You Brew You: Recent Episodes

Kari Lessner/Kim Thompson

We really love sharing a cup of something wonderful with our friends & neighbors. We don't all vote the same way or go to the same church. We don't share the same favorite colors or drink orders at the local coffee shop. We don't always get along. But we've found that it's easier to understand someone when you sit heart to heart, cups in hand. There's room to share what God is brewing in me and what God's brewing in you - and then watch how that understanding infuses our lives. Welcome to You Brew You, the podcast.

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/recipearchaeology

https://facebook.com/hugskissesandsnot

Instagram:

@Recipearchaeology

@Hugskissesandsnot

YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/recipearchaeology

Stephanie’s Website: http://hugskissesandsnot.com/

Special mentions in this episode:

A Very Brady Chopped!

Ted Allen - Queer Eye

Drink: Coffee (Nespresso) half & half, sugar, Equal, Hot Tea, Hot Tang, English Breakfast, Earl Gray (Savoy Tea Company - Pink Pepper Chai w/half & half and honey) https://savoytea.com/

Product: paper planner (liturgical) - Sacred Ordinary Days https://sacredordinarydays.com/

Listening to/Reading/Binge Watching: Call the Midwife (Netflix); “The Book of Longings” by Sue Monk Kidd; “Lamb - the Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal” by Christopher Moore

Kari’s picks for this episode: Happy 365 Planner

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: https://Facebook.com/recipearchaeology

https://facebook.com/hugskissesandsnot

Instagram:

@Recipearchaeology

@Hugskissesandsnot

YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/recipearchaeology

Stephanie’s Website: http://hugskissesandsnot.com/

Special mentions in this episode:

Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson

Fire in Buelah by Rilla Askew

Cast by Isabel Wilkerson

Stamped by Ibram X. Kendi

Be the Bridge by Latasha Morrison

Spaghetti Balls: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EwXRmZ8aWU

KAL’s favorite Risotto recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/fnk/recipes/risotto-with-egg-and-parmigiano-8041871

The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: www.facebook.com/glenys.nellist

Instagram: @glenysnellist

Glenys’ Website: www.glenysnellist.com

Drink: TEA not flavored, no fancy thing, plain black English tea, with a little bit of milk (not creamer!) Glenys’ favorite tea brand: Tetley

Product: “The Four Day Diet” by Ian K. Smith; her first book “Love Letters from God” by Glenys Nellist; “The Famous Five” by Enid Blyton; “The Jolly Postman” by Allan and Janet Ahlberg

Listening to/Reading/Binge Watching: You Are the Beloved: Daily Meditations for Spiritual Living” by Henri Nouwen

Kari’s picks for this episode: Kari’s favorite tea brand: Yorkshire Gold; “The Lazy Genius Way” by Kendra Adachi; “Live in Faith, Walk in Love” by Bob Goff

For additional resources for Glenys' book check out this link: https://www.glenysnellist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/TwastheMorningofEaster_ActivityGuide_final.pdf (cut and paste into your search engine!)

To Enter the drawing for a copy of Glenys’ book, “Twas the Morning of Easter” just follow these three accounts: YouBrewYou / GlenysNellist / ZonderKidz (and tag a friend while you are at it!) and then stay tuned on March 7th at 3:00 PM CST

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Learn2Bloom

Instagram: @learntobloomhouston

Learn to Bloom Website: learntobloom.com

Callie’s email address: callie@learntobloom.com

Drink: Ruta Maya coffee from Costco w/heavy cream

Product: Daily Audio Bible (app)

Listening to/Reading/Binge Watching: The Kitchen Garden Revival by Nichole Johnsey Burke; Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden: Grow, Harvest, and Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms by Erin Benzakein

Kari’s picks for this episode: Shout out Julianne Mani w/Iron Pot Bay Vineyard; Emily P. Freeman’s “The Next Right Thing - Guided Journal”; Soulspace (app)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britt.fisk

Instagram: @bellroadbeef

Blog: www.thefiskfiles.com

Bell Road Beef Website: www.bellroadbeef.com

Beauty Counter (yes… YOU can support this sweet family with your clean beauty purchases!): www.beautycounter.com/brittfisk

Drink: Black Coffee (special mug - Bell Road Beef mugs are THE BEST!) and Water (aka Cowboy Koolaid)

Product: Favorite Catbird Ring: https://www.catbirdnyc.com/little-disco-ring.html

Listening to/Reading/Binge Watching: Favorite Podcast right now: https://media.ascensionpress.com/all-bible-in-a-year-episodes/ ; “Beneath A Scarlet Sky’ by Mark T. Sullivan; Season Four of the Crown; The Chosen (YouTube)

Kari’s picks for this episode: Liquid Sand by OPI (nail polish on one finger to remind me to pray); The Imperials, “He Didn’t Lift Us Up To Let Us Down”; the app “Pray as You Go” - SOOOO GOOOOD!

Extra love for our mutual friend Carin Asby (and a special shout out to Leo Asby!)

Dr. David Sandburg, MD - Pediatric Neurology at Memorial Herman, in Houston, Texas (So much love for this man. May God continue to bless the works of his head, hands, and heart!)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: @Britt ‘Carter’ Fisk

Instagram: @bellroadbeef

Blog: www.thefiskfiles.com

Bell Road Beef Website: www.bellroadbeef.com

Extra love for our mutual friend Carin Asby

Dr. David Sandburg, MD - Pediatric Neurology at Memorial Herman, in Houston, Texas (So much love for this man. May God continue to bless the works of his head, hands, and heart!)

Kari’s mentions from this episode: “That Sounds Fun” by Annie F. Downs

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: @BoSternAuthor · Author

Instagram: @bosternbrady

Twitter: @bosternbrady

Website: bostern.com

Bo’s App: Soulspace.co (look for the three point crown in your favorite app store)

Drink: Black Coffee (decaf) Pacific Northwest girl = Dark Roast <3

Product: John Gottman’s “Card Decks” app

Listening to/Reading/Binge Watching: Taylor Swift’s album “Folklore”; “The Eternal Current” by Aaron Niequist; “The Divine Dance” by Richard Rohr; “The Lazy Genius Way” by Kendra Adachi

KAL’s picks for this episode: Y’all I’ve tried Soulspace - the free stuff and all I can say is if this is the free stuff, the paid stuff must be unbelievable.

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: Sharon North Collins

Website: www.becominghismasterpiece.com

Drink: English Breakfast Tea w/Stevia and Coffeemate’s Hazelnut Creamer

Product: Bible Gateway (loves the NIV & NKJ & the Message & the Amplified Bible) Art Room app (gives you the ability to look at your artwork in a room setting)

Listening to/Reading: reading the Chronological Bible, English Murder Mysteries

KAL’s picks for this episode: Yorkshire Gold tea w/Coffeemate’s Italian Cream, The Passion Translation & The Voice

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook: Jenna Kuykendall

Twitter/Instagram: @jennank

GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/1d23a8ca

Website: jennakuykendall.com

If you heard Jenna’s song in our Cup of Wonder - Advent 2020 Joy episode you know that her gift of music is one that the world needs more of right now! Please consider helping with her GoFundMe to get the project that her husband Ben and she are working on, off of the dream board and into our Spotify/Apple Music playlists!

Drink: Dark Roast coffee heavy whipping cream (Starbucks or Peaks)

Product: the app Marco Polo

Listening to/Reading: Erwin McManus “The Artisan Soul” (her 2020 goal was to read 30 books! #my2020books); Netflix binging: The Crown

KAL’s picks for this episode: loves some Marco Polo (*also shout out to Karimah & Alli KAL’s personal millennials! I love you both to bits!)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)Pod Coach Angela Wade SimpsonPodcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

In what ways have you encountered Love this week?

Is there anything about this cup (or it's contents) that reminds you of Love?

When you think about the story of the Nativity of Jesus, where do you see Love in action?

Is saying, "I love you," something you feel comfortable saying? Hearing? Why or why not?

When was the last time you said, "I love you"?

In what ways has the isolation and separation of the COVID 19 pandemic made Love easier/harder to express?

What is one small act of Love that you can share today?

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Is there something about your cup (or maybe what it’s filled with) that brings you joy?

What is the happiest part of your day? Morning? Afternoon? Evening? Why, or why not?

If you could be transported to the place in this world that brings you the most joy – where would you be?

What do activity or hobby do you feel the most joy in doing?

Is your joy dependent on others or yourself?

What is something small that always brings you joy? Can you name five little things that bring you joy?

If you lived to be 100 what would be one thing you would regret not doing/trying?

Where can true happiness and lasting joy be found?

How can you find joy when you don’t feel joyful?

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

"We Wait” performed and written by Jenna Kuykendall (look for her interview in our “This Little Light of Mine…” season in early 2021!)

This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Debra Ferguson and Owen Taylor, beloved parents of our friend Sarah Condon. May they rest in peace and rise in glory.

Grab a mug of something warm, your Bible, a journal, and a heart open to Hope.

When you think of hope what does it mean to you?

Do you think that hope mean that there are good things to come or better things to come?

When you look at this cup, do you feel hopeful? Do the contents of this cup bring you hope?

How does this cup reflect the hope in your life this year?

What is the difference between a wish and a hope?

Is hope a choice or a feeling?

What is the hope you have based on?

When you think of 2021 what are your deepest hopes?

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Facebook/Twitter/Instagram: @cusehouston

Pinterest: CUSE Houston

Website: cusehouston.org

Do you have a bookclub/social club/friend group/Sunday School class/coffee klatch looking for a great way to serve together/apart for the holidays? Contact Christy and let her help you plan a wonderful holiday "gathering"!

Drink: Cold Brew w/ 1/2 peppermint, 1/2 simple syrup & creamer (And a Nitro if you're offering)

Product: Still loves her Disc System (with "Getting Things Done" model as her guide) and loving her 2021 Sacred Ordinary Day Planner, her soft robe!

Listening to/Reading: Jo Saxton's book "Ready to Rise", Austin Channing Brown's book "I'm Still Here" and Latasha Morrison's book "Be the Bridge" (and anything by Bob Goff or Annie F. Downs)

KAL’s picks for this episode: Boba Tea (tapioca pearls) Oolong Tea w/milk foam with brulee'd top, UGGs Slippers (thank you Jesus, sheep and Ron!), Matthew Sleeth's book "24/6" (all about how to prepare for Sabbath)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Grab a mug of something warm, your Bible, a journal, and a heart open to Peace.

When you look at this cup, do you feel peaceful? Does the contents of this cup bring you peace?

How does this cup reflect the peace or chaos in your life this year?

When you think about the things your life is filled with, do you feel peaceful or stressed?

What is the most peaceful place you know of? Why does that space bring peace to you?

How does the peace that the world offers differ from the peace Jesus offers?

Where have you experienced peace this year?

In what ways are you actively pursuing peace in your life?

How are you seeking peace with those around you?

How can you “Pass the Peace” during this Advent season; a time when you are “together and apart"?”

Most recently, who has entered your life as a sign of God’s peace?

