As I’m reflecting on 133 days sober… this picture was taken by a member of my support team. I never knew something so hard would lead to so much joy. To all of you fighting your own fight, please know happiness is on the other side.
So I will work through this with connection… to my new, sober community, to my loved ones (you each know who you are), to those of you who have shared brave stories and humbling support, I am grateful.
This man! Happiest retirement Jimmy Donovan! Please help me celebrate this incredible human being! Today is his last day on TV but he remains the voice of the
@Browns
! Truly one of the best! 🫶
Yesterday we buried my Grandpa Sam. No one is EVER ready for that moment. Period. Grief is very real. Thank you for the prayers, the support, the virtual hugs. My family thanks you. In this pandemic world, there is no normal grieving process. Love you. 🙏🥺♥️
Part 1:
I’d like to introduce you to my grandpa Sam’s chair. This is a place where I’ve spent many hours thinking, crying, reflecting.
As I’ve taken time over these past 60 days of different points of how I got there that night… I have learned the phrase begin again.
For each of you that have inquired if I’m returning to work, I am. Stay tuned. I am taking care of myself first and foremost and can’t wait to see you.
This Emmy may have my name on it, but I dedicate it to YOU! Thank YOU for letting my voice be heard & open up about my anxiety & mental health. Thank YOU for sharing your stories. I find it really hard now during this pandemic. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We have this! Love you! 🙏♥️
Nominated for an Emmy for my stories on Mental Health. No formal ceremony this year in lieu of everything. Putting on a gown isn’t what this is about for me. What I DO care about is making a difference. Virtual ceremony is June 20. Keep the conversations going. You are NOT ALONE
Part 2:
I am deeply remorseful for what happened the evening of November 23, 2023.
As tragic as it was and as cliche as it may sound, I believe that had to happen to me to put me on this healing journey of sobriety and introspection.
Morning and happy Sunday to you! Lake Effect Snow has kicked in as planned and for some of you it will really add up by the end of the day. Take your time and travel safely. ❄️🌬️🥶
“Maturity is learning to walk away from people and situations that threaten your peace of mind, self-respect, values, morals, or self-worth.” — Unknown 🙌🏻 Can I get an amen?
#thursdaythoughts
xoxo 😘
One minute you’re ok, the next minute your cornea is ripped. Or someone is diagnosed with cancer, a relationship ends, depression hits you. Bigger messsage-now more than ever, EVERYTHING feels uncertain. Life is precious. Be grateful in this moment! Healing! Love you! 👀♥️
Today’s show is dedicated to my Grandpa Sam 🙏💜 and to each of you grieving the loss of a loved one. I tried not to tear up on tv, my apologies. 🥺 Love you.
Proud does not even come close to describe my feelings for her. She is strong, brilliant and fierce. Notre Dame is lucky to have her and I can’t wait to watch as her future unfolds. ☘️💚
Desperate situations call for desperate measures. Found this fan at home. Going to try to move those clouds away for Monday’s eclipse. See you in the morning. 😂🌬️
Seniors of 2020... repeat after me: I am LOVED. I am STRONG. I am HEALTHY. I MATTER. I am SMART. I will FULFILL MY DREAMS. I know times are very different than my 90s hairspray hair Senior pic-but YOU WILL PERSEVERE! 👊🏻 Thinking of you and sending so much love your way!
Happy birthday Jessica! I can remember sitting on a stack of towels on my way to Hillcrest Hospital! You are a beautiful beacon of light in this world. Everything you touch turns to gold. Your future has zero limits. Keep being you. Because YOU are unstoppable dolly. I love you
Listen. It’s never fun. But early detection is key. 2 rounds of pictures and all is well today! 💕😘 I’ve been getting mammograms for years because my grandma had breast cancer. Thank YOU CLEVELAND Clinic! Healthy as can be!
#breastcancerawareness
💗
#grateful
#blessed
On my way out to inspire last night! So honored to be the special guest at an event speaking on behalf of mental health. ♥️
#MentalHealthAwareness
#fridaynight
xoxo 💋
As we reflect on this historic day, it gives us renewed hope that we too will transition through those dark times that come with our life journeys. See you tomorrow at 7pm.
Stop ✋ putting your energy toward how stressed you are. Instead challenge yourself to focus on how BLESSED you are! 😇🙏💫
#wednesdaywisdom
#wednesday
xoxo
How lucky are we to be in the CLE? Your Hometown girl will be getting your weekend weather forecast together while you’re sleeping tonight. See you in the morning. ☀️
Part 4:
I’ve embarked on a journey and I am grateful for the people that are working closely with me on my healing and recovery, and each of you. The out pouring of text messages and cards sent directly to my home. Thank you. I’ll never forget and I know who each of you are.
Reflecting back on the weekend…Giving grace for being an imperfect parent, giving grace for the mistakes our young adults are going to make as they start their journey, not all of our choices will have our intended outcomes, but will be what is meant to be. 💫
Winds 🌬️ ease a bit later today. You ready for some Saturday sunshine? 😎 What are conditions like in your neighborhood? Good morning, it’s great to see you!
“There will be fakers. And haters. And sunshine-takers. It’s fine. You just need to remember that nobody and no thing can steal your light unless you willingly hand it over.” — Amy Weatherly ☀️💫
#friday
#inspiration
#shine
#staypositive
xoxo 💜💋
Part 3:
Sometimes we have to make mistakes that are so big that we can’t go back. We have to notice. I was making so many small mistakes leading up to that day. I was living in denial.
Happy birthday to my most beautiful, fierce, strong, unstoppable Jessica! Jess, I am so beyond proud of you. May this new year ahead be dream after dream come true! I love you more! 🥳💜💫
Hey there, you awake? This is 3am radio weather updates. I predict a super Saturday for you! Declare it! Own it! Plus the weather looks like it will cooperate this weekend too, for the most part… 🙃 See you on tv!
You ARE ALLOWED TO BE HAPPY. I put on this shirt and was singing jingle bells! Then I thought of all the negativity each year over when Christmas music starts. Too soon/late? Who cares! If it makes YOU happy, listen all year! 1 example out of thousands. My point? Be happy!
Good morning to you and welcome to all of you in town for the eclipse tomorrow, it’s great to meet you! I have your updated eclipse forecast. See you on tv. ☀️🌚
#eclipse
‼️TBT ALERT‼️ MY MOM’S SENIOR PICTURE FROM MAYFIELD HIGH SCHOOL! 🥰 My dad came across this going through sentimental things at my Grandpa Sam’s house. 🙏💕 This picture captures my mom’s grace, kindness, love and light. Feeling so grateful. 😇 I love you mom! 💖
#tbt
xo