Wynonna & David Kessler : Grief & The Holidays
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- Опубліковано 6 гру 2022
- The holiday season is upon us and it can feel overwhelming when we are in grief. Join country music star, Wynonna Judd and grief expert, David Kessler as they share strategies for navigating this difficult time of year. You will also be invited to attend FREE online Grief Support meetings this month so that you don't have to weather it alone.
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Grieving is the price we pay for loving ...the deeper the love, the deeper the Grief cuts...
G-d ain’t that the truth.
I think losing our Moms is the hardest thing we live through in our lifetimes.
Absolutely 💯 💔💔😥😥😥
Indeed 😔
For me it was the loss of my 2 sons wouldn't wish that pain on anyone
@@pollyanna5354 agree - my mom was sooooooooooooo hard but my daughter was even harder
Definitely... it is a profound and life altering loss - as is losing a child 😢
I understand. I lost my Mom a week before Thanksgiving in 2022. I'm now the matriarch of the family. I am closer to my siblings now, but it's difficult. I'm glad I found this on UA-cam.
I wanted to skip Thanksgiving and Christmas in 2022. We lost our Dad,our brother, our best friend and a family friend that was a father figure to my husband for 20 + years in the last 8 months. Four deaths and no time to grieve. Oh,
how I wish we could have them back and our perfect little world has been shaken and taken from us due to cancer. Lord, please help us all. We are struggling so bad.
I hope you realize how much your openness is helping others through their grief Wynonna!!
This is such an eye opener!
I lost my brother on Dec 14th. He was at work when, suddenly, his heart gave out. I feel you, Wynonna...
Love you Wynonna. I'm paying attention and learning from you. BIG hugs. We hear you, we support you!
Wy your an inspiration to me and many more thank you
Dear David Kessler…I amVery Sorry for the Loss of your Beautiful Son. You are So Strong & LOVING & Inspirational. GOD BLESS You & Your LOVING Family ;]
I lost my husband suddenly Aug 22.
The pain is unbearable and I'm still in disbelief.
Thank you for this.
Condolences.
Larry ALREADY has a “Friend?!?”😮 Well, that’s shocking to me too, and she wasn’t my Mother, so I am so proud of Wy for not flipping her lid! I don’t know that I would have thought to take myself to the bathroom for a pep talk! 👏
Some men will do this. One of my mother's closest friends died suddenly and unexpectedly on New Year's Day years ago. Her husband got married again three months later. It devastated the two adult children of my Mom's friend.
Wynonna is a treasure. She is an icon known all over the world yet she is here sharing her words and heart - reminding us all she is also a normal person with daily struggles. Nearly 40 years ago, I met Naomi at a concert - she was very sweet and a joy to talk with. We chuckled about a couple of things and she reached over and pinched my cheek saying, "you are so sweet." Naomi gave me her autograph which I still have to this day. I remember Naomi telling me that day that Wynonna had a long day and was tired and was on the tour bus playing with her new puppy. My fiance at the time (now deceased) thought Wynonna would be considered one of the best singers of all time. We attended many Judd concerts and I still enjoy the memories. Sadly, life does not always have a long shelf life for those we love -
It was good to hear this. I lost my mother on 6/12/22. It’s been so hard. I miss her so much. This just popped up, it’s like God sent this message to help me through this difficult time. Thank you. I was stolen the chance to have my mom close by my dad took her to be buried next to his parents instead next to her deceased son (my brother). He took her 9 hours away. I not only lost my mom when she passed I lost my father when he did to my mother by taking her away from us my sister and my nephew and nieces being that she had all funeral arrangements near us. I can’t forgive his selfishness. He buried and 1 week later he moved to Florida, mom was buried in west Texas and we live in South Texas. I’m blessed that I have my husband and my sister and her family to ease the pain.
Grief is indescribable until faced with it. Wynonna & Ashley are strong Christians and great examples for other women. This was a humbling video that will strengthen others!
Pain does take time,but if you forgive them for going home early ,forgive yourself, ask for peace in the heart and mind, life has go on. It’s now I talk to them , memories of them lives in me, It’s been years . I live the present moment. I am now a senior, I am fine I give thanks for being alive, spirit family are around to guide and protect when I feel missing . I am love, stay in the light. Thank you.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊🕊❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰
Wynonna, I have had many yard sales over the years and I keep VERYYY LITTLE! I just want to say that I will NEVER, never get rid of my favorite cookbook, "Naomi 's Home Companion"! Not only does your sweet mama have the most amazingly delicious recipes in it (I've made almost all of them!) but the little stories of your family and other stories are so engaging. I'm a down home family girl like you all, and the stories are lovely. God bless you. Love you! Miss your sweet, beautiful mama. ❤️ I'm an Appalachian girl, too, and proud to be West Virginian growing up right along the Ohio!
