In this solo episode, I reflect on the holidays — what they looked like growing up, how traditions shifted as my sister and I got older, and the profound changes that came after Marissa's passing. I share the daunting early years of navigating grief during the holiday season, the slow process of finding new traditions that felt right, and the ways my family honored both the lows and the highs along the way. I also take a moment to look back on the first year of this podcast, incorporating a family tradition of naming one low and one high at the end of each year. This episode will be the last episode in 2025 and the last one before a brief hiatus.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Christina Graveley to explore the impact of loss. Christina shares her journey of losing both of her parents, 11 years apart, and how those experiences shaped the course of her life. She opens up about the challenges of being a caretaker for her Mom during an already busy season in life, and the lessons she has carried forward from that time. We also reflect on the ways grief evolves over the years, and Christina offers her insight into finding healing and meaning along the way.

In this solo episode, I open up about a deeply personal chapter — watching my brother-in-law begin a new relationship after my sister passed away. I share what that experience was like through the lens of my own grief, the complicated emotions it brought up, and how my perspective has changed over time. This isn’t a story about judgment or resolution — it’s about growth, perspective, and the quiet ways grief can evolve. If you’ve ever wrestled with the complexities of love, loyalty, and letting go, you may relate to this episode.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Kelsey to explore the complex emotions that surface when life doesn’t align with the timelines we imagined. From the quiet disappointments to the unexpected joys, we unpack what it means to navigate adulthood when milestones feel delayed or out of reach. We reflect on how perspective—especially the way we speak to ourselves—can shape our experience more than any timeline or life event ever could. If you've ever felt behind, this one's for you.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Kelsey Runyen to talk about what it really means to support someone through grief. We explore her personal experience walking alongside me—and others—during some of life’s hardest moments. Kelsey shares the ways she's learned to show up with compassion, how to navigate the emotional ups and downs without taking things personally, and why being present during someone’s darkest times can ultimately deepen and strengthen a friendship. Whether you're supporting a grieving friend or going through it yourself, this conversation offers honest insights and gentle reminders about the power of simply being there.

In this solo episode, I share some life updates and open up about some behind-the-scenes things with the podcast. I reflect on what this journey has taught me so far—from unexpected challenges to meaningful growth—and offer a glimpse into what’s to come.

In this episode, I’m switching things up a bit! My friend Kelly returns — but this time, she’s the one asking the questions. I figured since I’m always inviting guests on to share their stories, it was only fair that I take a turn in the hot seat.

Kelly interviews me in a fun and candid “get to know me” episode. We kick things off with some rapid-fire questions, dive into more in-depth conversations, and wrap it all up with some random (and hilarious) moments.

It’s a little different, a lot of fun, and a way to learn more about me as a person outside from what I have already shared.

In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Jenna (O'Connor) McGlynn to talk about the profound impact of losing her mother at just six years old. Jenna opens up about the memories that remain from that time, how the loss shaped her childhood and the person that she is today, and the strength she found in stepping into a motherly role for her younger siblings.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Jack Delaney. We talk about his experience with mental health over the years and what it’s been like navigating that as a man. Jack also shares his journey to sobriety — how he got sober at 25 years old and what nearly nine years of sobriety has taught him. We also discuss the loss of his Dad, who passed three years ago. Jack opens up about their relationship and how that shaped him, both before and after his Dad passed.

In this episode, I sit down with my family friend — and shore neighbor — Melissa (Young) Radomicki. Melissa opens up about the loss of her father, who passed away six years ago after being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. We talk about the difficult moments during his treatment, the strength it took to be present, and how losing him has shaped her life since.

We also talk about her father-in-law, Raymond, who passed away suddenly about seven months ago, and how that loss hit in a totally different way.

Then we get into Melissa’s spiritual side — some of the things she’s experienced over the years that have helped her feel connected, comforted, and guided.