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I share a cautionary tale about an opportunity I wasted. Warning, this episode contains snotty crying sounds.

Just a quickie to say hi and share the current mood of grief at the moment. Nothing ground breaking!

Today's chat is with the amazingly uplifting Susan who is a medium and currently going through treatment for breast cancer. https://www.facebook.com/suzansreadings/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

I spoke with the amazing Michelle from Blossom. Hair Body Face & Wig Boutique located in the picturesque Hawkesbury region. She helps chemo patients and other people get a new look and a positive boost they need so desperately. https://www.facebook.com/blossomhairfacewigs https://www.blossomhair.net.au/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Catch up time, a recent personal loss and a quick pep talk for the sh*t show that can be Mother's Day.

First catch up for 2024 and my new career change into aged care!

Apologies for the delay in posting this episode but here are my thoughts on the rules surrounding Legalised Euthanasia in NSW, Australia.

Today we celebrated an amazing human in the most lovely funeral I've had the honour to attend. WARNING: This episode may be rough to listen to, towards the end. My feelings may upset some listeners. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

I chat about attending my first Motherless Daughter's Australia event. https://www.motherlessdaughters.com.au/community/events Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Listen for the conclusion of the will of my late Grandmother. If I knew 9 months ago how negatively effect my mental health I would have prepared regular visits with my therapist Megan and started taking my anti-depressants. Do not underestimate how easily decade old emotional wounds can be opened with just a single phone call. WARNING: This episode is rough to listen to. My feelings are raw and may upset some listeners. Please note that I only speak for myself and my own mental health. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Just a quickie to say hi and check in for those like myself dreading this Sunday. If you need a support network may I suggest joining the Facebook Community that is Motherless Daughters. This is the best support network of women I have ever come across - no bitchiness, no criticism, just love and acceptance. For those interested in attending a Mother's Day Memorial Service held by White Lady Funerals see the Facebook events for this Saturday & Sunday below; Bankstown: 39 Meredith Street, Bankstown. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) Bateau Bay: 428-430 The Entrance Road, Bateau Bay. (Saturday, May 13th at 10am) Liverpool: 124 Elizabeth Dr, Liverpool. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) Minchinbury: Pinegrove Cemetry, Great Western Highway, Minchinbury. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) Newcastle: 176 Anderson Drive, Beresfield. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) North Ryde: 199 Delhi Rd, North Ryde. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) Ryhope: 405 Cessock Road, Ryhope. (Sunday, May 14th at 10am) Wollongong: 257 Princes Hwy, Bulli. (Saturday, May 13th at 10am) Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

I dragged the hubster in for a chat about disposing your digital remains and how technology is changing how we grieve and honour those lost. Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14 Reading links below: https://techcrunch.com/2022/06/22/alexa-will-soon-be-able-to-read-stories-as-your-dead-grandma/?fbclid=IwAR0Wrxbf5UtFemkCGlD1FbADzOV35TbiecvRrPgnRBGT5RMfVGYkXUSQtQU https://www.degroots.com.au/what-happens-to-your-social-media-accounts-when-you-die/?fbclid=IwAR3H4vZnxGvgAtHIYl4DlP4j8jVA7Q5VDvi5JsiprUXCL-t74tx5fTv0JcY#:~:text=Once%20the%20user%20passes%20away,see%20his%20or%20her%20messages https://www.searchenginejournal.com/ai-allows-you-to-talk-with-virtual-versions-of-deceased-loved-ones/468761/?fbclid=IwAR2iyPEcD5DlLr2yLpQROZa2IzJJqhbY2UYQEdQO7c6-KBk4Mlt91GF4abM https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhackl/2020/11/30/the-future-of-death-tech/?sh=19710e1c65ba&fbclid=IwAR3A9eh0OzoS2bf7mgBPTUoh9fr6igusywFpMovJHBWLFa_mw2i81_W8YAg https://www.zdnet.com/article/amazon-demos-alexa-reading-a-bedtime-story-in-the-voice-of-a-boys-deceased-grandma/?fbclid=IwAR2F5xntsetNV5BCqz7KJsGaNZPuatiy7JzZ0E3HjK2JaKrIaJaF20xPV2Q https://medium.com/swlh/how-to-plan-for-your-digital-afterlife-9ed58288ef7b?fbclid=IwAR2kcI5120598vfjSRwuwbUxk35OjRVwUaGg-yViSIaSrj0QEeegW-x9_UE https://futurism.com/ai-dead-woman-talk-people-funeral?fbclid=IwAR3iNIyq9ZTJc2evE9jKLWz62696Pkz8WxAbvawahhlKb5WHigLYjpNIXTg https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/four-things-you-might-not-know-about-your-digital-afterlife/?fbclid=IwAR1DMGSowpgZFLXJ4WH65p8-UpxX7lOoMUcM10hGxAjpzVd5GZSsi1Bu7og https://www.designboom.com/competition/design-for-death/

Wanna hear how easy it is to open up a 14 year old grief wound? Well tune into the first episode for 2023! Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Today we dig down 6 feet and give you all the dirt about some of the most historical cemeteries in Sydney!  https://www.visitsydneyaustralia.com.au/cemeteries.html Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14

Today I chat to co-founder of the amazing organisation Feel the Magic, who run Magic camps for children who have lost a parent or a sibling. Check them out below this is a cracker episode. https://www.facebook.com/FeelTheMagic https://feelthemagic.org.au/ Best to listen away from little ears and anyone sensitive to this subject. If my podcast raises any feelings for you please talk to someone; Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 Beyondblue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 13 11 14 / Text Helpline (6pm - 12am) 0477 13 11 14