by donnaheck | Dec 1, 2023 | ALS, child loss, grief, suicide awareness, suicide prevention, suicide prevention month
I said to someone just yesterday…”If only we could go back 5 years and enjoy the moments just a little more…” These would be the moments when my husband, Jeff and I had brighter eyes and a genuine smile. The moments when we didn’t have to think about...
by donnaheck | Sep 27, 2023 | child loss, grief, suicide awareness, suicide prevention, suicide prevention month
One of the most beautiful moments on a brides wedding day is the “First Look.” I remember vividly my husbands face when he had his first glimpse of our sons’ bride on their wedding day ten years ago. His eyes filled with tears and he was overwhelmed with emotion at...
by donnaheck | Sep 21, 2023 | child loss, grief, suicide awareness, suicide prevention
It rolls around every year.September.The beginning of so many new things:Football seasonA new school yearLeaves beginning to changeCrisp cool nights…Oh yes, don’t forget it is alsoNationwide Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Dripping with sarcasm to mask the pain I...
by donnaheck | Jul 2, 2023 | suicide awareness, suicide prevention
I recently received a message from a dear friend and follower, and after a lot of personal reflection, I feel it is in the best interest for all of us during this Fourth of July season to share it, with permission, of course. Last night, upon hearing constant...
by donnaheck | Feb 11, 2023 | child loss, grief, suicide awareness, suicide prevention
It has been nearly 5 months since my husband and I met suicide attempt survivor Kevin Hines. It was actually a dream of ours to meet him and hear his entire story. He is such an inspiration to us and, frankly, to anyone who struggles with suicidal thoughts. For those...
