Behind every name, date, or headline lies something far greater: a human story. Stories have the power to breathe life into memory, to carry emotions across time, and to help us see one another with more profound compassion. They do what numbers and records cannot remind us of: the laughter, tears, courage, and love that define a life.

Stories from the Hearts is a collection of voices: survivors, medical workers, and loved ones, who share their experiences of loss, resilience, and even unexpected hope. These stories are windows into lives forever changed. As you read, may you feel the weight of grief, the strength of perseverance, and the quiet flickers of healing. These voices may remind you that the stories in our hearts are not just statistics and dates, but about people’s lives, and those who remain to remember them.