“Thank you Joyce for the courage to share Alana’s journey in this life; the trials and tribulations, the joys, the beauty. Simon Kent Fung, thank you for being vulnerable in sharing your own story. Simon, your tender approach and bond with Joyce is palpable; kindred spirits sharing the journey. I listened to all the episodes over the holiday break. I was quickly drawn in as you put together so many pieces for Alana’s journey, your own, and many of ours. I could relate on many counts (religion, mental health, suicide). My heart was breaking all the while that our youth is so many times taken for granted, abused, and at risk. The mental health aspect that arose in the midst of healthy normal development and a desire for acceptance speaks to all of us. My sister left this world too early. Joyce, keep up the very important work of awakening others to the horrors that come into our homes in spite of all that we do well. Community and family are so very undervalued. My heart aches for your family and though I know life will never be the same with the loss of Alana, she lives forever in your broken heart…you keep showing up, and learn to dance again, though it be differently. Love and hugs, Debra (mother, grandmother)”
DAnne-Girl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/24