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Melinda Whitten and Carrie Varnell share about life, laughter and their love of Jesus. Great uplifting podcast for your commute!

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Welcome back to the Made Ya Smile Podcast! We promise we aren't turning into a civil engineering channel today, but hear us out...

The Secret Lives of Streets: Why is a road a road and an avenue an avenue? What starts out sounding like a snoozefest of urban planning turns into a surprisingly fascinating deep dive into the hidden history beneath our tires.

Unboring Questions: We turn the mic on each other with a rapid-fire round of quirky, unexpected questions that peel back the layers and reveal a little more of our true, weird selves.

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  1. Mythbusters: The "We Lied to Sell You Soap" Edition šŸ¤”

  2. What's Covered: We are exposing the health myths crafted entirely by high-paid marketing execs who clearly hated women. From expensive wellness powders that taste like lawn clippings to skincare routines with more steps than a corporate merger, we are separating actual science from things an ad agency made up in 1994.

  3. Hot Flash! šŸ”„

  4. What's Covered: Introducing our brand-new segment, "Hot Flash," where we air out our most humbling, brain-fogged menopause moments of the week. If you've ever tried to unlock your front door with your car key fob or stared blankly at a household appliance wondering what language it runs on, you are in good company.

  5. Wrap-Up & Encouragement āœļøšŸ“–

  6. What's Covered: We wrap things up by grounding ourselves with a solid verse and a much-needed word of encouragement before our internal thermostats decide to ruin everything.

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Ever feel like a sudden loud noise almost launched you into low Earth orbit? In this episode, we kick things off with a lesser-known menopause symptom that totally caught us off guard: the heightened startle reflex. We dive into why your nervous system feels like it’s on high alert, alongside a candid chat about a few other unexpected facets of menopause.

Then, Carrie pitches her latest "million-dollar" idea: the Wife Getting Ready Tracker—a revolutionary (and completely ridiculous) app concept designed to save marriages during pre-event prep. Finally, we wrap up the show on an encouraging note with our verse for the week.

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We’re covering the important stuff this week. First up, we talk all things Taco Bell—the good, the bad, and the cheesy. Next, we put ourselves on trial and answer: if it was your absolute last meal on Earth, what are you ordering? Lastly, we introduce Just Why, People?, a brand-new segment dedicated entirely to the little things in life that make us ask... why does this exist and who let it happen?

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šŸ“¦šŸššWhat do delivery drones and the Founding Fathers have in common? They both deliver the goods. This week, we’re sharing our ultimate favorite Amazon purchases that you probably need in your cart right now.

šŸŽ†Plus, the USA is officially turning 250 years old! We’re getting patriotic and talking about all the reasons we love America so dang much.

Hit play for laughs, a few excellent shopping recommendations, and a whole lot of red, white, and blue spirit!

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Grab your shopping carts and your favorite cozy blanket, because this episode is a glorious mixed bag! We are diving deep into the chaos of Amazon Prime Day—sharing our top deal highlights and the ultimate rules of thumb for buying products without getting burned by bad reviews.

Then, we pivot to the comfort zone: our absolute go-to, nostalgic sick day TV shows that guarantee immediate comfort. Plus, we wonder if actors that play the same thing over and over are really just playing themselves? All that, plus our usual chaotic tangents you won't want to miss!

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Grab your headphones and a cool drink—we are packed to the brim today with everything from hilarious observations to practical sanity savers.
Here is what we are breaking down in this episode:

  • Segment 1: The Great Podcast Monotone Mystery šŸŽ§
  • Why does it feel like every single podcast narrator suddenly went to the same school of flat, emotionless talking? We dive into the bizarre trend of the "podcast monotone voice" and why a little vocal energy wouldn't kill anyone.
  • Segment 2: Secrets of the Public Library šŸ“š
  • Think libraries are just for dusty books and quiet signs? Think again. We share mind-blowing fun facts, hidden perks, and incredible free resources your local library offers that you probably had no idea existed.
  • Segment 3: Summer Kid-Activities (That Give YOU a Break) ā˜€ļø
  • The kids are home, the weather is hot, and you need a minute to breathe. We’ve got a list of fantastic, engaging summer activities that will keep the kids completely occupied while giving you a well-deserved moment of peace.
  • Segment 4: Praying About Everything šŸ™
  • We wrap up the episode with a heart-to-heart on faith and surrender. From the massive life shifts to the tiny, everyday frustrations—there is nothing too big or too small to take to prayer.

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We are back and catching up on a whirlwind week! First up, we are celebrating a major milestone—Melinda’s incredibly successful art show! The art was stunning, the crowd was amazing, but the real suspense of the weekend came down to one crucial task: entrusting her husband with the high-stakes mission of picking up a bouquet of balloons. Did he pull it off, or did things go hilariously off script?

