In Episode 22, Olivia Jacobs and Pat Kaiser share their recent experience of having their lives uprooted after an unexpected electrical fire.

Despite the chaos, they discuss how they navigated the challenges of communication, teamwork, and resilience. They delve into the stress of explaining the situation to their children, handling the immediate aftermath, and finding gratitude in community support during the holidays.

This episode emphasizes the importance of preparedness, staying positive, and how to handle family hardships with grace and humor. Join them as they reflect on what truly matters during the holidays and how they plan to move forward.

SHOW NOTES:

00:00 Introduction and New Setup

01:18 Unexpected Life Events

01:51 Holiday Season Amidst Chaos

02:15 The Attic Fire Incident

04:12 Community Support and Sponsors

06:44 Recounting the Fire Incident

07:11 Immediate Actions and Firefighting

18:01 Fire Department's Arrival

28:34 Post-Fire Assessment and Packing

34:18 Reflecting on the Day of the Fire

34:52 The Electrical Fire Discovery

36:22 Telling the Kids About the Fire

37:34 Dealing with the Aftermath

38:56 Past Fire Experiences

40:33 Coping Mechanisms and Support

44:03 Insurance and Restoration Process

51:41 Maintaining Normalcy for the Kids

52:54 What Actually Matters in an Emergency

57:15 Home for the Holidays

01:03:38 Final Thoughts on Hardship and Resilience

SPONSOR:

- Jacobs Gallery new concert series, The Art of Song:

https://jacobsgalleryshop.com/theartofsong

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Xo,

Liv and Pat