In today's episode of Widowed AF, Rosie welcomes Rebecca Vogel-Pitts from Colorado. Rebecca is not only a widow but also a member of the former Hot Young Widows Club, a group that provided vital support to Rosie during her grieving process.

Rebecca shares the heartbreaking story of her husband Kevin's death in a skiing accident in 2016. Kevin, died during a family skiing trip to Breckenridge. Rebecca candidly recounts the traumatic experience of learning about his death over the phone, the confusion and frustration surrounding the incident, and the subsequent emotional turmoil.

Despite the tragedy, Rebecca reflects on the resilience of her family, particularly her children, who have navigated their grief in their unique ways. She also discusses the unexpected connections and support systems that emerged, including her eventual relationship with her partner, Scott, who she met through a serendipitous connection to her late husband's former colleagues.

Rebecca's story is a powerful testament to the complexities of grief, the importance of support networks, and the possibility of finding love and joy after profound loss. Her journey from devastation to finding a new sense of normalcy offers hope and solace to listeners, especially those in the early stages of widowhood.

This episode is a reminder that even in the darkest times, there can be moments of connection, growth, and new beginnings.

Tune in to hear Rebecca's account of her journey and the wisdom she's gained along the way.

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In this episode of Widowed AF, host Rosie Gill-Moss speaks to Jess Walton, a young widow from Swanley, North Kent.

Jess shares the story of her late husband, Matthew, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 28. Despite initial dismissals by doctors, further tests confirmed the rare and aggressive cancer.

Jess walks us through their journey, detailing the challenges of chemotherapy, a mastectomy, and radiotherapy, and how they managed these treatments while maintaining their daily lives.

She shares their decision to marry in October 2018 and their honeymoon in Canada, as they tried to reclaim a sense of normalcy.

The conversation shifts to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their lives, highlighting how the lockdown complicated Matthew's health care and the eventual return and spread of his cancer. Jess provides practical insights into managing serious illness and young widowhood during such unprecedented times.

Jess is now preparing her own significant challenge: a five-day trek in the Brecon Beacons for the charity CoppaFeel!, aimed at raising awareness about male breast cancer. This trek is not only a tribute to Matthew but also a testament to Jess's strength and determination to honour his memory.

For those interested in supporting Jess and she has setup a fundraising page here

https://www.justgiving.com/page/jess-walton

Tune in now to Widowed AF to hear Jess Walton's story.

Trigger Warnings:

1. Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment.
2. Death and Bereavement.
3. COVID-19 Pandemic.
4. Grief and Loss.
5. Secondary Loss.

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In this new episode of Widowed AF, host Rosie Gill-Moss welcomes Kirsty Cluff, who joins her for a chat from Scotland.

Kirsty shares her emotional journey, detailing her life with her late husband Pete, a dedicated soldier who unexpectedly passed away from an undiagnosed heart condition just weeks shy of his 22nd year in service.

The episode delves into the complexities of military life, the challenges of sudden widowhood, and the grief process.

Kirsty discusses the enormous impact of her husband's death on her family's future and the struggles of raising their two young daughters in the aftermath.

Key topics: Military family, sudden death , bereaved children, finding love again.

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In this episode of Widowed AF, host Rosie Gill-Moss is joined by Stacey Heale, author of Now is Not the Time for Flowers, and widowed mum of two.

Stacey shares the horror of losing her husband Greg to Bowel Cancer at a young age, navigating grief while raising their two young daughters.

Rosie and Stacey hit it off immediately bonding over their shared experiences as grieving mothers, the loneliness and isolation they experienced and the loss of their identity in widowhood.

The pair discuss the transformative power of love and acceptance, while acknowledging the ever-present anxiety and brokenness that remains.

With humour, vulnerability and wisdom, Rosie and Stacey normalise the messy reality of grief. They remind listeners that happiness and sorrow can coexist, and it's possible to rebuild a life of purpose after death.

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Join us for the first episode of Season 2 of Widowed AF, where your host Rosie Gill-Moss, alongside co-host Jonathan Gill-Moss, return for more stories from the coal face of widowhood . This episode reintroduces the ethos of the podcast and shares a recap for new listeners.

You can expect to hear frank conversations that provide insight and understanding of grief, the process of healing, and the challenges of finding yourself again after the loss of your person.

Tune in to hear stories that resonate with anyone who has experienced loss or wants to better support others through such times. Whether you're new to the community or have been with us since the beginning, Widowed AF is here to offer a a friendly (and dark humoured ) place for sharing, healing, and understanding.

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⭐️ Episode 100!!!! ⭐️

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In this episode of Widowed AF, Rosie talks with Debbie Weiss, a widow who lost her husband George to male breast cancer in 2013 after nearly 40 years together. Debbie opens up about the extreme isolation she felt after George's death, as they had no children and little family support. She shares how George shut her out of his medical care as he struggled to accept his terminal diagnosis

However, Debbie made the courageous choice to rebuild her life step-by-step. After a time she tentatively dipped into the often funny but challenging world of online dating as an older widow, an experience she hilariously recounts in her book "Available As Is: A Midlife Widow's Search for Love." Debbie persevered through many disappointing dates until finally meeting her current partner of five years.

She emphasises that despite the devastation of losing a spouse, there is hope if you choose to move forward. Debbie found new joy by joining social groups, getting a graduate degree, and ultimately buying her dream home by the water. Her inspiring story shows that with courage and perseverance, widows can rediscover hope, happiness and even love again.

For more information about Debbie' s Book can be found at https://debbieweissauthor.com/

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