab a cup of tea and let's discuss the transformative power of prayer as we travel through our grie...

We all know that grief is complicated. It's emotional, physical, and even spiritual. But sometimes just, talking about it isn't enough. This is where creativity comes in. Studies show that engaging in creative activities like journaling, painting, or playing music can help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and even create a sense of connection with those we've lost.  Creativity is personal, what w...

Do you ever find yourself crying at the most inopportune times? Or when you think you should be over it? This short episode is about just that and how leaning into Jesus can comfort you and help you overcome those feelings when they come from time to time. I hope that you'll also take the time to meditate on the lyrics to the song that I've cited in this episode.  Until next time, bye for now!   I...

Loneliness after grief is a quiet, heavy presence. It's a shadow where someone used to be. It can look like an empty chair at the dinner table, a phone that stays silent, or a favorite song that now feels painful to play. It's reaching for someone who is no longer there, walking through familiar places that now feel foreign, and realizing that the world continues while yours has changed forever. ...

Welcome back to another episode of Grief plus Grace. Today we're discussing establishing our roots after grief. This is a bit of a continuation of episode 54, when we talked about how our homes don't feel like home after we have suffered a tremendous loss and because of that we can feel as though we're floating and not tethered to anything.  What is different in today's episode, is that this week...