Waiting is the Hardest (W.I.T.H)

Hooray, Sofia is cured! No more pain, right??? Think again! In episode 5, Sofia shares her post-transplant ordeal. It wasn't all

Sofia's bone marrow transplant happened in 2011. In this episode, listeners are introduced to my niece, Kennedy, who offers a more recent perspective on the transplant process.  Kennedy underwent a Bone Marrow Transplant in 2019. She'll share her story and her journey of recovery and healing from Sickle Cell Anema. Kennedy and her mom, Tamika, offer informative and at times, shocking stories that occurred during Kennedy's journey.Another can't miss an episode!

Sofia has experienced immeasurable pain, tears, trials, and setbacks. You know what they say...a setback is just a setup for a comeback! In episode seven, Sofia shares the pivotal moments that helped her rally during recovery.

This episode is full of resources for anyone going through, considering, or curious about Bone Marrow Transplant. Topics include: coping and supporting transplant patients, and weighing the advantages, and tradeoffs of undergoing a transplant. We also discuss reproduction and fertility challenges associated with transplants.Sofia shares insightful thoughts that patients, community, and/or support members will find of value.

Sofia is the spotlight of season two! Born with Sickle Cell Anemia, an inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cells, Sofia underwent a Bone Marrow transplant that cured her of this disease that causes pain, fatigue, and additional complications. This season will feature Sofia's journey of healing. We will interview Sofia's donor, her brother Tevis and medical team. This season of Waiting is the Hardest will also highlight another sickle cell survivor, Kennedy and her donor, her mother Tamika. Kennedy will share her unique journey, lessons learned along the way, and encouragement for anyone who is going through a difficult health situation.Kennedy's story airs March 17 2023. You will be inspired and enlightened by both young ladies' perseverance and commitment to overcoming the odds. Set your reminders now!

Johnita shares the backstory of Sofia's birth and how the choices that resulted from this birth story set the course for Sofia's life path.  Other topics include: Tests to determine genetic and/or health issues with unborn fetus', communicating sickle cell trait within the black community, advice for pregnant women with babies with health issues, and more.

Making the decision to go through a transplant is a difficult, if not heart wrenching, decision. How does one make the decision to go through transplant? Where does the peace come from to move forward with a life changing decision? This episode reveals insights that helped Sofia's family make this difficult choice. Other topics include: Sofia's mental and emotional state leading up to the transplant, donor match types, finding your support system, and preparing financially to go through the transplant process. 

Big brother, and Sofia's perfect match donor, Tevis, joins this episode of WITH. He offers a unique perspective about donating bone marrow, insights on complications he faced following the procedure, and the importance of donating organs. BMF donor process:https://bethematch.org/transplant-basics/donation-process/donating-bone-marrow/

Antoine shares when the marriage changed for him.  He provides his thoughts as a caregiver, the dos and don't and lessons learned. Antoine and Johnita share the status of their marriage present day. 

Antoine and Shannon discuss their friendship and how the black male brotherhood brought Antoine through a terrible situation. Antoine reflects on the Marriage episode (Episode 8).

Lisa and Johnita recap the last four months and bring in their spouses for their perspectives on the events from that tragic day.

Johnita shares details about the accident retold through her journals. How can life change so drastically and completely, in the blink of an eye?

So who was Johnita before this devastating accident? Superwoman phenom (yes), bad bitch (yes), can't tell her nothing (absolutely yes). Johnita and Lisa delve deep into who Johnita was before the accident and the role it played in her emotional, mental, and physical recovery.

Did we mention Johnita was a planner? Find out the plans she made for her future prior to June 28, 2017. Hear about the signs that foreshadowed something was wrong with the trip and why it's important to heed God's plans, not your plans. 

Fast forwarding back to the day of the accident, June 28, 2017. What's going on with Johnita's leg? Her family? Are we amputating the leg or nah?  Death comes knocking again...

Johnita takes her first private jet home to recover and is promptly charged a quarter of a million dollars

What is this Rockstar Status Johnita mentions in the podcast? Hear how she describes the challenges of returning to her profession. Other topics include: eroding confidence as a result of her injuries, difficult conversations, and a sister of circle friends who support her through this journey.

Johnita is covered with a cloak of darkness aka depression. Find out how she overcomes depression and the signs of encouragement of hope God sends during this dark chapter.

