Friends of a Feather: Recent Episodes
Wren Robbins
I pray that this is the place where you be encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Every time you download an episode I want for you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you’ve tuned in or if you’ve been joining in for a while, you are welcome here, friend!
SIX years.
Six years of God stories being shared every Friday.
Six years of encouragement, spurring us on in our Faith walks, and leading us in closer fellowship with Jesus.
I am honored to have journeyed this with you, my friend.
These 212 episodes will still live on, so feel free to go back and catch those you may have missed!
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In college, Brian Dixon started out heading down the “music-and-theatre” road, until a life-changing car accident redirected him. After being told he may never have kids (he now has 3) and not walking again (he’s completed numerous marathons and a number of triathlons), he views his life as a picture of God’s redemption and grace. Dr. Dixon ended up training to be a teacher, where he met Julie, now his wife of 20 years. They are raising their children in Charlotte, NC to be entrepreneurial, kingdom-minded humans.
Living life as a believer means we need to have God’s Word in our hearts. But how does one DO that in these busy times? As Brian points out, we need to get into the Word every single day. It most likely means that we will have to sacrifice something; and, like Jesus, we may have to get up early and “get away.” Brian starts every day reading, praying, listening to the Abide app…doing whatever it takes to get God’s Word into his heart.
Listen in for encouragement to keep on keepin on, friend!
For full show notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/212
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I know we can all agree that we all want to fight to help our kids have a happy, healthy life.
And, part of that is teaching them to be healthy in their screen time.
Listen as I chat with Tracy Foster, one of the co-founders of S.T.A.R.T. (Stand Together and Rethink Technology).
Practical tools to prepare us as parents...YES MAAM!
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Busy raising three children, working hard to open her own brinks-and-mortar business in her hometown, managing her third marriage, totally burning the candle at both ends…
Complete chaos! Can you relate to any of this?
My guest today, Carmen James, was so busy working hard at trying to achieve success according to the world’s definition, that she forgot a crucial piece enabling her to enjoy the fruits of her labor: self-care and stress management.
Now can you relate?
But a dramatic and unexpected cancer diagnosis was followed by a three-month-long wait to see a specialist, a time which Carmen described as “the scariest, darkest, most horrific experience ever,” proved life-changing in ways she never expected.
Listen and go find Show Notes, here: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/210
To connect with Carmen, go to:
http://carmenjamesfitness.com
Reach out to her on Instagram @carmenjamesfitness
And on Facebook, Desperately Seeking Healthy and Happy
In today’s episode, I hope you will be touched and ministered by the conversation I had with my childhood friend, Angie.
She and Nathan have been married for 20 years, and are parents to Mariana (16), Adrian (13), and Graham (11). She works in Women’s Ministry at Faith Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. Years ago, they walked through the pain of losing a child, and she shares that journey with us today.
Don't miss this raw, emotional but uplifting episode with Angie!
For full Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/208
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In 2007, Melinda Patrick found herself going through a divorce that she didn’t want. Thinking she had done #allthethings a good, Christian wife was “supposed” to do, she realized that this was an example of mankind’s free will being exercised. The day after her family (they had a 13 yr-old and 16-yr-old) moved into the home she and her husband had designed and built themselves, he walked out.
Reeling, she remembers thinking “I don’t understand.”
Melinda’s story is both heartbreaking and mesmerizing; alternately filled with pain and promise. Throughout the process of her divorce, one piece of Scripture was especially life-giving:
"The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life." Job 33:4
Listen in and share this episode!
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Charlotte Easley is a life coach with a background in clinical counseling work, specializing in trauma. She works with women to help them understand that their worth doesn’t come from what they do, but rather, who they are. When she was 56 years old, her youngest child went off to military school, but she knew that God wasn’t done with her yet! So she embarked on a “second journey” and began on a Master’s of Social Work program - in a classroom full of 20-somethings.
So much gold in this episode. It’s like sitting and listening to a sweet, loving friend and mentor…
Listen to our entire interview and then download her “10 Thought Habits that May be Sabotaging Your Relationships” from her website at CharlotteEasley.com
Reach out to her on Instagram @thewomanslifecoach
And feel free to reach out to me, too, on Instagram @friendsofafeatherpodcast
We’re not “real life” friends yet, but Sharon Tedford and I have been connected, via Instagram, for a while now. Artist, painter, worship leader, singer, mom, and now also a podcast host…this is gonna be a wide-ranging episode!
Sharon was born in the south, too - southern England (Weymouth, in Dorsett), although she’s lived in Texas for the last 12 years. Her bucolic childhood included summers of selling souvenirs to “grockles” (tourists) and talking to people about Jesus at seaside church services. And then, in the dark winters, spending time enjoying family and going cycling in the dark.
Listen in to this great episode with Sharon!
To connect with Sharon, find her on Instagram, 61-things
To connect with Wren, find her on Instagram as well!
I caught up again with Bailey Hurley recently to talk about friendship. But we talked a LOT about a whole bunch of other things, too. It was fun catching up with her. Since she was last on the show, in episode 69, much has changed, both in her life and the world around us. Because her upcoming book is all about friendship, I asked her for some practical tips she could share with us as we all renavigate friendships these days. And off we went! For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/204
To connect with Bailey, go to: www.baileythurley.com
To connect with Wren, go to www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
When Kate Elmore turned 27, she had a baby.
Five months after giving birth, she discovered she had thyroid cancer. And went through surgery. And radiation. And isolation. And more.
Her faith is what carried her through. It was the light in a bad day, the peace that God gave her, the strength she didn’t know she had…
And what brought her to the other side of her pain.
Kate sat down with me recently and told me about her journey.
To connect with Kate go to: www.instagram.com/shopwordwarriors
My friend and past coaching client Brandice Lardner is the host on The Grace-Filled Plate, where, as she describes it, she: helps Christian women ditch the diet mentality and find food freedom through their faith. It's the place for real, honest talk about eating, weight loss, and body image all through a Biblical lens.
We had a great conversation; prepare to be encouraged, friend!
For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/202
Grab Brandice's free Faith Food email course: https://gracefilledplate.com/faith-food-email-course
Ever felt called to start YOUR own podcast? Book a free 15 minute call and let's chat about it! www.wrenrobbins.com/bookacall
Before she got married, Katie Jones became immersed in the FIRE movement (Financial Independence Retire Early). An early goal of hers was to retire by the age of 40. But over time, she began to question the concept of passive income and her approach to both money and work. She began to ask “What does my faith have to do with that and what does God say about it?”
“Financial independence in and of itself isn’t wrong. It becomes wrong when it crosses the line so that I’m relying only on myself, and not on God.” Katie Jones
WHOA...THAT^^^^^
Listen in and be encouraged!
Also, check out the Show Notes: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/0201
In order to celebrate the 200th episode of Friends of a Feather podcast, Monique Scrip interviewed ME. Whaaaa…??
Although I was on “the other side of the mic,” so to speak, Monique is a wonderful host and interviewer, and the episode was so much fun for both of us. Below are the topics you won’t want to miss:
---“behind the scenes truth” about my humble beginnings.
---I “pull back the curtain” a bit on ME. Y’all, I’m usually highlighting my guests, so this was a really unusual place for me to be.
---how I came up with the name “Friends of a Feather”...
AND MORE!
Listen in and let me know what you think of it on Instagram! www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
Detailed Show Notes: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/200
When Abby Turner’s oldest child was in 4th grade, his teachers suggested they screen him for ADHD. In the middle of doing the assessment, they realized that their 2-yr-old daughter actually scored higher on the scale.
Thus, their adventure began.
Abby talks about the unique specifics regarding their children’s characteristics, and what fueled her current calling to encourage and support parents of children with ADHD, using both Biblical and psychological tools.
Connect with Abby at FlourishingFamilyCoaching.com and on Facebook @fam_flourish
For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/199
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Years ago I started sharing with you my top 10 gift-giving guides to kick off your Christmas shopping. These are 12 small, Christian-based businesses that I support and have personally purchased from. So, without further ado, it is once again a privilege to share this year’s picks - get started with your shopping this Friday (if you haven’t already!). For complete Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/198
To order a Sol Planner click here
To order a Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal click here
To order a Do a New Thing journal click here
To book a call for information on Podcast Coaching with Wren click here
Five years ago today’s guest, Leslie Glass, found herself in a life situation that can best be described as chaotic. Her family moved away far enough to disconnect them from the life they knew, losing the support and closeness to friends and their church fmaily. She left her job of 15 years to begin a season as a stay-at-home mom. Their marriage was struggling. She felt depleted, isolated, and overwhelmed. God knew she was in desperate need of rhythms.
-> There were lots of practical suggestions to help you craft life-giving rhythms in your life in this episode. Listen to the entire convo here!
-> Get Leslie’s free download “Five Small Shifts to a Life-Giving Morning”
-> Leslie is a Rhythm Coach and can help you in this process of establishing your own rhythms. Connect with her on her website at lesliecglass.com, and on Instagram
See past guests on the Friends of a Feather Podcast on Instagram @friendsofafeatherpodcast
Christian life coach and business owner, Latoya Edwards, is a busy single mom with 4 children, but she managed to carve out some time to talk with me recently. Make sure you get comfy and ya’ might want to grab a notebook and pen, while you’re at it.
With all that she has on her plate, LaToya first tackled the question “How do you get it all done?”
And then we got deep, as LaToya shared a portion of her “backstory” with us.
After listening to the episode, follow LaToya on Instagram and check out her web site.
Full Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/195
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“Growing Slow” is not only the name of author Jennifer Dukes Lee's latest book but the topic of today’s conversation.
Living on a farm in rural Iowa, Jennifer and her husband loved the idea of leaving their fast-paced jobs to raise a family and run a farm. Far from the hustle and bustle they both had become accustomed to, she had no idea that stress, or “hurry sickness”, would ever again apply to her.
Until during a routine visit to her doctor, who told her that she truly needed to make some changes.
Enjoy listening to this episode today!
For FULL Show Notes and links, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/194
Grab Jennifer's book here!
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Alison is a wife, mom, Bible Teacher, and podcaster sharing how to study the Bible through funny Instagram reels, courses, and podcast episodes.
Alison walked through a very difficult time a few years ago when her ex-husband wanted a divorce. Alison found the grace of God and the comfort that only HE can give.
Hear her story and check out the FULL Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/193
Do you struggle with seeking the Lord in prayer? Do you ever get to a point where you think “I’m not going to do this well, so why even try?”
If so, you’re not the only one!
The perfectionist in us sometimes keeps us from going to God in prayer, and then we tend to feel guilty about that. Listen, getting lost in silly or inconsequential activities will happen (think: scrolling through Instagram or getting lost in Pinterest) - because we’re human.
But we don’t have to allow shame about doing those things to stop us from going back to God.
We don’t have to feel defeated before we even start. Val and I had a great conversation about her getting off Instagram last February. And if you’re struggling with getting sucked into any platform and being obedient to what God’s calling you to do personally, there’s lots of “gold” in this episode.
For Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/192
Ginny Owens has spent the last two decades as a singer/songwriter, author, teacher, and advocate. Her unique musical style and inspirational lyrics have taken her to many diverse venues, including the White House, the Sundance Film Festival, Lilith Fair, and the National Day of Prayer in Washington, DC. She has served as an adjunct professor at her Alma Mater, Belmont University in Nashville, TN, as a worship leader, and has partnered with non-profits. Her latest book, Singing in the Dark, is available on Amazon and in local bookstores.
