Erika Kirk took to social media to share a poignant reflection on Thanksgiving, marking the first one her family spent without her husband, Charlie Kirk. Her message delved into themes of grief, gratitude, and faith, offering a glimpse into her journey through this challenging time.

In her Instagram post, Erika recalled how she and Charlie, a prominent conservative figure and the founder of Turning Point USA, cherished Thanksgiving. The holiday, she noted, was a time that brought them back to the fundamental yet sacred act of expressing gratitude.

“And even now, well, especially now, in the depths of the ache, I’m reminded of that gratitude,” she wrote. “God blessed me with being married to the love of my life, with our beautiful babies, with our family and friends, and with people from all over the world who have sent us letters, toys, artwork, and Bibles.”

Reflecting on her loss, Erika acknowledged how easy it can be to dwell on what has been lost or what is missing. She shared how her faith helps her navigate these feelings. “My goodness does the Lord meet me in my weakness, and His strength gently shifts my eyes to what I still have on this side of heaven,” she expressed, finding solace in the blessings that remain.

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Kirk added, “What remains is sacred.”

Charlie Kirk was assassinated in September at the age of 31, leaving behind Erika and their two children – a daughter born in 2022 and a son born in 2024.

Erika Kirk participates in a Medal of Freedom Ceremony for her late husband Charlie Kirk in the Rose Garden of the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. (Getty Images/Alex Wong)

Kirk noted that her family has received a stream of support in the months following her husband’s death, writing, “I can’t express what the outpouring of love has meant to me and the babies. I’m reading every letter and card, opening every gift, and saving each one for them when they’re older.”

She also shared a video showing a mountain of gifts and letters as she reflected on how she describes Heaven to her children.

Erika Kirk accepts the Charlie Kirk Legacy Award during the Fox Nation Patriot Awards, held live at The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts in Brookville, New York, on November 6. (Screenshot/Fox Nation)

“Heaven’s our home,” she said. “I just want her to know that daddy is having so much fun and building a place for her and our family.”

Kirk finished her post by wishing Charlie a happy Thanksgiving, writing, “We’ll save a plate for you babe.”