When the Waters Rose: Grief, Loss, and Hope in the Texas Floods

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In this special, somber episode of Glow Wild, Nicole addresses the heartbreaking catastrophe of the recent Central Texas floods. We delve into the devastating impact, sharing the tragic stories of child victims, and reflecting on the profound fear of loss, particularly from a parent's perspective. Finally, we provide a vital call to action, offering concrete ways to support the victims and families through donations to reputable organizations.

• The Texas Flood Incident
• Current Status and Death Toll
• Naming Child Victims: 
  • Hanna and Rebecca Lawrence, 8 years old
  • Renee Smajstrla, 8 years old
  • Sarah Marsh, 8 years old
  • Eloise Peck, 9 years old
  • Lila Bonner, 9 years old
  • Janie Hunt, 9 years old
  • Blair Harber, 13, and Brooke Harber, 11
  • Linnie McCown, 8 years old
  • Mary Grace Baker, 2nd grader
  • Chloe Childress, 19 years old (camp counselor)
• Personal Reflection on Fear of Loss
• Scientific Ways to Overcome Loss (Especially Child Loss):
  • Acknowledging and validating all emotions.
  • Seeking and accepting social support (e.g., support groups).
  • Maintaining and creating memories of the loved one.
  • Practicing self-compassion and self-care.
  • Re-establishing routines gradually.
  • Finding meaning and purpose over time.
  • Considering professional support (therapists, CBT, EMDR).
  • Understanding children's grief for surviving siblings/family.
• KSAT: https://www.ksat.com/
• Associated Press: https://apnews.com/

Organizations for Grief Support (General & Child Loss):

• The Compassionate Friends: An organization supporting families after a child dies. (Search for "The Compassionate Friends" online to find their official website and local chapters.)
• Child Bereavement UK: Provides support for grieving children and families. (Search for "Child Bereavement UK" online.)
• Child Mind Institute: Offers resources on supporting children through grief. (Search for "Child Mind Institute grief" online.)

Organizations for Texas Flood Relief (Donations):

• Kerr County Flood Relief Fund: Managed by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
  • https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate (search for "Kerr County Relief Fund")
• The American Red Cross:
• https://www.redcross.org/donate/disaster-relief.html
• The Salvation Army:
  •  (Texas Flood Relief Specific): https://give.salvationarmytexas.org/campaign/703236/donate
• World Central Kitchen:
  • https://wck.org/ 
• TEXSAR:
  • Donate Online: https://www.texsar.org/donate (You can specify "CTX" in the notes line for Central Texas support.)
• Austin Pets Alive!:
  • Donate Online: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/ (Look for specific flood relief initiatives or general donation)
  • Email for Flood Response: [e-mail]

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