The Day My World Shattered: Losing my Husband E7

Send us Fan MailThere is a specific kind of grief that comes when you lose the person you were supposed to grow old with. It is not just sadness. It is disorientation. It is your world being turned upside down.In this episode, I share the story of losing my husband Shawn to COVID in October 2021. From the morning we drove to the ER, to the 20 days he spent on a ventilator, to the early hours of October 23rd when I drove to the hospital alone in the rain, praying my rosary, knowing what I was driving toward.This is the longest episode I have recorded so far. It is heavy. But it is also a story about the presence of God in the middle of the worst night of my life. About the priests who showed up. About the friends who carried me. About the peace that came when there were no answers left. And about why, despite not getting the miracle I begged for, I still believe.If you have lost a spouse, especially during COVID, I hope this episode meets you where you are. You are not alone. And you are held.A Note Before ListeningThis episode contains detailed accounts of hospital experiences, the death of a spouse, and the early hours of grief. Please listen with care, in pieces if you need to, and at a time when you can be gentle with yourself.Support the showJenny Burba is a Catholic widow, speaker, and Creative Resilience Strategist helping women navigate grief through faith and creativity. Through her Creative Resilience program, she guides women in gently rebuilding their lives after loss.If this episode spoke to your heart, be sure to follow, share, and leave a review so more women can find hope in their grief.You can learn more, explore resources, and connect with Jenny at jennyburba.com