How much of who we are is shaped by the people we love—and lose? In this poignant episode, our guest opens up about her childhood, the powerful bond she shared with her mother, and the impact of growing up with an alcoholic father who later found recovery through AA. She paints a vivid picture of summers filled with laughter, beach trips, and morning routines with her mom—simple moments that meant everything. But one ordinary goodbye turned into an unforgettable memory: her mother standing at the window, waving longer than usual, as if she knew it would be the last time. This episode explores the lasting imprint of childhood, grief, and the mysterious ways we hold onto love.
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