Finding this at 3AM was comforting to me, as my Mom also died & my pain is deeper than any I have ever known. I felt identical feelings to what Wynonna expressed. I feel like I am on an island & having this deep love that will NEVER end for my Mother. I realize that having such a unique relationship & closeness with your Mom, is a relationship that truly is like no other. There are several reasons why it hurts beyond painful. Your Mom gives you life when she gives birth to you, & that bond can NEVER be broken, not even death can ever break that bond. Your Mom knows you & every detail of your life, as she has always been with you, & no one else on earth can fill her shoes. That piece now feels pulled away. Surviving childhood traumas, having no father in the early days, even causes the bond to increase between those who are surviving those days of struggle. It therefore, is always part of your identity, & having that rare super close relationship with your Mom, & in Wynonna’s life, this strengthened her love bond with her Mom & is irreplaceable. That is so identical to my relationship with my own Mom. I am alone & for the first time Thanksgiving alone, trying to deal with her loss, & not being able to decorate, as having our 48 year old home sold, leaving me no place to go. This grief is what I deal with day & night. Surviving it has been devastating. I also had to leave behind my beautiful animals & birds some were doves. Wynonna is telling us she needs help through it. And her music has helped us, so we reach out to you with compassion. I believe in Jesus, so I know that when one dies, they are absent from the body, present with the Lord. If the Lord is close to us & not far away, then our Mom’s must still be close to us & we have the hope of eternal love & life with them. I cooked a small turkey breast in foil on a grill at a hotel & ate by myself on Thanksgiving & Christmas will never be the same for me with no gift exchange & the former excitement we had. with cooking together & decorating & playing records on Mom’s sterio. I just want Wynonna to know her pain is understandable, as well as her agony in Naomi’s departure. But know this, that nothing can separate you & your Mom or the bond you have. Love is eternal & she lives in you. Wynonna thank you for this interview and I love how you articulate everything so beautifully. Trying to send words of comfort and some love ❤❤ Kimberly
CHRISTMAS HAS NOT BEEN THE SAME FOR ME ITHER SINCE MY MOTHER AND MY SISTER DIED.....I HAVE 4 SIBLINGS....BUT THEY ARE NARCASSIST
This is my best friend's story. I am sharing it in hopes that someone will find the true peace that only comes from God.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
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Sermon audio: Liberty Faith Church Pastor Reg Kelly
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@@kelleymcfadden9675 I have seen this story I think it aired on CBN recently. Such a tragedy! I know that people have different situations and go through different traumas. One minute I had a home with stability and having my musical instruments set up so that I could record and the next minute my mother dies and our home is going to be sold! I lived with my handicapped mom to help her out and especially when she became bedridden I was there 24/7 with her taking care of her. The minute that she died other family members wanted me out of the house that I lived in with her for 28 years always helping her with her property and coming home in a dire situation where my mother was being dumped by my stepfather and could very well have succeeded in ending her life. By the grace of God she did not succeed but I spent the next 28 years making sure that someone was always there for her and that person was me. My parents built our home in 1972 so it was our home for nearly 50 years. As soon as she died people came in like vultures to remove me and I didn’t even have a chance to grieve. I was threatened with having all of my belongings thrown out on the curb after having been the one person in the family that took care of our mother! I was always there for her when she needed support and love. She would never do the things to me that these others tried to do. At the same time, right before she fell and went downhill I got type two diabetes which I’ve been fighting in battling ever since with completely numb feet. Having to take two shots of insulin a day and getting cataracts from it. I was told sign a lease or your things will be thrown out in the ditch by the road. I was the one paying for everything including the house taxes one of the Times by myself. I signed a lease for 10 months and it was in the middle of Covid that our house closed in July 9, 2020 and the landlords decided to sell the property where I had moved so they closed July 21 within the same month moving from two places into storage units where all of my stuff is freezing in -15° weather last few weeks when we had that bad storm. I have musical instruments and recordings and LPs tapes everything freezing with no place to go and I don’t even have my recording studio set up anymore. I have no home and I had nowhere to go so I had to go rent a hotel room until I can figure out where I belong now. I have no home I have been here at the hotel for 2 1/2 years now never dreaming that I would be here and of course my mother would be livid she would never want me living over here when my mom’s home that she paid off years ago that I took care of the property all these years it’s just sitting over there in someone else’s possession. It should’ve stayed in the family. Not only did I lose her, but I had to watch our entire house be dismantled after her death and There should’ve been some provision, but these idiot lawyers of my sisters treated me like I was a criminal which was absolutely not even anywhere close to my character! I’ve been through a living hell because of the death of my mom and trying to get my life off the ground and being isolated by the rest of the family and by the way they all have homes. None of my holidays are even holidays anymore there’s no celebration