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @madisonlistongomes

YouTube: Experiencer Project

Mentions: Survivor, Shark Tank, the Bachelor, Master Chef, Jr., Mother Teresa

Drink: Sweet Tea (reminds her of home)

Product: Aero Garden

Listening to/Reading: Night Light: A Devotional for Couples

KAL’s picks for this episode: 100 Days to Brave by Annie F. Downs, Pray As You Go (app)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @mollyreedgrayson

Mentions: Annie F. Downs, Amy Grant: Francesca Battistelli; Colton Dixon, Danielle Bradbury, Jackson Michaelson

Drink: Coffee (w/cream or a flavored creamer) or La Croix - Lemoncello or Key Lime

Product: lattego 3200 by Philips; Purely Elizabeth Granola

Listening to/Reading: Christmas Music - This Christmas by Francesca Battistelli (w/Molly Reed Grayson ); Bible App; Don’t Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Plowman

KAL’s picks for this episode: Yorkshire Gold Tea (w/Italian Cream) or Topo Chico; Berkey Water Filter;

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @carvermathis

Mentions: Sandi Patty, Marion Anderson, CeCe Winans, Andrae Crouch, Audra McDonald, Larnelle Harris

Drink: Starbucks Medicine Ball (KAL suggests 2 pumps of peppermint)

Product: Calm app (meditation/centering) AND Neutrogena Hydro Boost

Listening to/Reading: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown and Grey’s Anatomy

KAL’s picks for this episode: Coffee Mate Italian Sweet Cream is RIGHT again! Back to it’s good and proper self - thank you Lord, Jesus, AMEN! Brene Brown’s Netflix Special “The Call to Courage”

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @abundantharvestkitchen

Mentions: Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour www.cup4cup.com

Drink: Harney & Sons Cinnamon Sunset tea OR a diet coke with lime from Sonic

Product: Molly’s new power recliner

Listening to/Reading: Every Moment Holy info@rabbitroom.com ; West Wing (re-runs)

KAL’s picks for this episode: Feelings Chart (for a feelings inventory – ask your kiddos to pick three that they are feeling right now and talk about those feels), Corda candles “Compline” and “Carpenter’s Shop” www.cordacandles.com , Morgan Haper Nichols (artwork/poetry/prayers) www.morganharpernichols.com

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)

Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)

Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson

Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @katt_aguirre

Mentions: GoNoodle (videos on movement & mindfulness)

Drink: Herbal Teas (Starbucks Medicine Ball w/3 pumps of peppermint), Juice

Product: unplugging right now! #amensisterfriend

Listening to/Reading: You Be You, by Jamie Ivey

KAL’s picks for this episode: Earl Grey (double bergamot) Topo Chico after a walk; built in walking partners on FB & Insta stories (accountability); Mobile Loaves & Fishes, Welcome Homeless, by Alan Graham

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Instagram: @kindredspiritbooks

Mentions: Praying with Jane: 31 Days through the Prayers of Jane Austen, by Rachel Dodge

Drink: TWG Bourbon Street Vanilla Tea

Product: Set limits on phones for screen time, Canva (graphic design for those who don’t do graphic design), Planoly (scheduling social media), Kindle Paperwhite

Listening to/Reading: Breakfast At Tiffany’s (the movie), Becoming Mrs. Lewis: The Improbable Love Story of Joy Davidman and C.S. Lewis (book), The Little House On The Prairie series by Laura Ingalls Wilder

KAL’s picks for this episode: She likes the TWG Bourbon Street Vanilla Tea, The Wingfeather Chronicles by Andrew Peterson, Anne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery (obviously!)

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)
Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)
Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson
Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)

Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)

Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson

Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

Thank you to:

Jenna Cook-Garcia with Day Made Designs (podcast artwork)

Tori McClure (music for the podcast - you can find her on Spotify and itunes)

Pod Coach Angela Wade Simpson

Podcast Fairy-Godmother Sue Jolly

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

This is our final episode in the series the Way of Love. It has been a beautiful journey as we shared the seven practices from Bishop Michael Curry - Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go and Rest. We thought it would be fitting

to share the story of the road that Jesus took to the cross - truly the Way of Love, as our last leg of this trek together. Today we share Rosemary Hannah’s Passion Narrative for Children from Luke, read by Topher, Philippa and Gillian. So settle in and hear the Way of Love that Jesus walked for us.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with siblings, Maeve and Gideon. We’ve looked at all seven practices on the Way of Love: Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go and Rest. We’ve tried some of them out for the first and explored new ways to look at things we have practiced for a long time. I’m not gonna lie today’s audio isn’t the greatest, but the heart of the message is still strong - practicing our faith isn’t about getting it perfect - it’s about growth. And today’s mini-BFF’s Gideon and Maeve are wonderful examples of how practicing our faith looks like kindness! We invite you to buckle up (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #10: 1. Which one of the practices did you like? 2. Which practice takes the most time? 3. What makes getting your practices done hard? 4. Which practice is the easiest to remember?

How do you help your family remember?

Additional Questions for wondering: Can you think of a way that you can give a blessing to a neighbor?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1. Try to pick up one of the practices that you didn’t understand the importance of the first time you tried. 2. Reach out to someone you love and encourage them to take up one of the practices.

We really hope you are enjoying the Way of Love podcast! Me and my mini-BFF’s have had a blast putting these episodes together (and if we are being honest we’ve enjoyed listening to ourselves too!) Now it’s YOUR TURN to share. We want to hear how you are practicing the Way of Love. We’d love to know which practice is your favorite? Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go or Rest? Share a special memory you’ve created on the Way of Love. Tell us which practice is hard. Say your favorite table grace together for us as a family. Sing us your favorite song. We are going to put all of the messages together into one HUGE EPISODE - so we can ALL HEAR HOW WE are growing and learning on the Way of Love. Just give us a call at 832.377.1973 . Leave us a message - be sure to start by telling us your FIRST NAMES ONLY - along with your city and state and then share your story with us. That’s 832.377.1973 We can all grow together if we share our journey on the Way of Love.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with two of her mini-BFF's Meagan and Celeste all about our seventh practice, REST. We chat about what we need in order to rest, what we enjoy creating and what the penalty in one house is for not obeying the “no electronics at the table” rule! We invite you strap yourself in (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #9: What would your best day of rest look like? What would it need to have in it? What does everyone need to be able to rest? What things do people NOT need in order to rest? What is your favorite thing to play? What do you love to play? What is your favorite thing to create? Is there anything that you do that really helps you to relax? Do you remember the commandment that says, “Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy”? What do you think that means?

Additional Questions for wondering: What are your parents favorite things to do for fun?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1.As a family chose one meal a week where there is no TV, no cell phones and really set aside that time to be present with each other. 2. Doing something “physical” may not seem like rest - but sometimes getting out and walking as a family is as good as a nap! 3. Take a break and play a game together. 4. Family Dance Party!

We really hope you are enjoying the Way of Love podcast! Me and my mini-BFF’s have had a blast putting these episodes together (and if we are being honest we’ve enjoyed listening to ourselves too!) Now it’s YOUR TURN to share. We want to hear how you are practicing the Way of Love. We’d love to know which practice is your favorite? Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go or Rest? Share a special memory you’ve created on the Way of Love. Tell us which practice is hard. Say your favorite table grace together for us as a family. Sing us your favorite song. We are going to put all of the messages together into one HUGE EPISODE - so we can ALL HEAR HOW WE are growing and learning on the Way of Love. Just give us a call at 832.377.1973 . Leave us a message - be sure to start by telling us your FIRST NAMES ONLY - along with your city and state and then share your story with us. That’s 832.377.1973 We can all grow together if we share our journey on the Way of Love.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

**At You Brew You we are reevaluating what our needs are as a community with regards to our way forward. Please let us know what would be helpful/hopeful to you during this time. We are so glad we listened to God's nudging about sharing our platform with Cathedral Kids TX. What a joy they have been to our community. KariAnn learned A LOT from this experience. We will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with mother/daughter duo Emily and Olivia. We talk about the friend that we have that is the most different from us, what it's like to forgive someone and what it's like to be forgiven. Go is what Jesus told his followers to do - Go and tell - Go and listen - Go and heal! We invite you to tighten your seatbelts (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #8: Who is your friend who is the most different from you? What place in this world needs Jesus most? Have you ever hurt someone and needed to ask for forgiveness? How did it feel to ask for forgiveness? Where do you feel that feeling? Has someone ever asked you to forgive them? When someone disagrees with you, how do you remind yourself to listen? What do we need in order to forgive our world? What does God/Love look like in our community?

Additional Questions for wondering: What do you think we need to forgive in our world to make it a better place?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1. Take a walk around your neighborhood and look for things you can pray more love, kindness and peace into. 2. As you Go out into your community, look around you for folks who are different and learn more about their cultures and beliefs. 3. Go and tell someone you favorite thing about Jesus.

We really hope you are enjoying the Way of Love podcast! Me and my mini-BFF’s have had a blast putting these episodes together (and if we are being honest we’ve enjoyed listening to ourselves too!) Now it’s YOUR TURN to share. We want to hear how you are practicing the Way of Love. We’d love to know which practice is your favorite? Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go or Rest? Share a special memory you’ve created on the Way of Love. Tell us which practice is hard. Say your favorite table grace together for us as a family. Sing us your favorite song. We are going to put all of the messages together into one HUGE EPISODE - so we can ALL HEAR HOW WE are growing and learning on the Way of Love. Just give us a call at 832.377.1973 . Leave us a message - be sure to start by telling us your FIRST NAMES ONLY - along with your city and state and then share your story with us. That’s 832.377.1973 We can all grow together if we share our journey on the Way of Love.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*At You Brew You we are reevaluating what our needs are as a community with regards to our way forward. Please let us know what would be helpful/hopeful to you during this time. We are so glad we listened to God's nudging about sharing our platform with Cathedral Kids TX. What a joy they have been to our community. KariAnn learned A LOT from this experience. We will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with siblings, Leo and Betsy. We talk about the best gift we ever received, pretzel arms and blessings. Blessing was a major part of Jesus life and ministry and it can be a major part of our lives, too! We invite you to return your seats to their upright position (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #7: What is the best gift you've ever been given? Why was that gift so special to you? Who is the first person you can remember telling you about God? Can you remember a time when you received a blessing? Have you ever told anyone about Jesus? Share a story about a time when you were kind to someone. Can you think of a gift that you were given that was absolutely free?

Additional Questions for wondering: Can you think of a way that you can give a blessing to a neighbor?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1. Can you send a homemade card to someone who needs to hear that they are loved and remembered by God and by you? 2. Are there toys or clothes that you are no longer using that you could donate to a shelter as a blessing to kids who need those things? 3. Plan a surprise blessing for someone this week!

We really hope you are enjoying the Way of Love podcast! Me and my mini-BFF’s have had a blast putting these episodes together (and if we are being honest we’ve enjoyed listening to ourselves too!) Now it’s YOUR TURN to share. We want to hear how you are practicing the Way of Love. We’d love to know which practice is your favorite? Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go or Rest? Share a special memory you’ve created on the Way of Love. Tell us which practice is hard. Say your favorite table grace together for us as a family. Sing us your favorite song. We are going to put all of the messages together into one HUGE EPISODE - so we can ALL HEAR HOW WE are growing and learning on the Way of Love. Just give us a call at 832.377.1973 . Leave us a message - be sure to start by telling us your FIRST NAMES ONLY - along with your city and state and then share your story with us. That’s 832.377.1973 We can all grow together if we share our journey on the Way of Love.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with brothers Jack and James. We talk about our favorite service in the church year, where you need to be to worship (#spoileralert you can worship ANYWHERE!) and what it means to live a life of worship. Kyrie means Lord - FYI We invite you to secure your seatbelts (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #6: What is your favorite Sunday or other service of the Church year? Why? What is your favorite song or hymn? Why do you like it? What is your least favorite song or hymn? (Why?) What is the most meaningful part of the worship service to you? Why? Have you ever experienced God’s presence in a worship service? Have you ever experienced a church service outside the Cathedral?

Additional Questions for wondering: There is a hymn in the 1982 Hymnal that says “I come with Christians far and near to find, as all are fed, the new community of love in Christ’s communion bread.” What does a “new community of love” mean to you?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1. Have you ever arrived early to church and taken a few moments to quiet your body, your mind and your mouth? I challenge you to try it. Try a few good/quiet Hmmmm Breaths to help you settle in. 2. When you are in church next time, pay close attention to words or phrases in the songs, readings, sermons or announcements that you’d like to know more about. Write them down or ask an adult to write them down so you can ask more about them after the service. 3. Invite a friend to church with you this week.

