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196 | Myths and Cliches of Grief (Part Two) with Austin DeArmond 33:41

2h ago33:41

33:41

"They are in a better place." "Grief shows a lack of faith." "Once you're done grieving, things will go back to normal." If you've heard any of these unhelpful statements since the loss of your child, you're not alone. In our western culture, I believe we have a tendency to minimize grief ... to gloss over it with glib platitudes. Austin DeArmond j…

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Bonus 42 | Life Is Good? 4:46

3h ago4:46

4:46

Life isn't always good, but God is. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma brain cancer from February 2008 through February 2009. My desire is to process through the events of those tw…

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Bonus 41 | The Importance of Prior Preparation 4:25

2h ago4:25

4:25

I think, that as Christians, we sometimes assume that we should be immune from difficulties. Clearly that is not the case. So how do we keep our faith from falling apart like a cheap lawn chair when suffering or tragedy does come our way? Prior preparation can help. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podca…

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Bonus 40 | One Month 2:14

10h ago2:14

2:14

This date sixteen years ago marked one month since Hannah's brain surgery. Today I share an email I wrote that day to the many people who were praying for us ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah batt…

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Building a Strong Remote Culture with Chris Moe at Cartograph 23:25

15h ago23:25

23:25

In today's rapidly evolving work landscape, building a strong remote culture has become paramount for organizational success. In this enlightening podcast episode, we explore the intricacies of cultivating a cohesive and thriving remote work environment. Today's guest is Chris Moe, CEO of Cartograph. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1928 on the 202…

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Bonus 39 | What Ifs 3:56

1d ago3:56

3:56

People often commented on our "strength" during Hannah's illness and death, but this is a misunderstanding of God's grace. What appeared to be strength was actually human weakness bolstered by a total dependence upon God. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share …

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Bonus 38 | Compartments 3:24

2d ago3:24

3:24

I like for everything in my life to be in its place. And up until February of 2008, my tackle box was in perfect order. All the little pieces were exactly where I wanted them to be ... in nice, neat compartments where they belonged. And then Hannah's cancer diagnosis came along, turned my tackle box upside down, and shook everything out ... Thank y…

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Bonus 37 | The Miraculous 4:51

3d ago4:51

4:51

What if Hannah had been miraculously healed, like we so earnestly desired? Would her life have had the same far-reaching effects it has had? Would lives have been changed and people saved? Or would people have just gotten a warm and fuzzy feeling about God, which would soon be forgotten? Perhaps her healing would have been dismissed as a misdiagnos…

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Bonus 36 | It's All About the "We" 2:59

4d ago2:59

2:59

When a child is battling cancer (or any life-threaning illlness), it's all about the "we". Today's bonus episode explains what I mean by that ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma…

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Finding the Right People with Vince Heuser at Wholesale Door 24:54

4d ago24:54

24:54

Embarking on the journey of organizational growth often hinges on one critical factor: Finding the Right People. In this compelling podcast episode, we delve into the art and science of Finding the Right People to build a high-performing team. Today's guest is Vince Heuser, Owner of Wholesale Door Supply. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2459 on th…

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195 | Myths & Cliches of Grief (Part One) with Austin DeArmond 33:43

5d ago33:43

33:43

"Time heals all wounds." "God will never give you more than you can handle." "The lessening of pain indicates a lessening of love." Have you heard any of these unhelpful statments since you experienced the loss of a child? If so, you're not alone. In our western culture, we have a tendency to minimize grief, to gloss over it with glib platitudes. I…

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Bonus 35 | When It Doesn't Feel Like Springtime 4:12

5d ago4:12

4:12

The year that Hannah went to Heaven, our dogwood tree that had always bloomed so faithfully in the spring ... didn't. It was as if God allowed that tree to mourn with us that year. Thankfully, the blooms returned the following spring, reminding us of His faithfulness. Today's bonus episode describes those times when it doesn't feel like springtime …

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Bonus 34 | A Tale of Two Applications 5:46

6d ago5:46

5:46

When our daughter Hannah was first admitted to Arkansas Children's Hospital sixteen years ago, I was called down to the financial office and encouraged to fill out an application for TEFRA, a supplemental insurance program for children with significant medical needs or disabilities. I really didn't think we would need it (because in my mind Hannah …

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Bonus 33 | Temodar 3:45

7d ago3:45

3:45

Sixteen years ago this evening, our daughter Hannah took the first dose of the chemotherapy drug that we hoped would cure her cancer. The day before, we had been regaled once again with a litany of possible side effects of this treatment, but we agreed those would be worth it if the drug was effective. Imagine my dismay when I pulled up to the phar…