Can Johnita's marriage sustain the change and demands of this recovery?

Johnita experiences triumphs and setbacks during this episode. Find out how her setbacks were a setup for her recovery comeback. 

Johnita enters 2018 with a changed outlook. Hear how this chan in perspective leads to the manifestation of other areas in her recovery journey.

IT'S ALMOST TIME!This is the last trailer before the debut of this inspirational story.  We are hosting a listening party for the first episode and live chatting throughout the event. Click the link to sign up to receive a link to the event.  https://forms.gle/h7KCYfPRgYkQuoJy5See you then! Welcome to W.I.T.H (Waiting is the hardest). This podcast is the story of one woman's journey of survival following a catastrophic car accident. Five years ago, Johnita, her daughter, and her aunt, were rear-ended while in a standstill in construction traffic by an SUV going 65 mph. Johnita took the brunt of the injuries and what followed was a journey of survival, rehabilitation, hope, and healing. The show premieres June 28, 2022, on the five year anniversary of the accident. This podcast is unique in that it's retold from the perspective of the journals Johnita kept throughout her recovery. Johnita will be sharing excerpts from her journal and exploring themes of depression, anger, PTSD, faith, family support, and medical care with her sister-friend and co-host, Lisa.  Together, they will explore what it means to survive the unthinkable and all the things that aren't discussed on the journey. This podcast is Raw. Real. and Unfiltered.This show is for anyone who has survived, currently going through, or knows someone who has gone through an insurmountable challenge.  

New previews drop on the 28th leading up to the podcast debut on June 28th, 2022. Welcome to W.I.T.H (Waiting is the hardest). This podcast is the story of one woman's journey of survival following a catastrophic car accident. Five years ago, Johnita, her daughter, and her aunt, were rear-ended while in a standstill in construction traffic by an SUV going 65 mph. Johnita took the brunt of the injuries and what followed was a journey of survival, rehabilitation, hope, and healing. The show premieres June 28, 2022, on the five year anniversary of the accident. This podcast is unique in that it's retold from the perspective of the journals Johnita kept throughout her recovery. Johnita will be sharing excerpts from her journal and exploring themes of depression, anger, PTSD, faith, family support, and medical care with her sister-friend and co-host, Lisa.  Together, they will explore what it means to survive the unthinkable and all the things that aren't discussed on the journey. This podcast is Raw. Real. and Unfiltered.This show is for anyone who has survived, currently going through, or knows someone who has gone through an insurmountable challenge.  

New previews drop on the 28th leading up to the podcast debut on June 28th, 2022. Welcome to W.I.T.H (Waiting is the hardest). This podcast is the story of one woman's journey of survival following a catastrophic car accident. Five years ago, Johnita, her daughter, and her aunt, were rear-ended while in a standstill in construction traffic by an SUV going 65 mph. Johnita took the brunt of the injuries and what followed was a journey of survival, rehabilitation, hope, and healing. The show premieres June 28, 2022, on the five year anniversary of the accident. This podcast is unique in that it's retold from the perspective of the journals Johnita kept throughout her recovery. Johnita will be sharing excerpts from her journal and exploring themes of depression, anger, PTSD, faith, family support, and medical care with her sister-friend and co-host, Lisa.  Together, they will explore what it means to survive the unthinkable and all the things that aren't discussed on the journey. This podcast is Raw. Real. and Unfiltered.This show is for anyone who has survived, currently going through, or knows someone who has gone through an insurmountable challenge.  

Welcome to W.I.T.H (Waiting is the hardest). This podcast is the story of one woman's journey of survival following a catastrophic car accident. Five years ago, Johnita, her daughter, and her aunt, were rear-ended while in a standstill in construction traffic by an SUV going 65 mph. Johnita took the brunt of the injuries and what followed was a journey of survival, rehabilitation, hope, and healing. The show premieres June 28, 2022, on the five year anniversary of the accident. This podcast is unique in that it's retold from the perspective of the journals Johnita kept throughout her recovery. Johnita will be sharing excerpts from her journal and exploring themes of depression, anger, PTSD, faith, family support, and medical care with her sister-friend and co-host, Lisa.  Together, they will explore what it means to survive the unthinkable and all the things that aren't discussed on the journey. This podcast is Raw. Real. and Unfiltered.This show is for anyone who has survived, currently going through, or knows someone who has gone through an insurmountable challenge.