Next, we shift gears to the massive global event landing right in our backyard. The World Cup is kicking off, and we are diving into exactly what having nine major matches hosted at Dallas Stadium means for us living in the DFW metroplex. From the influx of international fans to the local buzz (and, let's be honest, the traffic), we talk about how our community is gearing up for the soccer spotlight.

Finally, school is out and the heat is on! If you’re already hearing "I'm bored," don't panic. We wrap up the episode with a quick round-up of fantastic, sanity-saving activities to keep your kids entertained, creative, and active around the area this summer.

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In this episode of the Made Ya Smile podcast, we dive into the importance of holding onto the moments that matter most. We kick things off with a casual catch-up, sharing the highlights and funny stories from our Memorial Day weekend.

Then, we transition into a heartfelt discussion on the art of creating "core memories" with your children—those small, intentional experiences that shape their childhood and strengthen your family bond. We wrap up the episode by grounding ourselves in scripture, reflecting on Psalm 77:11-12 and the power of remembering all the wonderful things the Lord has done in our lives.

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In this episode, we take a deep dive into the spaces and people that shape our daily lives.

  • The Mall: Our Modern Town Square We kick things off by revisiting the neon-lit hallways of the American mall. Far more than just a place to shop, the mall has served as a cultural anchor and a backdrop for our most formative memories. We explore how these massive structures became so integral to our social fabric and what their evolution says about us.
  • The Mother’s Day Haul From the sentimental to the "what were they thinking?", we recap the highlights of Mother’s Day. We’re sharing a look at the gifts we received this year and the stories behind the tokens of appreciation that made the cut.
  • The Power of Connection We wrap up the show with a conversation on the vital importance of community. In an increasingly digital world, we discuss why finding your "tribe" is more essential than ever and how local connections provide the support system we all need to thrive.

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šŸ—“ļøWe are back at it after a week away! We kick things off with a much-needed catch-up on where we’ve been and what’s been happening in our worlds while the mics were off.

šŸ’‡šŸ»ā€ā™€ļøIn our second segment, we’re getting personal about the "crowning glory"—and how it changes. From new textures and silver strands to the various ways our bodies evolve as we age, we’re having an honest conversation about navigating these transitions with grace (and maybe a little bit of humor).

šŸ¤“Finally, we wrap up with a "Get to Know Me" session. Melinda and Carrie put each other in the hot seat, asking revealing questions to uncover things even we didn’t know about one another. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to the show, you’ll want to stick around for this peek behind the curtain.

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Segment 1: The Mirror Lies We open the show with a little heart-to-heart. Melinda is feeling some type of way about how she looked on camera in our last video episode, but I’m not having it. I’m on a mission to convince my bestie that she looked absolutely beautiful—because she did! We dive into the struggle of being our own worst critics and why it’s so hard to see ourselves the way our friends do.

Segment 2: Why Haven’t They Fixed That Yet? — The Blueberry Gamble In our recurring segment, we’re tackling a high-stakes grocery store mystery: the blueberry carton. Why are we expected to drop $7 on a container of berries we aren't allowed to taste test? It’s a literal gamble every time. One week they’re perfection; the next, they’re mushy disappointments. We’re demanding a better system for our produce (and our wallets).

Segment 3: The Great Umbrella Disappearing Act Finally, we discuss the mysterious case of the vanishing umbrella. Is there a secret dimension where they go to hang out with all our missing socks? We explore why we can never find one when the clouds turn gray and why, no matter how many we buy, we always end up sprinting to the car in the rain.

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Grab your coffee and settle in! Today’s episode is a classic mix of life’s rigid boundaries, heartwarming celebrations, and those "almost famous" moments that keep us humble.

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  • šŸ“šŸš¶šŸ»ā€ā™€ļøThe Rule-Follower’s Manifesto We kick things off with a deep dive into Melinda’s psyche. Is it a virtue or a burden? We’re talking about her incessant need to follow every rule, sign, and instruction to the letter.
  • šŸ‘©šŸ»ā€šŸ¼Mother’s Day Gift Guide Mother’s Day is right around the corner! If you’re stuck on what to get the woman who has everything (or says she wants "nothing"), we’ve curated a list of thoughtful, unique gift ideas that are sure to win you "Favorite Child" status this year.
  • šŸ“ŗOn the Road with Melinda and Carrie: The Anderson Cooper "Almost" In this week's On the Road segment, Melinda and Carrie recount the time they were this close šŸ¤šŸ¼ to national television. We’re sharing the hilarious behind-the-scenes story of the day we were scheduled for the Anderson Cooper Show... right up until a literal war broke out and Anderson had to ditch us for Syria. Talk about a reality check!
  • šŸ«¶šŸ» Faith in the Small Things To wrap things up, Melinda shares a personal and touching story about the day she lost her keys. It’s a beautiful reminder of how God cares about the tiny details of our lives and how He shows up in the moments we feel most stranded.

