Exactly three weeks after the tragic incident that claimed Stirling's life, we find the Huxley family grappling with the profound aftermath. Emily and Carter have recently been released from the hospital, physically and emotionally scarred, and their mother Stella is navigating the challenging terrain of single parenthood. As Stella tries to resume her work and care for her children, she finds herself experiencing unexpected feelings of fulfillment in their dependence on her, while simultaneously questioning the morality of finding solace in her husband's absence. Meanwhile, Emily struggles with her physical limitations, desperately yearning for her former normalcy and lashing out in frustration. Carter, battling the lingering effects of his injuries, grapples with memory loss and the overwhelming question of their family's purpose in the wake of such devastating loss. Throughout their individual and collective struggles, the spectral presence of Sterling observes his family, a silent guardian filled with love and a sense of helplessness. He witnesses Emily's arduous attempts to regain independence, Carter's confusion and pain, and Stella's complex emotional journey as she tries to support their broken family. This episode delves into the raw and painful realities of grief, disability, and the struggle to redefine normalcy in the face of immense loss, all while hinting at a mysterious shift in Stirling's spectral existence. Join the intimate and heartbreaking moments of a family forever changed by tragedy, featuring original music by Lizzie Zink and narrated by Noah Martin. This fascinating season is proudly brought to you by the incredible voice talents of: Noah Martin as your Host Sterling C. Beard as Stirling Huxley Sam Meyers as Stella Huxley Mari McMeans as Carter Huxley Emilie Brewer as Emily Huxley with Mickey Jo and Mystic Waters providing additional voices. Featuring original music by Lizzie Zink. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/track/73akgHOOUjwM6Dsf2vnrkT?si=c8a884e0b9054c6d. Support us by donating to keep audio dramas alive. All proceeds go to running the radio theatre: such as paying our bills, actors, and artists to continue creating art. One-time donation of whatever you'd like to give: https://ko-fi.com/retrospectionradiopodcast# Monthly subscription continuously supporting us: https://www.patreon.com/c/retrospectionradio Connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retrospectionmultimedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retrospectionmultimedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@retrospectionmultimedia9021