there’s no gift exchange it’s dramatically horrible at Christmas and birthdays. Right now my car is broken down for the last month because none of the people can figure out how to repair it so I’m having to walk around in the snow and try to hike to the grocery store. I try to boost other people up on my little ministry channel and try to give out the word of God and show people the miraculous revelations that God gave me that I wrote in a book that’s incredibly is at Harvard University library, but of course I don’t get paid for that not one dime. I think how can I possibly be in the situation when all I ever wanted to do was music and of course I wrote this massive book. I’m not acknowledged at all. All I can say is that the death of my mother has been the most life altering experience for me personally that I would never want to experience ever again. I only hope that God will somehow send a miracle where I can get my things out of storage and actually have a life and a permanent place to live, as I need a new family that is loyal and cares about my welfare & where I don’t have to move with battling this high blood sugar and horrible diabetes neuropathy. God help me with all of this pain and having to relive it this week which is the week she left our home forever and went to the hospital and died five days later. Five months earlier everything was normal. Trying to get over the shock of the transition has been horrendous. I know this is long but I am just responding to your reply. God bless you and your friend and the Judds family in their pain. I need God to send me a miracle and a loving family that cares about me. Maybe you can keep me in your prayers too ❤️😍🙏🐰☃️
🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿to all 💜
Condolences, I'm losing my Mom, it's scary. I've had people tell me that you never get over a Mother's death. I believe it. It's especially hard since it was just Mom and myself. Have those special memories about you Mother, the joy she brought to the holidays. God bless you.
Love you so much Wynonna! So glad you have others to talk to. You are amazing. Even as a strong woman, you too need tenderness. Many blessings to you and family during this holiday season. ❤❤❤
This is my best friend's story. I am sharing it in hopes that someone will find the true peace that only comes from God.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
*********************************************************
If you need more help or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
If you don't have a church to attend, we would love for you to join us in person @ Liberty Faith Bible Church in Norwood, Mo. every Sunday morning central time 11:00 A.M., Sunday evening 7:00 P.M., and Wednesday evening 7:00. P.M. where you will hear sound, biblical preaching from God's Word as well as uplifting, godly music.
Or you can join our livestream family at:
libertyfaith.net
Facebook: Reg Kelly-Table In The Wilderness
Sermon audio: Liberty Faith Church Pastor Reg Kelly
UA-cam: Liberty Faith Church Reg Kelly sermons (not livestream, but recorded)
All the time. I feel very lonely..I totally understand Why's sadness and loss...It is so hard to get past...I ask God to help me everyday. My prayers out to her...I am on the same road she is.
Dec 29, 2022
Watching this on my TV screen.
What a beautiful GIFT you both are giving to us who grieve loss.
My Daddy dropped dead at 61 of a ❤attack.
We were best friends.
It’s been almost 25 years ago, & it still felt like a few weeks.
I felt so empty all these years.
I got through the motions because of my children, & the rest of family.
I was suddenly delivered of my grief on July 4th watching fireworks.
I actually thanked God for taking my Dad so he wasn’t here to see our beloved America in the shape it’s in.
We are a 4th Gen Military family, & lost Dad’s brother in the
Korean War.
I placed pictures of my loved ones the next day.
Remember:
Everyone grieves differently, & each person has their OWN memories of the person & events.
My mom died of cancer in 2016 and my grandma just died in June from alzheimer's so for me this was the first holiday season without either of them and it really changed how i feel about getting together with the family as both women were the ones who made Thanksgiving and Christmas worth celebrating. This year it was a smaller gathering and i just had to not think about the losses otherwise it would have dampened the mood. Grief is just one of those tricky feelings that you can't ever really have any control over because you never know when it's gonna hit you
I had someone tell me after my parents died that I needed to move on and my response was "grief has no expiration date. Everyone grieves in their own way. I am going to take my time and feel this way for as long as I need to. If that is a problem for you, then maybe you should not be around me."
DarLing Wynonna…I have walked thru My day & Suddenly thought Oh My Gosh!! Naomi Judd, NO!! I then get Such a Pang & Grief Stricken by what happened & I did not know her personally, Just Her Fabulous Music 🎶 with You. I Cannot imagine Your Pain. I LOVE ❤️ Your MOM. I Believe she Fell thru the unbearable weakness of her Life…It is Heartbreaking that this is What has Happened. There is No time Limit, when it comes to Grief. You will Grieve until You Don’t. Stay in the Light…The Happy Times, The Funny Times…Your Success Together. Know that GOD will be Your Bridge to Your MOM ❤ Naomi Judd is in Heaven, an Angel 😇 because she tried to Make this World 🌎 a Better Place. She was Beautiful inside & Out and She tried her Darndest to Keep trying. Wynonna Your Fan Base & Music 🎼 is Such a GOD Given Treasure…Stay Positive…We All LOVE Ya ❤ & Pray for Your Healing to Bring you to Salvation & Grace….GOD BLESS You & Your LOVING Family ;]
Very powerful conversation filled with many great ideas on how to approach and move through grief. I think Wynonna is most powerful when she she stands in her vulnerability. Her honesty and candor give permission for others to be imperfect. I applaud her courage because her path is so unique and one that only she can move through.
