Reminding us that hope can still exist, even in the darkest seasons. (15 minute stories)
Lauren Abendschein shares her story with honesty, vulnerability, and quiet strength. She opens up about the heartbreak of pregnancy loss, the weight of unanswered questions, and what it means to carry grief while still showing up for everyday life. Her story is a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, love does not disappear, and light can still find its way in.
Over the past six years, Alicia has experienced the loss of five significant people in her life — including her stepmom, close friends, and the father of her four boys. She speaks openly about navigating grief as a mother, carrying fear while raising sons without their dad, and learning that grief isn’t something you overcome — it’s something you walk through. She reflects on faith, on choosing peace over anger, and on the slow return of joy after seasons that feel unbearable.
In this first episode of Cup Half Full, Brian Brown shares his story, speaking openly about loss, grief, and the moments that change life forever. He reflects on losing his brother, losing his stepson, and the long journey families face after unimaginable loss.
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