Author Archives: Jeanette Summers (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Her Death Was Imminent, But I Never Got To Say Goodbye

My mother's death taught me how to let go and honor her spirit

This is the story of Paul as told to Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their grief and, … Continue reading

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My Young Nephew’s Death and the Love He Never Had

The quiet causes behind an overdose

This is the story of Libby as told to Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their grief and, … Continue reading

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Losing Her Constant

A woman loses her father, an ever-present force of strength and stability in her life

This is Nancy’s story, as told to writer Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences with grief and loss. By sharing these experiences, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their … Continue reading

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Making Sense of A Senseless Loss

The story of a woman's healing process after her 21-year-old son was murdered

This is Radha’s story, as told by Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences with loss. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their experience of … Continue reading

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My Dear Cousin Is Still An Angel at My Side

The story of a young woman who, at 12-years-old, lost a cousin who was also a best friend

This is Natalie’s story, as told by Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences with loss. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their grief and … Continue reading

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My Nephew Died of a Fatal Drug Overdose

My brother's only son lost his life to heroin at the age of 19

This is Sophie’s story as told by Jeanette Summers. Our “Opening Our Hearts” stories are based on people’s real-life experiences. By sharing these experiences publicly, we hope to help our readers feel less alone in their grief and, ultimately, to … Continue reading

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