Both Sides of Then by Jennifer Griffith - April 2nd, 2026

Winifred welcomes special guest Jennifer Griffith, on Making Life Brighter Radio Thursday April 2, 2026 at 10 am PST/ 1pm EST on the Voice America Variety Channel. "Both Sides of Then is a heart-warming portrayal of the complexities of a family dynamic showcasing the heart and soul behind abandoment, love and ultiimately healing through forgiveness.  Jennifer's writing style has the words come to life and seat in the soul of your heart.  You simply cannot miss a beat. This is a must-listen interview and a must-listen audio book or a quiet fireplace book-read. For all the mother's and daughters out there, Jennifer ushers in an honest take on what it means to be in familial relationship in our world today."--Winifred Adams, Making Life Brighter Radio Show Host Jennifer Griffith, author of "Both Sides of Then" discusses her journey into writing and her memoir, which explores the impact of her mother's childhood on her own life. She also shared her personal journey of understanding and forgiveness towards her parents, emphasizing the importance of self-love and acceptance. Jennifer's book, which focuses on her childhood and healing from past traumas, was praised for its effectiveness in conveying the story, and she expressed her hope for a movie or TV adaptation. "Both Sides of Then, is a masterclass in storytelling. Jennifer delivers a stunning meditation on love, loss, and the quiet courage it takes to begin again. A deeply human story— that lingers long after the final page." —Laura Munson, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Is Not The Story You Think It Is: A Season of Unlikely Happiness A gripping, deeply relatable coming-of-age book about family secrets, resilience, and the life-changing power of acceptance. www.byjennifergriffith.com "Making Life Brighter is your choice for conscious entertainment, education and. uplifting content by visionaries, authors, musicians and those Making Our Lives Brighter." Follow on: FB: Making Life Brighter X: @WinifredAdams Instagram: @makinglifebrighter **Special Thanks to our sponsor of this episode, BLACK LAW MANUFACTURING, https://www.blbp.ca 'THE HOME OF THE SWIVEL! Saving townships and municipalities thousands of dollars annually with fine craftsmanship and innovation. Reliability you can count on." www.makinglifebrighter.com https://www.youtube.com/makinglifebrighter