Episode 131: Judson’s Mom

When I started the Always Andy’s Mom podcast, the story was picked up by local TV stations. I remember one particular interview on my family room sofa. I was brought to tears several times, but managed to relay to her my goal of trying to bring a bit of hope and...

Always a Hawkeye

The third week of April in 2004  was a big one at The University of Iowa Hospital. A brand new Labor and Delivery unit was opening. I remember finding out that Andy’s due date was April 21st and hoping that we would make it to that date so we could use the brand...

Episode 129: Hudson’s Mom

Sometimes when you meet someone, you just click and a friendship forms immediately. I had that sudden feeling of friendship from the first email that I received from today’s guest, Amanda. I don’t want to give away too many details because I want you all...

Episode 128: Krissy’s Mom

Shortly after recording today’s episode, I received an email from today’s guest, Shirlene. I want to share part of that email with all of you – ‘I was giving blood today and my “Krissy” tattoo was in full view … the phlebotomist asked me about...

Episode 127: Grieving as a Couple

I have a distinct memory of a promise made on the night that Andy died when our broken, little family stayed together in Peter’s hospital room. Eric and I could not sleep so we went out in a little area that overlooked the city of Grand Rapids. Eric said these...