The Unexpected Life Podcast

This is Episode 19 of the Unexpected Life Podcast.  In this episode we catch everyone up on what the past few months have looked liked, and share some stories about health events with our son and Lance.  Thanks for joining us in The Unexpected Life.  

The Unexpected Life Podcast episode 18 - today we talk about charity, which was brought about by an article that we read about Saint Judes Childrens Research Hospital.  We also talk about getting older, and dealing with trauma that surrounds Lance's back surgery.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.

This is Episode 17 of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  On today's episode we talk about being the hardships of going through end of life with a loved one, how it's something that we don't just get over, but have to learn how to hold, and that trauma isn't something that will go away all together.  Thank you for joining us in this Unexpected life.  

This is Episode 16 of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  In this Episode we discuss were we have been for the past few months, and why we haven't been able to record a show.  Thanks for sticking with us in This Unexpected Life.  

We just wanted to update everyone on where our plans for the next month.  

This is the 14th episode of our podcast!  Today we talk about where we were last week, National Cancer Survivors Day, and we share about the loss of sweet friend to cancer this week.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.

This is the 13th Episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  On today's episode we talk about a recent Zoom call with Davis' Doctors, how Amanda and Lance got into a big fight this last week, and remind everyone of the reasons why we continue to learn that Cancer is forever.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.  

This is the 12th episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  Today we discuss the ways that cancer has affected our marriage, as well as other relationships. We also talk about clearing expectations and not letting negative expectations creep in.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.    

This is the Eleventh Episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  Today on the episode we discuss Mother's Day, and what it has been like for Amanda to be labelled a "Cancer Mom".  Furthermore we talk about the importance of Moms advocating for themselves when it comes to caring for their children with critical illness.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.  

This is the tenth episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we talk about being a student of your spouse, and how that helps to build relationship.  We then talk about the nuances of social interactions around critical illness.  Finally we discuss having to share your personal tragedy, and why and how much you should do it.  Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.  

This is the ninth episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we talk about what it is like to navigate different children with their own unique responses to living an unexpected life do to cancer.  We also discuss considering what other people have to offer you in regards to parenting, illness, and just life in general. The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.

Episode 8:  In this episode we talk about our recent trip to Nashville, and we discuss how important it is to make time for yourself regardless of your current situation.  We also discuss the necessity for people who you can depend on in your life to help facilitate your ability to get away and recharge your batteries.   The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.

This is episode 7 of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we discuss our methods for entertaining a child while at the hospital.  We also discuss the challenges of trying the set expectations of what the patient will need, and how we got through the unexpected circumstances while in treatment.   The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.

This is episode 6 of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we share the latest results from Davis last scans, we update everyone about our house purchase, and start to discuss the financial strain as a result of going through critical illness.  Thank you for joining us in this Unexpected Life.  

This is the fifth episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we talk about our unique experiences with 'Scanxiety', and what we have found to be helpful that we implemented to cope and prepare for our son's upcoming scans. Thank you for joining us in this unexpected life.

This is the fourth episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode We talk about going to the ER for the first time after our son's cancer diagnosis, we discuss what we would bring to the hospital to make hospital life bearable, and end the show with our very first special guest that you don't want to miss. The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.

This is episode 3 of the The Unexpected Life Podcast.  In this episode we start a discussion about being an advocate for yourself, or for the person in your life that has critical illness.  We also talk about the importance of educating yourself as best as you can while in the midst of  critical illness.   Thank you for joining us in The Unexpected Life.

This is the second episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast.  In this episode we talk about continued treatment for our son's due to side effects from chemotherapy.  We then discuss what was helpful for us for the first 10 day hospitalization after finding out about Davis' cancer.  Lastly, we discuss the role that other people have in our family's life, and how different people show up when there is critical illness.  The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.

This is the first episode of The Unexpected Life Podcast!  In this episode we introduce ourselves, and we discuss why we have started this podcast.  We also begin telling the story of our journey with pediatric cancer.  The Unexpected Life Podcast starts with the story of how childhood cancer took away our comfort and the fantasy that we are in control.  This podcast is intended to be a place where we can talk through living The Unexpected Life.