Life has a way of weaving joy and sorrow together in the same breath. While we walked through some of the hardest moments with Quinten’s cancer journey, God gave us a beautiful reminder that miracles still bloom even in the shadow of sadness.
As Quinten began palliative chemotherapy, treatments designed to slow the cancer’s growth and give us more precious time together, we received the most unexpected gift. On my birthday, our daughter Whitney and her husband Jared surprised us with the wonderful news: they were expecting a baby in August 2025!
What a joy to celebrate. Finally, some good news to hold onto. A baby shower to plan, memories to anticipate, and the promise of new life that brings so much hope.
Quinten was overjoyed at the thought of another little one in the family. He has always taken his role as “the cool uncle” to heart, whether that’s spoiling Lincoln, our 7-year-old grandson, or making sure every holiday feels special. Since moving to the farm, Quinten has insisted on fireworks for the Fourth of July and New Year’s. He never missed a birthday dinner, always here with a gift in hand. Even while fighting cancer, his heart was always fixed on bringing joy to others.
That’s what inspires me most. Quinten’s story is not just about struggle; it’s about love, generosity, and choosing to create joy even when life is hard. This new little life is yet another reminder that beauty can shine in unexpected places. It’s proof that even when sadness surrounds us, miracles are still unfolding.
Sometimes, the light we’re searching for comes right in the middle of the storm.
The Q life Grief Journey 
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