Guest: Amber Smith, Bereaved Mom
In this deeply moving episode, Amber Smith, wife to Granger Smith, shares her journey through unimaginable loss after the passing of her son River and how she found light in the midst of profound grief. We talk about honoring River’s memory, navigating marriage and parenting through sorrow, and what healing really looks like—beyond clichés and expectations. Amber’s honesty offers comfort, perspective, and hope to anyone walking through grief or supporting someone who is.
In this episode, we chat about:
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- Amber’s favorite memories of her son, River, and how and when she felt ready to start speaking openly about grief
- Practical things people can do or say that actually help someone who’s grieving
- How she helped her other children process their grief
- One thing Amber wishes she would’ve known about grief and losing a child?
About the guest
Amber Emily Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother, speaker and philanthropist. She and her husband, Granger, live on a small farm in Central Texas with their three children – London, Lincoln and Maverick – while their precious son River now lives with Jesus. Amber is the founder of the River Kelly Foundation, a nonprofit that brings purpose through pain by supporting those in need. She hosts the Arise with Amber podcast, designs for the women’s line of Yee Yee Apparel, and serves faithfully in her local church. Through every role, Amber’s heart is to point others to the hope, healing and redemption found in Christ.