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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 35 MIN

Survivor, Artist, Mother: Heather’s Story of Fire and Resilience

from Cancer, Smiles, and Sarcasm · host dqht2palisade

Heather shares her journey from a devastating car fire at 16 that left her badly burned and cost the life of her boyfriend. Yet, she persevered with an amazing outlook on life and others while she engaged in grief work and recovery. Her outlook on how others perceive her will amaze and inspire you through your cancer journey. Now a potter, mother, and survivor, she discusses creativity, near‑death experiences, heat sensitivity and disability, and her path toward writing a memoir about resilience and living fully. 

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