A Mother’s Unimaginable Loss & The Crosswalk That Changed Everything

Some moments divide life into before and after. This week, we’re sharing two stories about the kind of loss that forever changes the people left behind.

First, a mother honors the memory of her four-year-old daughter, Remy, who passed away after a courageous battle with DIPG, an aggressive childhood brain cancer. She opens up about the impossible reality of waking up each day without her little girl while continuing to move forward for her other children.

Then, an anonymous submitter shares how an ordinary walk across a crosswalk turned into a life-altering accident when she was struck by a distracted driver. More than a year later, she’s still living with chronic pain, physical therapy, and the emotional weight of having her future unexpectedly put on hold.

As always, we read these stories with compassion, sprinkle in our own conversations, and remind each other that even in life’s darkest moments, there’s always room for a little sweetness.

Today’s Candy Salad Bowl:

🍬 Sweet Tarts – A mother’s grief after losing her daughter to DIPG.

🐟 Swedish Fish – A survivor’s story of recovery after being hit by a distracted driver.

If today’s stories resonate with you, we’d love to hear from you. Visit TraumaCandySalad.com to submit your own story or apply to be a guest on the show. Be sure to follow @TraumaCandySaladPod on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook so you never miss an episode.

Trigger Warnings:

• Child loss

• Pediatric cancer (DIPG)

• Grief and bereavement

• Serious accident and trauma

• Physical injuries

• Chronic pain

• Medical discussion

If you or someone you love is navigating grief or recovering from a traumatic event, resources can be found on our website and in the show notes.