The Story Behind *The Unexpected Detour ❤️*

Hi, I’m Frances—writer, survivor, encourager, and the voice behind *The Unexpected Detour ❤️*.

This platform didn’t start as a podcast. It began as a blog—a simple space where I could write through my own healing. Life had taken me down a road I didn’t expect, and like many of us, I was just trying to find my way. Writing gave me clarity. It helped me reflect, process, and reconnect with the strength God placed in me—even when I felt broken.

But as I shared my story, something incredible happened: people began sharing theirs too.

That’s when I realized this wasn’t just about me. It was about all of us. So *The Unexpected Detour ❤️* evolved into a podcast—one rooted in truth, transparency, and transformation.

Each episode is a conversation about life’s detours—those unexpected shifts that shake us, shape us, and ultimately lead us closer to purpose.

We talk about:

• Breast cancer and survivorship

• Grief, healing, and forgiveness

• Recovery from addiction

• Faith, family, and caregiving

• Starting over—again and again

**Where We're Headed**

In the next five years, I hope to grow *The Unexpected Detour ❤️* into a full movement—hosting live events, workshops, retreats, and more real conversations that inspire healing and hope. I want to build a community where stories are shared, voices are lifted, and people walk away feeling seen and empowered.

Thank you for being here. No matter what road you're on, I pray this space brings light, encouragement, and love.

—Frances

*The Unexpected Detour ❤️*

Heart-shaped sign with a yellow and purple winding path leading to a red heart in the top right corner, and text below that reads 'The Unexpected Detour'.