KAILEE MILLS FOUNDATION: Advocacy Rising from Tragedy, Seatbelt Awareness

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  • Опубликовано: 24 янв 2024
  • Buckle Up for Life: The Kailee Mills Foundation Story
    Welcome to another impactful episode of the Team Never Quit Podcast. In today’s episode, we shine a spotlight on the crucial importance of seatbelt safety, exploring the heart-wrenching story of David Mills and his family. Their tragedy led to the creation of the Kailee Mills Foundation, a beacon of hope and advocacy for seatbelt awareness.
    The Mills family’s tragic journey begins with the heartbreaking story of losing their beloved 16-year-old daughter in a car accident. This devastating event became the catalyst for change in their lives and ignited a passion for preventing similar tragedies, in memory of their daughter. Through educational programs, events, and collaborations, the foundation continues to make strides in promoting seatbelt safety and saving lives.
    We discuss tangible ways our listeners can contribute to the Kailee Mills Foundation’s mission and promote seatbelt safety within their own communities.
    Join us as we honor the memory of Kailee Mills and support the Kailee Mills Foundation in their tireless efforts to make our roads safer.
    Every buckle can make a difference.
    Check out the foundation here:
    - www.kaileemillsfoundation.org/
    Sponsors:
    - Navyfederal.org
    - Policygenius.com
    In this episode you will hear:
    • The whole Team Never Quit mindset started for me when we lost our daughter. Our 16 year old. It was at that point that I realized how short life is. (14:31)
    • A lot of my friends that were way less smart than me, weren’t as hard of workers as me, were doing way bigger things. I was like why can’t that be me? That’s when I why decided to grow my company and things really took off. At the same time, we were building a foundation in our daughter’s name. (14:48)
    • Even from a young age she [Kailee] could talk to anybody. She was like an adult, she would go into a room and make her presence felt. She was outgoing, bubbly, a light in a dark room. She had a large personality, a big smile, a loud laugh, and was larger than life. (19:26)
    • She also didn’t mind being the butt of a joke. (21:40)
    • It’s a parent’s worst fear - losing a child. (28:17)
    • Your odds [of survival in a crash] go up exponentially if you have your seatbelt on. (33:34)
    • I’ve never been comfortable with public speaking but I just felt like these kids [gathered at the crash site days later] needed to hear a message of how important it is to be safe in the car. (34:51)
    • I told ‘em you’ve gotta be selfish when it comes to your safety. (35:36)
    • Who do you buckle for at home that loves you that’s counting on you to make it home safe? (41:45)
    • I’ve done way worse, and got away with it. (63:14)
    • I’m shaving getting ready for the memorial service and I’m thinking to myself of all those stupid choices I’ve made and got away with, and I thought it’s not fair. I’m a Christian. What is the foundation of my faith? It’s the Lord’s Prayer - Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. (63:28)
    • I called him [the driver’s father] and said I want you to know that I forgive your son. I want him to know that If he wants to come pay his respects, say his goodbye’s We’re gonna welcome him with open arms. We’re gonna love on him. We’re gonna tell him it’s gonna be okay. We forgive him. (64:17)
    • If there’s somebody in your life that you’re holding hatred or a grudge on, just consider forgiving that person. (64:45)
    • Raising awareness is about creating conversations and reminding people what’s important. (72:12)-
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Комментарии • 8

  • @nancyp7625
    @nancyp7625 5 месяцев назад +1

    Such a tragic, yet truly moving podcast. God bless.

  • @jamietexaschick1174
    @jamietexaschick1174 3 месяца назад

    My son died in a very similar way at 15 in 2008. I’m so very sorry, but thankful y’all are raising awareness. You never know how strong you are until you had no choice. Our daughter struggled & we did letting her have independence. God Bless🙏🏼💙

  • @mistarmer
    @mistarmer 5 месяцев назад

    Great podcast. Can you please try to get Adam Browns widow, Kelly on. Their story is amazing and Marcus and Adam were both BUDs Class 226 until they had to be medically rolled.

  • @bigjohn9132
    @bigjohn9132 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great interview Marcus, Mel, and Hunter. Had tears in my eyes for the whole 2nd half. My heart goes out to the family. I have 4 kids, couldn’t imagine losing one of them. RIP girl….

  • @tannermikal2
    @tannermikal2 5 месяцев назад

    Sucks it takes a tragic event to wake up our brains to be diligent & remember how precious this one life is. Listened to another YT video last night and guy got hit with his 6 yr old son head on while driving a little ford ranger. Had seatbelts on but 16 yr old in a Yukon strung out on crystal & mary Jane passed out and hit ‘em
    Head on and killed his 6 yr old boy who wanted to sit behind his seat that day and be able to touch his shoulders. Dude was in a coma for 2 weeks and woke up to searching internet &
    Saw the news story of the crash and that a kid had died… he had no idea yet. So heartbreaking. Love the work you all are doing tho and it should leave a strong legacy for the kids taken too soon. All love ☮️

  • @craiganderson5602
    @craiganderson5602 5 месяцев назад

    I couldn't imagine a loss of my kid. Pennsylvania you have to wear a if you get pulled over without one you get a ticket. But the last three accidents I've been in if I would have had a seatbelt on I wouldn't have made it out of any of them. At minimum for me it would have broke my neck at least on every one.

  • @user-lh3ql7gu1e
    @user-lh3ql7gu1e 5 месяцев назад +1

    Yes the cross is heavy.

  • @matthewmarston5149
    @matthewmarston5149 5 месяцев назад +1

    Are we allowed to Smoke Out on Podcasts 😊