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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 32 MIN

Derek: The One Who Guarded My Heart

from Momma Drama and Trauma · host Jenny Kuemmel

This week on Momma Drama & Trauma, I’m talking about my son Derek, the quiet protector of our family and the one who guarded my heart during some of the hardest moments of my life.Derek has always been an old soul. He notices everything, remembers everything and feels things deeply even when he doesn’t always say them out loud. In this episode, I share stories about his love for family, his love of history, the way he always wanted everyone together and the quiet ways he showed up for me after our family changed forever.We talk about the moments that defined who he is, from late night talks and beach conversations to the nights he slept beside me in a chair because he didn’t want me to be alone.This episode is about the quiet kids. The deep feelers. The protectors. The ones who carry more than they let the world see.And most of all, it’s about the kind of love that shows up softly but changes everything.Next week, we continue the series with Carson: The Spark of Joy.🎙️ Momma Drama & TraumaHealing, growing and finding yourself again.🌿 Website: www.mommadramaandtrauma.com📱 Facebook, Instagram & TikTok: @MommaDramaAndTrauma

This week on Momma Drama & Trauma, I’m talking about my son Derek, the quiet protector of our family and the one who guarded my heart during some of the hardest moments of my life.Derek has always been an old soul. He notices everything, remembers everything and feels things deeply even when he doesn’t always say them out loud. In this episode, I share stories about his love for family, his love of history, the way he always wanted everyone together and the quiet ways he showed up for me after our family changed forever.We talk about the moments that defined who he is, from late night talks and beach conversations to the nights he slept beside me in a chair because he didn’t want me to be alone.This episode is about the quiet kids. The deep feelers. The protectors. The ones who carry more than they let the world see.And most of all, it’s about the kind of love that shows up softly but changes everything.Next week, we continue the series with Carson: The Spark of Joy.🎙️ Momma Drama & TraumaHealing, growing and finding yourself again.🌿 Website: www.mommadramaandtrauma.com📱 Facebook, Instagram & TikTok: @MommaDramaAndTrauma

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