Music has always been a part of her life, and she was the recipient of the Gospel Music Association’s New Artist of the Year in 2000, recording over 10 albums since that time.
As a child, she climbed trees, rode bikes, and played with the neighborhood kids.
What might also be mentioned - for those who do not know her - is that Ginny Owens accomplished all this after losing her sight at age 3.
We sat down for a conversation recently and talked about finding peace during these turbulent times. It was a conversation surrounded by grace, and she had some gentle, encouraging thoughts to share with us...
For full Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/191
Recently I had the honor (and fun!) of interviewing Michael and Christy Pritchard, who have a weekly podcast called Diapers to Diplomas. They share the adventures of their transracial, adopted, special needs family to share hope for your own parenting journey and help you to lead your family well.
For episode Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/190
In a recent conversation with Christy Wright, author, personal growth expert, and founder of “Business Boutique” she shared encouragement to help you build your confidence, grow your faith, and become the person God wants you to be.
We walk around with this heavy belief, the lie that we’re not doing a good job...at work, at home. That we’re not doing the things God created us to do. Not being the woman God created us to be.
The only way to combat those beliefs is with the truth! We need to get out of our own way…
The problem with our calendars is not the calendar. Find out what the problem is....in the Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/189
Brad & Lisa Valencia are the couple behind the Unrelenting Pursuit Podcast where they desire to see all marriages in an unrelenting pursuit of love, joy, and forgiveness. They share openly and honestly about their story of infidelity and the long road to redemption. Their honesty can offer a beacon of hope into whatever your marriage may be going through, and a roadmap for others to learn from.
For full blog post and where to connect with them, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/188
Ellie Holcomb is a delightful woman sharing about her struggles but her HOPE in God! Don't miss this short but super sweet episode!!!
To visit the entire Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/187
Sarah Light lives in Ohio, is married to her husband who works for Young Life, she's a homeschool mom and runs a paper planner company, Sol Planners!
Find FULL Show Notes including her free planning work sheet AND her Creamy Jalapeño salad dressing recipe HERE
Thank YOU for joining me for this AMAZING series!!
I created a short 17 minute RECAP of the entire Summer Podcast Series of How To’s, so you can hear about each of the episodes!
Been on vacation and didn’t catch all the episodes?
Then, this episode is for YOU!
Listen in and see which episode catches your attention and go back and listen!
If you enjoyed this series, I would love for you to leave a podcast review!
For FULL Show Notes go to : www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/186
Melanie Redd is an inspirational writer, speaker, and health coach. Melanie is a dear friend of mine and I can't wait for you to hear her health tips!!
For complete show notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/184
For the past six years, Christa Hutchins has had the honor of volunteering for Proverbs 31 Ministries Online Bible Studies. She serves on the Executive Team for Online Bible Studies as the Coordinator of Reality.
After a period of explosive growth in the ministry, she participated in a strategic reorganization that has positioned them for future growth and more effective ministry.
Her knack for “doing things” has come in handy as they have created our own systems for small group registration, volunteer applications and screening, quality service surveying and other administrative tasks.
You will hear how Christa learned what her gifts were while working with Prov 31 Women Ministries and you may find your freedom in serving God in a way you didn't expect after listening!
Full Show Notes will be at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/183
Alicia Byers is an expert in efficiency, systems and structure. A goal junkie by heart, she's for the person with the big dreams. She teaches people how to leverage their strengths to maximize their time, talent and money. Alicia shares specific things we as moms can do to get things done this Summer but integrate rest as a part of our daily routine.
For complete Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/182
Jennifer Booth is a professional organizer, encourager, and consultant.
Her mission is to help overwhelmed women discover real purpose, develop real plans, and delight in real peace.
She does this by providing real solutions through life coaching and time management consulting, tips and ideas for making a planning system work for you, and resources to help you find peace as you grow in your faith!
Hear some great PRACTICAL TIPS on how to tame our paper clutter!
See full Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/181
Melanie Kendall is a Personal Stylist and Owner of the Ann & Grace Boutique.
Melanie enjoys empowering women to feel CONFIDENT in their own skin by having a great pulled-together look!
You will love this episode. We go deep and I even tear up a little!
I hope you enjoy listening! Find full show notes at www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/180
Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy, Master Herbalist, Natural Health Consultant, Dr. Rachel Rauch is an amazing Natural Doctor as a problem solver to help to her clients.
Connect with Rachel and see the Show Notes here>>>>>www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/179
We talk about how to recognize stress in our lives, resting, and how to combat against it!
Lindsay Leiviska, a wife, mom of three, and an educator with her Masters in Teaching, equips moms with the truth of God’s heart for the broken of this world. Anchored in the Gospel, current understanding of brain science and her training in her 20 years of experience working with children in a variety of capacities, she shares her 4-step framework for parenting higher-needs children in her book. Lindsay founded her organization, A Heart For All Students, with a mission to equip moms to confidently parent, educate, and love their uniquely-designed child to thrive with confidence and purpose.
For FULL Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/178
Jeannie Cunnion's passion is encouraging women to live in the freedom for which Christ has set us free, which is something her own heart needs to be daily reminded of. Her message is woven with humility, transparency, wisdom, and a contagious love for the Good News.
Jeannie's work has been featured on outlets such as The Today Show, Fox and Friends, Fox News, The 700 Club, and Focus on the Family.
Jeannie is so fun to talk to and has a WORD for us about the Holy Spirit at work in the believers life.
Don't Miss Out!
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Find links and fun info at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/177
Thrilled to have Monique Scrip on the show today. She is a leadership coach and business mentor.
Beyond her skills as a coach, she is a wife to her husband Matt and adoptive mom of three energetic boys (and even a boy dog, Rocco). Completely outnumbered, her family is loud, fully of energy and raising boys is pretty much a comedy show! They keep me on her toes and there is never a dull moment. They live in Tennessee where they enjoy being outdoors and being involved with their church. They are also a family that is passionate about foster care and adoption.
For FULL Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/176
Claudia McDivitt is a transformational business and mindset coach, wife, mom and coffee lover.
She lives in Conway, Arkansas with her husband Nathan and their two kids, Rhett & Zoe. She’s always up for an adventure and loves sitting down with friends over a good cup of coffee. She’s a big dreamer and nutrition and fitness enthusiast. Her husband is in full-time ministry and we spent the first two years of their marriage overseas serving in South Africa. They moved back to the states in 2014, lived in Tennessee for a few years and now call Arkansas home.
She’s a Certified Business Mindset Coach and Certified FASTer Way Coach. She works with female business owners who are transforming their business through a positive mindset. She partners with them to help push out the negative noise in their minds so they are able to pursue their business and life with passion and purpose.
For FULL Show Notes and links go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/175
5 kids 6 and under, Brittany Price Brooker is a mom and wife married to Daniel Brooker. She went through a devastating loss of her first husband, and was left to raise 3 boys on her own. But, God. Brittany dove in deep to the lovingkindness of the Lord and sought him for her healing in the midst of her grief. She walks us through the times of darkness, but offers HOPE through Jesus! Listen to this amazing episode.
Click here for entire Show Notes including links
wrenrobbins.com/podcast/174
Hear a journal entry from my blog Joy in the Rain from Nov. 2011 while my husband and I were walking through infertility.
And, then hear 10 practical ways we can love on our friends who are walking through infertility.
Would love for you to share this episode with someone you feel would enjoy listening to it!
Happy to have Jenna Erlundson on the podcast today!
Jenna is a a podcaster at The Bridge of the Faithful Podcast, a Pastor's wife, Mom to three children (soon to be five!--After recording Jenna and her husband found out she's pregnant with TWINS!)
Jenna shares her story of infertility with us and I hope you will enjoy listening!
RELATED episodes:
Caroline Harries: ep. 169 Surrendering our Fertility to the Lord-The Gift of Something Hard-In Due Time
Sarah Rollandini: ep. 170 Wrestling with God Through Infertility-Adoption & Gestational Surrogacy-God is working for our Good
Stacie Maze: ep. 171 Waiting on the Lord-The Gift of Infertility-True Healing After Anxiety.
Jenna's episode with Michael Card
Jenna's Podcast Series on Infertility
CONNECT with Jenna!
Jenna's Personal Facebook for Recipes!
Email Jenna@botfpodcast.com
For complete Show Notes go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/172
Satan wants you to think you are alone.
It's a spiritual battle when you go through infertility.
The valley you are in is not where God is going to leave you.
God never leaves us in grief. He always brings beauty from ashes.
It may not be a baby, but when you give your feelings to God, He is going to give you what you need.
God's saying, "I'm the one that's taking care of you."
God's got this!
The woman who helped Elisha is Jenna's favorite woman of the Bible. "Struggling to Hope because Hope is Painful"
Faith and pain are at war.
EAT Chocolate
READ The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom
LOVE Ninja Foodie
Stacie Maze is a wife, mom to James (born FOUR days ago!) and is the Director of Ministry Relations at Life Choices of Memphis.
Stacie and Josh have been on a journey to become parents for a few years and they give all the glory to God for the blessing of their son, born this past week!
Their story is incredible! Don't stop listening until the very end when you will hear a song Josh wrote called, To Be Honest which will speak to your heart!
For FULL Show Notes along with links to their blog and books mentioned, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/171
RELATED EPISODES:
ep. 170: Sarah Rollandini shares her story of infertility, adoption, and gestational surrogacy
ep. 169: Caroline Harries shares her story of infertility, waiting, and gratitude
Sarah Rollandini is a wife, high school teacher, mom to three teenagers, chocoholic, and author.
Sarah encourages others that you are not alone and there's hope in Jesus!
For FULL Show notes and links mentioned (including EAT READ LOVE), go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/170
RELATED episodes on infertility:
ep. 169: Caroline Harries: Surrendering our Fertility to the Lord-The Gift of Something Hard-In Due Time-Gratitude
ep. 50: My story: Wren and Jim Robbins: God's Delay is Not God's Denial
Today's episode is with Caroline Harries.
Caroline is a JOYful person extending the Hope of Jesus in women's lives! She is a wife, ministry leader, podcaster and writer.
Caroline grew up in Oklahoma, moved to Dallas during high school and attended Baylor University where I graduated with my degree in Finance and Marketing. After graduation, I moved to Dallas, TX and began my job as a financial analyst, where I stayed for 11 years before retiring in June 2017 to pursue ministry full-time.
Caroline and her husband are still praying and believing for a miracle to become parents and are taking the path less traveled as we wait on the Lord instead of pursuing other options.
For FULL Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/169
RELATED episodes about infertility:
ep. 126: Candace Joseph: Threads of HOPE
ep. 123: Dondra Fite: Modern Day Miracles
Vina Bermudez Mogg is rebuilding life with wood, paper and canvas in a century old cottage by the Puget Sound. She shares numerous stories about empty nesting, motherhood, Alzheimer's and caregiving, and how it all relates to restoring a 1926 abode.
Vina’s loves are her husband and four children, painting, and paddle boarding, and her cat, Bear.
Her heart includes a ministry started by her family members, the Kamay Project, which reaches out to the Ati People, an indigenous tribe of the Philippines that live on the island of Boracay.
For FULL Show Notes and links go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/168
RELATED EPISODES:
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: ep. 139: 7 Types of Rest
Alicia Byers: ep. 149 Integrating Rest in your Daily Life
Carla Gasser: ep. 165: The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul
Amber Cullum: ep. 166: Sabbath Rest in your Family
Christy Nockels ep. 167: A Spiritual & Physical Call Home
Connect with Vina: https://www.vinabermudezmogg.com
I'm so glad you are here to listen to todays episode on rest! I'm happy to have Christy Nockels as my guest today!
