Writing

Jackie writes about grief, faith, womanhood, identity, motherhood, memory, and healing. Through essays, reflections, and story, she offers honest words for those living through sorrow, searching for truth, and longing for hope.

Whether she is writing memoir, reflection, or story, Jackie returns again and again to the places where grief and grace meet. Her work is for readers looking for honesty, hope, and language for what feels hard to name.

Featured Writing

A selection of Jackie’s essays, reflections, and published work — all rooted in honest storytelling, compassionate truth, and the search for hope in hard places.

Just When I Thought It Was Over

A reflection on how grief can return years later — and how healing, faith, and peace can still meet us there.

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More Than A Statistic

A personal tribute to Jackie’s son Sebastian, honoring his life, faith, and belovedness beyond the language of loss.

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Crying in My Mashed Potatoes

A heartfelt reflection on the quiet ache of missing someone in the middle of ordinary life.

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Read More From Jackie

Jackie’s ongoing essays, reflections, and newsletter writing are shared on Substack.