The Day Our Lives Changed Forever
In 2021 Chase's wife Keri was diagnosed with with a life altering illness that would change the course of theirs and their kids lives. This conversation delves into the journey of Peckham's as they navigate her battle with cancer. The chapters cover various aspects of their experience, from seeking the best specialists to facing the reality of the disease and living day to day. They also discuss the discovery of genetic testing and the impact it has on their children's future. The conversation explores Keri's decline and visible illness, as well as the perspective of Brian, a close friend. It concludes with the final moments and the process of finding closure and moving forward.
Takeaways
Seeking the best specialists is crucial when facing a serious illness.
Coming to terms with the reality of a disease can be a difficult and emotional process.
Living day to day and finding joy in the present moment is important when dealing with a chronic illness.
Genetic testing can provide valuable information about potential health risks for family members.
The decline of a loved one's health can be challenging to witness and accept.
Support from friends and community is essential during difficult times.
Transitioning to hospice care can provide comfort and support for both the patient and their loved ones.
Saying goodbye and finding closure is a deeply personal and emotional process.
Processing the loss of a loved one takes time and support.
Moving forward after loss involves finding strength and creating a new normal.
Chapters
00:00 Seeking the Best Specialists
45:01 Facing the Reality of the Disease
46:09 Living Day to Day
47:34 Discovering Brackens and Genetic Testing
49:14 Carrie's Decline and Visible Illness
49:59 Carrie's Illness from Brian's Perspective
50:57 Realizing the Severity of the Situation
52:25 Finding Peace in the Final Months
56:09 Transitioning to Hospice Care
59:07 Saying Goodbye and Finding Closure
01:01:41 The Final Moments
01:04:13 Processing the Loss
01:07:34 Moving Forward
