Jenny Marrs and her family continue to grieve the loss of a beloved family pet. Amid their grief, the HGTV star shared a memory on social media from 10 years ago that serves as a powerful reminder about reaching out to others during difficult times.
Jenny Marrs Shares Memory Amid Grieving
On July 31, Marrs took to Instagram to reflect on a moment from 10 years ago.
“I happened upon an old post today. Almost 10 years later, as our family continues to walk in the sorrow of saying goodbye to our [dog] Dolly (bless Banana she is so lost without her sidekick), this one hit home in a fresh way and I thought it was worth sharing again.”
She went on to share the post she wrote years ago: “At the vet, the kiddos were feeling extra wiggly and I needed a clone of myself in order to be in two places at once. I was slightly frustrated and frazzled. Checking out, I noticed the candle burning on the counter. The candle signifying someone was saying goodbye to their beloved pet today.”
She continued, “Then, I glanced over and saw him. An older gentleman, clutching an older, graying dog tightly to his chest. I smiled his way and turned back to sign my receipt. I kept feeling the urge to look his way. Feeling rude, I forced myself not to turn around again.”
“Jenny, mind your own business. Do not be rude and assume anything. Just sign the receipt and leave. Just go home,” she noted was in her thoughts at that moment, but she approached the man and saw “the tear streaks along his cheeks.”
“Placing my hand on his shoulder, I gently offered my deepest condolences,” she noted. “For the next fifteen minutes, my littles and I had the great privilege of hearing this man’s stories — we learned about his best friend. He was saying goodbye after fourteen years together. He spoke with a cracked voice and tears flowed freely from each of us. I prayed with him and we shared hugs and more tears.”
Marrs said she left “with puffy eyes and tears continuing to stream, my heart fully aware of the life lesson tucked within this experience.”
She noted that reaching out to a stranger to show kindness was impactful. “I’ll likely never see that gentleman again this side of eternity, yet, he impacted my life today profoundly,” the HGTV star wrote at the time. “I was allowed into his tender grief and reminded of the significance of slowing down and offering compassion.”
Marrs added, “Keep your hands open, friends. You never know what holy encounter you will enter into today if you allow yourself to listen to the still, small voice instead of the lies to simply mind your own business.”
Fans Share Appreciation for Jenny Marrs’ Kindness
Marrs’ fans lit up the comments section, praising her for supporting a stranger.
“So sweet and kind of you to take the time to just be there and listen! You comforted this man in more ways than one today and he will likely never forget you and your kiddos!” one fan wrote. “Thank you for being so kind and sweet, you made my day!”
Another person commented, “Oh Jenny what a beautiful God moment! Thank you for sharing. Losing a beloved pet is so hard, but the strength we get from others when we feel seen is such a gift, as it surely was for that dear man.”
“What a beautiful story of listening to your heart,” another fan wrote. “You were in the right place at the right time to hold a hand and offer the gift of presence!”
One commenter noted, “What a blessing you & your littles were that day.❤️”
Comments
Jenny Marrs Reflects on Emotional Moment of Kindness Amid Family’s Grief