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The 6 Stages of Company Culture Maturity with Gene Hammett, Executive Coach 10:42

8d ago10:42

10:42

In this enlightening solo episode, we explore the fascinating journey of organizational culture development through "The 6 Stages of Company Culture Maturity." Delving deep into each stage, we dissect the evolution of culture within companies, from its infancy to its zenith. Through insightful discussions and real-world examples, listeners will gai…

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Bonus 32 | Starting Chemotherapy 2:50

9d ago2:50

2:50

Sixteen years ago on this date, we learned all about the plan for Hannah's chemotherapy treatments ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma brain cancer from February 2008 through Fe…

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Bonus 31 | A Cancer Prayer 3:23

10d ago3:23

3:23

We HATE cancer and the devastation it has wreaked not only on our family, but on so many others. There are some things about it, though, that we want to always keep. Today's bonus episode shares some of those things ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share ou…

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Bonus 30 | Stronger 2:31

11d ago2:31

2:31

Sixteen years ago on this date, Hannah posted this on her Facebook page: "I am a much stronger person." And she was, because she was trusting God to carry her through her cancer journey. In today's bonus episode, I share how that was not her typical nature: Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in thi…

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Bonus 29 | Worrying About Tomorrow 3:26

12d ago3:26

3:26

During the year of Hannah's cancer battle, I made a conscious decision (only by the grace of God) to strive to live by Matthew 6:34: "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Our time with Hannah was too precious to spend it worrying about what the next day held. I resolve…

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What PE firms want a Strong Management Team with Eitan Reshef at Blue Wheel 25:22

12d ago25:22

25:22

In this insightful podcast episode, we uncover the critical role of a strong management team in attracting private equity (PE) firms. Join us as we explore what PE firms look for when assessing potential investments and why a robust management team is often a key deciding factor. Today's guest is Eitan Reshef, CEO of Blue Wheel Media. Inc Magazine …

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194 | The Everlasting Arms with John and Anne Downs 34:21

13d ago34:21

34:21

Today's episode is a continuation of my conversation with John and Anne Downs. If you missed last week’s episode, you’ll want to go back and listen to hear John’s personal testimony of addiction, which ultimately led to the founding of Lighthouse Prison Ministry, followed by the story of their son, also named John, who went to Heaven six years ago …

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Bonus 28 | First Radiation Treatment 3:10

13d ago3:10

3:10

Sixteen years ago today, Hannah began her first round of radiation treatments. Those six weeks of daily trips to Little Rock remain some of my favorite memories from that year of cancer ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our …

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Bonus 27 | Back to School 2:32

14d ago2:32

2:32

Sixteen years ago on this date was a momentous day in Hannah's recovery from brain surgery, when she was able to return to school! Today's bonus episode describes that day ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daught…

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Bonus 26 | A Series of Tremors 3:41

15d ago3:41

3:41

Our experience with parenting a child through cancer was like enduring a series of tremors following a devastating earthquake ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma brain cancer fr…

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Bonus 25 | A Marathon 3:49

16d ago3:49

3:49

Sixteen years ago on this date, Hannah was fitted with her radiation mask ... something she would wear five days a week for six weeks as beams of radiation were aimed into brain in an effort to prevent her tumor from returning. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I …

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Bonus 24 | Hannah "Our Joy" 4:12

17d ago4:12

4:12

On Valentine's Day in 1991, Brad and I went out for dinner at a Chinese restaurant. My fortune cookie that evening read, "A happy event will soon take place in your home." The rest, as they say, is history ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s…

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Bonus 23 | Rose Colored Glasses 6:04

18d ago6:04

6:04

When a child or young person goes to Heaven "before their time", there's a natural tendency to view that person through rose colored glasses. Hannah was a remarkable young woman, but she wasn't perfect. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experi…

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Bonus 22 | Dreams for the Future 4:46

19d ago4:46

4:46

Hannah had big dreams for her future, including living a "long, happy, healthy and content life", getting married, becoming a teacher, and retiring close to her grandkids someday. But God, in His sovereignty, had another plan for her. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in w…

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Great Work Leads To More Work with Lillian Marsh at Tiny Wins 22:43

18d ago22:43

22:43

In this enlightening podcast episode, we explore the powerful concept of how great work leads to more work. Join us as we delve into the transformative impact of delivering exceptional results and its ripple effect on future opportunities. Today's guest is Lillian Mars, Chief Strategy Officer & Founder of Tiny Wins. Inc Magazine ranked her company …

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193 | "Safe" with John and Anne Downs 37:50