Christy Nockels is a Nashville-based worship leader and singer songwriter with a passion for writing and speaking. Her podcast, The Glorious in the Mundane inspires listeners to find the wonder of God at work in their everyday moments. Nockels has released seven solo albums with sixstepsrecords and her independent label, Keeper’s Branch Records. Christy lives in Franklin, TN with her husband and three children.
For FULL Show Notes and links Christy & Wren mention, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/167
Related Episodes:
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: ep. 139: 7 Types of Rest
Alicia Byers: ep. 149 Integrating Rest in your Daily Life
Carla Gasser: ep. 165: The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul
Amber Cullum: ep. 166: Sabbath Rest in your Family (Last weeks!)
Amber Cullum joins me for this episode on how to integrate Sabbath Rest as a family!
Amber is a wife, mom of three and podcaster of the Grace Enough Podcast. She loves connecting with people and learning the stories of God's grace in their lives.
I learned so much from Amber about Sabbath rest and I know you will be encouraged through hearing from her as well!
For FULL Show Notes click here: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/166
Glad to have you here!
Today my guest is Carla Gasser. She is a wife, mom and author of "The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul". Carla's ministry is all about connecting faith and life.
We have an incredible conversation about Carla hearing her diagnosis of an autoimmune disease, Myasthenia Gravis. She takes us through her journey of her first panic attack and how she leaned into Jesus during that time. Carla is a beautiful lady who has a beautiful heart and I loved our time together.
For FULL Show Notes go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/165
Crystal Paine, a.k.a. "The Money Saving Mom" is on the podcast today!
Crystal is an amazing New York Times Bestselling Author, a wife, a mom to four biological children and a foster mom.
She shares her parenting journey with us. Don't miss it!
For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/164
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Dr. Kathy Koch is the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, Inc., based in Fort Worth, TX, and a cofounder of Ignite the Family, based in Alpharetta, GA. She has influenced thousands of parents, teachers, and children in 30 countries through keynote messages, seminars, chapels, and other events.
Dr. Kathy earned a Ph.D. in reading and educational psychology from Purdue University. She was a tenured associate professor of education at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, a teacher of second graders, a middle school coach, and a school board member before becoming a full-time conference and keynote speaker.
For FULL Show Notes, go to my Wren's web site at wrenrobbins.com/podcast/163
Happy to have Jodie Berndt on the podcast today!
Jodie earned her B.A. in English from the University of Virginia, where she remains engaged with various boards, university organizations, and student ministries. It’s no surprise that Jodie is a big U.Va. fan; that’s where she met her husband, Robbie (they’ve been married nearly 35 years), and where they sent all four of their children to school.
Jodie’s heart is to equip people to pursue joy, celebrate grace, and live on purpose. With her trademark blend of biblical insight and real-life humor, Jodie speaks to church groups, family conferences, and at parenting events around the country.
For FULL Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/162
Belinda Letchford is married to Peter and as you listen you will learn they live on a farm in Western Australia. They are empty-nesters and for years Belinda homeschooled their children.
Belinda shares practical advice about parenting, how to handle attitudes from our children, and how walking alongside with your kids is really the best way to parent!
"Stay intentional, relational, and heart focused."
Listen in!
For FULL Show Notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/161
In this episode, my friend Caroline Saunders shares about how to cultivate a genuine delighted faith in your tween/teen gal!
Modeling, equipping, and knowing what to expect as we pour into our teen girls is what we dive deep on! (In 30 minutes!)
"We can't apply God's word appropriately if we don't comprehend God's word."
Join us!
The sponsor of today's episode is Grace Enough Podcast. Follow along with Amber in hearing stories to led us closer to Jesus! www.graceenoughpodcast.com
For full podcast show notes, check out my web site at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/160
Tiffany Jefferson is married to Hendrix and is homeschool mother of 10. Over the last decade she has served in leadership and teaching roles for various community based women's ministries. And, with her husband they have been strengthening families through discipleship.
As a mentor she's passionate about teaching women how to honor their husbands, love their children and create peaceful home environments.
As founder of Your Homeschool Helper, Tiffany uses over a decade of experience to help parents get off the homeschool hamster wheel so they can educate their children with clarity and confidence.
As a writer and speaker her work has been featured on various blogs, podcasts, and a magazine and video project with the Homeschool Legal Defense Association.
For FULL Show notes go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/159
Lacey is known for being a homegrown theologian who is passionate about God, Bible literacy, and stewarding what God has entrusted to her.
Lacey is married to her high school sweetheart and together they live with their two young boys outside of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
We giggle, I learned something new about Lacey, and she shares an encouraging WORD with us!
Come join our conversation!
For FULL SHOW NOTES, click here: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/158
Similar episodes in this series!
Ep. 156: Colleen Searcy: Punching Pause/God's Presence In the Waiting/Questions to ask when studying your Bible
Ep. 157: Amy Gannett: The Get to Do's vs. the Have to Do's/Why our Theology Matters/Ways to Worship/Sitting in the Questions
We are continuing the Biblical Literacy series on the podcast this month! I welcome Amy Gannett to come on the podcast to share about why our theology matters, ways we can worship, the get to do's vs. the have to do's, and sitting in our questions when reading the Bible.
Amy Gannett is a writer, a wife, mother and church planter with her family in Greenville, North Carolina. She equips women to know and love God through His word through theological training and verse-by-verse studies.
Amy brings the FIRE and I would love for you to leave a review if you are encouraged by the Friends of a Feather Podcast guests who come on the show!
Also, January 2021 is bringing NEW opportunities for community this year! Starting Friday, January 29th, I will be leading a small group over Zoom to chat about the January episodes! The group is free, and you can find more information out on my home page at: www.wrenrobbins.com
RELATED EPISODES:
ep. 139: Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: SACRED REST
ep. 136: Iva May: Biblical Literacy
ep. 156: Colleen Searcy: Punching Pause-God's Presence in the Waiting-Questions to Ask when Studying the Bible
For FULL SHOW NOTES and LINKS to Amy's amazing resources and books Wren mentions, go here.
Colleen enjoys cheering on her two teenage/college sons and her husband, Wes as he mobilizes students to help plant churches around the world.
Today, Colleen shares about the presence of God, submission to God in the heartache of waiting, and the peace of “punching pause.”
She gives us the “inside scoop” of how to study your Bible on your own. She shares practical questions to ask ourselves after reading the Bible. She gives us encouragement to JUMP IN right where we are with our children!
To hear from Colleen is a breath of fresh air!
This is a WONDERFUL episode to start out with for January 2021!
For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/156
Related episodes for you to check out!
ep. 139: Sacred Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith
ep. 136: Biblical Literacy with Iva May
ep. 149: Integrating Daily Rest with Alicia Byers
Stephanie is a pastor’s wife, mom to two college girls and a son in kindergarten. She is the Director of North star Academy, an online accredited private Christian school for 4th-12th graders.
Today, Stephanie shares with us how she walked through a severe depression a few years ago and how God is faithful in our times of struggle.
She says, “God prepares the way. He knows exactly what’s going to happen, what’s in your heart and mind, and what you are going to need in the moment.”
What is unique about this episode is that Stephanie has not shared this part of her story on a podcast before. There is a lot of stigma and shame surrounding depression in the Christian community and especially as a Pastor’s wife. I’m grateful to Stephanie for being vulnerable in sharing in order to provide encouragement to us.
This is part one with Stephanie and part two will be on her podcast called The Northstar Narrative where I had the opportunity to share how faithful God is in all of our stories.
For full show notes, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/155
Let's Shop Small this 2020 Christmas season!
On this episode, I am sharing my Top Ten companies I am supporting this Christmas season!
Go to wrenrobbins.com/podcast/154 for MANY discount codes and links to #shopsmall this Christmas!
And, follow along at: Friends of a Feather Podcast on Instagram for some AWESOME giveaways in the next couple of days!
This is episode 153, with one of the gals from the Christian musical group, Point of Grace!
Denise Jones is a wife, mom to two adult sons, an empty nester, and singer in the highly popular music group, Point of Grace.
Today, Denise shares with us how Point of Grace started, where they got their name from, surprising things she learned about her friends in the group, Shelley and Leigh.
She gives great advice for us when we struggle with quiet insecurities that no one knows about. Denise and I talk about a struggle she had about 10 years ago of comparing herself to others and struggling with insecurity.
And, if you want to hear Denise’s favorite Point of Grace song AND hear her sing it, listen in!!
This is episode 152, with my internet friend, Jessica Epp!
Jessica Epp is a wife, mom to two girls and two boys, a creative, and a small business owner of an earring and top boutique, called Epp & Co.
Today, she shares how the rug was pulled out from under her in finding out her husband had an inappropriate relationship outside of their marriage 2 ½ years ago. We talk about a divine appointment at the entrance of Target that she will never forget. And, the advice that Jess gives to you if you are walking through something hard is worth your listening to the whole episode. Period.
When we started recording this episode, Jessica’s first words were “It was never the story I wanted.”
But, you will be SO SO encouraged because she also said “God is a God that is near.” She encourages us in how she found Joy during that time and how God showed beauty out of the ruins in a unique way.
Jessica is so loveable and you will be encouraged in hearing her God story! So, here is my conversation with Jessica Epp!
For FULL Show Notes head over to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/152
This is episode 151, with my friends and first couple on the podcast, Chris and Jamie Bailey!
Chris and Jamie are parents to three daughters, have two sons in love, grandparents, Christian counselors, marriage coaches, authors and now podcasters!
Today, they share their story of how God transformed their lives at the beginning of their marriage. And, now they are sharing what they’ve learned with us!
You will hear Jamie’s story of unhappiness as a child, becoming a mother as a teenager, and then finding herself in an abusive marriage. You will hear how Chris and Jamie met and more!
They have been through moves, loss, struggles with health, and the normal everyday challenges that life brings but what you will hear from them today is HOPE. The Hope that comes through Jesus and they are here to help us to enjoy the journey through Expedition Marriage!
For Full SHOW NOTES go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/151
This is episode 150 with my friend, Angie Childers.
Angie is a wife, mom to three, and a family physician.
Today, Angie shares her story of when a little over five years ago, she and her husband, Eddie heard the news they were going to be the parents of a baby boy with Down Syndrome. Angie shares the emotions that were whirling inside of her as she heard from her doctor who was also a friend and collegue.
You will hear Angie’s amazing positive attitude when she realized her mission would not be on the mission field in another country, but her mission would be to advocate for her son, Asher. You will hear how the body of Christ showed up for them in prayer and support. And, she shares the best practical advice to a mom who is walking a similar path…she says,
“God doesn’t make mistakes, He just doesn’t!”
Okay, you may want to grab a tissue….Here is my conversation with my friend, Angie Childers.
Find the FULL SHOW NOTES at wrenrobbins.com/podcast/150
Alicia is wife to Chad, mom to two toddlers, and she coaches women online! She lives on a small farm in South Carolina nurturing her 6 chickens!
Alicia is a recovering hustler…a natural go getter, she has learned how to live a restful life that is freeing her to be the best wife and mom she can be! And she’s here to share how we can too!!!
You will hear the difference between hustle and habit culture, small steps we can do to integrate rest in our own lives, and we will find out what Alicia means when she said…“It’s life giving to your whole house when you do this.”
