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Lynn's reunion with her mother came after several years of separation. Though her mother had made commendable progress in recovering from her mental health challenges, their time together was cut short by a horrific accident. While on a trip to Arizona, a cement truck collided with their vehicle. In a heartbreaking twist of fate, Lynn's mother sacrificed her life to save her daughter, throwing Amber from the car moments before impact. Orphaned at just seven and a half years old, Lynn moved in with her father and his new wife. The trauma from these experiences left deep emotional scars, leading Lynn to develop a strong work ethic as a means of coping.