Episode 653: How Did the Living Celebration of Life Go? (with Katy's sisters)

Back in September, Katy sat down with her sisters (now frequent guests on the show!) to discuss what Dana had planned for her Celebration of Life ceremony, namely, she wanted to be there. If you missed that episode find it here.

That event took place a few weeks ago, and Katy and her sisters Dana and Sara join us to talk about what it was life to live through and participate in this momentous event—and how it has changed them forever.

***If you are moved to help with the staggering medical costs of Dana's stage 4 agressive brain cancer—her specialist is outside her insurance network—as well of the costs of temporarily relocating to San Francisco for her treatments, please consider donating to her GoFundMe. Anything you can contribute will be extremely helpful. Thank you.***

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