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Grab your floral wire and your favorite organizers—we’re diving into a mix of nostalgia and spring cleaning!

In this episode, we kick things off with a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the days when an Easter outfit wasn’t complete without a classic corsage. We’re sharing our favorite Easter memories from years gone by.

Then, things get messy as we dig into Melinda’s junk drawer. In our new segment, "Chunk or Choose?" we help her decide which treasures stay and which ones finally hit the bin.

We also tackle a pressing domestic mystery: how many laps around the mattress does it actually take to make the bed? Is it a quick tuck-and-go, or a full-blown cardio workout?

Finally, we wrap up with a heartfelt reflection on the true meaning of the season, discussing the sacrifice of Jesus and what Easter truly signifies for us all.

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In this episode, we’re serving up a mix of fast-food wisdom and vintage vibes. Grab your fries and pull up a chair as we dive into:

  • The Ultimate McDonald’s Playbook: Think you know the drive-thru? Think again. We’re sharing our favorite life hacks to ensure you get your ice cream and your Diet Coke is perfectly crisp.
  • The Great Name Revival: We’re looking back at the "old-fashioned" baby names that are overdue for a comeback. From the sophisticated to the quirky, we’re picking the ones we want to see on a nursery door in 2026.
  • The Rabbit Trails: Naturally, we can’t stay on track for long. Expect some seriously random detours.

It’s a little bit of utility, a lot of nostalgia, and the usual chaos in between.

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Get ready for an episode that goes from "Wait, do we really need that?" to "Yes, Lord!" and ends with a whole lot of "You won’t believe what happened on stage!"

The Convenience Crisis: We’re debating which modern "helpers" we could actually live without. But let’s be real—if you try to take our washing machines, it’s war. 🧺🚫

The Ultimate "Yes": A powerful look at Communion. We’re talking about why taking the bread and cup is the most beautiful way to say "YES" to Jesus and His lead in our lives. āœØšŸ™Œ

BRAND NEW SEGMENT! On the Road with Melinda and Carrie: We’re diving into the archives! Strap in for the hilarious, messy, and absolutely true stories from our years of traveling and performing together. You’ll laugh, we’ll probably cringe.

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In This Episode:

  • The "Friendship Audit": Is it true love if you don't tell your bestie their hair is doing that thing? We discuss the delicate art of the "hair intervention" and why silence is actually a betrayal.
  • The Great Skincare Scam: We need to talk about the deceptive architecture of skincare jars. You think you’ve bought a month’s supply, but two scoops in, you’ve hit plastic. Why is the industry still gaslighting our vanity?
  • Spring Cleaning Survival Guide: The main event. We’re tackling the physical and mental toll of the annual deep clean. From the "keep or toss" existential crisis to the items that have been sitting in the "to-donate" pile since 2023, we’re getting real about what it actually takes to refresh your space.

"If you can't tell me my cowlick is acting up, can I even trust you with my secrets?"

Listen now to how to survive your closet clean-out without a breakdown.

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We’re kicking things off with a rapid-fire collection of random tips, tricks, and life hacks designed to save you time and add a little more joy to your week. You know...just some simple habits that make your daily routine feel a bit more "funner," this segment is all about those "Why didn't I think of that?" moments. Whether it's a productivity shortcut or a DIY win, you’ll walk away with at least one new tool in your belt.

We're also diving into one of the most debated topics in the world of modern "villages": Is it ever okay to correct someone else's child? We explore the social minefield of intervening when a kid isn't yours—from immediate safety concerns and "my house, my rules" boundaries to the awkwardness of restaurant behavior politics. We’ll discuss where to draw the line, how to handle the parents, and the best ways to speak up without starting a feud.

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Have you ever wondered what your "Mom Salary" would actually look like if you got a paycheck for every hat you wear? From private chef and chauffeur to CFO and dispute negotiator, we’re breaking down the numbers behind the magic moms make happen every day.

Plus, we’re taking a moment to give a massive "Smile" shout-out to the caregivers and nurses in our lives. Whether they’re in a hospital or at home, these "angels with stethoscopes" provide a level of care that is truly priceless.

Grab a coffee and join us for an episode that’s all about valuing the people who take care of us all!

