Laughter Through Tears: Faith. Trauma. Redemption. And a girl armed with prayer, sarcasm, and her favorite shade of red.

Laughter Through Tears: Faith. Trauma. Redemption. And a girl armed with prayer, sarcasm, and her favorite shade of red.

Laughter Through Tears is a memoir about surviving deep pain and learning to live with joy anyway. Raised in a home where emotions were silenced and walking on eggshells was second nature, Allison Frances Meyer takes us through the heartbreak of trauma, complicated family dynamics, and the long road of healing. It all started with the hug that changed everything—a single moment of tenderness that cracked something open. From that point on, God began to meet her through unexpected people, perfectly timed laughter, and sacred side-eyes in the back pew. With humor, honesty, and a whole lot of heart, Allison reflects on how joy became her lifeline—and eventually, her weapon. Whether it came through a preschool mural turned masterpiece, a friend smuggling Taco Bell into a dollar theater, or a late-night movie that preached louder than a pulpit, she began to see Jesus in the wildest places. This book is a love letter to the ones who kept her going, to the God who never stopped chasing her, and to anyone who’s ever wondered if they’re too broken to be whole. You’re not. There’s still joy. And yes, it counts—even when it comes through tears.