Love and Miracles: Ruth and Rollie Vander Lee's COVID-19 Journey
Episode Overview
Ruth and Raleigh's harrowing COVID-19 journey filled with love and tragedy Reflections on faith, community support, and laughter in the face of adversity The importance of humor, resilience, and hope during life's toughest challenges Personal insights on survival guilt, blessings, and the power of faith Embracing love, strength, and unwavering hope in the midst of chaos
My hair began to get your hair back. Get my hair back. It's the, it's the, again, the blessings, the just the simple, beautiful blessings that amongst all of the awry, the things that are going on around us, if we can simply stop and just take a deep breath and look at what's going on.
What happens when a couple faces a life-threatening illness together? Ruth and Rollie Vander Lee from Rock Rapids, Iowa, have a story that will tug at your heartstrings. This episode of 'Fortitude' takes you through their harrowing journey with COVID-19, where love, loss, and divine moments intertwine. Rollie lost his father to the virus, and Ruth fought for her life, making their tale both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
Their 42-year marriage becomes a beacon of hope and resilience as they reflect on their life together, their faith, and the community that supported them. This episode isn’t just about surviving a pandemic; it’s about the unbreakable bonds of family and the power of prayer. Ruth and Rollie also share lighter moments, like their love for gardening and spending time with their six grandkids.
This heartfelt conversation will leave you with a renewed sense of hope and the belief that love truly can conquer all.