We really hope you are enjoying the Way of Love podcast! Me and my mini-BFF’s have had a blast putting these episodes together (and if we are being honest we’ve enjoyed listening to ourselves too!) Now it’s YOUR TURN to share. We want to hear how you are practicing the Way of Love. We’d love to know which practice is your favorite? Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go or Rest? Share a special memory you’ve created on the Way of Love. Tell us which practice is hard. Say your favorite table grace together for us as a family. Sing us your favorite song. We are going to put all of the messages together into one HUGE EPISODE - so we can ALL HEAR HOW WE are growing and learning on the Way of Love. Just give us a call at 832.377.1973 . Leave us a message - be sure to start by telling us your FIRST NAMES ONLY - along with your city and state and then share your story with us. That’s 832.377.1973 We can all grow together if we share our journey on the Way of Love.

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with friends Vincent and Anna Kate. We talk about when we feel closest to God, when we like to talk to God AND we take a challenge to say grace over our dinners for the entire week. We invite you to strap in (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #5: Do you pray at home? When do you feel closest to God during the day? When you talk to God, is there a specific way you need to sit or hold your hands? Are there special words you have to say? Did someone teach you how to pray? Do you remember a specific prayer you said at meal times? Do you always remember to pray at meal times? Do you think it matters to God how we sit, hold our hands or the words we use? Do you think that there is a specific way to pray or a way you shouldn't pray? Is it okay to cry when you pray? Is it okay to be angry and pray? Do we always have to like God's plan? Do you have a certain time of day when you talk best to God or that you feel like God hears you best? What do you think God does when people pray for different outcomes?

Additional Questions for wondering: How does prayer make you feel about God?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: 1. One way of making prayer a part of your day is to pray before meals. Can you help your family remember to pray before a meal each day this week? 2. Did you know that silence is ALSO an act of prayer? That getting your mind, your body and your mouth quiet can actually be a form of prayer. Can you try to sit in silence for 2 whole minutes? 3. Take a prayer walk - Thank God for all the things you see. 4. Have you ever made a list of folks you can pray for every night at bedtime?

Call and leave us a message telling us about your favorite practice - we'd love to hear from you. Be sure to inclued your FIRST NAMES ONLY, city and state along with your story. Our number is 832.377.1973

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with sisters Phillipa and Gillian (and Julian the prairie-dog was there for support too). We talk about our favorite stories from the Bible and even share who we'd like to have dinner with if we could choose someone from the Bible to break bread with. We invite you to buckle up (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #4: What is your favorite story in the Bible? Who would you have dinner with from the Bible other than Jesus? Do you have a favorite story of Jesus? What does it tell you about him? What does that tell you about YOU? Are there parts of scripture that you don't understand? Do you have a favorite verse? What do you daydream about? When do you read the Bible? Is there a time of day that works best for you?

Additional Questions for wondering: If you were at dinner with Jesus, what questions would you ask him? What would you and Jesus eat?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: Can you find one night this week to read a story in the Bible? Maybe one from the Jesus Storybook Bible. Who could you “retell” the story you read about to? Or who could you call and share that story with? (Grandma & Grandpa? Your Godparents?)

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn chats it up with brothers Grant and Court all about our first practice Turn. We visit about getting lost, the prodigal son, We invite you to fasten your seat belts (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #3: Have you ever been lost? How did it feel to be lost? How did you find your way back? Can you think of a story in the bible where someone had to say they were sorry? Do you think it's easy to ask for forgiveness? How does it feel when someone makes the decision to cheat? If you mess up (even if it's on purpose) how do you want other people to respond to you? What happens if the person who has done the wrong thing, never asks for forgiveness? If we don't forgive someone who has done something to hurt me, what does holding on to that unforgiveness do to me? What does my holding on to unforgiveness do to them? Can we learn to forgive others whether they ask for forgiveness or not? What is one step you can take this week to turn toward the Way of Love?

Additional Questions for wondering: What do you think it means to turn from sin and hate? Or to turn from fear?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: Little changes can make a huge difference over time. Let’s try a small practice this week. Can you think of something that you did this week that bothers you that you did? When you remember it this week, ask God to forgive you and then learn to forgive yourself. Is there someone you can forgive? Turning away from fear and anger and toward the Way of Love?

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over the next twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with Hannah and Aaron all about Rules. These two really help us think about rules for life AND rules for games. KariAnn's big take away was to "not become a dwarf planet!" You're just going to have to listen to hear more about that! We invite you to buckle up (if you are in the car - parents drive the speed limit) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #2: Why do you think we have rules? What are some important rules in life? Are there rules about God and you? What makes us want to stick with the rules? Do you think it's important for your friends and family to know the rules? How do you learn the rules with each other?

Additional Questions for wondering: What is one rule about your relationship with God?

Challenge/Question(s)/Practice: Can you think of one rule or practice that helps you? Is there any way that that rule or practice makes the world you live in a better place? If so, inwhat way does it make our world better? Can you think of one rule that is super hard for you to follow? Can you commit to working on following that difficult rule for this week?

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

The Way of Love for Kids is a walk through a thoughtful set of practices designed to draw each of us closer to the heart of God. Over the next twelve episodes we will explore ways to connect with God and each other. Some of these practices may be familiar, while others may invite you toward a new way of wondering about God and this Way of Love.

Today KariAnn visits with Becky and four year old Pippa all about Love. Did you know Love comes sometimes in the shape of a pie? We invite you to buckle up (if you are in the car) and/or settle in for a few minutes of wondering and wandering with us on the Way of Love for Kids.

Questions from The Way of Love for Kids Episode #1: Who do you love? Do you get to see those people often? What are some ways we show people love? How does your family remember to show love? What is Love? How does God show us love? What color crayon would you use to color Love?

Additional Questions for wondering: What do you think Love is? How does God show us that God loves us?

How did Jesus teach us to love? What are ways you feel loved? What are ways you show love for other people?

Produced by Ron Lessner and Alex Orman

Kraft Services: Elizabeth Cuevas

Technical Support: Christy Orman, Jody Gillit, Dave & Sarah Wallace

Social Media/Photography: Hannah Roberts, Keatyn Lessner & Torie Ludwin

Content Development: Canon Becky Zartman

Sound: The happy playground noise of Cathdral House Episcopal School children in downtown Houston

Resources:

Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life by Traci Smith

The Very Best Day: the Way of Love for Children by Roger Hutchison

Prayer for Young Persons from the Book of Common Prayer

*You Brew You will return with a brand new format April 14, 2020 (Lord willing!)

When Kari met her she had a little pixie hair cut, a face full of angel kisses, and an infectious laugh. Laurel Copeland Brown is the daughter of Kari's sweet friend Sherry Brown, who lost her battle with cancer on May 21, 2008. Sherry was one of Kari's "mommy mentors" - offering the "calm voice of reason" when as a new momma, Kari was losing her grip. Sherry left behind three little girls who are each so unique and beautiful. In Laurel, Kari has watched this pixie grow into a woman with moxie, who now quite often herself, offers words of encouragement and calm. Sherry left Kari a little piece of herself in Laurel, and she has become a "God-daughter by default" and a treasure to all who know her. In today's chat, Laurel and Kari take a stroll down memory lane and a long look at love, loss and the ties that bind us together. So scootch up a chair, pop the top on a Topo Chico and let this visit wash over you like the warm winds of early summer. And while you've got a cold one in your hand, raise a cheer for a life well lived and for daughters who remember. #ILYMTYLM

Instagram: @laurelbrovvn

Mentions: https://yourcbdstoresatx.com/

Drink: Topo Chico and/or Moscow Mule

Product: CBD Oil

Listening to/Reading: Podcast Serial & This American Life

How do you mourn the loss of one of your greatest teachers? You make sure all your friends know her work. And if that means taking the mic to the car, because it's the quietest space in your household, so that you can read some of her words to those friends... so be it.

When Rachel Held Evans passed away, May 4, 2019, she left this world a beautiful legacy in the body of her work. Words that encourage us to wrestle with the Scripture. To embrace the doubt that crouches near our faith - and know to that God isn't shocked or saddened by our questions.

Today, Kari reads a portion from Rachel's latest book "Inspired".

Please hold Rachel's family close in prayer.

<3 Kari

Faith Unraveled: How a Girl Who Knew All the Answers Learned to Ask Questions

by Rachel Held Evans

A Year of Biblical Womanhood: How a Liberated Woman Found Herself Sitting on Her Roof, Covering Her Head, and Calling Her Husband 'Master'

by HarperCollins Publishing

Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church

by HarperCollins Publishing

Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again

by HarperCollins Publishing

Cheryl Moses is one of those sister-friends that when you meet her for the first time you think, "Oh! There you are! I'm going to be knowing you for a long time!" In today's episode, we cover a lot of ground, several storms, some writer's blocks, a badge of honor, some sacred space, unifying the church... and in the words of the every wise Cheryl Moses - "We've got some work to do folks!" Scooch up a chair and make room at the table for my precious friend, Cheryl.

Facebook: Cheryl R. Moses - Writer/Coach

Instagram: @ebbyloves

Website: www.cheryl-just-thinking.blogspot.com

Mentions: Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go? by Lauren Flake; Love of Dixie (quarterly Texas Women's magazine); Of Mess & Moxie by Jen Hatmaker; Skandalon by Cindy Schroppel

Drink: cold Bai Black Cherry hot Coffee specifically the Lavender Latte if it's available!

Product: Young Living Stress Away AND the Crowning Jewels (look them up on Insta & FB)

Listening to/Reading: Free of Me by Sharon Hoddie Miller ; Unseen by Sara Hagerty; Becoming by Michelle Obama; 50 Women Every Christian Should Know by Michelle DeRusha

Hashtagable Quotes: #Beau #StillCelebratingMyYearOfJubilee #Companion #LoveYouLillyClaire #BonusMom #SpeakingLifeAndPurposeOverTheseKids #BabiesNeedToHappenWhenBabiesNeedToHappen #TheirLivesAreRicherFullerBetter

Kim joins in this week to welcome one of our favorites, Ashley Brown Ruiz, to the table. She started her work as a teacher in an inner-city Houston elementary school for 12 years. There, she learned that there was a lack of language or ability to communicate with one another, which led her to want to go back to school to become a social worker. As the director of The Daring Way, a certification and training program based on Brene Brown’s work that takes other helping professionals through shame resilience work that they can then implement into their work. Cozy up with your favorite beverage for this enthusiastic episode full of laugher, truth, friendship and asking Kari to circle back to say something nice about her (awesomely curly) hair.

Mentions: Santa Maria Hostel, Archway Academy, Camp Allen, The Daring Way, Brene Brown,

Drink: Diet Coke

Project: L’Ange Hair Product

Listening to/Reading: Blue October

Hashtagable Quotes: #widenthecircle #invitation #thedaringway #80shair #resilience

Long before her two little boys followed her around the house begging her, "Read to me!" Chris Helene Bridge was a storyteller. She wrote of the things her life taught her - both to help her understand them better and to help others. Her little boys have grown into men, and Chris still loves reading, creating, and sharing joy with little learners. So, get your kettle going, and serve yourself up a big cup of your favorite tea. Then settle in and listen to the beautiful heart of this amazing artist, author, and literacy advocate. You may just find yourself longing to read a book to a child - and today's guest has an spetacular selection to choose from!

Books by Chris Helene Bridge: The Same Heart, Appletime, Red Envelopes, Read to Me!, Spring is Coming!, Consider the Lilies, Andrew's Story, Ganny Says (Fall of 2019)

Facebook: Chris Helene Bridge

Website: chrishelenebridge.com

Drink: Tea - many ways depending on the tea she's drinking

Product: Electric tea pot

Listening to/Reading: The Vein of Gold by Julia Cameron, Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson

Hashtagable Quotes: #FindingJoyInTheStorm #TheSameHeart #ReadToMe

A champion is someone who fights for a cause and today's guest was born a Champion. Literally. Megan Champion Greiner is the wife to one amazing tax accountant, turned woodworker, mother to three amazing humans and a small business owner with Plexus. When her prayers to become a mom were answered, it was as if God said, "I'm going to give you what you asked for... with a little something extra!" We can't wait for you to fall in love with Megan and her crew. God has plans for her life and there's nothing Down About it!

