Episode 61 | “Life sucks for you or for her? Make a choice. MAKE it good. Give her a good life.” (Tricia Benton)

Together, We Shall

Together, We Shall
Episode 61 | “Life sucks for you or for her? Make a choice. MAKE it good. Give her a good life.” (Tricia Benton)
Jan 21, 2026
Ainsley's Angels

What begins as lighthearted chatter quickly shifts into a powerful, deeply personal conversation about a mom’s journey as a mother, advocate, athlete, and leader. This powerful episode with Tricia Benton — leader, advocate, and 2023 Ainsley’s Angels Joe Orth Award recipient — navigating two premature births to raising her “triple‑threat” daughter Bailey and building a thriving Ainsley’s Angels community in Southern California, Tricia shares a raw, inspiring journey of resilience, family, and choosing joy even in the hardest moments.  Tricia’s story is a reminder that advocacy often begins and leadership expands during our lived experiences. 

⭐ The Moment Everything Changed

Time Hack 9:45-10:30— “It sucks.”  “What sucks?” 
“This life.”  “Sucks for you or for her? Then make a choice. Make it good. Give her a good life.” — Tricia’s father
“Something on that day just clicked, and that’s when I became an advocate for my kid.” — Tricia

Marine Corps Marathon info https://ainsleysangels.org/runwiththemarines/

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