And, she shares something special that I did not know about her family and its’ precious.
Okay, let’s get to it! Here is my conversation with my friend, Alicia Byers.
For FULL Show Notes go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/149
Hey Feathered Friends!
This is episode 148 with my guest Emily Kacyvenski!
Emily is a mom, teacher, and friend. She started following Jesus as a 21 year old, got married, and adopted her daughter MJ when she was a little over a year old.
Emily has walked through a heartbreaking time when her husband decided that he did not want to be married anymore. Emily attributes the grace of God for meeting her right where she was….she said, “I was in such a state of desperation and God allowed me to see He was the only way I was going to get through this.”
I can’t wait for you to hear from Emily. We also talk about having and being a mentor, unexpected plans and being a single mom. Find out the two things Emily’s mentor said for her to do that were game changers, ya’ll. And you can integrate into your life today no matter if you are a mom or not.
If you enjoyed listening, I would love for you to send the episode to a friend!
For FULL Show Notes go to wrenrobbins.com/podcast/148
Chrystal is an energetic, life-loving “girl-next-door” who loves encouraging others to fulfill their potential in Christ. With humor and vulnerability, Chrystal tells it like it is but does so with grace, integrity, and love. Chrystal is a wife, mother of five and grandmother of three. She is also a speaker and the best-selling author of She’s Still There and Kingdom Woman and the newly released, The 28-Day Prayer Journey.
We talk how Chrystal has walked through grief losing her mother recently, how spiritual and physical nourishment are similar. Chrystal also shares her story of walking through shame as a single mother but being loved on by people surrounding her during that time. You will also hear a practical reminder of how to pray continually. That’s all coming up in this episode, so let’s get to it. Here is my conversation with Chrystal Evans Hurst!
For FULL Show Notes, go to: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/147
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather Podcast! I'm your host, Wren Robbins!
Today's episode is with Alli Worthington. Alli shares how she started her online business as a necessity, how we can partner with God by using our gifts, and we can stand strong is not because of us but only because Christ is in us!
Alli Worthington is known for her straight-talking encouragement and practical tools that help women reach their dreams in business and life. She’s a business coach and co-founder of Called Creatives, where she coaches writers and speakers.
Author of The Year of Living Happy, Fierce Faith, and Breaking Busy, Alli is a well-known speaker and host of the popular podcast, The Alli Worthington Show.
Her no-nonsense, guilt-free take on business, family, and balance have led to appearances on TODAY and Good Morning America.
Alli lives with her husband, Mark, and their five sons outside of Nashville with the only golden retriever who refuses to retrieve.
It was super fun so here is my conversation with Alli!
For FULL Show Notes go here- wrenrobbins.com/podcast/146
Let Alli and I know you listened to this episode! Take a screen shot, tag us on Instagram and I'll reshare your post in Instastories!
Today's guest is Deborah Pegues. Deborah is a certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of North Texas and an MBA degree in Finance from the University of Southern California, Deborah is also a Certified Behavioral Consultant.
She is in great demand to share her expertise in resolving interpersonal conflicts via effective confrontations. She has conducted transformational training in secular and non-secular organizations on achieving organizational unity. Her advice has appeared in Essence magazine, Charisma, Redbook, and other national publications.
Respected community leaders have praised Deborah for her excellence, forthrightness, and integrity. She and her husband, Darnell Pegues, have been happily married for over 40 years. They reside in California and have many spiritual children.
I would love to hear if you listened today! Screen shot this episode, tag me and Deborah on Instagram and I would love to give you a shoutout on Instastories!
Today's guest is Isabel Tom. Isabel is a wife, mom to three and enjoyed the gift of growing up in a intergenerational Chinese American household. She was able to spend her life growing up with her other two sisters, her parents, and her grandparents under the same roof. Her grandparents lived to the ages of 98 and 102.
Professionally Isabel has over 13 years of experience working at reputable healthcare organizations in the senior living and hospice care field. She holds a Master in Public Health from the University of Maryland, College Park. She is the author of “The Value of Wrinkles” A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life.
Isabel’s family immigrated from Hong Kong and Isabel said this about her grandparents, “they offered me an additional layer of love and attention.”
I would love to know if you listened to today's conversation. Screen shot this episode and tag me and Isabel, so I can give you a shoutout on Instagram Stories!
Have you listened to me on the podcast and thought "I can do that!" If you have even a tiny inkling to starting your own podcast, take what I'm about to say to you as an encouragement to you..... YOU CAN DO IT!! I believe in God gifting Christian women with a message to share and what a great platform a podcast is! If you need any help, I would love to get YOUR podcast launched from start to finish. For more information, check out my customized coaching at www.wrenrobbins.com/coaching
Today’s guest is wife, mom, author, and funny lady, Sophie Hudson. Sophie started writing her blog called BooMama in November of 2005 and has since launched a podcast with writing buddy, Melanie Shankle. She has written many books where she shares stories from her life in a charming way to share encouragement and hope with fellow believers. She lives with her husband and son in Birmingham, Alabama. Sophie loves watching football, loves to laugh, and loves music and Netflix!
On this episode, right out of the gate, I ask Sophie to share about out her latest love of Secret Treasures pajamas from Wal-Mart, And, yes I did wear them throughout most of my Corona.
I would love to know if you listened to this episode! Tag Sophie and me on Instagram, so I can give you a shoutout in my Stories!
Have you been thinking of starting your own podcast for your business or ministry? I offer customized podcast coaching for you to go from start to finish. For more info go to www.wrenrobbins.com/coaching
Hey Ya'll!! On today's episode, I share snippets about all eight conversations I had with experts about health and wellness. I share a quote from each expert and a little behind the scenes look!
LOVING this series?? Leave a review here- https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-of-a-feather!/id1105529559 THANK YOU!!
Ever thought about launching a podcast for your business? Get customized coaching to move from idea to a successful podcast launch in 12 weeks with me!! My podcast coaching program is OPEN! For more information, visit my web site www.wrenrobbins.com/coaching
To view full show notes to connect with our guests, go to my web page wrenrobbins.com/podcast/142
XO,
Wren
Today’s guest is best selling author and business coach Jennifer Allowed. Jennifer is a wife, mom to four, entrepreneur, and podcaster of The Jennifer Allwood Show! Jennifer started her painting company painting houses then created DIY videos and that business grew to making six figures, fast. People started asking questions about how she built her business which led to her finding her passion which is teaching women how to build a business online.
I love Jennifer because she is so down to earth and she keeps her faith and family a priority.
You will love her! So here is my conversation with Jennifer Allwood!
To find FULL show notes with links of how to find Jennifer and those super valuable freebies she shares, check out my podcast web page at wrenrobbins.com/podcast/141
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This is your host, Wren Robbins and the last time we were together you heard from Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith about the 7 types of rest. SUCh a great episode for you to catch!
Today’s guest is Jessica Hottle. She is a wife, cat mom, body coach, author, and podcaster. Jessica uses her story to help women emotionally and physically while keeping God at the center. Jessica and I start out talking about a funny thing we were bonded by, so laugh with us but hear the depth of her walk with Jesus.
Find full Show Notes on my web site here.
If you liked what you heard on the podcast today, would you consider leaving a rating and review?
See you on Instagram or Facebook!
Hey friends, It’s Wren and if this is the first time you’ve joined us on the podcast or if you’ve been listening for a while, hey!
Last time we were together, you heard from writer, Catherine Parks. Catherine shared about why vulnerability really does matter in our relationships. We talked on a practical level about how to point our hearts and our friends’ hearts to Jesus and it was like a balm to my soul. If you haven’t listened yet, check it out on your podcast app or as always you can find it on my web site wrenrobbins.com if that is easier.
We only have 2 more guests in this series, ya’ll! It’s FLOWN by! I hope each conversation with experts in their field have given you excellent strategies and a shot in the arm for living healthy after our time of quarantine! Take a screen shot of an episode, post in instastories, and tag me! I would love to see it and repost it in my stories as well!
Today’s guest is Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith. Dr. Saundra is a board-certifed internal medicine physican and Christian author. She reached her breaking point of burnout a few years back when her two teenage children were toddlers. At that point, she started doing loads of scientific and Biblical research on the subject of REST and how to integrate it as a daily lifestyle. She is sharing that with us today and I can’t wait.
For full list of Show Notes, click here.
Thanks for joining me!
XO,
Wren
I’m Wren Robbins and I’m glad you’re here! Happy Summer!
Last time we were together, you heard from family therapist, David Thomas. Oh my goodness, it was like a mini counseling sesh for me, but I asked questions that would benefit all of us if you are a parent!
Go to my web site wrenrobbins.com to listen to that episode number 137!
This Summer has been so needed in my heart and so I hope it’s been helpful for you, too!
Today’s guest is Catherine Parks. Catherine is a wife and mom to two, and an incredible editor and writer! After speaking with Catherine and reading her book, I’m so grateful for her words to us about relationships.
For complete Show Notes, go to wrenrobbins.com/podcast/138
Thank you for joining me for this conversation today!
Would you help me out? I would love for you leave a 5 star rating for the Friends of a Feather Podcast. And, if you want to realllly want to make my day, leave a two sentence review. Thank you for doing that…I haven’t hugged a friend in months…so here I am sending you a virtual hug right now!!!
I’ll see you next time when I chat with Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith. She is a medical doctor and will be sharing about her own burnout with being busy. She shares 7 types of rest. I’ll just tell you right now…I did not look at my notes the entire time until right at the end…that’s how well our conversation flowed! So, stick around for that next Friday!
XO,
Wren
Hi friend, it’s Wren Robbins. Last time we were together, you heard from Bible teacher, Iva May. In that episode, Iva shared with us an incredible way to read the Bible as a story! We then talked about priorities and yes I teared up, ya’ll. Good stuff. You can listen to that episode, number 136 on my web site wrenrobbins.com Thanks for your feedback on this series so far! I’ve heard from some of you that are listening to each episode twice! Wow.
This Summer has been a great way for me to do a reset in my own heart and life and I hope this podcast series has been helpful to you as well!
Today’s guest is David Thomas. David is the Director of family counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, TN. He is a husband, dad to three, a speaker, writer, author, family therapist and dad to his therapy dog, Owen.
Thanks for joining in our conversation today!
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Today’s guest is Iva May. She is wife to Stan, mom to three adult children, and grandmother to her 1st grandchild. Iva is a speaker, author, and director of Chronological Bible Teaching.
She is passionate about getting into God’s word and encouraging others to do the same! I haven’t been a crier in years, but I get emotional when our conversation goes to setting strong priorities.
For the rest of the Show Notes of quotes and books Iva mentions, go to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/136
Check out quotes and links for this episode in the Show Notes at www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/135
A BIG THANK YOU to those of you who have left the podcast a review and a rating! If you haven't and you are enjoying what you hear, I would love for you to leave a 5 star rating. And, if you want to really want to make my day leave a review! Sending you a virtual hug right now!
This is the first episode in the Summer Podcast Series on Health & Wellness!
Find Show Notes at wrenrobbins.com
I can't wait for this AMAZING series coming JUNE 5!!!
Hear my heart behind it and a few of the guests I will feature!
Hi friend! Last time we were together, you heard from three of my friends about how they are doing in quarantine. I love how they have each transitioned into quarantine so beautifully and how they encourage me in my walk with Jesus. You can listen one episode back , number 130.
