Lost Both Parents To Cancer, Now Expert At Double Life Juggling

Lost Both Parents To Cancer, Now Expert At Double Life Juggling
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Christine’s mom was so healthy she practically gave wellness TikTok a run for its money—until a February call dropped the ultimate plot twist: 'So, Christine, I've got cancer.' What followed: a painful teleportation between San Diego and Dublin, multiple iced lattes sipped for style ('She would just sip the latte, slush it around her mouth, and spit it out'), and grief waves 'long-lasting with a killer crash' that no amount of Chill AF meditation podcasts or pricey moisturizers can fix. Spoiler: there’s no pretty bow on death, just a reminder to actually answer Mom’s calls.

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Source: Businessinsider | Published: 8/13/2025 | Author: Christine Purcell