Facebook: Megan Champion Greiner

Instagram: @DiaryofARealLifeMom

Drink: Plexus Slim "Pink Drink" or Bai water (pineapple coconut)

Product: Plexus or Dark Chocolate Almonds (*KAL suggested Ghiradelli dark chocolate cashews)

Listening to/Reading: Bible App devotional: the Lifegiving Leader (*KAL brought up Sara Groves' song Tornado) and then The Holy Hustle

Hashtagable Quotes: #HopeYouLikeKidsAndAnimalsBecauseItsAZooInHere #WorldDownSyndromeDay #ALittleSomethingExtra #Plexus #PlexusPinkDrink #SummerInAGlass #ALittleSomethingExtra #NothingDownAboutIt

Gayla Brown has the biggest, sweetest heart, so when this old friend of Kari's shared that she is a bee keeper - it felt like the most natural thing in the world. Her creativity, joy, and kindness are contagious - and like the bees she keeps, this precious heart stays busy keeping her hives, face painting (as a side gig) and making bee's wax products. We had such fun drawing parallels between bees and our spiritual lives. Make a cup of tea, add some local honey, pull up a chair, and let's visit with sweet Gayla Brown.

*Kari didn't get the address of either of her girl's psalms correct - so here they are: "Awesome" Keatyn's Psalm 66:5 "Awesome are your handyworks, O God." "Honey" Karsyn's Psalm 119:103 "How swee are your promises to my taste, sweeter than honey in my mouth."

Email: TheHappyHoneyBeeLLC@gmail.com

Drink: Lemonbalm Tea w/ or w/out honey (both are nice!)

Product: The Happy Honey Bee Cream (look for her website COMING SOON!)

Listening to/Reading: The Jesus Calling

Hashtagable Quotes: #GettingMyAshOn #SweetBees #HotBees #SweetHive #TheyAreBusy #PullYourBigGirlPantsUp #IOweItToTheBees #TheyAreJustTryingToSurvive #TheyAllHaveAJob #TheyTickleEveryFlower #TheyHaveASweetHum #BeesWaxHasTheEssenceOfAllTheFlowersAndHerbs #JohnTheBaptistAteLoctusAndHoney #ProteinAndSomethingToChokeItDownWith #YouLeaveALittleEssence #SweetGiftsStraightFromTheHeart #YouAreJustADifferentFlower #ImJustAWorkerBee

If you ever find youself in a line where Jana King is serving something, take my advice and accept a heapin' helping of whatever she offers. Chances are it will come with a warm smile, a hearty hug and words of encouragement sprinkled lavishly over you.

Jana's childhood love of books, spilled over into her parenting and work as a school administrator. As she prepared for retirement, her friendship with Alan & Trish Graham emboldened her to ask for books to be a part of what residents had access to at Community First! Village, and to her delight that idea blossomed in the form of a library. Thousands of book donations filled the shelves lining this tiny library - each one a seed to Jana's hope of opening the hearts and minds of the residents at the Village.

Settle in sisters - because Jana is a hoot & a hollar; You are not going to want to miss Jana telling us the story of "Ruby" the Kansas House!

*For the record - it was Mr. Gary who was Kari's crew chief not Mr. Larry (#ComeOnKariGetItTogether)

Twitter: @JanaBKing

Facebook: Jana King

Mobile Loaves & Fishes website: mlf.org Insta: @mobileloaves FaceBook: Mobile Loaves & Fishes

Drink: Coffee w/heavy cream AND wine (crisp, not sweet, white wines or a wonderfully smooth red wine)

Product: gel mats in front of the sink, stove and baking area

Listening to/Reading: "Delicious" by Ruth Reichl and Kari mentioned "Long Way Gone" by Charles Martin

Hashtagable Quotes: #DexterTheSerialKillerDog #IAmProDexter #PeoplesWorldsAreOpenedUpThroughBooks

DelightfulReadingSection #ThatMightBeAnExaggeration #NoMoreNetflixingMarieKondo #ImWarmingUpAndNotToppingOff #KinderedSpirit #LittlePodcastThatCould

This was one visit that could have gone on for hours! But when Perri Verdino-Gates shared that she worked for Barney and Friends "for years and years" and TOTALLY surprised me with that little nugget, and the question cards went out the door, the wheels came off and we went wherever the Spirit chose to take us. Perri and Kari met during a service day with Mobile Loaves & Fishes' Community First! Village, a 51-acre master-planned community that provides affordable, permanent housing and supportive community for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness. She unwraps the gift in today's episode layer upon layer - her gift for story telling will have you hanging on to the very last moment where she shares... OH NO! I'm not going to spoil her last story.

Instagram: perri_verdino

Twitter: perriverdino

Facebook: Perri Verdino-Gates

Email: perri@mlf.org

Mobile Loaves & Fishes website: mlf.org Insta: @mobileloaves FaceBook: Mobile Loaves & Fishes

Drink: Topo Chico straight up! (sometimes with lemon or lime)

Product: Pajamas from SOMA

Listening to/Reading: Daughter of a Daughter of a Queen by Sarah Bird; Bad Girls of the World *actual title Bad Girls Throughout History by Ann Shen (KAL mentions Gary Sinise's book Grateful American AND former guest - see Episode 6 - Anna LeBaron author of The Polygamist Daughter)

Hashtagable Quotes: #aministryWITHAustinshomeless #karicantwaittostayintheyurt

Donna Layfield is the managing owner of Serenity Studios in the Heights of Houston. Kari met Donna through their mutual sister-friend of the heart Vanessa Vance and we feel it both right and fitting that we opened our time together in prayer. Donna and Kari talk about creative processes, their mutual love for the beauty in imperfect things and for quiete spaces to experience something new.

Instagram: @serenety_studios_tx

Twitter: @serenetystudio3

Facebook: @serenetyartstudios

Drink: Earl Grey Tea (sometimes with a little lemon)

Product: essential oils from doTerra (which you can get right there at Serenety Studios!)

Listening to/Reading: Tools for Mindful Living by Maria Nappoli

Hashtagable Quotes: #theputtputtpuppy #sirachathebetafish #thebeautyofimperfection #embracingimperfection #ramonaquimby #alooserepresentationofthatobject #integratedhealthcare #yousmelllikeamediteraniansalad

Tara Royer Steele invited Kari into her home for today's interview. Sitting at her farmstyle table in old wooden tent revival folding chairs, these two sister-friends sit and dish about Tara's early days at Royer's Pie Cafe, her passion for connecting folks with their truest calling (beloved children of GOD) and her newest venture, a 52 piece devotional/recipe collection #EatPieLove (don't you worry... we'll keep you in the know when the ding dang book comes out!)

You will want your very own Topo Chico by the end of their time together - and you will want a slice of "Junk Berry Pie" to go with it. Because as our friend Tara says, "There's so much grace in pie!"

Instagram: @graceupongracegirl @royerspiehaven

Facebook: Tara Royer Steele (she decided!)

Drink: Iced Tea (not a sweet tea girl - but likes TWO Sweet-n-Low)

Product: Young Living oils, make-up and haircare products (especially Inner Defense)

Listening to/Reading: Using her actual bible (rather than her phone) Remember God (by Annie F. Downs - and for the record, I asked Annie F. Downs to be on You Brew You, Tara. I think her people will eventually get back to @auntspazie - maybe it's time to change it to KariAnn Lessner #bless)

GatherInGrace.com

my.bravegirlsclub.com (Camp Haven & Brave Girls Club & Soul Restoration)

Hashtagable Quotes:#heyguysitsjustapie #theressomuchgraceinmakingpie #graceupongracegirl #eatpielove #stopsayingifandjust #usedtoloveaDrPepper

Joyce Loy, is a retired dental assistant, former stay at home at home mom, and mother of Kari (yours truly). Joyce is realizing her retirement dreams of raising four "precocious" chickens, home grown garlic and soaking up life's simple joys with her husband, Ran.

Pull up a chair for this incredible visit between mother and daughter that leads them back down a hard road - but one where both of them learned so much each other, the rollercoaster of healing and God's great love for all of us.

Instagram: @loy9691

Facebook: Joyce Youmans Loy

Drink: A glass of red wine - 6 oz is good for her heart! But a fresh brewed cup of Twinings English Breakfast tea.

Product: A new rose gold and diamond wedding band.

Listening to/Reading: Pandora's Simon & Garfunkel AND she can get SO MUCH DONE if she puts on this awesome podcast that she loves called You Brew You (wink)

Hashtagable Quotes: #iamwillingtobeusedofGod #healingisalotlikebrainbending #arollercoasterofjoy #youcangetsomuchdonelisteningtoYOUBREWYOU #YOUBREWYOUcleaningtimeaccessory

Genie Thompson Mack is one of those people you LOVE to tell folks that you know. Her beautiful heart shines out through her eyes, leaks out in her laughter and sparkles in everythign she puts her hand to. The fact that Kari's daughters both grew in their love of art, color and self expression under her teaching - that's just icing on the cake. Genie's creativity bubbles up in this chat between two friends - she shares about her inspiration as a pet portrait artist (her art has graced the walls of animal clinics, Texas Children's hospital AND a line of PIER ONE dishes!), her incredible candle company Genieology (she and her namesake aunt team up to create), and then there is her line of earrings - simply stunning! She's got her eyes on the skies - constantly looking for inspiration from God's creation. You are going to need a cold brew over crunchy ice for this one (too bad we can't all get one of Genie's momma's iced coffees!)

Genie's website: www.geniemack.com

Instagram: @paintingsbygenie AND @genie_mack

Facebook: genie thompson mack

Drink: Genie's mom's iced coffee (crunchy ice, cold brew) #lookingforaninviteoverhere

Product: Roomba AND her RAM truck

Pooptastrophe post KAL mentions

Listening to/Reading: You Brew You (the podcast #winkwink); Up And Vanished ( podcast); Homecoming (podcast); Slow Burn ( podcast); STown (podcast); Criminal (podcast)

Hashtagable Quotes: #pethair #thestruggleisreal #hesweetsixteenedme

Alyssa DeLosSantos is the single most hashtagable guest we have had on You Brew You. Her #SowKind movement, birthed in the spring of 2018, is a tale of how her family launched an epic adventure with one letter, slipped under the windshield wipers in a supermarket parking lot. "We all have words and they are free..." Alyssa says, and with "five minutes and the cost of a stamp," she challenges you to move from apathy to encourager. As one of Alyssa's friends reminded her, "#Sowkind isn't new it's NOW!" We are super excited to see how the You Brew You community lives into #Sowkind

Alyssa's website: www.sowkindmovement.com

Instagram: @alyssadls

Facebook: Alysssa De Los Santos

Drink: Awake English Breakfast *with room for milk

Product: Hello Fresh (no we don't get a cut for mentioning it - but we are open to it @hellofresh - #justsayin')

Listening to/Reading: Accidental Creative with Todd Henry

Hashtagable Quotes: #weallhavewordsandtheyarefree (*this one comes from Alyssa's daughter) #alowtideneverfollowsalowtide #peoplearentdistractions #peoplearentinterruptions #fiveminutesandthecostofastamp

We are enjoying a third cup this week. This week our episode includes thoughts, quotes, a poem, and meditations to reflect on for a few minutes using the questions found on our website: youbrewyoupodcast.com Example: - What is one area of my life that God would like to be more a part of this Advent/Christmas season? Do I have room in my life for wonder? Do I have a sense of the presence of God throughout my entire day? Why? Why not? Grab a cup and let’s start filling up on the good stuff!

