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I Grabbed the Branch

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by Heather Owens

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If you’ve ever carried grief, trauma, heartbreak, or simply the weight of surviving hard seasons, I Grabbed the Branch was created for you. 🌿 This podcast is a space for real stories, honest conversations, and the kind of healing that isn’t always neat or linear. It’s about resilience, connection, and reminding each other that none of us have to walk through life’s storms alone. Season 1 has been filled with courage, vulnerability, and community — and there’s so much more still to come. New voices, deeper conversations, and even more reminders that hope can still exist after hardship are on the way. No matter what you’ve faced, there’s a place for you here. So when life gets heavy, keep holding on… and keep grabbing the branch. 🌿💛

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Publishing Since

9/3/2025

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May 11, 2026

The Men Who Raised Us: A 3-Part Series

<p><strong>The Men Who Raised Us: A 3-Part Series</strong></p><p>In this deeply personal three-part series from I Grabbed the Branch, twin sisters Heather and Holly share the stories of the men whose lives shaped their own.</p><p>From a father who battled addiction and found redemption, to a stepfather whose sudden loss left an unfillable void, to the beloved patriarch who taught their family the meaning of kindness, strength, and empathy — each man left a lasting imprint on the women they helped raise.</p><p>Raw, honest, emotional, and at times unexpectedly funny, The Men Who Raised Us explores grief, healing, resilience, family bonds, and the complicated beauty of imperfect people.</p><p>Though each story is unique, they are forever interwoven into the lives of the strong women left to carry on their legacy.</p><p>Join Heather and Holly as they reflect on love, loss, redemption, and the men who helped make them who they are today.</p>

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April 30, 2026

Feeling Seen & the Future of Ellicott City

<p><strong>Episode Summary: Feeling Seen &amp; the Future of Ellicott City</strong></p><p>In this episode of I Grabbed the Branch, I share a deeply personal reflection on what it means to feel seen—as a survivor of the 2016 Ellicott City flood and as part of a community that has fought to be heard.</p><p>For a long time, the experience of that day—and everything that followed—felt invisible outside of those who lived it. But recently, something shifted.</p><p>I talk about the progress of the North Tunnel project in Ellicott City and what it represents. This isn’t just infrastructure—it’s acknowledgment. It’s proof that stories, losses, and voices are being recognized through real investment and action.</p><p>This episode connects the emotional and the tangible: healing, validation, and the ongoing work of flood mitigation. Because being “seen” isn’t just about words—it shows up in policy, progress, and a commitment to doing better.</p><p>🔗 Read my story featured on CBS News Baltimore:<br><a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/howard-county-ellicott-city-progress-key-flood-mitigation-project-tunnel-north/" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/howard-county-ellicott-city-progress-key-flood-mitigation-project-tunnel-north/</a></p><p>🔗 Learn more about the Ellicott City Safe and Sound Program:<br><a href="https://www.howardcountymd.gov/county-executive/ellicott-city-safe-and-sound" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.howardcountymd.gov/county-executive/ellicott-city-safe-and-sound</a></p>

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April 24, 2026

Prelude to Season 2 - The Year of Refinement

<p>After time away, this prelude episode of I Grabbed the Branch marks a return shaped by challenge, change, and reflection. As 2026 unfolds with unexpected transitions, including job loss, this episode sets the stage for a more intentional and honest Season 2.</p><p>With the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 Ellicott City flood approaching, this prelude revisits the foundation of the journey—resilience, healing, and what it truly means to rebuild.</p><p>This is where the next chapter begins.</p>

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What is I Grabbed the Branch?

If you’ve ever carried grief, trauma, heartbreak, or simply the weight of surviving hard seasons, I Grabbed the Branch was created for you. 🌿

This podcast is a space for real stories, honest conversations, and the kind of healing that isn’t always neat or linear. It’s about resilience, connection, and reminding each other that none of us have to walk through life’s storms alone.

Season 1 has been filled with courage, vulnerability, and community — and there’s so much more still to come.

New voices, deeper conversations, and even more reminders that hope can still exist after hardship are on the way.

No matter what you’ve faced, there’s a place for you here. So when life gets heavy, keep holding on… and keep grabbing the branch. 🌿💛

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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