Today's story comes from Mary Jane Copps of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Natasha Marchewka of Santa Clarita, California.

This story started decades ago, when a then 23-year-old MJ got together with 12-year-old Natasha's divorced father. Almost immediately, MJ grew deeply attached to Natasha and her younger sister, and embraced her new title of step-mother. And although the marriage with her father came to an end, MJ's connection with Natasha endured this breakup and evolved into a new kind of relationship: best friends.

Now, Mary Jane and Natasha stay intimately connected over the long distance between them, sharing everything with each other and offering love and support from afar. This is a story that shows how love endures, regardless of the titles we carry or the circumstances we face in life.

Presented by Charm Diamond Centres

Hosted by Nancy Regan

Produced by Podstarter

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