In this episode, we take a step back and reflect on a quiet, but busy week. We don't much of an update in kind of a no news is good news fashion, as everything appears to be going well. We share highlights from our Easter weekend, including a meaningful trip back to Slippery Rock, where we had the chance to revisit our alma mater and spend some intentional time together.

From there, the conversation turns more vulnerable. We open up about how a simple, well-meaning phrase: “it’ll get easier” can carry unexpected weight. What starts as a common reassurance about parenting young kids leads us into a deeper, more emotional discussion about fear, uncertainty, and how hard it can be not to project into the future. We talk honestly about what it means to stay present while navigating the unknown, and how easy it is to realize the things we once took for granted.

We close the episode by looking ahead to the upcoming Living Beyond Breast Cancer conference. We share what drew us to attend, highlight a few sessions we’re especially interested in, and talk about what we hope to gain from being in a space with others who truly understand life with metastatic breast cancer.

This episode is a mix of reflection, vulnerability, and cautious hope — and a reminder of just how much can exist in the in-between moments.

This week’s episode comes with a bit of a “podcaster initiation” story — after losing last week’s recording to some truly questionable audio, we’re back for round two and hoping this one sticks.

We kick things off with a much more encouraging update from Kaela. Her latest test results are showing real progress, and she’s not experiencing any side effects that would interfere with staying on her current treatment — something we’re incredibly grateful for.

From there, we get into the emotional side of the in-between moments. Even the “routine” or “minor” tests can carry a lot of weight, and we talk honestly about the stress of waiting for results and what it takes to keep moving forward through that uncertainty.

We also open up about something more personal — learning to trust a body that has given you reasons not to, and how complicated that relationship can become throughout this journey.

Another important conversation we dive into is how to talk about stage IV breast cancer with others—especially when so many people’s understanding is shaped by earlier stages. Navigating those conversations isn’t always easy, and we share what that’s been like for us.

And to close things out on a high note, we’re celebrating a milestone: Episode 10. Double digits feels like a big deal, and we’re so grateful you’re here with us.

This week, we’re talking about something that’s been growing in Kaela’s heart—advocacy. As she navigates life with stage IV breast cancer, she shares why using her voice has become so important, what being an advocate truly means to her, and how she hopes to make a difference for others walking a similar path. We don’t have it all figured out, but this episode is an honest look at the beginning of that journey.

If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to share it. Advocacy starts with awareness, and every share helps bring more attention to the realities of stage IV breast cancer. But beyond that, this space is for anyone navigating breast cancer, other cancers, or any life-changing health diagnosis - you’re not alone in this, and your story matters. And if this is a journey you’re on too, your voice matters.