What is better than a great conversation with a friend? Each time we meet I'll be talking to a friend (or two) and together we’ll share our stories, thoughts, and ideas to bring encouragement, inspiration, and joy to us all! Let’s grow together, love deeper, enjoy life, and see good, and God, in all things!
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In this episode we will continue our conversation about the importance of how God designed you - with great Purpose! We look into Scriptures that illustrate that we each have a purpose to fulfill, and discuss how gave us the right temperament to do it! When we know the answers to "Who am I" and "Why am I here?", we have a responsibility and privile…
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We are all so different, yet we are called to live in community and to work together to share God’s love with this world. How do we do this? The best way to begin is to realize how different we all are – each one designed by God for purpose! This is a great conversation with my friend, Sally Malchow about Temperaments, and how important it is to un…
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An honest conversation about domestic abuse with Lissa Weimelt and Angie Bottema of Maria's Voice. More information on Maria's Voice at https://www.mariasvoice.org/
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The Most Important, Life Changing Thing I Have Learned: I am Loved
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I finally know – really know deep in my heart – that God loves me unconditionally. It’s not just words, or a hope … but becoming my reality. It took me many years to realize that I can’t earn His love. I tried – but I could never be good enough, or do enough to be worthy of God’s love. He loves me as I am. He won’t love me more if I do better, or l…
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The Importance of Making People Feel Special and Valued
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My guest today is wise and so much fun! Chad Nelson is hilarious! We had a meaningful and joy-filled conversation about the importance of being intentional to tell and show people how valued and special they are to us. We also discussed some practical ideas on how to easily do this. I know you’ll enjoy this conversation…I sure did!…
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Let’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and Kindness - Part Two
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Brian and I resume our great conversation of Mr. Rogers’ legacy. We talk about some of his greatest quotes in this episode and we see again how to grow deeper in our relationships with one another by truly caring, being in the moment, listening and seeing what is most important in life. We inspired ourselves through these two conversations … to be …
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Motherhood is so beautiful, and Mother’s Day is an important day to honor our moms. However, for many people, Mother’s Day is a difficult day filled with emotional triggers that can cause sadness. My talented friend, Paulette Selvig, is going to perform a dramatic reading of a piece that includes all of the situations and emotions that Mother’s Day…
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Let’s Remember Mr. Rogers and His Timeless Message of Love and Kindness
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Did you, or your children, grow up being Mr. Rogers friend and neighbor? He was a source of compassion and learning, and an advocate for the beauty and value of children. Do you remember him saying, “I like you just the way you are.” He was accepting and encouraging and oh so patient. My husband, Brian, is one of his biggest fans so in this episode…
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In this joy filled conversation with my friend, Michelle Thielen, I think you will be inspired to add more joy and laughter into your daily life!! We talk about the many ways laughter makes us healthier physically, emotionally and relationally. And, we came up with several keys and practical ideas to help us live lighter and happier in this stress …
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Silence & Solitude – Why it is Good for Us Physically, Spiritually and Relationally
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This world is so loud and is constantly clamoring for our attention. So many distractions fill our day. It can be so exhausting. Today’s conversation is with my friend, Angie Bottema. She shares her personal experience about intentionally taking time to be quiet and still, and how much this practice has added to her life in so many ways. Science, p…
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Living with Chronic Pain…For When I Am Weak, Then I am Strong – Really?
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I know you will be inspired by this meaningful conversation with my friend Lori Johnson. She lives in pain every day of her life. Over 20% of Americans experience daily debilitating pain. Lori tells us her story, and shares what she has learned and how she is able to thrive through it all. We also talk about ways that we can better support our frie…
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We're talking about love from a few directions: first we'll discuss that great book "The Five Love Languages". We can love the people in our lives even better! My niece and friend, Kristi Peterson is with me today. She is one of the most loving people I know and the perfect friend to have this conversation with. Last year Kristi almost died, spent …
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Let's Begin the Conversation... Why it’s Healthy to Talk About Death
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This is a meaningful episode, and we even had a few laughs as we recorded it. When I consider my mortality – and those whom I love - I want to love them with more depth and purpose. I want to make good choices, and live my life the best I can. My Zumba sister and walking partner, Sharon Hancock, joined me for this episode. She is a Care Transition …
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Ideas, Hacks, and Inspirations to Simplify and Thrive in 2024
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This is a great opportunity to turn the page on a new year. Let’s add some simplicity, and new ideas of ways to do things into this year so we have more time to do all the great things we want to do, and have more time to be with the wonderful people we love! My daughter-in-law, Jessica and I had a great conversation and shared oddles of ideas that…
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Fear steals so much from us. We give up so much energy, joy, peace, creativity, productivity, opportunity…and more! Join me for a great conversation filled with honesty, truth, answers and inspiration! My good friend Brenda Steen brings experience and encouragement to us all.By Jacque Lother
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Four of us come together for this episode: My husband, Brian, joins me to tell our story, along with our Haitian daughters, Janice and Delivrance. We recently helped them come to America to escape the pressure and violence in Haiti caused by the gangs ruling there. These dear girls lived with our family 35 years ago, and now they are back living wi…
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Let’s Talk About Aging – for all Ages!
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This episode is a very fun conversation with my dear, longtime friend, Diane Rodine! We have been friends through many stages of life…and are enjoying these older years too! We talked of so many practical aspects of aging, share some good ideas and lots of laughs from our personal experiences! We have some thoughts for all ages – ideas for the youn…
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So many people are not able to get out and be part of a community…so let’s bring Jesus’ love and community to them…one person at a time.By Jacque Lother
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My sweet daughter-in-law, Katie, has 3 beautiful children and it is so much fun to watch her being their Momma! Their life is filled with so much love and joy and fun…and lots of adventures! Listen and be inspiredBy Jacque Lother
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This is a conversation with Linda Wismer, a dear high school friend of mine, who has been a widow for many years. She shares her story and helps us understand transitions in the stages of widowhood. We discuss how to be a blessing and encouragement to our friends who have lost their spouse.By Jacque Lother
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We are all created uniquely by God with a certain temperament, gifts and talents…for a special purpose. We find joy and meaning in life when we embrace who God made us to be.By Jacque Lother
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This is a conversation about the beauty and importance of being compassionate and caring women. What does compassion look like and act like? My daughter-in-law, Jessica went through a life threatening health crisis a few years ago and she shares with us what she learned through that time.By Jacque Lother
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Let's think of ways to bring more creativity into our lives because being creative in every aspect of life brings joy, beauty, energy, fun and love into our days. If you think you aren't creative...please listen! You were made in God's image, and He put His creative power in each one of us! Let's use it to bless others, enjoy life and honor our Cre…
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Building Lasting Relationships with our Adult Children
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Being a Mom is the greatest privilege, and enjoying our children through every age is priceless. When our kids become adults so many new possibilities unfold as our relationship becomes friendship. We have so much to learn from each other. Penny Tucci has so many good things to say to help us bless and stay close to our adult children.…
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My husband, Brian, and I have been in the ministry for 50 years! We started out young and have been so blessed to serve God and people. We have grown and changed…for the good. In this conversation we discuss the things we see differently today.By Jacque Lother
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This is a great conversation with my sweet friend Cheryl Orluck. We are talking about tending gardens- vegetables, flowers, and the garden of our hearts!!By Jacque Lother
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