All articles tagged with #overcoming loss
After losing her son to a fentanyl overdose, the author grapples with grief and takes in her son's Siberian husky, Yuki. The dog's behavior becomes aggressive, leading to a difficult journey of training and rehabilitation. Through dedication and support, the author and Yuki find healing and progress, symbolizing love and resilience in the face of the fentanyl epidemic.
85-year-old Mavis Paterson, known as "Granny Mave," cycled 1,000 miles around Scotland in memory of her three adult children who passed away within four years of each other. Cycling has become essential for her, providing solace and a reason to live. Paterson completed the challenge, raising over £70,000 ($88,000) for Macmillan Cancer Support. She plans to continue endurance challenges and fundraising, inspiring others to take up cycling and overcome their own challenges.