Today Terri Hoover continues her life story, sharing how she found hope in her darkest night.

On this episode of Qavah we visit with Terri Hoover, who has experienced about all life has to offer. We all experience pain in our lives, and we all deal with it in different ways. It can feel lonely at times, because it’s hard to find someone who will be honest about what they’ve been through. Sometimes, though, a rare soul will come along and share their experience - and how they dealt with it, whether good or bad. Terri is that person.

On this episode of Qavah we visit with Terri Hoover, who has experienced about all life has to offer. We all experience pain in our lives, and we all deal with it in different ways. It can feel lonely at times, because it’s hard to find someone who will be honest about what they’ve been through. Sometimes, though, a rare soul will come along and share their experience - and how they dealt with it, whether good or bad. Terri is that person.

On the last episode of Qavah, we visited with Lydia Nimbeshaho, who survived the horrific Rwandan genocide in 1994. After her parents were killed, she and her siblings went to live in an orphanage with other survivors. 

Lydia had no idea how much she would later miss this community of people who shared her trauma.

After living at the orphanage, she and her two siblings were moved from place to place until they one day found themselves on their own.

Trauma changes the brain and can cause one difficulty in remembering, even the good stuff. Once there was a little girl named Lydia. She was adorable and everyone mentioned how cute she was when they saw her. She had a happy family with a mom, dad and 5 Siblings. Those memories are hard to retrieve for Lydia now.

On this episode of Qavah, we talk to one of the bravest people you will ever hear.

Dan Bartlett: The Unexpected Journey

Dan Bartlett's journey through life has been nothing short of remarkable. It's a journey marked by being in the right place at the right time, often without even realizing it.

Dan's journey began as the youngest among four siblings, setting the stage for his unique path in life. Born in Illinois but quickly making their way to Texas, Dan's family settled in Rockwall, Texas. His childhood memories are filled with the freedom of exploration, riding motorcycles, building forts, and developing problem-solving skills that would serve him well later in life.

Dan's mother, an amazing woman, played a pivotal role in his upbringing. She not only raised her four children but also dedicated herself to supporting and empowering other children in need. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and Executive Director of the Creative Learning Center, she provided a secure and nurturing environment for underprivileged children with gifted talents.

This excerpt introduces the podcast's theme, the charitable organization Qavah the Storehouse, and provides a glimpse into Dan Bartlett's unique journey and his family background.

Dan Bartlett: The Unexpected Journey

Dan Bartlett's journey through life has been nothing short of remarkable. It's a journey marked by being in the right place at the right time, often without even realizing it.

Dan's journey began as the youngest among four siblings, setting the stage for his unique path in life. Born in Illinois but quickly making their way to Texas, Dan's family settled in Rockwall, Texas. His childhood memories are filled with the freedom of exploration, riding motorcycles, building forts, and developing problem-solving skills that would serve him well later in life.

Dan's mother, an amazing woman, played a pivotal role in his upbringing. She not only raised her four children but also dedicated herself to supporting and empowering other children in need. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and Executive Director of the Creative Learning Center, she provided a secure and nurturing environment for underprivileged children with gifted talents.

This excerpt introduces the podcast's theme, the charitable organization Qavah the Storehouse, and provides a glimpse into Dan Bartlett's unique journey and his family background.

Qavah the Podcast remembers and honors the lives lost at Robb Elementary School, May 24, 2022 in Uvalde, Texas.