Welcome to the Broken Vessels Podcast, a space for those navigating the painful and unwanted journey of child loss and grief. I’m Carrie Ann Bothmer, and I’m here with you as a fellow traveler on this difficult path.
First and foremost, I want to acknowledge the deep pain and heartache that brings you here today. Losing a child is an unimaginable loss, and the grief that follows is profound and unique to each of us.
After I watched helplessly as my daughter suffered through years of addiction, and ultimately her death at 29 years old, I felt isolated and alone. While there were plenty of resources that attempted to detail the emotions I was dealing with, there were very few that provided insight into surviving the complicated grief , guilt and shame that ensues after losing a child to addiction. I am not a counselor or licensed to provide any sort of emotional support – but I have lived this nightmare and by the grace of God, I am surviving.
This podcast aims to create a supportive community where we can share our stories, find solace in knowing we’re not alone, and explore ways to honor our children while identifying ways to move forward.
In each episode, you will hear personal stories, offering insights and coping strategies covering a wide range of subjects from myself and special guests
As bereaved parents, we understand the lasting impact of losing our child—how it changes us forever, leaving us as broken vessels in search of hope and purpose. Although there are many who are walking this desert road, it is a lonely existence filled with negative emotions and too many unanswered questions. Grief is our reaction to loss – but nothing prepares for the loss of a child, whether sudden or expected.
My desire is that through these conversations you will find a sense of connection, understanding, and perhaps even moments of healing.
Let’s take this step together, one episode at a time.