This conversation is priceless! Thank you. ❤
I couldn't put up any Christmas decorations for 7 years , after the death of my son. I tried, but the joy was gone. After the seventh year, the joy started to come back, and I celebrated his birthday and the holidays again. I am so glad!
My Mom died when I was 10 years old... the youngest of 6 children living in a children's home... I am now 61 years old and I miss her every single day.. I never know when I am going to have a bad day.... there is nothing that I can say triggers it. It just happens. I love and miss her every single day of my life.............and will until I am gone from this earth.
I am so sorry for your loss 💕💕
Oh wow, this came at the right time for me. My goodness Wynona just spoke directly to me. She is human. Thank you for your openness and for being a normal grieving person.
My sister did this. She called me and ask if I was gonna still take our dad to the doctor. I let the phone go to voice mail. I kind of thought that was a little odd but dismissed it. The next day mom called said she was passed away. She overdose after the phone call that night. This year makes 10 yrs. I miss her so BAD. I'm so sorry for you and your sister and family. My momma passed away this year suddenly right before her birthday on Thanksgiving. So that day was hard for me. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I will pray for you and you pray for me. Ok? God bless us all.
This is a major journey you are on, Wy. It is one you can delay, but not one you can bypass totally. You are touching others’ lives in very important ways.
You have been strong Wynona. I saw you in Green Bay this past year, you laid your heart out for all of us. Thank you for continuing the Judds tour. Love you always!!❤❤❤
I’m glad I found this channel. Thank you Wynonna. 💜 🙏🏿
Holidays are always easier to do with friends than with family. This sweet young woman is such a Blessing. She has been thru so much God give her thr the strength she needs to carry on.❤❤❤from Texas xoxoxoxo
I thought I would have never believed this statement, until this year how much your words ring true!
Everything is easier with friends than family. We feel so judged by family.
Took me forever to learn to delegate at parties but it was the only way I could throw a party.
We always tell others, let me know what I can do, we need to do that for ourselves.
Thank you, SO much for posting this !
I Love Wynonna! She’s just the best, so honest & real with her feelings. Lost my mom 5 years ago & the holidays are still so hard for me. Hope anyone who watches this will feel the same love, hope & understanding that I felt when I watched. And I pray that Wynonna will one day see just how much she’s helping people just like me by doing what she does 💕
Praying for you friend 🙏🏻 so sorry for your loss .
My Dear Wynonna,
In 1999 I was at Expo Square at the Fairgrounds in Tulsa, OK. My daughter had entered us in a “Mother-Daughter of the Year” competition. I was so upset when I found out what she did. On the other hand, I can see how important it was to her. She had entered pageants since she was 12 and now she was 18. Ironically, it became one of the most incredible days of my life. You will not know why until I tell you.
In the competition were categories; Interviews, Evening Gown Modeling, On Stage Questions, etc., etc. I did them all, with my daughter by my side; she was so confident and shining like the sun. I was terrified but never let on. Ironically, we won!
As I was being crowned, I looked at the audience & low & behold there was one of my heros staring at me. It was Chief Wilma Mankiller. I felt honored that she was applauding me. As we took our walk down the runway & back, then off of the stage, my daughter exited first, I left the stage and stood on the grid/platform that led to the floor and dressing rooms. I was suddenly gob-smacked!
I was holding onto the bar that surrounded the platform, taking off my KILLER high heels! And, as I was half way finished when I spotted a long white limo, with a beautiful figure leaning on it. I focused my eyes and guess who I saw? Naomi Judd. She knew I saw her when my mouth fell open. She was smiling, had her arms up toward me, and was applauding me! She walked to the front of the vehicle and continued. I know that doesn’t sound like much of a “Whoop-tee-do” to you but I admired your mother so very much! I had read articles about her life. It was so close to mine that it was scary. I had a dysfunctional husband (PTSD from Vietnam) and I had to support my family on my own. I started my adulthood as a model, an actress, a singer, and a nurse. I had returned to school to become a doctor (so I became a Cultural Anthropologist and Historian, LOL). I adore your mother and you also, Wynonna!