Joyce Loy reading Mother Teresa’s Words to Love By

Kari reading from Reed of God by Caryll Houselander

Charlie Neimeyer reading from Rev. Scott Stoner’s writing for Living Compass on A Generous Soul

Kim reading from Applause of Heaven by Max Lucado

Elizabeth Yale reading her Advent Poem

Kari reading from The Drama of Christmas: Letting Christ into Our Lives by Morton T. Kelsey

Ruth Trout reading from To Bless The Space Between Us by John O'Donohue

Laurel Copeland Brown reading from both Julian of Norwich The Revelations of Divine Love and J.K. Rowling’s Prisoner of Azkaban

Diane Rader reading Words to Ponder by Brother Curtis Almquist

Kari with a third helping of her writing from O Wisdom published by Forward Movement

2018 Advent 2

Brew up a cup of something warm (one of K&K’s favorites is Harney & Sons Hot Cinnamon Spice) and then join us for Cup of Wonder this advent season. This week our episode will include thoughts, quotes and meditations to reflect on for a few minutes using the questions found on our website: youbrewyoupodcast.com

Example:

How is this cup like my life?
Does the cup’s transparency or cloudiness have something to say to me?
What does this cup have to say about my prayer life?

Kari reading from Dangerous Wonder by Mike Yaconelli

Sarah Condon reading Unmapped: The (Mostly) True Story of How Two Women Lost At Sea Found Their Way Home by Stephanie Phillips and Charlotte Getz

Kim reading Julie Polter’s essay from Sojourners Magazine

Danielle Word Antley reading Melody Beattie’s Language of Letting Go

Michelle Riske reading Sarah Young’s Jesus Calling

Jamie Martin-Currie reading from Monday Matters Advent offering from Jay Sidebotham

Molly Carr reading the Magnificat (the canticle of Mary)

Kate Whaley reading First Coming by Madeleine L'engle

Rachel Jones reading from To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

Kari reading her devotion offering from O Wisdom by Forward Movement

Preview of our January 29th You Brew You guest Genie Thompson Mack and her incredible candles #genieology, pet portraits and AMAZING earrings! You can find more of her things at her website www.geniemack.com

We invite you to participate in Cup of Wonder with us at You Brew You this advent season. Each week on Tuesday, our episode will include thoughts, quotes and meditations to reflect on for a few minutes using the questions below. Every day in between, we will post quotes on Facebook and Instagram. We hope you’ll journey through advent with us.

Sarah Condon reading “Are You Anybody?: A Memoir” by Jeffrey Tambor

Christy Orman reading an excerpt from Bishop Michael Curry’s royal wedding sermon

Kim Thompson reading Jim Burns with HomeWard

Kari Lessner’s writing from “O Wisdom” by Forward Movement

Veta reading from C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe”

Kari’s reading a meditation from “A Conversation with Cary Grant”

Preview of January 22nd’s You Brew You guest Alyssa De Los Santos and her #SowKind movement!

Find us on Facebook (You Brew You) to see the Questions for Reflection. So excited to share this journey with you!

We wish you a holy Advent, friends.

❤️ Kari & Kim

When today’s guest comes to mind, a thousand memories flood Kari’s senses - the sounds of worship and laughter, the smells of Dolce & Gabbana and sunscreen, the taste of salty tears from a good cry with a sister-friend and amazing food at the Los Lessner table (thank you Ron!), the sights of her daughters snuggled up close to her side and the feel of hands held together during prayer. Tori McClure is a real live Rock Star in our opinion, and not just because she writes, plays AND sings music that you can actually listen to on iTunes. But because she is authentic and genuine and sold out for Jesus. We love her on You Brew You - and chance are you already do too! I mean - she DID write our music. Y’all, scoot over and make room at the table for our favorite musician, Tori. (Incidentally, she is tiny but she likes to sit criss-cross applesauce which makes us love her even more!)

Tori McClure http://torimcclure.com

@deartorimcclure

Apple cider drink http://a.co/d/jcmOxge

Shampoo- Marc Anthony http://a.co/d/eM880Sx

Ben Rector http://a.co/d/j7MTf0H

If you only Knew by Jamie Ivey http://a.co/d/aQTdYml

Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin http://a.co/d/4uT0ZHj

Inspired by Marty Cagan http://a.co/d/gRcPr2M

Remember God by Annie F Downs http://a.co/d/cgerFoe

When Kari first met this week's guest they were both trying to find ways to link up with a whole slew of new "sister-friends" - and sweet Julie Shreve had a camera in her hands. That camera was her connector. Julie is an AMAZING aunt, a worship leader, a realtor, a two time half marathon runner and a connector of friends. Julie's blog is one of the things God is workin' on in her - but there is PLENTY on the horizion. Kari calls her the girl from the mid-west with a heart as big as Texas. Y'all scooch over and make room at the table for Julie Shreve.

Julie's blog: http://www.runwiththebiggirls.com

In honor of Veteran's Day we are pleased to share a new opening (a blog post that Kari wrote after the death of her cousin James Bradsher, III - who served several tours with the Army in Afghanistan) and a the re-airing of the You Brew You Episode 14 of her cousins Katie Draheim-Youmans Eichler and Kenzie (that first aired in July) about the life and service of Sgt Joshua Youmans (Kari's cousin.) We at You Brew You want to thank the men and women who serve in our armed forces both here and abroad. Thank you for your service.

Thank God this is a podcast and not a videocast - Kari was touching up her roots while she recorded this. We want to encourage all our listeners to head out today and vote! This episode comes with an ask, a challenge and a song. THE ASK: Please exercise your VOTE today. THE CHALLENGE: between now and Christmas, let’s start a wave of encouragement. Send three encouraging texts, per day, to those who are in your contact list. We are talking six minutes - and like Kari says, “If you don’t have six minutes to send out some positivity in your world, you are too busy sister!” THE SONG: Finally, Kari wanted us to encourage you to listen to Nicole Nordiman’s Sound of Surviving which has been such an anthem for her during a difficult year

The story behind the Sound of Surviving

Every Moment Holy by Douglas McKelvey (the liturgy shared in this episode)

P.S. How many times does Kari say “encouragement” in this episode? #SOmanytimes

This week, Kari sits down in the home of her new friend Danielle Fanfair, who teaches those who are interested in having a deeper compassion for themselves. Danielle and her husband are raising a beautiful daughter and one gill-baby, Icthus. Her ultimate goal is to show others how valuable they really are and the Enneagram is one of her favorite tools. Through her work with this ancient tool she helps folks find new ways to understand themselves and those they live and work with. Get ready to join her for #40DaysOfSuperpower beginning November 1st - because this is a gift that you can give both yourself and those you love.

Website: www.daniellefanfair.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle_fanfair/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielle.fanfair

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellefanfair /

Store: https://daniellefanfair.selz.com/

40DaysofSuperpowerPlanner: https://selz.co/EkcUi5v9S

Go From Confusion to Clarity: The Inner Work Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/1726188647

Blog: https://www.daniellefanfair.com/blog

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/danielle_fanfair

Twitter: https://twitter.com/daniellefanfair

Enneagram Text (free): https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test

Favorite Drink: “Liquid Gold” Jinka http://a.co/d/fDFsWKi

Product: My Butter Bar

Book: Laura Vanderkam 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think

Go From Confusion to Clarity: The Inner Work Book (Volume 1)

Hitting the reset button, is how today’s guest describes her summer (how is it possibly almost November!?!) Kari interviews her friend Leslie Martone, wife to Mike, mother to Nate the Great, Jacob (the incredibly awesome), and President of the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce, in Houston, Texas.

In their time together Kari and Leslie talk about the importance of family first, knowing when to tap out and staying curious. Though wander off topic and suffer from what they both call “camp flashbacks”, their friendship and sisterhood shine through. Leslie unpacks the gifts of faith, autism, blindness, and Multiple Sclerosis.

The Little Free Library https://littlefreelibrary.org

My Quotable Kid: A Parents’ Journal of Unforgettable Quotes http://a.co/d/fqab4gt

Mom, Share Your Life With Me Heirloom Edition http://a.co/d/fPG2rla

Jami Amerine is the author of the popular blog Sacred Ground, Sticky Floors, where she posts about Jesus, parenting, marriage, and the general chaos of life. She holds a master’s degree in Education, Counseling, and Human Development. Jami and her husband, Justin, have six kids and are active in foster care.

Kari and Jami visit in the car (because coffee shops are loud, yo!) about how she unintentionally became a Christian writer/blogger. Her writing went viral with An Open Letter To My Children, You’re Not That Great and then shot forward with the release of her book Stolen Jesus.

Anna LeBaron The Polygamist Daughter

Rachel Jones is Kari and Kim’s nutty-sweet friend Rachel is the Associate Editor for Forward Movement, a publishing ministry in the Episcopal Church, the parent company of Forward Day By Day. She works in Cincinnati and lives in rural northern Kentucky on a 90 acre farm (Makeshift Farms) that she and her husband, D.W., found on Craigslist. They have a dog, some cats, chickens, rabbits and a prolific jalapeno garden. Some of the harsh realities of farming lend themselves to food for thought as well as food for the belly. The way Rachel shares the duality of farming and editing has had Kari journaling since their chat.

Some things referenced in this episode:

Holderness “Our Biggest Fight: The Battle of the Bra” https://youtu.be/Ru0dj3ImLwM

Irish Acres http://www.irishacresgallery.com and The Glitz

Follow Rachel

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Housewifingismyfavorite/

Facebook: Rachel Jones

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rachiemgjones

Amazon Prime is her fav!

Kari is featured in one of Rachel’s projects this year

O Wisdom (Advent Devotions on the Names of Jesus) SHIPS MID OCTOBER https://www.forwardmovement.org/Products/2524/o-wisdom.aspx?bCategory=FMCHR

It’s an amazing thing to find something you really want to put on your bucket list. It’s even MORE amazing to find yourself planning, preparing and walking that dream into fruition. Our precious friend Kate Whaley shares her experience on one of Kari’s bucket list items - walking the Santiago de Compostela - in English the Way of St. James; an ancient pilgrimage that ends at the alleged burial site of the Biblical apostle St. James in the Spanish provence of Coruna. With the sounds of Ron and the girls in the background, Kate and Kari spent some time poolside this summer, reliving Kate adventures on the “Camino”. “Stand at the crossroads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way lies, and walk in it, and find rest for your souls.” Jeremiah 6:16 You are going to want to brew a cuppa, and settle in for this beautiful episode chalked full of faith, determination and beauty. Kari hasn’t booked her flight yet. Until then, “Buen Camino” to you, friend.