In these uncertain times, I find it so refreshing to hear from Godly women raised up to encourage other women in our faith. I so enjoyed my chat with my guest today.
Today’s episode is with Richella Parham, She is a wife, mom to three adult sons, speaker, writer, and new crocheter! Richella’s book, Mythical Me, was the Inter Varsity Press Readers Choice Award winner. On this episode, Richella shares about an illness she was born with and how she overcame the comparison trap as a young adult woman. Richella beautifully speaks as she points us to Jesus through her words.
If you enjoyed this episode, I would love for you to leave a review for the Friends of a Feather Podcast here!
Hi friend! Last time we were together, you heard from Beth McCord when she encouraged us how the Gospel changes us. I LOVE that Beth shared about the core longings that we each have and it was so interesting to hear that. Be encouraged by listening to Beth’s story about how she has found the Enneagram personality system such a great tool when she was a wife and young mother starting her family. You can listen to ep. 128 here.
Today’s episode is with Lindsay Leiviska, She is a wife, mom of three, writer, and homeschool coach. I asked her to share her precious story of how 18 months after adopting her son, her family went from a calm home to one of chaos. But, in that, Lindsay shares how God took her brokenness, and mercifully showed her himself. I try not to ask questions that make my guests cry, but you know when us mommas talk about our kids, sometimes the tears just flow!
To find full show notes, head to www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast/129
Last time we were together, you heard from my friend, Lynn Lyle who encouraged us that God’s Got This. In these really interesting days we are living in, throughout the Covid-19 virus, it is encouraging to hear that we are not alone, that God is still on the throne, He is not wringing His hands and that HE is in control.
To be encouraged by listening to Lynn’s story of walking through cancer as a five year old and because of that losing her arm a few years ago, you can listen by clicking here.
Today’s episode is with Enneagram expert and coach, Beth McCord. You may have seen her live, on Instagram, or read one of her and her husbands books from their online ministry and company, Your Enneagram Coach. I ask her to share how she started using the Enneagram in her own life and Beth shares each types core longings and she shares a word picture about a cistern that I will not forget.
Don't forget to check out the complete list of quotes and links in the Show Notes, here.
Last week I was so excited to visit with Candace Joseph. It was such a great conversation hearing her walk through infertility and how she has honored the Lord through it. To be encouraged, listen to her story, here.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Lynn Lyle. Lynn has an incredible story of having Ewing Sarcoma as a child. And, a few years ago, Lynn lost her arm after many weeks of not knowing what was wrong. Lynn is humble, strong, and shares from her heart that God is the one who gives her peace.
For full list of Show Notes visit my web site
"When God told me that He was going to take care of it, I believed Him."
Hi friend! Last week was a Top 10 with Wren: Ways to THRIVE during quarantine with yours truly. In case you missed it, check it out here.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Candace Joseph. I first met Candace online after she posted the sweetest picture of a HOPE bird she had received from her friend, Dondra.
Find all the Show Notes at wrenrobbins.com
Hi friend! Last week was an episode with my friend, Dondra Fite as she shared her God story of how He is still in the business of God sized miracles! You can listen one episode back here.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Jodi Sappe. Jodi shares her story of struggle as she saw her husband battle a drug addiction over the span of 10 years. You will hear the theme of how God has been enough in her life throughout our conversation.
Check out the show notes here for links and quotes from the episode.
Hi friend! Last week I re-aired an episode with Glenna Marshall as she shared her God story of how God has taught her how to study His word asking one specific question, how she dealt with adoptive momma guilt, her families recent church merge, and steps we can take toward racial unity in our communities and churches. You can listen one episode back here.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Dondra Fite. You may remember Dondra from episodes 43 and 44 of her story of infertility and adoption. Now is Part 3 and you don’t wanna miss it!
We talk about how nothing is impossible with God, her modern day miracle, and prioritizing silence in our lives. Yes, yes and yes.
After listening, you can find the Show Notes at wrenrobbins.com/podcast/123 for the Eat Read Love links and quotes Dondra shared on this episode.
Hi friend! Last week I re-aired an episode with Colby Crisler as she shared her God story of walking through Cystic Fibrosis, having a double lung transplant, and seeing God at work in her life. You can listen to it one episode back, #121.
Today’s episode is with Glenna Marshall. Glenna is a believer, Pastor’s wife, mother, speaker, author, and singer/songwriter. Glenna shares her God story with us and how Glenna overcame the imposter syndrome as an adoptive mama, how she expresses gratitude even when she has a meal that is noncompliant to her auto immune disease.
We spent the last part of the episode talking about the recent exciting church merge Glenna and her husband walked through this past Fall. God led them to merge with another church and create a Gospel Focused racially diverse church called Grace Bible Fellowship. We talk about how we can have no racial reconciliation if it’s not based on Jesus. A much needed conversation to air.
After listening, you can find the Show Notes at wrenrobbins.com/podcast for the Eat Read Love links and quotes Glenna shared on this episode.
We have a few new people joining in the Friends of a Feather community over here, so I wanted to reair this special episode that was first brought to you in the Fall of 2019.
Colby shares her dynamic God story of needing a double lung transplant and I actually recorded with her 5 weeks after her surgery. I'm thrilled to bringing this conversation back because it's one of my favorites.
You will be inspired, you may shed a couple of tears, and you will hear how gracious our God is in her story.
Hi friend! Last week I loved having my husband, Jim join me on the podcast talking about things we wished we knew before we got married. It’s fun, lighthearted and he had a little bit too much fun with the sound effects. #ohyeah You can listen to it, here.
Today’s episode is with Melanie Shankle. Melanie is wife to Perry, mom of her only child, Caroline, blogger, speaker, and author. She loves fashion, reading, watching Netflix and spends her extra time watching Caroline play Soccer.
You will hear Melanie share how she went from blogger to author on the New York Bestsellers list with her books about motherhood, marriage, and friendship. We talk about what it looks like as a mom of an only child, what God taught her when she walked through a difficult time in her life losing one of her best friends, and about comparing ourselves to other women. She also shares about her new book coming out called, “On the Bright Side” and her first children’s book called Piper and Mabel about her two super active yet fun dogs!
Don’t worry about grabbing a pen and a piece of paper, you can check out the full list of links including what Melanie is eating, reading, and loving in the Show Notes at wrenrobbins.com/podcast/120
My husband, Jim joins me for a special “What we wished we knew before we got married” episode!
You will hear:
•what we do for Date Nights In 🎬
•something surprising about me growing up 💙(maybe not surprising😆)
•some of what we have learned in 16 years of marriage💘
•Jim open his Valentines gift on air!📆
It’s super fun, I giggle a lot and Jim brings some sound effects from an app on his phone😍)
Listen and subscribe in your podcast app📲!
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Hi friend! Last week it was great hearing Sarah Tucker share her story with us when she walked through getting a disease called Endocarditis which caused her to have open heart surgery 10 years ago. She shares about God’s Faithfulness as her friends and family rallied around her during a really difficult time in her life. You can go one episode back to hear it on episode 117.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Stacy Myers from the Humorous Homemaking blog. I’ve followed Stacy for years on Instagram and we had we had the best time chatting! We talk about failures and what to do with them, Stacy encourages us how to stop walking in fear of missing God’s will, and I love how packed full this episode is with resources and the truth we can point our heart toward God’s word. Stacy shares about her recent journey of walking in food freedom. I love how open Stacy is and so let’s get to it! Here is my conversation with Stacy!
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Hi friend! I enjoyed having Katie from Dear Mushka on the podcast last week to hear her story of losing her mother, praying and waiting in her adoptiions, and sharing about discipling her children. You can go one episode back to hear that episode. It was 116.
Today’s episode is with my friend, Sarah Tucker. After an infection going to her heart, Sarah had open heart surgery at the age of 23. We talk about how God was faithful to her through other people ministering to her, what her mom prayed for Sarah during that difficult time, and why Sarah is grateful for the hard things she has walked through.
Sarah also gives encouragement to us as she shares how we are all influencers regardless if its 10 followers on social media or loving our families well.
Hi friend! I enjoyed having Polly and Rachel on the podcast last week to hear their stories of how they met and how Thriving Home began. We talk about their views of food and how that has changed. You can also find their yummy recipes that they mention. That is one episode back, number 115 if you want to check it out!
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Today’s episode is with my friend, Katie Lewis. You may know Katie from her online company, Dear Mushka. Katie shares with us her story of walking through grief when she lost her mother a few years ago. She hasn’t ever really talked about it publicly until now. We also talk about how Katie disciples her children and how it’s messy, not perfect, but that we as moms are in this together!
We chat about when Katie and her husband, Robert followed God’s calling for them to adopt. They have three precious boys and it’s neat to see that they began their company to fund their first adoption. We chat about how God led Katie and Robert to be on the same page but it did take some time. There is a part of the conversation when I literally GASP when Katie shared with me an AMAZING story of them naming their first son. Be listening for that..not that you could miss it. ha
Katie also gives encouragement to other mom small business owners and it was so good. If you are ready to be encouraged, let’s jump in!
Happy Monday, friend! If this is your first time being here or if you've joined me for all 7 Monday Boost episodes, welcome!
On Fridays, I invite a friend to come on the episode to share her God story with us and on Mondays I share a practical word from God that He's been teaching me that week! Come for a whole lotta Jesus and a whole lotta encouragement!
Today, I was reading in my One Year Bible and there were a some specific character Qualities that I saw in scripture in Joseph’s story that I desire to have in my own life.
And, I thought these may encourage you in your walk as well! I love Joseph’s story in the Bible and everytime I hear a sermon or read it, I hear something new! There are three character qualities that I saw in the exerpt of Joseph’s story today and that’s what I’m going to share!
Find a transcript of the episode on my blog at wrenrobbins.com/blog/lessonsfromJoseph
Today’s episode is with my guests Polly Conner & Rachel Tiemeyer. They are the gals from the Thriving Home blog! If you have seen my Instagram Stories lately you have seen what I’ve been making for dinner and it’s been some recipes from their blog! Let’ me just say I tried three of their recipes and they are now in my monthly rotation that’s for sure!
On today’s episode you will hear a part of Polly and Rachel’s story. Their journeys of creating and sharing recipes began with two very different stories of their view about food. Rachel’s oldest child was 18 months old when they had to adjust their family eating habits because they found out he had Crohn’s disease and wanted healthy options for him. Polly walked through a weight loss journey that led her to whole food eating.
They have perfected fixing food for their families using whole food ingredients and no or fewer processed ones while being versatile for busy women! And all the mommas said AMEN!
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Happy Monday, friend! If this is your first time being here or if you’ve joined me for all 7 Monday Boost episodes, WELCOME!
On Fridays I invite a friend to come on the episode to share her God story with all of us and on Mondays I just started this mini podcast called Monday Boost where I share a practical word from God that He’s been teaching me that week. Come for a whole lotta Jesus and a whole lotta encouragement!
Today I’m really excited about sharing with you. I have been reading out of my One Year Bible about Abraham.
And, you know, the BEST way to really seal truth into our hearts is when we speak it out loud. I know truths that I learn from God’s word go so much deeper when I share them with a friend. Sharing could look like speaking it in a small discipleship group that you are in, or maybe teaching younger women in a Life Group, or it could totally be in a conversation with a friend! I think its SO NEAT when God leads a conversation to a situation that I have been learning about in the Bible.
