Grief and Love: A Veteran’s Journey from the Ukraine to the United States to Afghanistan to Everest
By: Jenna Yeager
Abstract
Army Sergeant First Class Anna Cherepnina shares her experiences of life, love, and loss that started in Ukraine and led her to Mount Everest. Her transformative journey highlights themes of resilience, meaning-making, and identity that led to her current role in a non-profit as a mental health and wellness advocate for veterans.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21061/jvs.v12i1.847 | Journal eISSN: 2470-4768
Language: English
Page range: 55 - 59
Submitted on: Jan 7, 2026
Accepted on: Jan 30, 2026
Published on: Feb 20, 2026
Published by: Virginia Tech Publishing
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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