When I saw your mother I curtsied. I thought about you calling your mother “The Queen of Everything” & I just had to do it! She giggled and nodded her head to me. I felt so honored that she was applauding me. I had been to your concerts and applauded you and your mother constantly. You are so incredibly talented Wynonna! You are a LEGEND! Your voice is one of a kind, thank the Lord!
Your mother gave me such a gift. I knew at that moment that the talk about her gentle ways and kindness were true. Because of this, I was shocked beyond belief when I heard of her death. I cried like a baby for days. I loved you both so much because your music had touched my soul. I couldn’t fathom why Naomi would do this. But, when you said that she died of a “mental illness”, I immediately knew she had ended her own life. However, when I heard you say to David Kessler that you were embarrassed by your mother’s suicide I was taken aback.
Wynonna, if your mother had died of cancer would you have been embarrassed? I’ll guess you wouldn’t have. Mental illness is a disease, just like cancer, heart attacks, and all kinds of diseases that kill people. Never feel embarrassed by your mother’s death. She couldn’t help her death any more than my mother did, of heart disease. I’m not embarrassed of my mother, or yours.
You really rejected the idea of going to church when Kessler mentioned it. Why? Of all places, that’s where help exists! Only God knows what happened in your mother’s mind that ended her life. Mental illness is an “illness”; keyword = “illness”. I have lived with it for 50 years now. My husband has PTSD. If my husband shot himself, would God keep him out of church, keep him at bay, out of his presence, or out of Heaven? Good grief no! He has an illness! His mind goes back to periods where he has bad times, where he cannot function, where he is frightened beyond belief. He fights depression daily. It’s so hard to watch him and sometimes to love him. But, I do love him & so does God! God would not keep him out of Heaven or punish him due to PTSD! It’s a true mental illness, just like your mother had. Put that monster baby to bed, once & for all! Your mother did not kill herself. It was a misfire of a brain cell; a faulty synapse that killed her.
Go to church, Wynonna, and pray! If you asked me what I think about your mother, I would say she is in Heaven, welcomed by the arms of Jesus! She is a great woman of honor! So many people looked up to her. Was she perfect? Of course not! Was she always kind & loving? No! Is anyone? Very few humans are Saints but it doesn’t keep them from God! Go to church, Wynonna! Take a grandchild with you! Go to midnight Mass on Christmas. No one will even make a fuss over you then. But in a few days after that, go back and spend time praying and talking to your mother. You will feel so full of love! All kinds of love! You may want to cry. So, CRY! (It let’s out excess Manganese.)
I so wish I could say 1 thing to take your sorrow away. I can’t. I can’t bring her back either. If I could I would. You WILL see her again! I choose to focused on that beautiful day when she thought about me. I suggest you do the same. You were the real love of her life (and Ashley)! What a reception she will have planned when your time comes. It will be a blast! There is no illness in Heaven. I hope I’ll be there to welcome you too! What an honor that would be.
Would you please extend my thanks to David Kessler? He said some things that helped me. I lost my last brother in 2023.
Be the Matriarch you were intended to be. It sucks canal water, at first, but gets better with time. I can’t even cook. I am a perfectionist though & I do okay. Hang in there, kiddo!
))) BIG BEAR HUGS (((
Mary Jackson
Thank you so much. I needed to hear this. I'm struggling. I'm a recovering alcoholic. Holidays are so hard. I lost my dad November 12. I started this journey of recovery for my dad and loosing him is horrible. Yes. Miss Judd you are helping me so much this night finding this video at 1am. Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!
I hope you are doing well. Life can be so hard some days. Happy New Year, heosome.
Sweetheart you're human and the most,' important thing is you're loved by so many of us....I Pray for you Peace Wynonna and David.I Pray for myself losing my husband 21yrs ago and my Mom. It's hard but like David said do not like death take anymore from you. Talk about your Momma as many times as you want.
As always, God Bless you and all of us!!❤️❤️
It took me seven years. No magic to this that I can put my finger on but that’s when it turned to, “ I’m grateful I ever had her”. She was 69 and I was 33. That was 35 years ago. Your mom’s loss brought it all back as I’ve loved your public personas from day one. I’m grateful we ever had your mom with her dreams. I’m grateful for you. It’s hard, hard work: but it will get better.
Buffalos running into the storm, especially stuck with me. I appreciated this podcast so much.
My son died at 23. It was 20 years ago.....my life has never been the same. I can't feel joy like I used to......
