PHOENIX (AZFamily) — This fall marks two years since Preston Lord was beaten to death outside of a Halloween party in Queen Creek. It’s a case that’s been felt by many across the Valley, including his loved ones, who had to deal with this devastating loss.
However, one of Preston’s relatives is now turning pain into purpose and has created a journal in hopes of helping others deal with their own grief.
Preston’s aunt, Melissa Lord, released a new journal titled “Echoed: If I Write Loud Enough, Will You Hear Me?“ last week. This grief journal contains thoughtful prompts, reflective quotes and open pages for expression. She also expresses her own stages of grief.
“Writing has always been my outlet, and so that’s where I kind of put my focus in my own grief journey is to really write and get those thought processes out on paper,” said Melissa…