20d ago37:50

37:50

I’m excited today to introduce you to my friends, John and Ann Downs. The Downs are from the Houston area, where they host a While We’re Waiting support group in The Woodlands. They have a passion to minister to those in prison and founded Lighthouse Prison Ministry in 1996. John serves every day in a 10,000 inmate prison in downtown Houston. You’l…

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Bonus 21 | A Walmart Epiphany 5:55

20d ago5:55

5:55

My first visit to Walmart after Hannah's brain cancer diagnosis opened my eyes to how many hurting people surround me every day, and most of the time, I'm not even aware of it. This episode describes that experience and ends with a poem that still encourages my heart today ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Wa…

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Bonus 20 | THIS IS A FOUR 4:52

21d ago4:52

4:52

"THIS IS A FOUR." Those words from Hannah's oncologist were jarring, and gave us just an inkling of what we may be facing with her glioblastoma diagnosis. As we committed her life into God's hands that day, we couldn't help but wonder what might lie ahead. Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this…

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Bonus 19 | Cancer Diagnosis 3:13

24d ago3:13

3:13

Sixteen years ago today, we were given the news that our daughter Hannah's brain tumor was a glioblastoma. We clearly did not really "hear" what the oncologist was saying to us on that day. In fact, it took a while for the gravity of a glioblastoma diagnosis to sink in. Today's bonus episode tells the story of that day ... Thank you for joining me …

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Living Company Core Values and Leadership Principles for Growth with Alisa Haynes at Haute 21:26

22d ago21:26

21:26

In this compelling podcast episode, we delve into the transformative power of living company core values and leadership principles for driving growth. Discover how aligning leadership practices with living company core values fosters a culture of authenticity, trust, and accountability within organizations. Today's guest is Alisa Walsh, CEO of Haut…

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Bonus 18 | A Looming Appointment 2:36

25d ago2:36

2:36

The three days we had at home when Hannah was released from the hospital after her brain surgery were idyllic. We reveled in our time together, not paying any attention to what was going on in the outside world. But in the background, an appointment was looming ... one we knew could possibly change the trajectory of our lives from that day forward.…

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Bonus 17 | Home Sweet Home 3:44

26d ago3:44

3:44

Sixteen years ago today, we came home from the hospital after Hannah's brain surgery to some fun surprises from our family. Such a welcome relief to have the opportunity to catch our breath and enjoy some time together at home. Today's bonus episode shares the story ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting p…

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Bonus 16 | American Idol 3:32

27d ago3:32

3:32

Our Hannah was an avid American Idol fan. I celebrate that aspect of her personality in today's bonus episode ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma brain cancer from February 2008…

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Bonus 15 | Leap Year 2:38

28d ago2:38

2:38

Sixteen years today was a Leap Year, just like this one. It just added to the surreal nature of the situation in which we found ourselves. In today's bonus episode, I share a little about that day ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experien…

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Negotiation Skills for Leaders with William Ury, Author of Possible 19:22

28d ago19:22

19:22

Join us for an enlightening podcast episode as we delve into the world of negotiation skills with our guest, William Ury. The author of the world’s best-selling book on negotiation draws on his nearly fifty years of experience and knowledge grappling with the world’s toughest conflicts to offer a way out of the seemingly impossible problems of our …

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192 | Can't Change That (Part Two) with Julie Thomas 27:47

29d ago27:47

27:47

My friend Julie is well acquainted with grief, experiencing the loss of two of her children ... her son David to stillbirth and her teenage son Bryan to the choking game. She is passionate about serving mothers facing unplanned pregnancies, the importance of grieving in community, and produces an excellent blog titled “Can’t Change That.” Today's e…

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Bonus 14 | Emails 3:33

29d ago3:33

3:33

Sixteen years ago on this date, I sent the first of what would eventually be hundreds of emails chronicling our daughter Hannah's journey through glioblastoma brain cancer ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daught…

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Bonus 13 | Recovery 4:16

30d ago4:16

4:16

Sixteen years ago today, Hannah was starting the recovery process after brain surgery ... Thank you for joining me for another bonus episode of the While We're Waiting podcast in this year-long series in which I share our family’s experiences as our teenage daughter Hannah battled glioblastoma brain cancer from February 2008 through February 2009. …

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Bonus 12 | Blissful Ignorance 5:41

1M ago5:41

5:41

Looking back at this day from the perspective that sixteen years has brought, I'm so thankful for our blissful ignorance at that point. I'm grateful that we knew nothing of the childhood cancer world, that we could not see the rounds of radiation and chemotherapy ahead of us, and that for at least a little bit longer we thought that just maybe our …

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