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280 | We Are Held with Cheri Fletcher

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“What if hope isn’t about holding on—but about being held?”

In today's episode, I had the privilege to sit down with Cheri Fletcher—a writer, speaker, and flash mob aficionado—who shares the story of her daughter Annie, a vibrant young woman whose life reflected creativity, compassion, and faith.

Cheri opens up about the sudden medical crisis that took Annie’s life at just 29, the ache of surrendering to God’s will, and the unshakable truth that we are never left to simply “hang in there”—we are held by the God who goes before us. Drawing from passages like Deuteronomy 31:8 and Isaiah 41:10, she reminds us that even when life shatters, God’s presence remains steady and sure.

We also talk about Cheri’s new project, the Grief Communication Cards, a set of thoughtful prompts designed to help grieving families and friends talk more openly about their loved ones. I'm planning to use these cards with my own family this holiday season as a way to remember and celebrate our daughter Hannah as well as others who have gone to Heaven in our family. Use the code WAITING10 for 10% off your set!

This episode is a tender reminder that when we don’t have the strength to hold on, God is the One holding us—steady, present, and faithful.
Resources Mentioned:

Cheri Fletcher’s Website: cherifletcher.com
Grief Communication Cards – use code WAITING10 for 10% off
While We’re Waiting Facebook Group – Support for Bereaved Parents

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