Building Arensberg is the story of how Thomas and Catherine Arensberg have remodeled their homes while raising a family and starting a business.Thomas and Catherine share stories and insight into the construction projects they've tackled. How do I decide what to do first? What do I spend my money on? Should I hire someone or learn to do it myself? Catherine has the vision and Thomas makes it happen (usually).While working on these DIY projects, Thomas and Catherine are also raising 4 childre ...
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We had a great family trip. Now we need a vacation! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We missed last week because of our busy schedules. But were back and ready for Hawaii! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Busy week last week. We took a class on how to properly use our espresso machine then went to a Better Than Ezra concert. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Just like clothing brands so vanity sizing, schools are doing vanity grading. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Yes, we go down this rabbit hole again... Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Why is raising kids so hard... especially teenagers? Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Episode 180: Mary Poppins and the Moon Landing
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We watched "Saving Mr Banks" for our family movie night and have been listening to a guest on the Joe Rogan podcast who is the leading moon landing denier. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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When is it better to pay someone else to do it, versus doing it yourself? As DIYers, this is a tough one for us. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Catherine is catching some heat for shopping at a big box store instead of shopping local. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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To go fast, go alone. To go far, go together. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Catherine did it! She purchased a building to be her new office! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Thomas was racially profiled this week.... as Asian... which he is not. As usual, we take it all in stride and have a good time with it. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We booked our Hawaii trip! But also, who remembers the California Raisins? They sure sound like Marvin Gaye. Oh wait... Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Short episode today. Catherine has a presentation to give at Festival of Flowers and Thomas has a basketball tournament to get to. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Barry Sanders is today's topic after watching the Amazon Prime documentary about him. He is one of the few players in any sport that quit while he was in his prime. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We hosted a group of young adults that serve as retreat leaders. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Episode 170: Didn't We Go to High School Together
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"Yes we did. I just haven't seen you in 20 years so I have no idea what you'd look like" - Thomas "Of course, I recognized the back of your head from across the room" - Catherine Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!…
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It's Super Bowl Sunday so we podcasted a little early. Here's what we got planned for the day.. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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It's been a hard weekend and we're a little grumpy. Enjoy! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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Life seemed so much more simple growing up. Maybe it was just because we were kids. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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One of our children asked us if we have an regrets. Here is our answer. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Today we start the episode with the list of Catherine's favorite things. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Some things never change, and that especially true for us. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Sorry we missed last week. This week, we talk Taylor Swift and goals. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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Catherine's newest addition to her business is her new mobile office/camper! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Not everyone is built the same. It effects everything from the way your clothes fit to the way you workout. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Turns out we are both really bad at trivia, Catherine shares a story that leads us down several rabbit holes. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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Episode 159: After Thanksgiving Recap
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Had a busy week of mishaps but still have a lot to be thankful for. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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You read that right. We ran into a major issue with the shower so we are temporarily holding off on that project. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Episode 157: Stay Stressed So Don't Have to Get Stressed
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Catherine's new motto. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Episode 156 - Fall Back to Being Tired
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Although we gained an hour, we are all feeling more tired! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!
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What a day it was. So many unexpected events on our impromptu visit to New Orleans Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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This past weekend was Homecoming for our high schoolers... and we are feeling it. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Probably just part 1 of this renovation. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We were able to get outside this weekend and reclaim our yard this weekend. Now we look forward to other projects. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Too many people have more confidence than ability. We discuss that along with a few other things Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We have a few things that drive us a little crazy. Today we discuss a few. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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I don't even know where to start with this one. We are all over the place. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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How well do you adapt to the constantly changing world. At home, in business, with technology, and everywhere in between, the world is ever-changing. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We've been spending our last few movie nights showing the kids movies from the 90s. Turns out some of them were the TV versions that we remember and the uncensored versions were a little more intense than we thought. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!…
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We need more clocks in our lives. Just don't try to find one at Home Goods. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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I don't think we have mentioned before that one of our kids was diagnosed with Dyslexia this summer. Thomas' sister sent us a book about it and we discuss it here. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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The big news story that hits close to home is the fire in Lahaina, Hawaii. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Catherine is helping one of our kids read this for his summer reading book. It brings up a couple really interesting talking points. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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This weekend we took a trip to Baton Rouge's old and new state capital. We also examine this awesome tagline, "Nebraska: Honestly, it's not for everyone" Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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We are ready for the kids to get back to school. We also talk about a couple true crime stories and our weekend on the delta. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Thomas is leaving the field of education to enter the business world! Look out! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Our IG reels sent us down a few rabbit holes this episode but it all come back to this one theme: Ignorance is Bliss! Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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Are you a "GSD" kinda person, or a planner, or a delegator, or none of the above? We put ourselves into a category in this episode. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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In the Arensberg household, we have a very loose definition of what makes a vegetable. Contact Building Arensberg: buildingarensberg@gmail.com IG: @BuildingArensberg FB: Building Arensberg Thank you for listening!By Thomas Arensberg, Catherine Arensberg
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