Celebrating Milestones While Grieving

If you've ever wondered how to celebrate life's biggest moments while grieving the person who should have been there, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt solo episode, Michelle Bader Ebersole shares the emotions of watching her son, Payton, graduate from high school without his dad there to witness it. She opens up about the bittersweet reality of milestones after loss, the unexpected waves of grief that still come years later, and the hope that can exist alongside heartbreak. Drawing from her recent "Water Walking Faith" message at a women's retreat, Michelle encourages listeners to trust God even when the future feels uncertain. She reminds us that healing isn't about forgetting the person we love—it's about learning to carry both grief and joy as we continue moving forward. Whether you're a widow, widower, or facing a season of unexpected change, this conversation will encourage you to keep taking the next step of faith. In this episode, you'll hear: • How grief can resurface during life's biggest milestones. • Michelle's reflections on Payton's high school graduation without Luke. • What "Water Walking Faith" looks like in everyday life. • Why it's okay to experience joy and sorrow at the same time. • How to trust God when you can't see what's ahead. • Encouragement for anyone learning to rebuild life after loss. If this episode encouraged you, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone who needs hope today. Book a free grief coaching consultation call with Michellehttps://calendly.com/michellebaderebe... https://widowgoals.mn.co/ use code podcast for a free month https://widowgoals.org/griefcoaching/ https://widowgoals.org/retreat/ https://widowgoals.org/supportprogram/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6L21K26 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FM6Z5KPP https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FM6Z5KPP https://a.co/d/4xo33wh https://forms.gle/mKJeKXdV6uzxFG269