This episode: From NICU to New Beginnings: How Susie Taylor Turned Tragedy Into a Storytelling Mission That Heals and Empowers.   Here’s what you’ll learn about: Introduction and Initial Meeting (0:00) Host Drew Deraney thanks the person who introduced them to Susie Taylor, mentioning a networking event hosted by Suzanne Taylor King (STK). Drew explains the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances can derail it. He introduces three types of women: those with blind spots, those who blame external factors, and those who see adversity as an opportunity. Susie Taylor is introduced as the third type of woman who sees adversity as an opportunity for growth. Susie Taylor's Defining Moment (3:08) Susie Taylor shares her story of becoming a public relations professional and coordinating a statewide election campaign. Susie's water broke at 19 weeks, leading to the birth of her son Evan at 26 weeks gestation. Evan spent five months in the hospital, and Susie had to stay home to care for him. Susie and her husband decided she would stay home to care for Evan, who had a brain hemorrhage and hydrocephalus. Evan's Health Challenges and Susie's Adaptation (7:57) Evan suffered from hydrocephalus and had a shunt in his brain, requiring constant care. Susie describes the daily routines and medical appointments required to care for Evan. Evan had seizures, and Susie had to learn medical terms to communicate with doctors. Susie's son Philip was born 16 months after Evan and had ADHD, while their third son Derek had absence seizures. Philip and Derek's Lives (14:20) Philip became a dog musher in Utah, coordinating dog sled rides for tourists. Susie explains how Philip's ADHD helped him excel in dog sledding. Derek had absence seizures and was diagnosed with epilepsy, which affected his ability to join the Marines. Derek eventually grew out of his seizures and managed to get off his medication, but he still needs to be careful about his health. Evan's Passing and Susie's Reflection (21:05) Evan had severe pain due to a herniated fundoplication, leading to a surgery that he never recovered from. Evan developed sepsis and passed away on Susie and her husband's wedding anniversary. Susie reflects on the legacy Evan left behind and the impact...