2. Choosing Happiness - Jen Drummonds son, Rafferty's devastating severe traumatic brain injury

Jen Drummond's son, Rafferty, was just two years old when tragedy struck. While the family was out walking their dogs, Rafferty was riding his balance bike when he was tragically hit by a car. The accident left him with a severe traumatic brain injury that changed their lives forever.

In this powerful conversation with host Lisa McKelvey, Jen shares their family's journey since that devastating day. She recounts the immediate aftermath of the accident, the critical hours and days in the hospital, and the gradual realization of how their lives would be permanently altered.

What makes Jen's story particularly inspiring is the conscious choice she and her husband Dylan have made to focus on happiness and gratitude despite their circumstances. Jen explains how they've worked to create a fulfilling life for Rafferty and their family, celebrating his abilities rather than dwelling on limitations.

Jen discusses the practical realities of caring for a child with a traumatic brain injury – the therapy appointments, equipment needs, and home modifications. She also opens up about the emotional challenges, including grief for the future they had imagined and learning to find joy in a different path than expected.

The episode title "Choosing Happiness" reflects the Drummond family's philosophy that while they cannot control what happened to Rafferty, they can control how they respond to it. Jen's story is a powerful reminder that even in the most difficult circumstances, we have the capacity to choose our outlook and find meaning in the life we have.