The P-I-G: Episode 09
Rooted in Love and Legacy: The Unexpected Gift of Katie
What happens when grief breaks something open—and love builds something new? In this special Mother’s Day episode, we reflect on one of the most unexpected blessings of our lives, our stepmom, Katie.
Nearly 30 years ago, after the death of our mom, Katie walked into our world—not as a replacement, but as a beautiful addition. She didn’t try to fill anyone’s shoes. Instead, she made room for all of us to grieve, grow, and begin again. This is a story about acceptance. About trust. About how we never really "move on"—we move forward, carrying everything and everyone with us…
🎙️ In this episode, we reflect on:
What it felt like to lose our mom and be mothered again by someone new
The early moments of bonding with Katie and the quiet grace she brought
How grief and love can co-exist and live side-by-side across a lifetime
What it means to build a family that’s more of a “bush” than a tree—expanding in all directions
Legacy isn’t always linear. Sometimes it’s found in the people who walk in just when we think the story has ended. Katie’s love didn’t erase our pain. It gave it a place to rest. 🥰
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“Hearing the stories of others helps us create a more meaningful connection to our own—because legacy isn’t just what we leave behind, it’s how we live right now.”
The P-I-G is a heartfelt, purpose-driven podcast exploring life, love, loss, and legacy through raw, real, and resonant conversations with everyday people and extraordinary guests. Together, we unpack the moments that shape us—the stories we carry, the messiness of being human, and what it means to leave something meaningful behind.
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Honor what matters most
Remember that grief isn’t linear
Navigate life’s hardest moments with PURPOSE, INTENTION, and GRATITUDE
And to be reminded that legacy isn’t just what we leave… it’s how we live—right now.
