Finding Hope and Healing: The Journey of Amber and Granger Smith
Amber Smith and Granger Smith faced a tragic loss when their 3-year-old son, River Kelly, drowned in their pool in June 2019. Amber shares the heartbreaking experience, healing process, and hope in her upcoming book, The Girl on the Bathroom Floor. In an excerpt, she reveals Granger's suicide attempt and the emotional turmoil they went through. The couple, parents to Maverick, Lincoln Monarch, and London, have been advocating for water safety for children since River's passing and continue to honor his memory on social media.
In a chapter from Granger's book, Like a River, he recounts the night he almost took his own life after a show in Boise, Idaho. Consumed by grief and alcohol, he found himself in a dark place, reliving the pain of losing River. In a moment of despair, he reached for a gun, but a divine intervention saved him. Granger's cry for help to Jesus ended the torment, and he collapsed on the bathroom floor, overwhelmed with emotion. The harrowing experience brought him closer to God and his family, leading to a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude.
Amber reflects on the night of Granger's suicide attempt, expressing her heartbreak and regret for not being able to intervene. She shares the profound impact of faith and divine intervention in saving Granger from a tragic end. The couple's journey through grief, healing, and spiritual awakening serves as a testament to the power of love, resilience, and faith in overcoming life's darkest moments.
The Girl on the Bathroom Floor offers a raw and honest account of Amber and Granger's struggles and triumphs in the face of unimaginable loss. Their story is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life, the strength of the human spirit, and the healing power of faith and love. Preorder the book now to delve into their inspiring journey of hope, healing, and redemption.