Wyonna you are such a beautiful person. Just be you and do what makes you happy. Grieve the best way you can. The pain is always so hard to deal with, do it the way that makes you feel the best. ❤❤❤
I lost my mother at the age of fifty three to pancreatic cancer. It was the most devastating event in my life. Someone once told me when losing someone you love breaks your heart you will never get over it, but times passing will help smooth out all the ragged edges. I have found this to be true. Now with times passing and a newly gained perspective, I feel so lucky to of experienced such a deep, abiding love that in it’s absence the loss is so profound. She mattered and our love mattered. It was a tangible love that continues on forever. ❤️
Y, your so great just as a person. Baby girl, you can't save anyone but yourself. I know your mom has alway's been proud of you, even during the tough times. Your a blessing to me. I love you & your sister Ashley. My sister killed herself i know your pain.
Much love and Big Hugs to Wynonna..My mom passed on Dec 22nd..
Wyno. She looks like her mama. Awww. She lost wt.!
Love u WY. U R the best country singer alive.
Yes losing our Moms is heart breaking 💔 😢 that we never ever get over there is an emptiness that can never be filled. Moms are the heart of the family. Wyonnna and Ashley you are always in my heart thoughts and prayers Thank you. . I love you both. ❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏
Wow! She looks so much like her mom here. Much love Wynonna 💘
She got her faCe redone!
I havn't seen her standing but she lost alot. She did make mama proud . But I miss her the way she was.
My heart is breaking for you Wynonna. I lost my husband a year ago and it is still hard. But it is better every day. Maybe a teeny tiny bit better, but better. I'm sending you a gigantic virtual hug. ❤️
I lost my mom on Christmas eve 11 years ago and my dad, also on Christmas eve, 17 years ago. The holidays always bring sad feelings, but over time, I have been able to decorate with memories of both of them. Feelings definitely change with time, but the love never goes away. ❤
Wynona,
Thank you so much. You are a blessing!
I lost my mother 8 months before Naomi and I feel this to a whole level.
My sister passed away December 21 and I have been feeling numb. She was younger than myself--never thought I would outlive my younger sister. It was an unusual Christmas for me.
No decorations or expectations of trying to fullfill others want. Please extend grace, mercy and open your arms and embrace the hug in front of you. Let others share the joy of hospitality. 😊
I've lost both of my parents in the last year (Mom on 12/31/21 and Dad on 07/16/22). This is much needed.
holidays, birthdays, anniversaries.. all of those 'memory days are hard.. really really hard
the problem comes when you cant recall those days
You are here for a reason. Thank you Jesus 😊
Lost my mom 25 years ago on Nov.19.
Some days it feels like it was yesterday!!!
Love you Wynonna, you have no reason to be ashamed you have every reason to be angry at Naomi and you have to understand you had no control over what she did and just tell your story so you can heal.
All you can do is take it one day at a time!
I lost my mom in November 2021. She had a mental health issues. I miss her everyday. This years holidays sucked big time.
Wynonna I WATCHED this entire interview. Thank you for it.
The one thing that was NOT discussed is ANGER!!
The minute I heard what happened to my mother, I immediately said how dare she do this to our family!!
Wynonna you & I are a lot a like.
So many of your topics today was either I share that with you, or I have gone through that. It has been 28 years now and I DON'T allow my Mother's Death to come back into my family's holidays NOW. And yes I did say my family. I was and still am the matriarch like you are.
I tell my family ahead of the holidays. That we will not be bringing up my mother for discussion. I have grandchildren and great-grandchildren now. I don't want to see them be upset or go off in a room and cry because somebody says something about my mom. The one thing I allow at grace is to say we miss our loved ones that have passed & they will always be in memories
May the Lord continue to be your comforter. Be strong
This is amazing. My Mom is in the final journey in her life, it's painful! This past few days I watched the Judd's docuseries, in order to view the dynamics in their complicated relationship. Every nite when I get back from the hospital, this is what I do. So lucky, this video came up and I'm so glad Wynonna is sharing her grief with her counselor. Very important information, very comforting. It is difficult reach out, thinking I can do this alone (I'm the oldest sibling, Type A personality), but when family is there at this time, I can bear my Mom's illness much better. Thank you.
Though the years after loosing my mom at 16. I go to people that have lost loved ones and tell them I dont know what to say. But I’m here to listen to what ever you might to talk about.
My 2nd year without my daughter and granddaughter ❤️ RIP Naomi, WY do what you do that will be okay
Wow Wynona hasn't looked more like her Mother than in this video, in looks and maneurisms. Does anyone else see it?
Thank you Jesus for letting me see this today!! Wynona, you're doing a great thing 💛💚💙💖
I'm one who spends all holidays alone I now have a Yorkshire terrier to spend it with so I understand being alone all the time and I understand the shame and the guilt due to suicide so I'm there with you
My father passed in 2007 and my mother passed in 2012. My father was 67 and my mother was 68 when she passed. It seems like everyone else has moved on and I still feel it. My wife, daughter and I went over to my in-laws for Christmas this year and I still feel a void even though my in-laws make a great Christmas. I still feel crummy even though I try to put on a happy face for everyone else.
