Even in seasons filled with loss, reminders of resilience can show up in surprising ways. From weddings and birthdays to anniversaries and everyday moments, Diane reflects on how grief and joy often mingle—and why, in the end, it really is gonna be OK.

Some moments in life are too important to miss — no matter how hard they may feel. In this heartfelt reflection, a mother shares the joy, emotion, and courage it takes to attend her son’s wedding after years of avoiding them, blending treasured memories of her own “wedding like no other” with the hope of embracing a new chapter.