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From sweet treats to straight tires, we’re covering it all in this week’s episode! We start by indulging in a deep dive into the world of chocolate, before shifting gears to Melinda’s hilariously relatable obsession with achieving the "perfect park"—because why settle for close enough when you can be perfectly parallel? Then, Carrie opens up about her upcoming Valentine’s Day plans and how she’s leaning into the season of love. We wrap everything up with a moment of reflection as we share our weekly Bible verse to keep you inspired until next time.

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After 28 years of friendship, you’d think we’d have seen it all—but apparently, the floor of Melinda’s kitchen had other plans. This week, we’re diving into the mystery of the unexpected kitchen holes (yes, you read that right) and the chaos of home ownership surprises.

We also take a hilarious—and slightly concerning—look at why our brains seem to be "clearing cache" faster than ever these days. How do we forget things so quickly? We honestly can’t remember.

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They say "little kids, little problems; big kids, big problems," but nobody tells you about the weird middle ground where the house is quiet, the birds have flown, and yet you're still navigating the emotional gymnastics of parenting adults!

In this episode of Made Ya Smile, Carrie and Melinda dive into the bittersweet reality of life as empty nesters. We’re pulling back the curtain on our own struggles—from the "should I text them?" anxiety to the realization that our roles have officially shifted from managers to consultants (and sometimes, the advice isn’t exactly requested).

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In this episode: Melinda Gets Kicked Out of Apple; Watch Your Words; You Idiom

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In this episode: After-Christmas Catch-Up; Our Menopause Starter Pack

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In this episode: Merry Christmas! Fix Your Attitude; Melinda Buys Carrie a Present; Thoughts on Zachariah

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In this week's episode: cheese bag zippers, manufacturers sneaky ways, Gen Z and their authenticity. It'll all make sense in the end. Probably.

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In this episode: UNHINGED Life Hacks šŸ› ļø; Holiday Fire Safety šŸ”„šŸš’

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In this episode: Melinda's Mishap with an Umbrella; Carrie Reminds us to Wonder

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In this episode: People Pleasing; Best Friend Questions

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In this episode: Keeping Up with the Joneses; Dopamine is Dope; 1 Timothy 6:6-7

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In this week's episode: Creepy Nursery Rhymes; Melinda Has an Art Show Coming Up and Also Halloween Candy; Ephesians 6:10-13

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In this week's episode: Birthday Freebies; Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet- Dentist

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In this week's episode: Fall Trends; We Can't Stop Talking About Seasonal Decor; Why Haven't They Fixed the Driver's License Renewal Place

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In this episode: Egg Shell Hack; Conspiracy Theories x2; Fall Porch Competition 2025

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In this episode, we talk about the very dark allegedly children's movies from the 80's and how to (and how not to) teach your children about difficult things.

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In this episode: What We'd Put in a "Later in Life" Kit; How to Be a Good Grandma

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In this episode: Menopause and Memory; Airline Safety Guidelines

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In this episode: Building our Administration's Cabinet; The Jerk Who Stole Melinda's Parking Space

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In this episode: National Clutter Awareness Week

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In this episode: Information That Lives With Us; Counting Down to Fall; Food Fatigue

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In this episode: Tweezers and the TSA; Who's your action star apocalypse team?

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In this episode: Side Hustles and Proverbs 31

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Melinda Whitten and Carrie Varnell are on a mission to make you smile. A little useful, a little random, a lot of fun! It's like a palette cleanser for your brain!

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In this episode: Nitrous Oxide and Existential Crisis; New Dads

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In this episode: We're back! It's been a few weeks so we're catching up, talking about new grandbabies and testing our friendship.

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In this week's episode: Hall Monitor of the World; Weirdest Jobs We've Had

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In this week's episode: The Wonder of Steroids; Cool Things I Learned About God

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In this episode: Catching up; The Journal of a Mad Easter Mama

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet; How Food Connects Us

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In this episode, we are celebrating our favorite thing--laughter!

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In this week's episode, we reminisce about the days of old, the time of yesteryear, and how we are so lucky to be alive with all of our limbs in tact.

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In this episode: ✈Airplane hacks šŸ’³Tipping and Giving

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In this episode, we rank bugs in order of how we deal with them and talk about how to be a very best friend...according to AI.

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In this episode: Melinda gets a new water heater; Listening phones and knowing truth

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In this episode: The colonoscopy update you've been waiting for; WHTFTY- Parking Spaces; WHTFTY- When does this movie ACTUALLY start?!

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet- The Rom-Com; Romancing the Toad

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In this episode: From Home Depot to Target šŸŽÆ, Crispy Diet Coke

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In this episode: Bible stories that were funnier than we thought; Team Catty-Corner vs Team Across From

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Raise your hand if you need a life hack! šŸ™‹šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø In this episode: Learning to ask for help from people who are not mind readers; Life Hacks!

