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Episode 11
Megan shares some of the humor and moments of joy during their stay at Shepherds Center. She also reflects on the possibility of a silver lining from…
1 year ago
Episode 10 - My Illusion of Control
Episode 10
Megan shares more examples of Michael's memory deficits during therapy and reflects on the team-wide meeting where she learned more about what we mig…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 9 - Seeing the boys for the first time
Episode 9
Michael's boys got to visit him in Atlanta and it was the first time they saw him since his accident. It was both beautiful and hard. Bringing some o…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 8 - 30 Second Memory Loop
Episode 8
In this episode, Megan reflects on her initial observations of therapy, the overwhelming role of caregiving, and the profound love that emerges throu…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 7 - But I don't want to be in the wilderness
Episode 7
Megan shares about assessment day at the Shepherd Center and her struggle to process the loss of the man she knew. She shares about what the Lord tol…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 6 - The Flight to Atlanta
Episode 6
Megan shares the story of the medial flight down to Atlanta and the initial arrival at Shepherd Center. This was another point of transition for her …
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 5 - The Power of Presence in Times of Crisis
Episode 5
Megan and her best friend, Rebekah Butterfield, discuss their journey through trauma, grief, and the importance of friendship and community support d…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 4 - Initial Effects of Brain Damage
Episode 4
In Episode 4 Megan recalls how Michael's cognitive recovery was a significant challenge as Michael struggles to recognize loved ones.
The emotional to…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 3 - Trial of Extubation, Psalm 23
Episode 3
Michael spent 10 days in the cardiac ICU. He finally got the brain MRI where damage was seen in the thalamus. We didn't know the full extent of the b…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 2 - The Next 48 Hours in ICU
Episode 2
In this episode, Megan shares her journey following her husband's cardiac arrest and subsequent health challenges. She recounts the emotional turmoil…
1 year, 3 months ago