Let the day be the day is going to have to become my mantra for each day.....holidays and all are very very hard without the ones you loved...💔😥😥😥
I know how you feel, my momma passaway and my first holidays,without my momma was so hard, 💔 I had never been without her, my world revealed around her she was my everything, my heart is so broken I miss her so bad.
💔 💔 And when someone tells you as the year's go by it gets easier, Well !! It doesn't,! not for me.! I miss her just as much now 😢 as I did then. Just like my momma said ,your son is your son until he takes a wife, your daughter is your daughter for the rest of her life. It doesn't matter how they pass that is a hurt that will never go away. Sincerely, Karen Jetters
She is more beautiful than I have ever seen her! I wish her everything wonderful in the years to come!
I worked in hospice homecare for 28 yrs, I've been to so many funerals
So good. I needed this today. Losing a mom never gets better.
Yes, I know how you feel, lost mine Oct 20th 2022, on my 60th birthday
I know how you feel I lost my mother too two brothers and a sister and my father it's so hard around the holidays their birthdays any holiday that connects with them I think when you have true love for your family you'll never forget them and they will never forget us cuz they're always with us they are our guardian angels
Oh God Wynonna my heart is so with you!! My sister did this and its never the same but trust it will get easier the good memories will fill the void!!! Love you!!
As the queen of England said grief is the price we pay for love.
Wynonna keep being you ,it is enough, you are loved 💜🙏
Wy, you’re trying so hard to do grief the right way “there’s not a right way”. Do it your way, it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks about your grief process.
You’re not responsible for how your mom died. You’re only responsible for how you live. You’re beautiful, talented and loved, you Are enough!
Be kind to yourself❤.
I like what he said - No, thank you is a complete sentence. I SOOOOOO agree. My husband always feels that he has to explain himself, or myself, in a situation where we do not want to participate. I always tell him, they do not NEED to know all the details. It is none of their business. To hell with people pleasing, Wy. If people truly love and support you, they should be okay with whatever you are feeling, whatever decision you make. Thank you for this interview, I found it very helpful. God bless, you look amazing, as always, love you. Be kind to yourself!
Wy you are the only celebrity that feels so real to me!
I know exactly what you mean by being the family matriarch now. I was just telling myself this very thing. In my dreams, I am with departed loved ones, and get to go back to being daughter. Sometimes, I don't want to wake and be the matriarch. But I do it for my daughter and grandkids. I wonder if my mama ever felt like this? Prayers of healing comfort for you and Ashley. Christmas 🎄 Blessings 🙏🙏🙏
Lost my sister in August😢! I chose to stay home with my hubby Christmas and just had his brother over. No tree! I only put up my snowmen and Santa’s. I could not fully decorate. She lived in a different town that I went to for ever holiday and took her out to eat. I just could not do it this year. I was at peace with my decisions❤️
Wy--give yourself a break! You are not to blame. Be kind to yourself!!!
You look good Girl. One day at a time. Life takes us on the journey that we were destined to take to allow us to help others through the healing although we hate that role we have been given. Life is tough,saying goodbye is tough, period. Self permission to just be what you need to be, feel what you need to feel is your gift to yourself. Write your own story through your sadness and the small moments of memories that give you a moment of pause and a smile. Then share the essence of your light in your time at your determined speed.❤
I never comment publicly and I hope that Ms. Judd sees this comment. You are a remarkable woman. You have survived a traumatic life. People can empathize with you but nobody will ever understand/know how you really have been able to cope with it all and still do on a daily basis. I am so grateful that you are speaking publicly about your gamut of emotions. Suicide is not shameful. It is easy to say it’s a selfish act. No it’s not! For someone to get to that point means that they were seriously ill…a person can have terminal cancer and that’s acceptable as a disease..but a lot of people don’t understand that mental illness…yes ILLNESS can be fatal as well. I have been on the brink myself at times in my life and by some miracle I never acted on it. My rationale is that this world is not made for everyone to exist in and we need to find it deep in our soul to understand that and have compassion for the individual who committed suicide. My father’s lifelong best friend ended his own life and left behind a young son. My daughter in law lost two brothers to suicide just recently within 18 months of each other. It seems impossible to do but we need to let go of guilt/responsibility that we should have or could have done more. In most cases, no there wasn’t. What can give a person solace in their grief process is that no matter what the end result was, it had nothing to do with us…it had to with their illness. Take comfort in knowing that no matter the complexities of relationships, the love for one another and gratitude was expressed while we were blessed to have that person in our lives. As David eloquently stated, the grief is so painful but it is that intense because of the love and the bond we had while they were with us here on Earth. Believe me, this conversation that you had has helped someone. Wynonna I wish you eventual peace and may you and your family have all of life’s blessings from now on. Sending you much love 💕 💕💕💕