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Happy New Year!! In this first episode of 2025: New Year's traditions around the world; Babies who toot; What's your Bible read-thru?

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In our last Advent episode of 2024, we're spotlighting the Prophet Anna, who devoted her life to anticipating the coming of the Messiah and telling others about the hope for the redemption of Jerusalem.

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This week in our Advent Series, we take a look at Simeon, who waited all his life to see the promise of the Messiah fulfilled, and how we can encourage one another when we listen and are obedient to the Spirit's voice.

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We continue our Advent series by diving into a look at Mary, the Mother of Jesus, who said "yes" without hesitation to a mission that would change the world. Will you say "yes" to His calling?

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It's that time of year! As we kick off the season of Christmas and anticipate the birth of Jesus, Resident Bible Nerd--Kelley Mathews--gives us a look into the story of Zechariah and how sometimes it takes a time-out for us to remember what we believe.

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In this episode: kindness goes a long way, Made Ya Smile Moolah Makers

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In this episode, we're talking about brain exercises and trying to remember why we walked into a room.

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This week on the podcast it's all things Fall! Our Resident Lifestyle Guru, Angela Everhart, is back with some fantastic ideas on dƩcor, Halloween costumes, and some fun ideas for your trick-or-treaters!

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In this episode, we discuss the benefits of observing the old Levitical law of females being separated from everyone else once a month.

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In this episode we're discussing what we mean by "smart". šŸ¤“šŸŽ“

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In this episode we are celebrating the beginning of Fall.

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In this episode: Fall Trees that Should've Been Easier; Hall Monitor of the World- The Latest Scams; John 8:31-32

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In this episode: Technology- Love it? Or don't...love it?; Autumn Appetizer; Honey- Nature's Sweetener

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In this episode: Carrie's Hollywood Adventure; Talking About Menopa--wait what were we talking about?

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In this episode: Rent-a-Tree; Good News

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In this week's episode Angela Everhart, our Resident Lifestyle Guru (a working title), helps us plan the PERFECT birthday party! šŸŽ‰šŸŽ‚

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In this episode: What We'd Gold Medal At, Stop it With the Fingernail Tapping Already

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet, Movies with Snow and Cozy Vibes

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We were on a break! But in a good way. In this week's episode, we get caught up on all the going's on.

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In this episode: Empty Coke Cans; Fireworks Safety; Words That Don't Make Sense to Carrie; Deuteronomy 14:2

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In this episode: I can't even remember y'all because brain fog in menopause is real. We talk about...something about our hair and then movies and I even think we throw some Christmas in there. Anyway, it's a hoot I'm sure.

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In this episode: Sun Visors for Cars; History of the High-Five; New Studio; Colossians 3:15-17

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In this episode we talk to our pal, Angela Everhart, who is our brand new Resident Fun Planner (we're workshopping that title), about creative ideas for Father's Day.

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In this episode we celebrate National Best Friend's Day (June 8th)! Don't forget to tell your best friend how much you love them!

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In this episode: Spring Storms Bring Opportunities; Disney Movies Explained Wrong

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In this episode: Pumpkins, Bugs and Summer; Seasoned Women's Best Advice; Psalm 143:8-10

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In this episode: Grown-Up Treasure Box; Mom and Grandma Instincts; Things that Made Us Smile

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In this episode: All Mom Wants for Mother's Day

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In this episode, we're sharing some tips that have worked for us when taking our young kids on vacation.

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In this episode: Melinda learns to say "no"; Melinda learns how to open her gas tank

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In this episode: Post Easter Weekend Catch-up; Watcha' Watchin'?

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In this episode: Some great facts with Resident Bible Nerd Kelley Mathews, Melinda aka "Minnie" has an announcement, Carrie should probably not serve in children's ministry

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In this week's episode: Fun Easter Facts; That Just Feels Illegal

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In this episode: Unpopular Opinion, Easter Chocolate

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In this Episode: Change is Hard, Claire Update, Arts Festival, Whoda Thunk It?

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In this episode: Leap Year Explained, Our Million Dollar Idea, Hall Monitor of the World, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet?

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In this episode: A Claire Update, The Shopping Cart Theory

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In this episode: Carrie's Visit to the Hip Doctor, Valentine's Ideas

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In this week's episode: Do-over Day, 7 Ways to Promote Memory Health

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In this episode: Update on Melinda's Broken Frame, Ways to Help

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In this episode: Carrie shares some random life hacks, Melinda shares about how weird it is to have GAD (General Anxiety Disorder)

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In this episode: Melinda Faceplants, Cute Puppies in Sunshine, How to Energize Yourself for Spring

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In this episode: Weather's A'comin! The Care and Feeding of Husbands

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In this episode: Welcome Back, The Struggle of the 80's Kid

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Merry Christmas, everyone! We hope you have enjoyed this Advent series as much as we have. This week we're talking about Jesus as Prince of Peace. This is such a great reminder that in this very noisy world with war and conflict and outrage, that Jesus came to abolish all of that. He is our Peace. Shalom, y'all!