So, I’m going to share something that God gave me through His word. And, I was able to share it with a friend. We talked about how it could totally relate to a situation I was walking through that particular day AND how it related to a TOTALLY DIFFERENT situation SHE has been walking through.
I’m going to share that today…a literal message I had left for a friend on Voxer.
For full transcript of the episode go to www.wrenrobbins.com/blog/fourtruthstoputintopractice
Today’s episode is with my guest, Erika Opperman. Erika and I have a mutual friend and I love how Jenny connected us! Erika and her husband Brian were part of a church plant two years ago along in Kansas City with her two sons, Axel and Max, don’t you just love their names?!
On today’s episode you will hear Erika’s story. As a young pre-teen girl, Erika’s teacher at school voiced concern to her parents as she was showing signs of anxiety. And, Erika saw herself sitting across from a Christian counselor at just eleven years old. A quote that I asked her about on the episode was when she said, “Jesus saved my life, but His word saved my mind.” We talk about what made the difference as an eleven year old. A few years later, Erika felt God calling her to full time Christian ministry when she was 16 and she shares lessons she’s learned along the way.
On this episode, we also talk about the different seasons God has called us to, what Biblical perseverance looks like, scripture memory, and what God is teaching her in a recent time of grief her family has walked through losing her father in law. It will be uplifting to you especially if you are walking that road right now.
Erika and I jumped on Facebook last month when we recorded our conversation for today’s podcast and recorded the first half on video. It was SO MUCH FUN! I will link the video in our show notes for ya!
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This episode is chocked full of Biblical truth that I promise will encourage you whatever you are walking through.
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Thanks for joining me on the Monday Boost episode 6 today as we talk about Prayer.
Below is the ACTS method of prayer I mentioned in the episode:
A: Adoration
C: Confession
T: Thanksgiving
S: Supplication
Philippians 4:6 "Do not be anxious for anything, but by prayer and petition present your requests to God."
Here's my link to the Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal I use
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Happy New Year! It has been a while since we’ve talked and I’m so excited to be back with you! The pausing I did over the month of December was much needed and so enjoyable to me! If you are needing to press pause in one way or two this January, I will link that 5 minute Monday Boost episode in the Show Notes for ya!
So many GREAT conversations I can’t wait for you to hear this year!! I’m planning a lot, so stick around! You are gonna love them!
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On today’s episode you will hear Victoria’s story. You will hear my conversation with Victoria Strader, who was born in Paris, is a wife, mom to two, and a blogger. She’s been in the States ever since she learned to walk, and is Southern as Sweet Tea. She is now a Texan and loves all things Southern. At the beginning of our interview, I wasn’t sure how long Victoria had been living in the states and thought there may have been a slight chance, she still spoke with a British accent. HA.
Nevertheless, Victoria and I instantly connected in our conversation. I haven’t walked the road she is on, but when you know Jesus, He connects us all, doesn’t he? We talk about how Victoria’s son, Beau was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder.
What I think is so precious about Victoria is that she is navigating a hard road as a momma, but continues to have a heaven perspective on it reflecting on God’s kindness. She mentions that she keeps going back to the verse in Romans that we can know that God causes ALL things to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28)
In this episode we talk about: Wonderful Wednesday, being a Special Needs Family, we camp out on the type of friend Victoria wants to be, how her friends met some tangible needs and stepped into uncomfortable places for her family in a small, yet huge way. We also talk about how Victoria needs your help in finding a recipe…listen to the end for that!
And, a lil reminder….
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"Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."
The Advent book Wren mentions in the episode:
The Greatest Gift: Unwrapping the Full Love Story of Christmas by Ann Voskamp (Amazon affiliate link)
Today's episode is with my friend, Vera Schmitz. Vera has an incredible story of how she competed in the Olympic trials, but how she walked through the disappointment of not making the Track and Field Olympic team in 2016. Vera started writing scriptures on her arm while training to run track and field in college. And, it is so neat to see how God led Vera and her sister, Natalie to share this way to memorize scripture in their company, Dwell Differently.
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"Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer; from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I, for you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy." Psm. 61:1-3
Strong's Concordance app
Single column Journaling Bible ESV by Crossway (affiliate link)
I'm SOO excited to share the Top 10 companies and products I'm buying from this holiday season! Tune in to hear the most shocking one and get awesome coupon codes!
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"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
Strong's Concordance app
Single column Journaling Bible ESV by Crossway (affiliate link)
Podcast Episode mentioned: ep. 99: Donna Gaines: How to Combat Fear
Book mentioned: Choose Wisely, Live Fully by Donna Gaines (affiliate link)
It's your Monday boost!
God has been nudging me to share His word one verse at a time on the podcast to encourage you in your day.
Psalm 1:1-2 "Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the LORD, on on his law he meditates day and night."
Resources I use:
Strong's Concordance app
ESV Crossway Journaling Bible (Amazon affiliate link)
Today's episode is with my 'in real life' friend, Leslie Hollowell. You may remember Leslie from Episode 6, right after I had just started the podcast! On that episode, she shared part of her story of journeying through embryo adoption.
Leslie has a unique story in that before she was married, God called her out as a school teacher into full time ministry with teen girls. She has a heart for discipleship, mentoring, teaching, and encouraging young women to follow after God with all their hearts.
Today we will be chatting about what mentoring looks like when you have young children and that it doesn't have to be overwhelming.
I am thrilled to be able to share the conversation that Leslie and I were able to have one morning sitting at my kitchen table. I literally had NO NOTES and let the Lord lead our words. After listening, you will feel refreshed, encouraged, and ready to GO and walk in what God has called you to do! That is our prayer.
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Today's episode is Katie Alexander. She spent the last 13 years building a prominent career in strategic planning and business development, but the most important job has been a loving wife and mother to two beautiful girls, Ella and Meadow.
Her mission in life is to bring balance to home and the work place, all while living for Jesus. She has spent many years leading women's Bible studies and helping lead others on their journey to the freedom that can be found in Christ. She translated this passion into a heart felt book based on finding a way to set your soul free from the bondage of guilt over being a working mom.
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Today's episode is with my friend, Rainer Lowman. Rainer and I went to high school together, but we haven't seen each other in years. We recently reconnected on social media and it's been the sweetest thing.
Rainer loves Jesus, is a pilot’s wife, a mom of 5, a champion of adoption, an advocate for special needs parenting, a non profit ministry founder, an expert at charcuterie and loves feeding her family!
Be refreshed as Rainer shares her story of grace, prayer, following God's leading in the hard, and the joy that comes from it.
Hear the surprising way she knew she was called to adopt when she was a middle schooler and a lunch, years later that changed the trajectory of what her family would look like. I love Rainer and you will too!
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I would love to connect with you on social media!
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Find all the Show Notes at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast
I would love to connect with you on social media!
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Find the Show Notes for this episode at: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast
Be encouraged!
Wren
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Be encouraged!
Wren
It’s episode 78 and my guest is Valerie Woerner. I remember ‘meeting’ Val through a Direct Message on Instagram a few years ago. Val has a heart for women to know God’s truth, and she is so relatable and real in her faith. Today on the podcast, Val and I talk about her new book that is coming out April 9, which is next week! I am reading it and let me just tell you, I have underlined so much of it; I‘m like Val, you are writing about me! I have followed along with her since first meeting on instagram and have since been able to interview her along with her twin sister about their God stories. If you missed hearing the episode they were on, check out their episodes, 46 and 47.
Check out the show notes at wrenrobbins.com/podcast to get the links mentioned.
LIKE the podcast? Would love to hear about it on an iTunes review!
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XO,
Wren
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It’s episode 77 and my guest is Jessica White. Jessica is a wife to Joshua, mom to two kids ages 5 and 2, nurse, and podcaster. We talk about how Jessica encouraged her husband during a time of career transition, how she searched for a podcast for her children to listen to, and that all started her podcast, start Kids Bible Stories. You will love our conversation! Ok, let’s get to it! This is episode 77 with my guest, Jessica White!
Find Show Notes at:
wrenrobbins.com/podcast
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www.facebook.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
FRIENDS OF A FEATHER INSTAGRAM:
www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
Be encouraged!
Wren
My favorite prayer journal: Val Marie Paper (affiliate link)
Help support the Friends of a Feather Podcast by ordering through our Amazon affiliate link at no extra cost to you. Thanks!
My fav bag I use everyday: Live FashionABLE (affiliate link)
Hey friends and welcome to the friends of a Feather podcast! I’m your host, wren and I’m so glad you are here! I pray this is the place where you will be encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share. Every time you download an episode of the Friends of a Feather Podcast, I want for you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you've tuned in or if you've been joining in for a while, you are welcome here, friend!
Ok, ya’ll Spring is here and I’m so thrilled about it. The birds singing, the sunshine, the warmer temps have me smiling when I walk outside!
So I told you in last weeks episode that I had some fun news to share with you! I’m having a giveaway! I rarely host them, but this one you don’t want to miss! My goal here on the podcast is to encourage you in the stories I share, to share helpful content such as books, and podcasts, and products that have helped me, and I want to be able to share that with as many women as I can. In order to do that, Apple podcast reviews help in such a big way! Here’s how you enter the giveaway. All you have to do is go to the podcast app on your phone, search for the Friends of a Feather podcast, scroll until you see the headings Ratings & Reviews and click Write a Review. I would love for you to tap 5 stars, type a sentence or two about what you love about listening to the podcast. Screen shot your review and email or direct message it to me! That’s it! But, what if you are saying, ‘wait, Wren I’ve already left a review on the podcast?' I would first say Thank you! And then I would say, no problem, just screen shot your past review and send it to me! Head to you the Apple Podcast app, Stitcher app or click HERE to write your review.
Ok. So all who enter can have a chance to win a NEW Val Marie Paper 30 day prayer journal! It’s called A FRESH START FOR MOMS and it hasn’t even been released yet! EEK!! Thank you to Val at Val Marie Paper and Mariah at Tyndall Publishing for gifting the winner this awesome journal. Ok, so go leave those reviews and I can’t wait to see who wins!!
Let’s get to today’s episode! It’s episode 76 and my guest is Jessica Thompson. Jessica is a sunny California resident, a wife, mom, writer, author, podcaster, and frequent guest speaker. Jessica has written books about exploring and infusing your relationships with grace and the love of Jesus. She has also coauthored books with her mother Elyse Fitzpatrick including the book I recently read, Give Them Grace. Jessica and I chat about a conversation she overheard from her son and his friends that focused her attention to write the book, tips for how to integrate gospel conversations with your kids, and an acrostic that can help you in beginning these conversations. Jessica was so fun to interview, is an excellent speaker, and I know this will be a very helpful episode for all of us.
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www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast
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www.facebook.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
FRIENDS OF A FEATHER INSTAGRAM:
www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
Be encouraged!
Wren
My favorite prayer journal: Val Marie Paper (affiliate link)
Help support the Friends of a Feather Podcast by ordering through our Amazon affiliate link at no extra cost to you. Thanks!
My fav bag I use everyday: Live FashionABLE (affiliate link)
Hey friends! I'm so excited that Spring weather has been coming and that means Summer is around the bend!
So glad you are here! I pray this is the place where you will be encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share. Every time you download an episode of the Friends of a Feather Podcast, I want for you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you've tuned in or if you've been joining in for a while, you are certainly welcome here, friend!
We will have a brand new episode for you next week. But, today, it's a Top Ten with Wren episode! I love these episodes because I love sharing ideas that are easy, practical and intentional! After the next few minutes, you will have 10 great Easter ideas to make this Easter a very meaningful time for you and your family. Check out all 10 at the link below.
