Mothers Find Strength in Shared Grief | Jacksonville News

Over 80 mothers from across the country gathered in Jacksonville for the sixth annual Angel of Mine Brunch — a powerful, free gathering created by the Silent Women Speaking Foundation to honor moms who’ve lost children to gun violence, suicide, illness, or accidents. Founded by healthcare professional Nikki Carswell, who hasn’t personally lost a child, the event offers a safe space for connection and healing. Attendees included public figures like Jackie Johnson, whose son’s death sparked national conversation, alongside countless others whose grief remains private. Beyond the brunch, the foundation supports kids through sports mentoring and offers a year-long Sister Sundays group. Carswell also co-authored Pain Into Tears, a book of resilience and healing. The mission? To ensure every grieving mother knows she’s not alone. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/75fe2d0b3239a32b