Cope & Land

The Beauty and the Ashes


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Has there ever been a moment that you felt compelled to share your story of struggle? Like maybe putting your testimony out into the world might have an incredible effect on others on a similar journey? By embracing our own experiences with turmoil and letting God be our guide, we’re often able to discover our true mission. 


Today, I’m honored to welcome my friend Elizabeth Boyette. Elizabeth is a woman of faith, a mother, a wonderful teacher, and a beautiful soul. She has an incredible, heart-touching story and I think you’ll leave today filled with hope, faith, and healing.


Elizabeth is kind enough to share with us her husband Cody’s struggle with cancer. She talks a bit about how it brought them closer, how their faith and belief in miracles allowed them to embrace the time they were given, and how her life has changed since his passing.


Tune in and listen to episode two of Cope and Land. Join Elizabeth and I as we discuss the trauma and grief of the unknown and how sharing your mission can be a source of healing. Find out how Elizabeth has created a new project in Cody’s honor and how it’s become part of her path to finding beauty through the ashes.


In this episode, you will learn:

  • About the struggle Elizabeth and her husband Cody endured (06:07)
  • The moment Elizabeth became determined to be a fighter (09:30)
  • How the COVID-19 lockdown became an unexpected and beautiful gift to the family (16:31)
  • A bit about the stages of grief that Elizabeth experienced (20:19)
  • Why the idea of “choice” is so important to her (23:38)
  • The mission of the Cody Boyette Foundation (31:53)


Some questions I ask:

  • Why did you decide to join me today? (03:29)
  • Can you share your journey with us? (04:54)
  • What made you decide to seek a second opinion about Cody’s prognosis? (11:42)
  • What did your new life look like as you had to begin to shift everything after Cody’s passing? (18:32)
  • How did you make the choice to no longer suffer but grow and rise up, despite the pain? (21:20)
  • What are your hopes and dreams for the future? (30:18)


Connect with Elizabeth

  • The Cody Boyette Foundation


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Cope & LandBy Jami-Laura Copeland