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www.facebook.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
FRIENDS OF A FEATHER INSTAGRAM:
www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
Be encouraged!
Wren
My favorite prayer journal: Val Marie Paper (affiliate link)
Help support the Friends of a Feather Podcast by ordering through our Amazon affiliate link at no extra cost to you. Thanks!
My fav bag I use everyday: Live FashionABLE (affiliate link)
This episode, ya'll. My friend, Holly sent me a message me one day and said, "Wren. You have got to hear Jess’s story." After Jess had spoken at a Veterans Day event, Holly immediately went up to encourage her. Holly connected Jess and myself and I’m so grateful for Holly knowing what an impact Jess will make, and that she has been an encouragement for Jess to share. Jess has only spoken in public a few other times and I’m so grateful she entrusted me in sharing her story with you today.
Jess takes me back to her life of searching for her identity as a young preteen girl, and how she kept coming up feeling empty throughout her life. One morning, after putting her five month old baby girl in her swing for a nap, Jess was devastated with a knock on the door with the news that her first husband, Tell had been killed in action while he was stationed in Iraq. God used a sympathy card filled with verses from a friend she hardly knew that drew Jess to God’s word. In her desperation, Jess found a Bible in her home and dove in head first into reading the scriptures. In this episode you will hear how Jess came to faith in Christ after visiting with a friend at his church. This friend eventually became her husband, a man who passionately loved God and those around him.
This is what Jess said about her story. “Today, I am a mess. But, oh the treasure of Christ. I am seen…a life of feeling unseen and bitter about it. So bitter. Now, God reminds me daily to Whom I belong and there is redemption. There is a breaking of the chain of misaffection and misplaced identity. And, I hope to share that with other women.”
Ya’ll Jess is using all of her story to glorify Him. And, I’m so grateful. I pray you will walk away encouraged, feeling seen and loved by God, and praising God who redeems us.
All of the links and things Jess and I talked about will be in the show notes below. Ok, One more thing! If you were encouraged by what you heard today, I would love for you to forward this episode on to a friend! I think that we are all better together and today is the perfect time to give that friend in mind some encouragement.
FRIENDS OF A FEATHER SHOW NOTES: www.wrenrobbins.com/podcast
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FRIENDS OF A FEATHER INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/friendsofafeatherpodcast
XO,
Wren
My favorite prayer journal: Val Marie Paper (affiliate link)
Help support the podcast by ordering through our Amazon affiliate link at no extra cost to you! Thank you!
Hey friends!
Let’s get to today’s episode! I recently heard about Annie Pajcic. She’s a wife, a mom of 4, and an amazing artist. She uses her creativity to teach women, teens and tweens about Jesus. We found each other through a friends’ recent podcast episode and we had the best time talking. We chat about so many things, but one surprising event changed her life forever. She lost her best friend in a boating accident on her 17th birthday. God used this tragic accident to move in Annie’ life from a worldly perspective to a life of passion to know the Lord and encourage others to do the same.
Embracing her background in youth ministry and the arts, she founded ThouArtExalted. it combines the study of God’s Word with Annie’s passion for the arts. With 1 Chronicles 29:11 as a guide, ThouArtExalted provides art-based Bible studies, free devotions, speaking events, art camps, conferences, and online resources to help women, teens, and tweens deepen a relationship with Jesus. You will be encouraged how walking through hard and joy filled times will increase your faith and get you excited about your walk with Jesus.
Find the SHOW NOTES on my web site at: wrenrobbins.com/podcast
I would love to connect with you over on Instagram or Facebook
Remember, we are all friends of a feather, so let's stick together!
XO,
Wren
Hey friends I am Wren and I want to welcome you to the Friends of a Feather Podcast! A podcast in which you will walk away encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Every time you download an episode, I want you to feel seen by God, to feel encouraged in your daily life, and be spurred on to honor Him with the gifts and talents He has given you. If this is the first time you’ve tuned in or if you’ve been joining in for a while, you are welcome here, friend!
So many new things happening here at the podcast that I’m so thrilled about! One of which is that We launched my new web site, wrenrobbins.com! I really wanted to have a landing spot where I could share more content with you guys:
I would love for you to go check the web site out, go ahead and sign up for the Friends of a Feather mailing list so you can start getting emails that encourage, and give you resources I have used and love, and perhaps a discount code here and there from my favorite companies! As a thank you for you for signing up to receive the newsletter, you will get a free download of one of my favorite verses directly in your inbox after subscribing!
Ok! Let’s get to today’s episode!
Today’s episode is with my guest Michele Dyer. Michele is a wife, mom to 2 boys, a Christian Leadership Coach and a Certified Behavior Specialist. Michele loves discovering new ways to help others identify their life’s calling and mission.
Michele also cherishes her role as wife and mom. She and her husband John have been married since 1997, they have two boys, Alec and Caedon. Though she’s about to be an empty-nester, she’s about to figure this "parenting thing" out, and to help other mom’s “crack the code” of parenting each child according to their natural bent. After our conversation, I told Michele she needed to write a book on parenting! Such wisdom she gives in this episode!
I am thrilled to have Michele join me as my guest today because we dive into two things I’m passionate about: encouraging women to discover the talents God has gifted them with, to put them into practice and how we can use personality tests as a tool in doing so.
You may be an Enneagram enthusiast or you may be just shaking your head, but I promise, there is something for everyone in this episode! You will learn so much about parenting, how the Enneagram personality point system can help you identifty your strengths and how God can walk with you through your weaknesses, how we can use personality tests in marriage, so much more! I enjoyed our conversation so much and I know you will too!
Show Notes:
Connect with Michele on Facebook
Her fav snack: Bell Vita bar
Books Michele Recommends:
Different Children, Different Needs by Charles Boyd
The Road Back to You by Ian Cron
Self to Lose, Self to Find by Marilyn Voncil
More by Todd Wilson
FREE Enneagram test Michele suggests
Ok, One more thing! Are you encouraged after listening to these incredible stories on the podcast? I know I am! If you would like to leave the Friends of a Feather podcast a review, I would love if you could do that today! Hop on over to itunes and give a 5 star one line rating and review! Reviews and ratings are important because it helps other women find the Friends of a Feather community so that they can be encouraged just like you! I read each and every review.
I would love to connect with you over on Instagram and Facebook
And, check out my web site, wrenrobbins.com
We are all friends of a feather, so let's stick together!
XO,
Wren
Hey friends I am Wren and I want to welcome you to the friends of a feather podcast! A podcast in which you will walk away encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Each week, I chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a dream she is pursuing, or a passion to share with you. If this is the first time you’ve tuned in or if you’ve been joining in for a while, I am so glad you are here!
Today is episode 71 and it's a little different. I've invited back a guest, my friend, Holly Mackle to chat about tangible ways we can make our friends feel special this Valentines Day.
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Holly on Instagram
Check out Holly's blog at Engaging Motherhood
Listen as I chat with Holly about her story on Episode 38 of the podcast.
Get Holly's enormously funny book Same Here, Sisterfriend from Amazon.
Hot chocolate balls
Tetrazzini Freezer Recipe
Also, If you are enjoying listening to the podcast, there is something that I would love if you could do to help me out! Right after the podcast is over, could you scroll up on your screen and when you see the show notes, could you click the itunes link and go leave a review for the podcast? It really helps others to find the friends of a feather community. Thanks, friends.
I would love to connect with you over on Instagram!
Email me at: friendsofafeatherpodcast@gmail.com
Hey friends! I am Wren and I want to welcome you to the friends of a feather podcast! A podcast in which you will walk away encouraged by hearing God stories from my friends that I share! Each week, I chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a dream she is pursuing, or a passion to share with you. If this is the first time you’ve tuned in or if you’ve been joining in for a while, I am so glad you are here!
Today’s episode is with my guest Nicole Cole. Nicole is a wife, mom, lifestyle blogger, photographer, and co-shop owner. Nicole has creativity oozing out of her and she’s just the cutest thing, too.
I met Nicole through a mutual friend (thanks, Courtney!) at the Story & Soul Weekend. We were signed up to go to one of the same break out sessions and as we walked up the stairs and into the room, I asked Nicole about her story. She began to share with me with such ease and grace about how the Lord brought her through a season of waiting while they desired to grow their family. Nicole and her husband, Tyler walked through a failed adoption that was so devastating to them but they believe that each and every day was completely ordained by Him. By grace alone, they are now the parents of not one... but TWO children. Their sweet Campbell came home to them via adoption in late October 2016 and their Crawford girl was born in January of 2017. Yes, you did the math right. She has 2 two year olds!! She is able to stay home with them and she also does some photography work on the side. Her desire is to continually point to the faithfulness and goodness of Jesus. As you read her words, it is her desire that you would see Jesus and that you would boldly choose to follow Him in joyful obedience. Ya’ll, she’s the real deal. Nicole is also passionate about Biblical Literacy. Toward the end of our conversation, she gives us some ideas and practical resources for that and you will want to stay tuned in for those! Especially the FREE resource she mentions! Ok, so here’s my conversation with Nicole!
SHOW NOTES:
Nicole on Instagram
Nicole's web site
Nicole's Mock & Stock Etsy Shop
Nicole's Boutique: Holly & Co.
Nicole's blog post about Bible Study Resources that she loves
Nicole's blog post about the Prayer Notebook she uses
Favs: Coffee-Voxer-Harvest Crisp pea chips
Books Nicole loves:
Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin
Leaving Ordinary by Donna Gaines
ESV Study Bible
Keyword Study Bible
Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal
Podcast Interview that Nicole mentions:
Friends of a Feather Podcast Ep. 35: Caroline Saunders: Stay Weird
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I would love to connect with you over on Instagram or on Facebook
And, I’m doing something new! If you are on instagram, be looking for the Instagram LIVE on Monday that I’ll be doing with Nicole! I have one more quick question to ask her! Like 5 minutes literally!
Got a question? Email me at: friendsofafeatherpodcast@gmail.com
Would love for you to leave a review over on iTunes to help others find our community. Thank you.
Ok, one more thing! If you were encouraged by what you heard today, I would love for you to forward this episode on to a friend! I think that we are all better together and today is the perfect time to give that friend in mind some encouragement.
XO,
Wren
Hey friends and welcome to the Friends of a Feather Podcast! A podcast in which you will walk away encouraged by hearing my friends stories that I share! I am Wren and if this is the first time you’ve tuned in or if you’ve been joining in for a while, I am so glad you are here!
Let’s get to todays episode with my guest Bailey T. Hurley. Bailey is a wife to Tim, mom to Hunter and a little girl on the way. She’s an avid reader, a community-builder, blogger, writer, and speaker in the Denver area. Bailey invites women to creatively build rooted community in their corner of the world. In this episode we talk about being a community builder, tips on being a great friend, how she does that practically. I also ask her about this quote she wrote about in an article in the Dearly magazine, Bailey said, “Truly, every woman is a community-builder, but she just needs to be empowered to make some friendship moves with the resources and talents she already has.” Goodness I love that.
Bailey has the sweetest soul and motivates me to be more intentional with those around me. She uses her gifts by being an encouraging bright light andher smile is contagious. We just had the best time together! I'm sure if I lived in Denver we would be the best of friends:)
Show Notes:
Find Bailey online at Bailey T. Hurley
Find Bailey on Instagram
Bailey's Favs!