"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace."

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We are on Advent Week 3 and talking about Jesus being our Eternal Father. How do wrap our heads around God being eternal with no beginning and no end?

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In this episode: Support the MWSS, Stocking Stuffer Ideas 2023!

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This week for Advent, we're talking about the coming Messiah as Mighty God. What does that mean for us?

We can trust him.
We can turn to him in our need.
He is worthy of our praise.
He’s capable of saving us.

"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6

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In this episode: Hallmark Christmas Movie Fun Facts, Ideas for Kids and Ornaments

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Christmas is upon us and so we want to pause and focus our mind's attention and our heart's affection on the hope we have in Jesus. Our Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, is back to bring some perspective and truth from the prophet Isaiah.

"For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given;
and the government shall be upon his shoulder,
and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace."
Isaiah 9:6

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In this episode: Melinda wins at Thanksgiving, Carrie has bear advice

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In this episode: Melinda rethinks her outfit choice, Christmas Decorating Chaos

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We're taking the week off, but we'll be back with an all new episode next week!

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In this episode: Fun with sand art, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet

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In this episode: Leftover Halloween Candy Solutions, Cuteness Aggression, Social Media + Thanksgiving

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In this episode: Phobias, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet-Straws

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In this episode: Sit and Start Cars, Carving Pumpkins

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In this episode: Birthday Freebies; Inktober

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In this episode: As Long As Its Warm, We Wear Sandals; Why Haven't They Fixed That; We've Got a Bone to Pick With Etymology

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In this episode: Pumpkin Patch Update, Fun Facts About Fall

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In this week's episode: A Few of Carrie's Favorite Period Dramas, We're Back from Vacation!

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In this episode, we continue our ranting on getting older. Rant with us, won't you?

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In this episode: Old Lady Badge, After 50 Weight,Ā 

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In this episode: Snakes! Resisting the Urge to Buy a Planner, and "Who'da Thunk It"

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In this week's episode: Carrie lost the cookies, Melinda has a pumpkin patch update, Carrie accidentally eats something she shouldn't have, an all new "Whoda Thunk It"

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In this episode: Back to School Tips, History of the Yellow School Bus

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In this episode: Delicious Breakfast vs. People Pleasing, Melinda Has a New App Idea

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In this episode: Noises in Cars, Noises at Night, Why Haven't They Fixed That Noise Yet, Happy Noises

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In this episode: Attack of the Sun Visor, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet, Washing Up on the Beach

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In this week's episode- making good habits, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet: Hot Dog to Bun ratios

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In this episode: Carrie's swimming embarrassment, the many uses of baking soda.

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In this episode: Melinda's chimney is now a conservation area, it's halfway to Christmas and something about volcanoes and El Nino, one more kid gets married.

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In this episode: We're on a break, so join us this week for a look back at some of our Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet segments.Ā 

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In this episode: Carrie gives Melinda a heart attack; Naps; Ketchup Packets

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In this episode: Melinda gives us a scam update, the values of listening, and a fun game of "Would You Rather?"Ā 

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In this episode: M&Ms Update, Mother's Day Recap, What I Would Tell My Younger Self

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In this week's episode: Yes, we're talking about lice, getting scammed, road trip survival

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In this episode, we welcome our friend and speech pathologist, Stephanie Spitaletto. Stephanie gives us some practical tips on how to engage our kids through playtime.Ā 

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In this week's episode: Comfort Shows and Funeral Arrangements

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In this episode: "Just Try It!", Its Okay to Make Fancy Lunches, Carb-Friendly Snacks

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In this week's episode: "I'm Sorry" vs. "Excuse Me", Word of the Day, and a Kwestion for Kelley

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In this episode, Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, joins us to talk about how God uses all of the senses to reveal Himself to His kids.Ā 

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In this episode: Road Trip Snacks, Easter Dresses, and Why Haven't They Fixed That Yes- Plastic Easter Eggs.

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In this episode: M&M ASMR, nature is painful, National Goof-Off Day, and what's up with the British countryside?Ā 

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In this episode: fire ant hacks, two types of moms, life update from Carrie

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In this episode: Grocery store etiquette and the real reason Melinda loves candles.

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In this episode: Melinda's harrowing tooth journey, what is "time optimism", and why can't we have pie for breakfast?

