
Crystal, Austin's Mom
Today, Heather sits down with Crystal, the mother of Austin. Austin's story hits close to home, as their work with Jake's Help From Heaven was something that deeply touched the team. Reminiscing with ...
21 Mars 202438min

Brian, Jake's Dad | Part 2
Today, Brian, Jake Straughter's dad and host Heather's husband, joins us. Brian and Heather walk down memory lane in part 2, recounting the life and death of their 4-year-old son, Jake. Jake has been ...
14 Mars 202440min

Brian, Jake's Dad | Part 1
Today, we are joined by Brian, Jake Straughter's dad, and host Heather's husband. Brian and Heather walk down memory lane in part 1, recounting the life and death of their 4-year-old son, Jake. Jake h...
7 Mars 202437min

Hillary, Esme's Mom
In this heartwarming episode of the “A Place of YES” podcast, we delve into the extraordinary story of Esme, a resilient child with medical needs.Her mother, Hillary, shares Esme’s journey and how she...
29 Feb 202454min

Lizzy, Cecily's Mom
Grief is a universal feeling that comes with the loss of a loved one, but it can also come from the loss of the life you thought you were going to live. In this episode of A Place of YES, Heather Str...
29 Feb 202440min

“Back Again” | Letters to Jakey (Preview)
This is Heather’s first letter to Jake in 7 years. She first started writing to him shortly after he died. He was 4-years-old at the time, and his death was unexpected. Heather’s grief consumed her un...
20 Feb 20242min




















