When the Hero Comes Home Broken | Nancy Spring | Episode #2

When Sound Legacy shared a 90-second clip about Nancy Spring’s decades-long nursing career, it resonated far and wide, reaching nearly 800,000 people. In this episode, she takes us deeper into the roots of her life in care. Nancy reflects on growing up in the aftermath of her father’s wartime trauma—navigating the quiet devastation of PTSD, poverty, and loss. With honesty and grace, she shares the story of her father, Gerald Russell Stablein—a decorated Navy pilot who served in WWII and Korea, and whose battles didn’t end when he came home. This is a story about the long shadow of war—and the light that can still rise from it. A story of heartbreak, survival, and the strength it takes to lead with empathy and live with intention. 🎧 Listen now, and share it with someone who needs a reminder of what strength and softness can look like—side by side. Follow us @mysoundlegacy and visit mysoundlegacy.com to learn how we can help you preserve the voices and stories that matter most in your family.