Awake with JMak

JMak's wife Laura had an incredible trip to Lima over Easter weekend. In part 2 of this podcast, Laura talks about the significance of Lima in JMak's life, and we share a special announcement with you. 

Easter represents new life, and that's what JMak's wife Laura is experiencing. In this episode, Laura goes back to Lima to visit with the people who meant so much to JMak and to let them know that JMak's legacy is alive and will continue to move forward. 

Laura updates us on how she and the kids are doing, gives some exciting details about an event she is planning to honor JMak, and thanks those who have taken the time to reach out to her over the past month. 

Earlier this week, JMak launched into eternity surrounded by friends and family. He taught us so much over the past eight months, and even though he was the one diagnosed with a terminal illness, he demonstrated to all of us what it really means to live. In this episode, we'll hear from three members of JMak's "launch" team - his wife, his coach, and his best friend.

Up to this point, we have heard from many people who love JMak. But now, it's time to hear from two of the most important - his boys. In this episode, 11-year old Timothy and 9-year old Jonathan tell us what they love about their dad, the things they have learned from him, and share some of the beautiful memories they have made over the years. 

In a heartfelt episode, JMak's wife Laura talks about their decision to discontinue chemotherapy, and she updates us on how the kids are handling JMak's diagnosis. 

JMak makes a decision that will change the course of his cancer journey. In this episode, he sits down with his coach to talk about that decision and the faith and courage required to make it. 

It has been a difficult couple of months for JMak as he continues his journey living with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. It's why we haven't released a podcast in a while. First, he had a life-threatening blood infection. Then, some nasty side effects from the chemotherapy. In an honest and real way, JMak talks about these setbacks and tells us why it is so important to get back behind the microphone to share his story. 

JMak's parents came to visit for the first time since he was diagnosed with cancer. It was a beautiful week and for the first time, JMak was able to open his heart and share with his mom and dad how much they mean to him. 

JMak's looking to take advantage of every opportunity he has right now. He realizes there is no time to waste.  When he doesn't give his very best and live life to the fullest, JMak is thankful he has a friend and a coach to point it out.