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MARSHA GRAY HILL
Author, Grief and Grit(s)
Marsha Gray Hill is originally from Kinston, North Carolina and married the love of her life, Gregg, in 1976. Marsha's life has been woven with love, laughter, and the undeniable charm of the South as she and her husband navigated the adventure of raising five children and now, enjoy how they have fifteen grandchildren.
Her story took a heartfelt turn during the COVID pandemic when she had to care for her ailing mother and this experience fueled her passion to write, Grief and Grits, a book that not only chronicles the extraordinary life of her mom, but also lends her compassionate voice to those in need and treating everyone with the human dignity they deserve.
Her resilient Southern spirit leaves an indelible mark on every chapter of her book from her extraordinary experience from her life journey.
Marsha is a Frequent Guest on Local Talk Shows
TV Appearances
Most Popular Topic(s)
The Pandemic's Wake-Up Call:
Rethinking Our Approach to Aging and Advocacy
Turning Grief into Guidance in a Post-Pandemic World
WFTS-tv (ABC)
TAMPA, FL
Marsha Gray Hill, the author of Grief and Grit(s), interviewed with Tampa Bay's Morning Blend to discuss why she wrote this heartwarming book about her personal journey of love and loss. As she tried to process the grief of losing her mom during pandemic, Marsha directed her emotions into writing a book designed to help others and understand that they are not alone.
KIAH-tv (CW)
HOUSTON, TX
Marsha Gray Hill, the author of Grief and Grit(s), interviewed with KIAH's Houston Happens to discuss why she wrote this book about her personal journey of love and loss. She joined the unfortunate group of people who lost a parent during the height of the COVID pandemic, and her new memoir shares the story of her mother's love, as well as surviving the pain of losing her mom.
kATU-tv (ABC)
Portland, OR
Nothing can prepare you for that intensity of sorrow and joy. In this stunning debut, author Marsha Gray Hill invites you into a personal look at an uncomfortable truth: how we treat our elderly today defines our own future. Full of tragedy and triumph, laughter and tears, grief and—yes, some good, old-fashioned grits—Grief and Grit(s) is not only a reflection of the life and tragic death of Adaline Gray, but the power of our generation to fight for human dignity at every stage of life.
KUTV-tv (CBS)
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Author Marsha Gray Hill spoke to KUTV's Elora Murray on 2 News Fresh Living about her book designed to help others who care for their aging parents. Marsha, like so many Americans, lost a parent in the midst of the global pandemic. Marsha sheds light on the messy parts of love that we don’t like to talk about—and the incredible blessings that lie within those lessons.
WGRT-tv (FOX)
DAYTON, OH
In her literary debut, Grief and Grits, Marsha Gray Hill shares her story of a mother’s love and a daughter’s fight—for truth, dignity, and compassion when the world was at its darkest through the eyes of both mother and daughter. Marsha sheds light on the messy parts of love that we don’t like to talk about—and the incredible blessings that lie within those lessons.
Living & Learning As a Caregiver
REAL AMERICA'S VOICE
National
Marsha Gray Hill, Author of Grief and Grit(s), joined the host of American Sunrise to share how her faith has played a big role in navigating the unchartered waters of losing her mom during a global pandemic. Watch here.
Marsha is a Favorite Guest
on Local Radio Shows
RADIO INTERVIEWS
Most Popular Topic(s)
The Pandemic's Wake-Up Call:
Rethinking Our Approach to Aging and Advocacy
Turning Grief into Guidance in a Post-Pandemic World
MomcastWONU-FM Chicago
Morning ShowKMA-AM/FMMidwest Regional
Ocala TalksWOCA-AM/FMOrlando/Ocala
Mornings w/J.R. Williams & CelindaKXYL Dallas
Morning ShowWBGL-FM 97.1 Springfield, IL
Warren in the AMWKNY-AM/FM Albany
PODCAST INTERVIEWS
Navigating the Heart of Caregiving: Marsha Gray Hill's Journey of Grief, Faith, and Love
Milk and Honey Podcast
When the world outside is crumbling, where do we find the strength to hold our loved ones close? Marsha Gray Hill, a poignant voice from the South, joins me on the Milk and Honey podcast to unfurl her journey through the terrain of loss and faith during the pandemic's darkest days. Her narrative is a mosaic of love, caretaking, and the indomitable spirit of her late mother—a beacon of Christian faith and service. As Marsha speaks, her words are a bridge connecting the profound grief of her personal loss with the universal quest for comfort and understanding in the aftermath of saying goodbye. Listen here.
Grief and Grit(s) with special guest
Marsha Gray Hill
Caregiver Chronicles Podcast
In this episode, Sarah interviews Marsha Gray Hill, the author of Grief and Grit(s): A Daughter's Journey of Love and Loss When the World Was Upside-Down. They discuss Marsha's journey taking care of her mother as she battled dementia and that she wrote the book so that people would know they are not alone in the aftermath of the pandemic. Listen here.