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In this episode: Ways in which you should drink water, Fun with icebreakers, We talk way too much about zombies

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In this episode: Coat the whole mini wheat Kellogg, Surviving Post Partum Depression, Passive Aggressive TechnologyĀ 

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In this week's episode: rethinking blinker sounds, why are cans round, highrise jeans

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In this week's episode: Happy National Popcorn (and Cheese) Day! and Melinda's inner voice is a jerk.Ā 

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In this episode: The problem with candy canes, where have all the saucers gone, and C's get degrees.

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Merry Christmas! Melinda and Carrie give you all the ideas for stocking the stuffing. Stuffing the stockings. Bunch of ideas for gifts. Also, a story about the gift of grace.Ā 

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In our last bonus episode for this season of Advent, we focus on the brilliance of Mary and her spirit of servanthood.Ā 

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In this episode: Christmas movies and music- the best and worst, manufacturing memories for your kids

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This week for our Advent Series we're focusing on Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. She went without a child for most of her life, but God blessed her "in her old age" with a son that would deliver the most important message ever given.Ā 

Jesus loves you, you can't mess that up!

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In this episode: Tips for avoiding seasonal depression and Kelley has no inner voice.

Jesus loves you, you can't mess that up!

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As we continue our Advent series, this week we are focusing on Rachel's Lament found in Matthew and honoring the women who lost their babies because of Herod's decree. If you have encountered loss and struggle to experience the joy of the season, this one's for you.Ā 

Scripture references:
Matthew 2
John 16:33
Matthew 11:28-30Ā 

Jesus loves you, you can't mess that up!

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Join us each week up until Christmas for our bonus Advent Series. This week we feature Anna, the prophetess, who devoted her life in confident expectation to seeing the promised Messiah.Ā 

Hebrews 11:1- Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

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In this episode: We're so glad Halloween is over, no really does mean no, an unpopular opinion.Ā 

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In this week's episode, we gather 'round the campfire and tell spooky stories from the Bible.

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In this episode: What new-fangled thing could you live without, Life Hack!, responding the right way

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In this episode: Becoming our parents, Life Hack!, Dating Your Spouse

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In this episode: automatic showers, grocery shopping, friends with myself, am I too judgy?

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In this episode, it's another "Kwestions With Kelley" with Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews! Or alternatively titled: "Hey! That's Not in the Bible!"

Verse references for this episode:
Exodus 14:14
1 Timothy 6:10
John 15:18-19
Ephesians 2:8
1 Corinthians 10:12-13

The verse that's in the song Melinda references, "I've Got a River of Life":
Numbers 21:16-17- From there they continued on to Beer, the well where the Lord said to Moses, ā€œGather the people together and I will give them water.ā€ Then Israel sang this song:

ā€œSpring up, O well!
Sing about it,

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In this episode: Bras, Why Haven't They Fixed That- Shirt Ribbons, The Art of Makeup

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In this episode: Kids on Vacation, Why Haven't They Fixed ThatĀ  Yet, Kitchen Disasters

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In this episode: Yay Lunch! Missing Toy Stores, Papa Jim's Tree Caper, Grape Goodness

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In this episode: We love lunch, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet, The Cricket Plague of 2022, Finally Rain

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In this episode: Carrie's pro napping and all things back to school!

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In this episode it's time for "Kwestions with Kelley"! Our resident Bible nerd, Kelley Mathews, answers our questions about where we get the 66 books of the Bible. We're cramming a semesters-worth of seminary in to half an hour people!Ā 

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In this episode: Fun with spam calls, truth-telling mirrors, things that made us smile

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In this episode: Aging up, not funny jokes, special guests Dan and Madison

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In this episode: Cute dogs and the baby-talking owners who love them šŸ¶ā¤ļø, wedding season continuesšŸ’, lies we've been told as kidsšŸ¤”šŸ˜³.Ā 

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet, One Tree Parking Lot, Pep Talk Time

Correction: According to the National Weather Service, the Dallas/Fort Worth area's record for days 100+ degrees was in 2011 of 71 consecutive days. Carrie was wrong. (It just felt like it was 100 days over 100.)Ā 

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In this episode, it's summer vacation time! But is it a vacation for mom? Is it?Ā  šŸ¤”ā›±ļø

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In this episode: Special hours for introverts, where did all the corsages go, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That, Childhood Celebrity Crushes, Learning New Skills

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In this episode: Keeping kids entertained in 103 degree weather, what our super power be, awkward elevators

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In this episode: First Aid for Panic Attacks, Recurring Dreams

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In this episode: Weddings Then and Now, Hall Monitor of the World- Dressing Rooms

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In this episode, we sit down with Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, and ask "What's the Big Idea?" about Ephesians.Ā 

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In this episode- Family Camp the movie (!), Airplane Recliners (is it me?), Quarterly Weather Complaining, Rating our Mother's Day

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In this episode, we sit down with Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, and get the big idea behind the book of Numbers. There's no math involved, we promise.

