127: A Gold Star Family's Journey to Healing with Ashley Bugge

Ashley Bugge is the kind of inspirational person the world needs. After unbelievable tragedy that completely derailed her life plans, Ashley found herself six months pregnant with two children on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. With strength and grace, she dedicated herself to creating a legacy for her late husband that would keep him connected to his children, as well as helping other Gold Star families in need. Her story will give you chills.

Content Warning - while this isn't an episode about suicide, there are some frank discussions of suicidal ideations in the episode.

To read Ashley's award-winning tribute to her husband, Always Coming Back Home, click here -> https://bookshop.org/books/always-coming-back-home-an-emotional-tale-of-love-adventure-tragedy-and-hope/9781642799088

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