I-would-walk-500-miles.blogspot.com http://i-would-walk-500-miles.blogspot.com

Savoy Coconut Milk: http://a.co/d/4ljksix

Mary Kay lip Gloss: https://www.marykay.com

Beneath a Scarlet Sky: A Novel http://a.co/d/8f6jf42

We found a lost episode! Somewhere in the hub-bub of finishing up summer camp and heading out on vacation, it totally slipped Kari’s mind that she had this interview “in the can” (as we say in the biz.) A HUGE thank you to Sweet Linda Porter (mother of today’s You Brew You guest) for asking when it was going to air! And so it is with great pride and deepest pleasure that we’d like to introduce you to our guest, Jenna Barbee. When we spoke in June, on a bench beside the blob at beautiful Camp Allen, Jenna was a nine days from walking down the aisle to become Mrs. Alan Barbee. Kari and Jenna talk proposal, weddings, all that unsolicited bride advice one gets, as well as hopes for the couple’s future. Serving as a 2nd grade teacher in one of San Antonio’s most economically challenged areas, God is using Jenna to profoundly impact the lives of her students. We’ve made plans to interview her again in the summer of 2019 - and see what kind of difference a year of marriage makes. Congratulations to Alan & Jenna Barbee - a blessing on your heads, hearts and homes from all of us on the #YouBrewYouCrew

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Jodi Picolt Small Great Things https://amzn.to/2QJBJxU

Bora Bora #howdoesBoraBorasound #sexysexy

Small Great Things: A Novel

No coconuts were cracked in the making of this podcast today - you’ll have to listen to understand those shenanigans. But there was a copious amount of laughter (and a few snorts) from both Kari our guest Jillian Morales, the Queen of Positive Self-Talk. This includes (but is certainly not limited to) Fish Whispering, Master Juggler of all the Things, Professional Freelance Makeup Artist Encourager, Dietary Nutritionist and Motivational Mommy Mentor. Kari had a blast spending time with Jillian outside a coffee shop/juice bar, in her car in the middle of a thunderstorm. Jillian talks candidly about her daily choice to make time for the things that are important to her, family, friends, beauty and health. You can follow one of her two Instagram accounts @jillian_mor (for beauty & lifestyle) and @fitsperation_withjillian (for healthy eating tips)

Quotes by Jillian Morales:

Her personal mantra: I am awesome, the universe is awesome and we are one.

When you take on too much you end up losing yourself.

We are all beautifully different.

Products discussed:

Urban Decay: https://amzn.to/2N6Kns7

Maybelline clear mascara: https://amzn.to/2N3qn9G

2 Faced Melted Matt Liquid lipstick: https://amzn.to/2N45lrC

Sheet Masks: https://amzn.to/2oXZwgG

Terri Savelle Foy (podcast): https://www.terri.com/category/podcast/

You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero: https://amzn.to/2x1Fqpn

Too Faced Melted Merry Kissmas Liquified Lipstick Set New 2016

Aromatherapy Facial Sheet Mask - Hydrating - Essential Oils - Detox Jasmine Peppermint (5-Pack) by Florapy Beauty

UD Naked Eyeshadow Palette Original - 100% Authentic

Maybelline New York Great Lash Clear Mascara Makeup, Clear, 2 Count

You are a Badass (Deluxe Edition): How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life

Gabe and Kim Duran (our first couple - and the first guy on You Brew You) are two of the world’s most fabulous people, and our pick for “Public Servants of the Year!” Kim is the assistant EMS Manager at Texas A&M EMS while Gabe works as a police officer, the city of Bryan. They share a calling as first responders, though in totally different capacities, and give us a glimpse into the life of those who serve and protect. They make ONE INCREDIBLE announcement - this is one episode of You Brew You, you don’t want to miss. Thank you, Kim & Gabe for all you and your co-workers do. We honor you today!

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AeroPress Coffee Maker: https://amzn.to/2Q4N1fR

Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs : https://amzn.to/2Q4RM8S

Rosalums A Camp Allen Alumni Community via facebook

Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs

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Coming up on a year since Hurricane Harvey, Kim and Kari traveled out to Clear Lake, Texas to meet with Stephanie Mooring. She and her husband have two kiddos, a six year old girl and a two year old boy, and we caught her the day after they returned from a family road trip. Stephanie and group of her stay-at-home-mom friends were immediately moved to help those affected by the Hurricane Harvey and haven’t stepped spreading kindness since. Each using their unique gifts, these women continue to respond to the direct needs of those in their community, from providing Halloween costumes to thirty kids to partnering with Learning Resources to give 500 toys during the holiday season to filling the role of contractor for a family’s home repair project in Pearland - just to name a few. Be inspired by these women of heart and action. They are helping their community with their kids in tow.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Harveymoms/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harveymoms

Donate: https://www.paypal.me/harveymoms

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Italian Sweet Cream Creamer https://amzn.to/2AeXstm

Hattie Now Designs Jewelry: https://m.facebook.com/hattienowdesigns/

Justin Timberlake Music https://amzn.to/2LThw5I

Of Mess and Moxie: Wrangling Delight Out of This Wild and Glorious Life by Jen Hatmaker https://amzn.to/2JWUnOf

Eat Pray Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert https://amzn.to/2uP4ike

Fancy Nancy by Jane O’Connor https://amzn.to/2Aef34G

Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell and David Catrow https://amzn.to/2JZ0u4n

Of Mess and Moxie: Wrangling Delight Out of This Wild and Glorious Life

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Dunkin Donuts Ground Coffee (1lb Bag, Hazelnut)

Nestle Coffee mate Coffee Creamer, Italian Sweet Crème, Liquid Creamer Singles, Non Dairy, No Refrigeration, Box of 50 Singles (Pack of 4)

Summary & Study Guide Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India, and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert

Man of the Woods [Explicit]

Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon

Hands down Rachel is our guest with the most infectious laugh - to date! Her joy radiates through the conversation with Kari as she shares how life took a different turn than the one she originally set out on.

Former physical therapist, Rachel Najera’s found herself choosing a different set of intentions after the birth of her son, Little Ric. With her DIY sensibility and a homemade lotion bar, what started as a family bonding time, slowly grew to a family business that became her very own Rachel’s Plan Bee.

In August of 2018 this natural skincare company celebrated it’s 6th birthday - with cupcakes and so much JOY!

Rachel reminds us that even though things may not go as planned, you can create something beautiful with a Plan Bee!

Instagram: Rachel’s Peach Margarita recipe.

2 ripe peaches

1/2 oz lime juice

2 oz tequila

1/2 oz orange liqueur

1/2 oz elderflower liqueur

1/2 oz simple syrup (or to taste)

1 oz sparkling water

crushed ice

(2) rocks glasses

Natural Deoderant - Smarty Pits https://www.grove.co/catalog/product/prebiotic-deodorant/?v=2490&attrsrc=18&attrpg=catalog

Our personal favorite Beach Body https://www.rachelsplanbee.com/collections/body/products/shimmering-body-oil

Rachel Hollis “Girl Wash Your Face” https://amzn.to/2PqHGPx

Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be

Kari sits down with Tracie Jae, lover of Converse All Stars, a woman who speaks her mind whenever possible, and wants people to ask good questions of themselves and of the world. She’s a mom of three with her youngest at home, about to graduate from college. Tracie Jae has created a game called aim Glad You Asked. It encourages people to get to know each other in a deep, meaning, and fun way! She woke up from a deep sleep and had all the instructions on her heart and in her head. The response to the game has been amazing, noting that it have given them an opportunity to get to know the people around them in a real way, not just know about them. I’m Glad You Asked is non-competitive, and the only aim is to put down your phone and have great conversation. Questions like these invite conversations like no other!

Examples of prompts include:

I’m impressed by...

Have you visited the Hamptons?

Can you quote Jay Z?

What’s your favorite website?

Can you quote Indiana Jones?

Light seasoning or heavy seasoning?

Tracie Jae has events coming up, as well as expansion packs and a redesign, so be on the lookout!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/traciejae/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=519794367

Website: http://traciejae.com

Glad You Asked Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladyouaskedgame/

Glad You Asked Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/sogladyouasked

Glad You Asked Website: https://www.gladyouaskedgame.com

Sweet Tea: https://amzn.to/2AUuFKT

Tito’s Vodke and Cranberry with Lime: Vodka with cranberry juice with a squeeze of lime

Converse All Star Canvas Shoes:https://amzn.to/2M2l6i0

The Art of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://amzn.to/2nlNehh

Converse Women's Chuck Taylor All Star Perforated Canvas Low Top Sneaker

Pure Leaf Iced Tea Bottles Sweet, 18.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 12)

The Art of Presence

Kari multitasks while she speaks with Super-Mom-of-Four-Kids-Under-Eight, Christy Trabun. She and her husband Mike, Associate Pastor for Outreach at Trinity Fellowship Church in Richardson, Texas, also have a rescue dog named Ginger. Nine years ago, Kari saw Christy post something on Facebook called Embryo Adoption, something she had never heard of before. Christy and Mike had been open to growing their through adoption, and after having years of no success conceiving, they decided to attend an information session. Because of her belief that life begins at conception, they were very interested in the opportunity of adoption through this process. Their oldest and youngest, a set of twins, were conceived through embryo adoption from the same family, and their middle son was traditionally conceived. As a stay at home mom who is homeschooling the older two, Christy feels thankful for the time she has with all of her children and the way they teach and form her. She walks listeners through some important topics to discuss if they’re considering this while lifting the veil from a unique opportunity.

The Glorious and the Mundane Podcast: http://christynockels.com/podcast/

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YoungLiving Essential Oils: https://amzn.to/2ONAoFa

YoungLiving Essential Oils Christmas Spirit: https://amzn.to/2vjnpD9

YoungLiving Essential Oils Tranquil Roll On: https://amzn.to/2nfFjSP

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One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp: https://amzn.to/2M5ZLnk

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Life Without Lack by Dallas Willard: https://amzn.to/2M4Lib6

Hearing God by Dallas Willard: https://amzn.to/2Odiaf8

Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life (Genius Living, 1)

One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are

The Broken Way: A Daring Path into the Abundant Life

Imperfect Courage: Live a Life of Purpose by Leaving Comfort and Going Scared

Hearing God: Developing a Conversational Relationship with God

Life Without Lack: Living in the Fullness of Psalm 23

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Young Living Christmas Spirit Essential Oil Blend - Warm and Spicy Festive Scent - 5 ml

Young Living Tranquil Pure Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oil Roll-On - Serene and Peaceful - 10 ml

The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming

Friends, move over and make room for the wonderful Beth Magill! She is an Episcopal priest and currently serves as the Rector of St. Michael’s in Arlington, Virginia. Kari and Beth discuss Magdalene House, which is a two year residential program focused on wholistic healing for women who have experienced trafficking or prostitution. She started a location in Austin, Texas, and modeled it after the original location in Nashville, Tennessee. Women choose to participate in this self-directed program. Each location works to create a social enterprise that moves the Magdalene House to be self sufficient. Beth encourages listeners to be curious conversation partners about the needs of your own community.

Website: http://magdaleneaustin.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagdaleneATX/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magdaleneatx

Thistle Farms https://thistlefarms.org

Soy Chai Tea

Lipsyl Lipbalm https://amzn.to/2Ae95kf

Organic Manuka Honey Drops https://amzn.to/2LNFDD2

Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History Podcast: http://revisionisthistory.com

Small Great Things: A Novel by Jodi Picoult https://amzn.to/2K2rwrA

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Lypsyl Intense Protection Original Mint, Lip Balm 0.10 oz (Pack of 6)

Small Great Things: A Novel

A long-time friend of Kari who met sitting in the waiting room during their daughters’ dance lessons, Danyale is a super-mom of a blending family and owner of BlendStrong. Her husband, Donald, was in Kari’s youth group back in the day! Together they raise four daughters as a blending family: their oldest lives with them on a personalized standard visitation, their next two live with them full-time, and their baby lives everyday with them and their fur baby. A former teacher, Danyale feels her work with BlendStrong is exactly where she is supposed to be. The blog isn’t just for blending families, it is a grace-filled space for everyone! She talks friendship, parenting, family, and self-work. Danyale is currently working on a novel, the BlendStrong blog, and a children’s series.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blendstrong/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blendstrong/

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/blend_strong

Website/Blog: https://blendstrong.com

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Oil Diffuser https://www.youngliving.com

Books

Five Second Rule by Mel Robbins https://amzn.to/2LyrY5U

Tom Bilyeu’s Impact Theory https://impacttheory.com

The Happy Stepmother: Stay Sane, Empower Yourself, Thrive in Your New Family by Rachelle Katz https://amzn.to/2LewwyZ

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling https://amzn.to/2LrXaDR

Stepmonster: A Real Look at Why Real Stepmothers Think, Feel, and Act the Way We Do by Wednesday Martin, Ph.D. https://amzn.to/2O8KbFw

How to Solve Your People Problems: Dealing with Your Difficult Relationships by Alan Godwin https://amzn.to/2LsLTTE

Switch on Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking and Health by Dr. Caroline Leaf https://amzn.to/2JNfq5y

10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story by Dan Harris https://amzn.to/2JMlr2B

The Elimination Diet: Discover the Foods That Are Making You Sick and Tired-and Feel Better Fast by Tom Malterre https://amzn.to/2LJDJ6q

The Elimination Diet Workbook: A Personal Approach to Determining Your Food Allergies by Maggie Moon MS RDN https://amzn.to/2LyseSj

The Elimination Diet: Discover the Foods That Are Making You Sick and Tired--and Feel Better Fast

Stepmonster: A New Look at Why Real Stepmothers Think, Feel, and Act the Way We Do

10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works--A True Story

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, 10th Anniversary Edition

The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage

Switch on Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health

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Folgers Classic Roast Medium Roast Coffee, 72 Keurig K-Cup Pods

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The Happy Stepmother: Stay Sane, Empower Yourself, Thrive in Your New Family

How to Solve Your People Problems: Dealing with Your Difficult Relationships

The Elimination Diet Workbook: A Personal Approach to Determining Your Food Allergies

Enjoy this Bonus epsiode where Kim & Kari ask each other questions while driving Houston Traffic.