Wynonna is a gorgeous woman and my favorite. Huge fan. God bless her always! RIP Naomi 🙏🏻🙏🏻
My mom died in 2011 and my brother killed himself 9 weeks later . So hard losing my mom and I will say it does gets easier, but you never get over missing them. Even this year on mothers day I just cried and cried. Losing your parents is the hardest thing you ever experienced
Thank you so much for this. I pray that Miss Winona and Miss Ashley feel enveloped with love and warmth forever even through the toughest moments. I hope they both feel the love of their fans and know that we really are thinking of them and are concerned about them. Blessings to them. Barbara in Spain, Europe.🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺
Wynonna, I love you and I send my love to you. I understand what you are going through. I lost my husband to MS & suicide by shotgun on Valentine’s Day 2012. He left himself for me to find. It’s a vision that never goes away. He left a note that I’ll carry with me to my dying day. He was never a suicide person, although he had lost the person he used to be. He had a hard time communicating or doing small tasks. He was the life of the party, the jokester, the person everyone loved and this shook all of us to our core. I blame myself because the night before I’d gone to bed mad at him and we never went to bed without an I love you, see you in the morning kiss and on the night of the 13th I did. I’d always worked and his only job was to pay our bills. The night of the 13th I’d gotten a text about a bill that had not been paid and I got on the computer to see what was going on and discovered he’d not paid any of our bills for 4 months. There was no money in the bank. The next morning I left for my volunteer job without telling him I love you and I came home to find him in our garage sitting in his chair with a shotgun between his legs. Here it is 10 almost 11 years now and that vision never goes away. If it had not been for our 6 fur babies I had to take care of I know I would have joined him. I lost everything and had to move to a state I’d always said I’d never live in. And here I am. Our hospice in Arizona had an 8 week Life after Loss class that ended up lasting 14 months and a lot of friends made from that class. I’ve learned there is no timeline for grief & the older I get the more I don’t want to be here, although I have fur babies that depend on me. I am living the life of a recluse out in the country in my mothers old 100 year old farmhouse that is like me, barely hanging on. Jesus is my Savior although I don’t understand how come He loves me. It’s so true regarding the holidays. I slept through Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Now just to make it through the next 3 months because each one have a special day that we celebrated ending with St. Patrick’s Day, our anniversary and my favorite holiday. Thanks to David Kessler and you for this video. Very powerful.
Love to you & your family and I’m sorry you all have had to join this club. Judi in Arkansas 😭
I was stuck in adrenaline and trying to please what others needed or thought. My son was duel diagnosed with bipolar disorder and suffering terribly since early adulthood until 38 years old. Hug those you love twice each day. It matters.
Let the day be the day, well said.
When I lost my husband my doctor offered me tranquilizers to get through it. I told him no - that I needed to just experience it as it came and not delay it. I thought it meant it would be of shorter duration-but it wasn't. I still think it was the correct thing to do but going through it you realize there is no end to grief. You just come to the point of acceptance and appreciating the time you had.
She looks absolutely gorgeous!!!
My heart is out with you and your family.❤🙏❤️🙏!
There are no words in English for comforting the berieved .
Wy, thank you for talking about this. It is very much needed. I love you. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable. I say that, but I am very much like you~ strong, I can do it all by myself, hold it in around everyone.
I am praying for you. Love, respect, and positive energy sent your way.
I was honored to see you and your mom’s farewell concert. My mom and I have that relationship where we love each other and butt heads constantly. It hard.
With the water of your tears comes your growth.
Love you❤
I love you Wynonna! Praying for you and your family. ❤
Wy, Thank you, thank you, thank you so much for this Big share!!!! Most of us will liveong enough to grieve a loved one. My deep core grief was daily for 7 years...he's been gone 20 years this month, the hole never heals But you Do find joy again...i did not deny my grief I went in head first and I'm glad I did..it is the Strong that can grieve hard. You are a blessing Wynonna and your mom is an angel of yours now...
Forgiveness may come later, but you are doing so well by talking about your pain!! Talk about it to anyone who'll listen. Love ❤️ you girl. Love from Tampa
Stigma is so hard. Lost my hubby to alcoholism and people just think it is his fault. Lost my mom 8 months after and she was my life line.Hugs #WynonnaJudd
This was so helpful! My dad passed from suicide, and Im forever changed, this conversation was so helpful on things I never thought about! Ty for sharing! Much love! 🙌🏼❤️🔥🙌🏼
You go Wy! Grief is individual for everybody! Grief is grief is grief! No one can put a time or a place on grief. Will continue lifting you up in prayer. ❤