<p>In this episode, it’s just me.</p><p>I recorded this on Christmas Eve to mark the end of season three and to say thank you. There’s no script and no guest. Just a chance to talk honestly about the year that’s been.</p><p>I reflect on winning Gold at the podcast awards and why it still feels surreal. I talk about my marriage ending, going back to solo parenting, and supporting my neurodivergent daughter through school burnout and anxiety. I share how close I came to burning out myself, and what it’s really like trying to hold everything together as the only parent.</p><p>I also talk about the Soul Sisters retreat I hosted at my home and how unexpectedly joyful and healing it was. There’s an update on the book, losing a publisher, starting again, and why launching it on the anniversary of Ben’s death feels right.</p><p>There’s some laughter, some honesty, and a bit about Christmas and the pressure we put on ourselves to get it right.</p><p>If you’ve listened this season, shared an episode, or sent a message, thank you. This podcast exists because of you.</p><p>Season four starts in January.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>#widowedparent #neurodivergentkids #griefcommunity #healingafterloss #homeschoolinglife #selfpublishingjourney #christmasgrief #podcastawardwinner #griefandresilience #widowedaf</p>