Real Housewives Star and podcast host Teddi Mellencamp recently announced that she is battling stage 4 cancer. This diagnosis, however, hasn’t stopped her from finding the humor in her situation and trying to stay positive. She recently shared a humorous anecdote about her ongoing cancer journey, shedding light on her dark yet light-hearted conversation with her father, rock legend John Mellencamp.
Teddi Mellencamp and Her Family Mausoleum Plans
Teddi, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast member, revealed the lighthearted exchange she had with her father. In a recent episode of her podcast, Two T’s In A Pod, she recounted how her phone rang persistently, with her father on the other end inquiring about her future resting place. It seems that finding the humor in a dark situation is a family trait.
Planning Ahead
Teddi explained how the phone rang 11 times before she finally picked up, her father on the other end of the line. She recounted how her father, John, somewhat humorously brought up the discussion of her burial arrangements. He said that he wanted to make sure that she would be placed in the family mausoleum.
“He goes, ‘I just want to make sure you’re going to be in our group family mausoleum,’ “ Teddi recalled. She said her first question was as to whether there would be space for her three children, as well. “He’s like, ‘Well, there’s going to be the top five and then we’re gonna have little areas around it, and then that’s where everyone’s going to get buried,’ “
Embracing Humor
Amid the seriousness of her cancer diagnosis and treatment, Teddi embraced the humor in her father’s unconventional concern. He said that she was in the processes of writing her will, and he thought she might as well make sure she included that in the plan. She jokingly discussed engraved epitaph ideas, stating that perhaps her tombstone could read hot girls never die. She laughed along with her cohost Tamra Judge, bringing a light-hearted perspective to a somber topic.
Journey with Cancer
Teddi Mellencamp has been candid about her health battle, confirming her cancer diagnosis as stage 4. What started out as melanoma has now turned into various tumors on both her brain and in her lungs. Despite the setbacks and challenges, she has maintained a positive attitude and continues to share her journey with her followers.
Message of Resilience
Teddi’s openness about her cancer journey and her ability to find humor even in difficult moments serves as a powerful reminder of resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Her lighthearted approach to such an incredibly sad circumstance is inspiring, if not incredible, for many people. This is especially true for those who are themselves battling cancer or supporting a loved one through the process. Teddi’s lighthearted banter with her father about her funeral arrangements highlights the importance of finding moments of laughter and joy even during challenging times.
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