On today's heartfelt episode, I welcome New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and wildly successful podcast host Annie F. Downs to the show. She shares the inspiration behind her latest children's book, "Where Did TJ Go?," crafted to assist parents and children in navigating grief and loss. Discover how Annie and her family transformed their personal sorrow into a touching narrative that balances joy and suffering. This book is a beautiful resource for parents featuring insights on parenting through grief and creating meaningful conversations. Tune-in for an uplifting discussion filled with hope, love, and healing for families facing tough times.

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Connect with Annie F. Downs:

• Website: https://www.anniefdowns.com/
• Where Did TJ Go?: https://wheredidtjgo.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anniefdowns
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anniefdowns
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anniefdownstsf
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa-tPvY6HODihpmzjDV_KxA
• That Sounds Fun: https://www.anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun/
• Let's Read The Gospels: https://www.anniefdowns.com/letsreadthegospels/
• miniBFF: https://www.anniefdowns.com/minibffpodcast/

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