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In this episode: A Veggie Chip update, Driving Angry to Worship Music, Scarring your Children for Life

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In this episode, we talk about the little known phenomena of adult kids confessing the things they got away with when they were younger.

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In this episode, Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, sets the record straight on some common misconceptions about people in the Easter story.Ā 

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In this episode: Pep Talk Time, Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet

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In this episode: Happy 60th Anniversary to Bro. Larry and Ms. Jane (Carrie's Mom and Dad), Easter Dresses of Old, Hall Monitor of the World

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In this episode: Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet, Women Behaving Nicely, Pep Talk Time- We're All Awkward

Be sure and check out Melinda's art work! "He Knows Your Name Cards" are available on Etsy. Get personalized one-of-a-kind art work for your friends and family. Perfect for Mother's Day, a graduating senior, or for yourself!Ā 

You can find Melinda's art work on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HeKnowsYourNameCards?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=507218611Ā 

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Happy Women's History Month! In this episode, we invited our Resident Bible Nerd, Kelley Mathews, to stop by and talk about some women in the Bible you might have never heard about. We learn things when she's here.Ā 

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There's a lot going on in our world...like, a lot...and it is really easy to feel overwhelmed. In this episode, we circle the wagons and share how we've been working on disconnecting and focusing on how big our God is.Ā 

The verse Carrie couldn't remember is from Habakkuk 1:5.Ā 

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In this episode, we sit down with our resident Bible nerd, Kelley Mathews, to find out what Lent is all about. Also, Melinda has tech issues in a Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet.Ā 

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In this episode, we talk to our resident Bible nerd, Kelley Mathews, about what to do when you're reading the Bible and something doesn't seem right about God's character.Ā 

Bible commentary resources:
The Bible Project- https://bibleproject.com/

Dr. Constable
https://planobiblechapel.org/soniclight/

Bible Hub-https://biblehub.com/

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In this episode: Melinda's bummer of a day, Jeans Update, Eating Cake and Self-Control

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In this episode- The Art of Forgiveness and Why Haven't They Fixed That Yet

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In this episode: Stephanie Spitaletto talks to us about #ForRealFebruary, and "Just Try It".

You can be a part of #forrealfebruary by posting your own questions about life and faith and using the hashtag, or by following Stephanie Spitaletto on Facebook and Instagram @stephaniets67!Ā 

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In this episode: 80's Flashback, Why Haven't They Fixed That: Ice Cream Portions

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In this episode: Yes, we're still talking about Christmas, Questions with Kelley

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In this episode: Speaking kind words, Why Haven't They Fixed That/This Yet, New Years Resolutions

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In this episode: The Journal of a Mad ruin Christmas Mama and Questions with Kelley: Nativity Edition

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In this episode we talk about the Advent theme of peace.

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In this episode- Christmas Mental Health Check, What in the world is the ESRB?

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In this episode we talk about the Advent theme of Joy

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In this episode- Christmas songs we don’t like, Why haven’t they fixed that yet, Serving at Christmastime

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In this episode we talk about the Advent theme of love.

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In this episode: Christmas shows gone wrong, making memories and improvising traditions.

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In this episode we talk about the Advent theme of hope.

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In this episode: Love baked into a casserole, Why Haven’t They Fixed That?

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In this episode- Questions with Kelley, Just Try It

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World Kindness Day, Halloween Candy, Hall Monitor of the World

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Weird feet, weird dreams, weird cars, and weird opinions. It's a grab-bag of topics this week!

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In this episode- Random natural remedies and doctor visits.

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In this episode we celebrate our consistency, some favorite things, and Christmas.

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In this episode- Doctor Visits, Getting to Know Me, Hall Monitor of the World

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In this episode- God Moments, Why Haven’t They Fixed That/This Yet

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In this episode- Being southern and shopping endorphins.

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In this episode we clean house- inside and out!Ā 

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In this episode- Annoying kids that care about your health, getting older, and what we think Heaven will be like.

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In this episode: Losing your kids and grace-filled parenting and ā€œWhy Haven’t They Fixed This Yet?ā€

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In this episode: ā€œJust Try Itā€, LG’s jingle earworm, and being grateful

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Carrie Varnell and Melinda Whitten cover parenting and "to college or not to college," possums, and vacations. Weirdly it's all about family.Ā 

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The Skitzy Chicks talk about their friendship and hall monitors.Ā