Kari sat down in the home of Athea Davis Ruben over a Egyptian Licorice Tea. Athea became a health and wellness educator for kiddos and writer, after spending a decade in the corporate legal world. Her first book, Today's Gonna Be Awesomesauce: Daily Meditations for Youth, Parents, and Families, was released in September 2017. She also meets with Soul Sense Yoga where she meets with private clients, especially families and children. She also works with schools in the Houston Independent School District. On top of all of that, she’s a mom of two boys. Upcoming projects are a children’s book called The Vegan Chicken and a card deck for special needs children.

High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way by Brendon Burchard https://amzn.to/2JuWkkB

Today's Gonna Be Awesomesauce: Daily Meditations for Youth, Parents, and Families by Athea Davis https://amzn.to/2NU2eiB

Thinking Fast Thinking Slow by Daniel Kahnman https://amzn.to/2JuCMN4

Pre-suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdin https://amzn.to/2KZKOTP

Principals: Life and Work by Ray Dalio https://amzn.to/2zH5XNC

Unselfie: Why Empathic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World by Michele Borba, Ed. D. https://amzn.to/2NkWMEg

Kwik Brain Podcast: https://kwikbrain.com/podcast

On Being Podcast: https://onbeing.org

Uplift Podcast: https://upliftconnect.com/channel/podcasts/

Tiger Puerh Tea https://amzn.to/2LrlDWn

Herbal Tea https://amzn.to/2NjlYeu

Green Tea https://amzn.to/2LnjEmd

Website: https://www.solsenseyoga.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solsenseyoga/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/solsenseyoga?lang=en

High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way

UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Numi Organic Tea Chinese Breakfast, 16 Ounce Pouch, Loose Leaf Yunnan Black Tea (Packaging May Vary)

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Teamonk Anicca Chamomile Green Tea Bags - 30 Tea Bags | Chamomile Tea Bags for Relaxation | Detox Bedtime Tea | 100 % Pure Natural Chamomile Tea | No Additives

Summary of Ray Dalio's Principles: With Analysis

Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade

Today's Gonna Be Awesomesauce: Daily Meditations for Youth, Parents, and Families

Kari got to meet Jennifer in real life for the first time for our episode this week, even though they have known each other for a while! Parson is Jennifer’s second child, younger sister to Darby. When she was born, she needed to be put on oxygen because her levels were low, and ended up getting put into the NICU. Within a couple of months, she was showing signs of health difficulties, especially with breathing. Time at Texas Children’s Hospital revealed that Parson has periventricular nodular heterotopia. That is when her lung transplant story began, and Jennifer feels responsible for telling her story until she’s able. At the time of this episode, Parson was just about to celebrate her 6th birthday. Before knowing each other personally, a friend of a friend, Kari, sent a prayer for Parson during her transplant surgery. It now hangs on the wall of Parson’s room. They discuss how to register to be an organ donor - one person can save up to eight lives. Darby is an amazing big sister, and knows even at a young age, how to love her sister well.

The Age of Worry by John Mayer https://amzn.to/2N2GHD5

Fix My Eyes by King and Country https://amzn.to/2u80tWL

Reckless Love by Cory Asbury https://amzn.to/2MZ5bgu

Register to be an organ donor: https://www.donatelifetexas.org

Jennifer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1095037388

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Palomino Pencils https://amzn.to/2u81MF9

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Jen Johnson Music https://amzn.to/2KKjtVP

Goliath Must Fall by Louie Giglio https://amzn.to/2KTIsFd

Goliath Must Fall: Winning the Battle Against Your Giants

Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens | Medium Point 0.7 Millimeter Marker Pens | School Supplies for Teachers & Students | Assorted Colors, 12 Count

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Simply Lemonade, 3 pk./52 oz..

Fix My Eyes

Sleeping with the Lights On

Palomino Graphite Pencils - 2B Orange - 12 Count

Topo Chico Mineral Water, 12oz Glass Bottle (Pack of 6, Total of 72 Fl Oz)

The Age of Worry

This week, Kari speaks with two of her cousins, Katie and Kenzie. Josh Youman, Katie’s husband and Kenzie’s father, lost his life due to injuries he sustained serving our country in Iraq. Josh was a caring and compassionate man, especially for his family. He loved video games, coffee, and outdoor sports. He entered the military in 2003, deploying in 2005. While he was deployed, their daughter was born. They were able to meet President George W. Bush and work to commemorate his life, especially on his birthday each year. Katie has remarried, and they are loving being a blended family.

Personal Facebook: katie draheim-youmans eichler

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Lilac Girls: A Novel by Martha Hall Kelly https://amzn.to/2MyxOkE

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King and Country https://amzn.to/2Kn19BV

Toby Mac https://amzn.to/2lIjCKn

Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) [Explicit]

The Greatest Showman (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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Run Wild. Live Free. Love Strong.

Eye On It

Mr & Mrs T Original Bloody Mary Mix, 5.5 Fluid Ounce Can, 4 Count

We Won't Be Shaken

Pepsi Wild Cherry Cans (12 Count, 12 Fl Oz Each)

Who Was Alexander Hamilton?

Lilac Girls: A Novel (Woolsey-Ferriday)

Our guest this week is Sarah Condon, Episcopal priest and author of Churchy: The Real Life Adventures of a Wife, Mom, and Priest. She lives and dies by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She loves pink wine, and supporting her sisters in leadership. She’s loud, and has great taste in music. Kim and Kari talk to her about all of this and more in this week’s episode.

Sarah is a frequent contributor to Mockingbird, a ministry that seeks to connect the Christian faith with realities of everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways.

Pull up a chair for an episode full of laughter, encouragement, and joy!

Sarah Condon Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/revsarahtcondon/

Sarah’s Writing for Mockingbird: http://mbird.com

Sutter Home Pink Moscato: Local Stores

Unmapped: The (Mostly) True Story of How Two Women Lost At Sea Found Their Way Home by Charlotte Getz and Stephanie Phillips: https://amzn.to/2M4w8it

Benefit Lip Tint Trio: https://amzn.to/2yp0bzl

Benefit Cosmetics Tints To Tease Trio Featuring Benetint, Chachatint & Posietint 0.13 FL OZ Each

Unmapped: The (Mostly) True Story of How Two Women Lost At Sea Found Their Way Home

Mandy is from a small town in Mississippi, moved to Austin on her own as a teenager, and put herself through college. She is a woman in tech, an engineer, speaker, a mom of girls, a wife, friend, and community leader. Kari and Mandy discuss what it is like to be a woman in tech, the importance of empathy and leadership in your work, raising families, and working on yourself and your family.

Enneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com

Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com

Mandy’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/devmandy

Bulletproof Coffee: https://amzn.to/2tl4F4f

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Coconut Oil:https://amzn.to/2M4dQxA

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Laneige Sleeping Mask for Lips: https://amzn.to/2JOOw1Z

Whole 30 Book: https://amzn.to/2MAtBhb

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile: https://amzn.to/2I0PmTM

Typology Podcast: https://www.typologypodcast.com

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle: https://amzn.to/2tk2s9o

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline: https://amzn.to/2JL3Mgm

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

Ready Player One

The Whole30: The 30-Day Guide to Total Health and Food Freedom

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Bulletproof Cold Brew Coffee, Keto Friendly with Brain Octane C8 MCT Oil and Grass Fed Butter, Sugar Free, Variety, 4 Pack

A Wrinkle in Time (Deluxe Hardcover Book)

Lauren Flake wrote a book to help your children process losing a family member to dementia, and helping them remember who their family member was. Mom to two young girls, a wife, and puppy-mom of two, Lauren is a blogger, author, and a project called Daughters of Dementia which supports caregivers. Her mother was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in 2006 about the time when Lauren graduated from college at Texas A&M. By the end of 2008 her mother was in a home with full time care and passed away a couple of years later. Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go? and Where Did My Sweet Grandpa Go? started as a poem Lauren wrote for her daughters, and is illustrated by her own watercolors and her late mother’s art. She works to keep the memory and story of her mother, Dixie, going. When she has free time, she loves art, gardening, books, and country-western dancing.

Website: www.laurenflake.com or www.loveofdixie.com and http://www.daughtersofdementia.org

Instagram: @loveofdixie and @daughtersofdementia

Facebook: www.facebook.com/loveofdixie and www.facebook.com/daughtersofdementia/

Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go?: https://amzn.to/2Lmfx9g

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100 Days to Brave by Annie F. Downs: https://amzn.to/2Lmy5pV

Mary Morris Music:https://amzn.to/2xGtDk7

John Mayer Music:https://amzn.to/2svHkgy

The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton:https://amzn.to/2Ln09tz

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The Lake House by Kate Morton:https://amzn.to/2kOnZDe

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100 Days to Brave: Devotions for Unlocking Your Most Courageous Self

The Forgotten Garden: A Novel

The Lake House: A Novel

Where Did My Sweet Grandpa Go?: A Preschooler's Guide to Losing a Loved One

The Distant Hours

Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go?: A Preschooler's Guide to Losing a Loved One

The Jazz Palace: A Novel

John Mayer Anthology - Volume 1 Songbook (Piano/Vocal/guitar)

Kim and Kari sit down to talk all things Summer Camp. Your YBY hosts love camp and are giving out some tips as you prep for sleep-away camp, especially for younger kiddos. Everything from packing to the importance of rest time to how to talk to your kids about their experience after camp. Kari shares her recipe for perfect sun tea and how to make bandana necklaces. Settle in for some some tips from the pros!

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Bandanas: https://amzn.to/2Lzj19z

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Temporary Tattoos: https://amzn.to/2Lunv1f

Hair Ties: https://amzn.to/2xiihCN

Battery Operated Fans (not mentioned in episode, but a good idea for comfort): https://amzn.to/2LC1I7U

Be sure to check with your particular camp about how to get email, letters, and care packages to your child.

Contact Kim and Kari to find out how to send them a care package during the week of June 10-16! Email youbrewyou@gmail.com.

Treva 5-Inch Portable Desktop Battery Powered Fan, 2 Cooling Speeds with Compact Folding & Tilt Design (Grey)

Dreamworks Trolls Temporary Tattoos - Set of 24 Tattoos

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Ghirardelli Twilight Delight Intense Dark Gourmet Chocolate Bar, 3.5 Ounce - 12 per case.