Write Your Grief Off: How Writing Can Alleviate Your Grief with Marsha Gray Hill
Grief and Happiness Podcast
In today's episode, I'm joined by the inspiring Marsha Gray Hill. Marsha is a Southern girl born and raised in Kinston, North Carolina. She authored Grief and Grit(s), a book inspired by her experiences walking her mother through dementia and Alzheimer's during the pandemic and caring for her until the day she died.
Marsha talks about how writing about her mother helped her deal with her grief, get a lot of things out of her chest, and even work around emotional blockages. She also shares her thoughts on the challenging task of caring for a deteriorating parent, anticipatory grief, how to deal with guilt after losing a loved one, and more. Listen here.
Protecting the Vulnerable When The World Is Upside Down:
With Guest Marsha Gray Hill (Pt. 1)
Facepalm America Podcast
In this episode, Marsha Gray Hill, author of Grief and Grit(s), joins us to discuss caregiving during the pandemic and how the eldery are often forgotten about in support systems. Marsha's journey taking care of her mother as she battled dementia and that she wrote the book so that people would know they are not alone in the aftermath of the pandemic. Listen here.
Becoming a Voice for Compassion and Human Dignity with Guest Marsha Gray Hill
My Mourning Routine
In this episode, Marsha shares her touching story of caring for her mother with Alzheimer's in the especially challenging time of early-Covid-19; how this experience led her to write a book, both to honor her mother and be a source of support for caretakers and grievers alike; and offers words of advice for anyone facing the responsibility of caring for a loved one who is no longer able to advocate for themselves. Listen here.
Grief and Grit(s)
Good Grief
When a declining parent needs help, it creates a delicate balance of care and acceptance. Marsha Gray Hill thought she had found that balance, even as her mother began to show signs of dementia. But then, COVID ripped the rug out from under her, making it impossible to support her mother as she would have liked. In the end, the pandemic was what ended her mother's life. In the process, Marsha learned too much about attitudes towards elders, inadequate support structures and a lack of understanding of what it takes to be a caregiver. In sharing the story of her mother's life, she has given us a window into the lives of so many who died, and are still dying, from that terrible illness. She implores us to believe our society can do better! Listen here.
Awaken Hope with Marsha Hill
Awaken Hope
Awaken Hope with Marsha Hill. Awaken Hope with Kandiee Campbell is a show with strategies to help one learn to let go. Listen here.
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TBD Radio850 AM / 94.1 FM
CITY TBD
The TBD Show
Not since Mrs. Fields turned her delicious cookie recipe into a multi-million dollar company has a mom turned her cookie baking skills into such a successful business. Lauren Anderson is the founder of Lolly's Home Kitchen, a business that started in her home and has now grown into a seven figure business in a little over a year.
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NATIONAL
The Kristen Hagopian Show
Not since Mrs. Fields turned her delicious cookie recipe into a multi-million dollar company has a mom turned her cookie baking skills into such a successful business. Lauren Anderson is the founder of Lolly's Home Kitchen, a business that started in her home and has now grown into a seven figure business in a little over a year.
"What has impressed me the most with Marsha Gray Hill is her commitment to not only sharing her story in a deeply caring way, but also her passion to tackle a troubling trend in society where the elderly are concerned. Her book resonates with anyone who was left scarred over the past several years and reads like comfort food for your spirit. Marsha understands exactly what producers need and how to impact the audience with her story during a three-to-five minute interview."
- MARIANNE SCHWAB
EXEC. PRODUCER, CMP MEDIA CAFE
Marsha has been Featured in over 200 Online Magazines & News Outlets
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Most Popular Topic
The Pandemic's Wake-Up Call:
Rethinking Our Approach to Aging and Advocacy
Turning Grief into Guidance in a Post-Pandemic World
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GRIEF AND GRIT(S) BOOK QUOTES
"Life moves on with or without you. It’s not about fairness. It just is what it is."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"Caring for an elderly parent is a specific stage of life that most people would rather not talk about."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"The greatest tragedy would be to have lived through the age of COVID and to learn nothing as a community."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"No one talks about what it’s like to become the caretaker for someone who once took care of you."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"When I think about the loneliness of grief, I can’t help but think about Mama. How many times was she alone in the midst of sadness, losing her parents, her husband, her childhood friends... Andhow many times did I fly right by her, pressing on in my own rhythm of daily life? She must have felt just as isolated and misunderstood as I do. But how could I possibly have understood that?"
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"Our modern American society is a society that doesn’t value the elderly, and it’s important to think about why that is. Back in the day, the elders of the town or village would have been the center of knowledge, the accumulation of experience, culture, and wisdom collected through the ages... Senior citizens were valued; they had a concrete role in society."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL AUTHOR,
GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"It’s impossible to say what the family’s role should be when it comes to caring for the elderly. Everyone’s situation is different, and when it comes to complications regarding resources, medical care, or even time and space to accommodate someone else’s needs, there’s no easy answer."
- MARSHA GRAY HILL
AUTHOR, GRIEF and GRIT(S)
"Change always comes with complications, and sometimes the most powerful consequences are the ones we don’t consider. In our insta-connected, 2-day delivery world, who takes care of the people who once took care of us? ... If it isn’t the family, what does that mean for future generations?"
- MARSHA GRAY HILL AUTHOR,
GRIEF and GRIT(S)
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