Bandana Printed Red, Count 1 - Bandana / Grab Varieties & Flavors

Harney & Sons Fruity Black Tea with Bergamot, Paris, 50 Tea Bags

SNAP N' Glow Stick Lollipops (18 count)"BLACK FRIDAY SPECIALS"

Kari checked in with Kristin Braun in Balcones Springs. Kristin has a background in molecular biology who is sharp and self aware, with a passion for ‘doing self work’ together with those you love. She developed Forming Families over a summer in the early morning hours. The class meets three weeknights a month from September to May. Topics for adults include default parenting, dealing with in-laws, and slow holidays and children learn to self-advocate, mediate, and boundaries; just to name a few. During the final month, participants write a family mission statement. This program serves families with young children and focus on building a strong community around faith & centeredness in our daily lives.

Episcopal Diocese of Texas: www.epicenter.org

Blog: https://formingfamilies.org/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821080677979570/about/

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YETI Rambler 10 oz Lowball, Vacuum Insulated, Stainless Steel with Standard Lid

Taylors of Harrogate Yorkshire Gold, 160 Teabags

Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme, Black Tea, 20 Sachets

Good Flow Texas Wilflower Honey 24 Oz (Pack of 3)

Taylors of Harrogate Irish Breakfast, 50 Teabags

Round Rock Honey - 3 lb. bottle - Fresh, Raw & Local

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Kari and Kim talk spiritual practices in general, and then Kari deep dives as she visits with Brooke Summers-Perry, an artist who is working to not only discover her own life through spiritual practices, but is working to make them available to others. She works with Writers in the Schools, both at MD Anderson with pediatric patients as well as with five classes of Houston third graders. Brooke speaks about centering prayer, reading spiritual texts, lectio divina, writing poetry, and painting - first with watercolor and now with acrylics. You can view and purchase her work on her website, as well as commission a unique piece. Brooke has an intense love of people, and is working toward living a life that is true to her.

Connect with Brooke:

http://summers-perry.com/

http://www.ordinarylife.org/

https://www.sacredspacesbylauren.com/

Website: http://summers-perry.com/

Brooke Summers-Perry Community Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SummersPerryCommunity/

Practice Houston Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicehouston/about/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritualspark/

Links:

Richard Roar Books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Richard-Rohr/s?ie=UTF8&page=1&rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ARichard%20Rohr

Windle Berry Books: http://www.wendellberrybooks.com/

Mary Oliver Books: https://www.amazon.com/Mary-Oliver/e/B000APELGO

Common Prayer: A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals by Shane Claiborne: link

Karen Walrond, Leadership Coach: http://www.chookooloonks.com/coach/

Caroline Graham, Art League Houston: https://www.artleaguehouston.org/instructors/

Paula D'Arcy, a writer, retreat leader, conference and seminar speaker: http://www.redbirdfoundation.com/about/

Jerry’s Artarama of Houston: http://www.jerrysartarama.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5qrXBRC3ARIsAJq3bwpel4bJNbuzTD9riUK0zNUmdOU8i3Gl9FItd_ZX9YK2LtaGFdoEt3caAoOOEALw_wcB

The Slant Reading Series, Houston: www.stmarks-houston.org

Cameron Dezen Hammon, Writer and Musician: http://camerondezenhammon.com/

Shellee Coley, Singer-Songwriter: http://www.shelleecoley.com/about

Barking at the Choir https://amzn.to/2FYWGy3

Just This https://amzn.to/2IjF2dR

The Poet’s Companion https://amzn.to/2rtpBG3

Just This: Prompts And Practices For Contemplation

Barking to the Choir: The Power of Radical Kinship

The Poet's Companion: A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry

Kari knows Julieanne from a few years back in Houston, where Kari considered her to be an important mom-mentor for her. In 2012, Julieanne and her family moved back home to Tasmania and bought the Iron Pot Bay Vineyard. Set by the banks of the Tamar River, they now offer a fine dining experience in a renovated century old cottage. Their locally sourced dishes are matched up with Iron Pot Bay Vineyard wines. Learn about the beauty of growing grapes, pruning, grafting and more; both in wine making and in our own lives.

Iron Pot Bay Vineyard

Website: http://ironpotbayvineyard.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ironpotbayvineyard/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironpotbayvineyard/

Anna LeBaron is an inspiring author, captivating speaker, and skilled social media strategist. Each of these components allows Anna to do what she loves most: connect with people from a diverse array of backgrounds. This amazing mother of five wrote the book, The Polygamist’s Daughter: A Memoir, which was released in 2017. For the last three years, she has been leading book launch teams, also known as ‘herding cats.’ She is a certified life coach and personal growth advocate who works with authors and others who have a story to tell.

Links:

For the Love by Jen Hatmaker https://amzn.to/2Kl0UDL

The Polygamist's Daughter: A Memoir by Anna LeBeron https://amzn.to/2rbjG8o

Love Does by Bob Goff https://amzn.to/2KqwqQT

Everybody Always by Bob Goff https://amzn.to/2r9yu7t

Love Lives Here by Maria Goff https://amzn.to/2ji78b9

Joey: How a Blink Rescue Horse Helped Others Learn to See by Jennifer Bleakley https://amzn.to/2HE3uXC

A Midwife in Amish Country: Celebrating God’s Gift of Life by Kim Woodard Osterholzer https://amzn.to/2I3ejlr

Friend of Sinners: Why Jesus Cares More About Relationships Than Perfection by Rich Wilkerson Jr. https://amzn.to/2Kne2Iq

Life Without Lack: Living in the Fullness of Psalm 23 by Dallas Willard https://amzn.to/2HCB0xF

The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God by Dallas Willard https://amzn.to/2rbPD0o

Hearing God: Developing a Conversational Relationship with God by Dallas Willard https://amzn.to/2HCbMPL

Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ by Dallas Willard https://amzn.to/2r9erWK

The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives by Dallas Willard https://amzn.to/2HGsflZ

Connect with Anna:

Website: http://annalebaron.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/annaklebaron

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annaklebaron/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annaklebaron/

Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World

The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life In God

The Polygamist's Daughter: A Memoir

For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards

Love Lives Here: Finding What You Need in a World Telling You What You Want

Joey: How a Blind Rescue Horse Helped Others Learn to See

Friend of Sinners: Why Jesus Cares More About Relationship Than Perfection

Life Without Lack: Living in the Fullness of Psalm 23

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Renovation of the Heart: Putting On the Character of Christ

The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives

A Midwife in Amish Country: Celebrating God's Gift of Life

This week we meet Brandy Lidbeck, a licensed therapist whose work focuses on healing from the impact of suicide. Her book, The Gift of Second; healing from the impact of Suicide, is endorsed by The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention as one of the top resources after a suicide. A video she made in encouraging all of us to be aware of our language around the subject got picked up by The Mighty in 2016. Kari was an admirer from afar, utilizing Brandy’s blog and book as resources to teach others about suicide loss and to show people that they’re not alone.

Links:

Brandy’s Video on The Mighty: https://www.facebook.com/TheMightySite/videos/637266636421087/

Jen Hatmaker’s For the Love book: https://amzn.to/2K3LKmg

Brandy’s Website: http://thegiftofsecond.com/

Brandy’s Book: https://amzn.to/2K3pzwf

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org/

Connect with Brandy on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thegiftofsecond/

Everybody Always by Bob Goff: https://amzn.to/2K0IO9W

Everybody Always: Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People

For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards

The Gift of Second: Healing from the Impact of Suicide

Join us today as we have our conversation with Karen Walrond. Karen is follow podcaster, blogger, photographer, leadership coach, author, and speaker. She calls for everyone to look for the light in all things. She has appeared on both local and national television and other news media, including PBS, Huffington Post, CNN.com and The Oprah Winfrey Show. She has won several awards, including the YWCA Houston Outstanding Woman Award. Whether through one-on-one coaching, retreats and workshops or online courses, Karen helps encourage others on their path to their own self-discovery using tools rooted in the field of positive psychology and focused introspection, guiding one toward a more fulfilling life.

You can find Karen Walrond through her website http://www.chookooloonks.com and has written The Beauty of Different https://amzn.to/2IrHonk

PathFinder https://amzn.to/2GA9fRP

The Beauty of Different: Observations of a Confident Misfit

Pathfinder

Today we learn the facts about how Diet Coke tastes better from a soda fountain machine---especially if that drink is coming from McDonalds with a lime wedge. Melissa Peter is the founder and program director for Bayou City Blessings in a Backpack. On this episode she tells us what a food desert is and how God is using her and a cast of literally THOUSANDS to help the underserved in Houston. Bayou City Blessings started feeding 50 children in 2012 and serves close to 1200 students on a weekly basis in three different area schools. She is a testament to what God can do with tenacity, a HUGE heart and sprinkling of creativity.

Links we Promised:

https://holyspirithouston.org/bcb/

Join us today as we meet with #OffensivelyGenerous Molly Carr while we gain more understanding about what she is doing with the Harvest Food Truck in the Montgomery County area. Molly shares what her ministry is doing and how their first year goal of sharing 3,000 meals was blown past to serve 17,000 meals through this ministry. She has 32 years of ministry experience and is doing some challenging and rewarding work to connect people and share in each others lives through a meal or serving others with this ministry. You can find this ministry at http://www.harvesttruck.org. The church that the Harvest Food Truck works with is St. Isidore Episcopal Church, http://www.isidores.org.

You can follow Molly and the Harvest Food truck on the following Social Media outlets:

Instagram: harvesttruck

FaceBook: harvesttruck

Twitter: @AbundentHarvest

Links:

Harney & Sons Cinnamon Sunset Black Tea: https://amzn.to/2I1hwhB

Hamilton Original Broadway Cast Recording :https://amzn.to/2pBdaqa

The West Wing Weekly Podcast: http://thewestwingweekly.com

The West Wing Completes Series: https://amzn.to/2G4q3zS

Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) [Explicit]

The West Wing: The Complete Series Collection

Harney & Sons Caffeinated Hot Cinnamon Sunset Black Tea with Orange and Cloves Tin, 20 Count, Pack of 3

This episode we have Christy Orman sit next to us and discuss her ministry and her experiences as the director of CUSE Houston, or Cathedral Urban Service Experience. [http://www.urbanserviceexperience.org] . Christy will discuss what CUSE is and who can serve through the program. Christy was the lead coordinator for the Christ Church Cathedral and Episcopal Diocese of Texas during Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. She shares about Hurricane Harvey relief efforts and stories of how people were loved through the outreach of so many.

Links:

CUSE Houston: http://www.urbanserviceexperience.org

Christy Orman: email Cuse@Christchurchcathedral.org

Twitter: @cusehouston

Instagram: cusehouston

The Hines Center for Spirituality and Prayer: http://hinescenter.org

Jen Hatmaker, For The Love Podcast: http://jenhatmaker.com/podcast.htm

Two Priests in a Pod: http://twopriestsinapod.libsyn.com

Zero Episode w/your hostesses with the mostesses Kari & Kim

Hear the story of how this podcast idea was born and brewed. Get to know how we take our favorite drink, a few of our favorite things and listen while Kari tries out her British accent (it’s a smasher!) Come snuggle up in a chair (or carpool line), fill up your cup and settle in for a visit.

Links we promised:

Celestial Seasonings http://a.co/j7EWt9B

Harney & Sons Cinnamon Spice Tea http://a.co/9FWj9qD

International Italian Creamer (I prefer it from the refrigerated section of the grocery - but this would work in a pinch for a “HUG IN A CUP”) http://a.co/8ZYDtEg

Merit Coffee

https://meritcoffee.com/

Shea Moisture w/frankincense & myrrh http://a.co/9FWj9qD

Man Ready Bergamont-Teak Soy Candle

https://manready.com/collections/noble-series/products/the-noble-series-soy-candle-bergamot-teak

Trevor Noah Born Crime http://a.co/3UtLhA7

Ordinary People Ordinary Things (Melissa Radke’s podcast) http://www.melissaradke.com/podcast/

Royal Bingo http://a.co/8nd3lsm