What Bailey is eating:
Popcorn
What Bailey is loving:
Seraphine Maternity Coat
What Bailey is Reading:
Even Better Than Eden by Nancy Guthrie
A Well Behaved Woman by Terese Anne Fowler
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I would love to connect with you over on Instagram and FB!
Here is the iTunes link for you to go leave a review for the podcast! It really makes a difference. Thank you.
Any ideas for the podcast? Email me! friendsofafeatherpodcast@gmail.com
XO,
Wren
Today's episode is with my guest Maggie Combs. Maggie is a wife, mom to three boys, author, writer, speaker, and mentor, and living the small farm life in Minnesota,. Maggie’s first book is entitled, Unsupermommy and I loved it. One of the best books I have ever read! Over on Maggie’s instagram @unsupermommy, I love how she shares practical gospel truth in the midst of her real life. And, that is what this episode is about! I wanted to know about her farm life, her life with her hubby and three boys, and what led her to write Unsupermommy. I asked her a lot of questions about different aspects of mommyhood that I had read in her book.
I cannot say enough about how much I loved this episode and of course, Maggie. What you don’t know is that the power went out at the beginning of our conversation and I had to wait until my router rebooted! Maggie was so kind about it and told me about another time something like that happened to her and it made me feel so much better!
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Maggie on Instagram her website, or over on FB
Maggie's favorites: Kombucha, Mint Tea w/ Almond Milk
Books she's reading:
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
Parenting by Paul David Tripp
Order Maggie's book HERE
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I would LOVE to connect with you over on Instagram!
Find out more about the Friends of a Feather Podcast
Are you encouraged after listening to these incredible stories on the podcast? I know I am! If you have never left the Friends of a Feather podcast a review, I would love if you could do that today! Hop on over to ITunes and give a 5 star one line rating and review! Reviews and ratings are important because it helps other women find the Friends of a Feather community so that they can be encouraged just like you! I read each and every review.
And, while you are there, make sure you go ahead and subscribe so that each weekly episode will drop right into your phone! So easy, right? Thank you for taking 2 minutes out of your day to do that! It means so much!
XO,
Wren
Let’s get to todays episode with my guest Elizabeth Sirven. Elizabeth is a supportive wife to Chris, encouraging mom to four, she loves Jesus with all her heart, and she desires to empower others to use their gifts! I love Elizabeth and I know you will, too!
She is like a magnet to those around her. I love her kindness, the love for her family, and her passion about health and wellness! All of these come through on Elizabeth’s instagram page and I just felt so special after chatting with her.
Its episode 67 and we talk about how Elizabeth struggled after having her second baby. She did not feel healthy and felt like she was in a fog. Post partum emotions got the best of her and she was ready for a change! Hear from Elizabeth about her journey and how searching out tools to enhance her wellness has made all of the difference! And, what she found has rocked her world in the best way: a family she could lead in their wellness journey, a business that came to her that she was not expecting, a husband whom recently she brought home from his job to go full time alongside her. I know for sure that Elizabeth is living out her gifts well and she is such an encouragement!
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Elizabeth online on Instagram and HERE
Book Elizabeth is reading: Imperfect Courage by Jessica Honegger
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I would love to connect with you over on Instagram!
Are you encouraged after listening to these incredible stories on the podcast? I know I am! If you have never left the Friends of a Feather podcast a review, I would love if you could do that today! Hop on over to ITUNES and give the podcast a 5 star, one line rating and review! And, while you are there, make sure you go ahead and subscribe so that each weekly episode will drop right into your phone! So easy, right? Reviews and ratings are important because it helps other women find the Friends of a Feather community so that they can be encouraged just like you!
We are ALL friends of a feather! Let's Stick Together!
Wren
Joy, pure Joy! That is what I heard in Presley's voice when I talked with her on this episode! Even through the tears.
Presley is a wife, blogger, dog mom to her cute puppy dog, Duke! Presley is passionate about Jesus, lettering, fitness, and style and she blogs about all of those things!
She opens up about the hardest part of her childhood, losing her mom to a drunk driving accident when Presley was a young girl. We talk about what that loss felt like and how she worked through it as an adult. Presley makes events memorable and you will hear how she remembered her mother on her wedding day in the most precious way.
I loved this conversation so much! It was so sweet and yet so moving as well.
Thank you for sharing this episode with your friends!
Find Presley at:
Letters & Lifestyle on Instagram
Letters & Lifestyle online
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I would love to connect with you over on Instagram! @friendsofafeatherpodcast
Thanks for listening. Be encouraged!
XO,
Wren
Sponsor of today's episode: Meredith Design Co.
Cover design: Stacey Meredith
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SHOW NOTES:
# 10: Elora Inspired
Elora Inspired is a Christian children's brand offering apparel and their newest product... silicone scripture placemats! Everything they offer has scripture incorporated into it with hopes of pointing everyone to Christ. The business started out of Megan's desire to fill everyday tasks such as getting ready for the day and feeding littles with scripture an opportunity to encourage Christ centered conversations.
Elora, which means “God is light,” is Megan’s daughter’s middle name and the inspiration behind Elora Inspired. I had Megan on episode 57 of the podcast if you would like to hear more about Megan’s incredible story.
Use Code WREN for free shipping!
Follow Megan on Instagram
# 9: Five and one designs
Five & One Designs is owned and operated by two moms- Amanda and Jodie-who are not only neighbors, but friends. Between the two of them they have six children, 5 girls and 1 boy (hence the name!) and their families love doing life together. They specialize in shirts featuring modern and unique artwork designed in-house by the two of them. Collaborating with Megan at June Bug Designs, they have a new 2018 Christmas hoodie that you will fall in love with!
And, many more other designs you will love! I found them recently at a Christmas show and saw the verse that our family has chosen to focus on which is Joshua 1:9 which is Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged. For the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go “ It was hand scripted on a shirt with plum sleeves and I had to have it immediately. So much to choose from Kids sizes XS-XL to Adult XS-XXL Love the size ranges!
All of the Five and One shirts are handcrafted in Arlington, TN, and can be found at Classic Trends in Arlington, or online via Instagram or Facebook.
Mention the Friends of a Feather Podcast and they will offer a discount of 15% off!
# 8: Live FashionABLE
The goal of the company of Live Fashionable is to provide alternatives that gives women in other countries an opportunity to earn a living, empowering them to end the cycle of poverty that keeps them trapped. Armed with multiple studies illustrating how the employment of women benefits and strengthens the entire community, the ABLE team set out on a mission to end generational poverty, one job at a time.
Because of your support, ABLE has grown from producing a single collection of hand-woven scarves to a one-stop shop for ethical fashion, offering leather goods, handmade jewelry, denim, clothing and footwear. Whether your purchase is produced in Ethiopia, Mexico, Peru, or at our headquarters in Nashville, TN, each item has one thing in common: because it is made by women, it is leading all of us a step closer to the end of generational poverty.
With your help, we are working each day to give opportunity to women in a safe and healthy environment and encouraging our peers to do the same.
I love my Selam tote and wallet and its exactly what I had been wanting!
ABLE’s Black Friday deal starts Monday, November 19th through Cyber Monday. Save 30% while empowering and protecting women with your purchase, plus free shipping on orders over $49. Use code ABLE30.
If you’re shopping after the sale, Friends of a Feather listeners can use code FEATHER20 for 20% off their first ABLE purchase at check-out. Valid through the end of the year. You can use this link and the discount will automatically be applied to your cart: Live Fashionable Friends of a Feather Coupon Code Link
# 7: Limelife
Incredible makeup and skin care for everyone…
At LimeLife, they empower people to achieve their goals and dreams and to inspire others to do the same. Their family-owned company was founded in 1952 to provide professional makeup to the stage and film industry. Now they are expanding our reach to help women everywhere look their best every day with our all natural skincare line and personalized makeup palettes.
My friend Dondra came over one day last year to show me some of the products she loves from Limelife. And, I in turn fell in LOVE with them, too. I will tell you I don’t like to spend money on makeup and I wasn’t used to wearing makeup that much. But, in the last year I’ve noticed some sweet little dark circles who showed up in their darling little way and I knew I needed to up my makeup game. I like to be health conscious when I can and what I like about Limelife is that it is toxic free, and they have an all natural skincare line. I ordered the foundation, concealer, and priming spray to start out and have since ordered the powder as well. Let me tell you I have enjoyed this makeup so very much! I have received compliment after compliment on how good my makeup looks. I’m sure my momma Candy is so proud! She loves makeup!
Also, if you want to hear Dondra’s story listen to Ep. 43 and 44 on the podcast!
Here is the link to order from Dondra to start looking your best in a natural way! Purchase LimeLife Makeup
# 6: Poppy Parks Boutique
Poppy Parks is an online fashion forward boutique that was created on the platform that all women deserve to feel beautiful and confident in their own skin. Betsy carries beautiful, figure flattering clothing in sizes Small through 3XL along with super cute accessories including jewelry, scarves, hats, leggings, and more.
I first met Betsy last year when she was in town hosting a show. I found so many clothing pieces that day and have since continued shopping with Betsy at her shows and online. Betsy is cute as a button and you will love the pieces she offers to her clients.
Betsy is offering the Friends of a Feather Podcast listeners a 25% off of one regular priced item.
Check out Betsy's shop Poppy Parks Boutique on FB
# 5: Same Here Sisterfriend book
Join Engaging Motherhood's contributing author Holly Mackle and her sisterfriends as they laugh their way through the misadventures of authentic motherhood. Full of wit and charm, Mackle guides readers through a collection of hilarious and vulnerable tales written by moms who have seen it all.
Laugh alongside a group of real mamas as they tell of the neverending joys and unpredictable perils of motherhood. Between diaper fiascos and singing potties, and whether mowing to escape reality or being mistaken as a pile of laundry--hilarity ensues. The extraordinary vulnerability found in Same Here, Sisterfriend will not only remind every mom that she's not alone, but also encourage her to look for grace in even the messiest moments.
Sisterfriends keep each other sane, strong, and lighthearted, which is exactly what Holly Mackle's mom-community does: bring a little levity to the rough trenches of mamahood. So long as sisterfriends are only a text away, they can be sure of one thing--they will never have to face the mom life alone.
With a little commiseration and a lot of laughter, the ladies behind the creation of Same Here, Sisterfriend encourage moms everywhere to let go of the image of perfection and rest in knowing that their sisterfriends have their back. So it's time to link arms in sisterfriend solidarity, because we might as well laugh, mama.
I literally read this book the fastest I’ve ever read a book! Tears running down my face as I was reading. You will love it!
Also, want to know more of the curator of this book, Holly Mackle’s story? Check out Episode 38 to hear her story!
Go get Same Here Sisterfriend HERE and type in FEATHER20 for 20% off!
# 4: Anne Smith Art
A brilliant artist, an Art teacher whom I adore, Anne has always had a talent of using different mediums, colors, and artistic strokes to bring art to life. I have worked with Anne and she is delightful, talented, and I love every piece she creates.
You can contact her at Anne Smith Art on FB to order. Anne is having an Art Open House called, Oh What Fun! If you are in the local Memphis area, and mention this episode, you can get 20% off your order.
3: Crew + Co
Crew + Co was opened at the beginning of 2015 while Courtney was pregnant with her second son, Grey. She already had another shop focused mainly on calligraphy and lettering that was opened in 2014 after her first son was born. This shop is allowing her to work every day doing what I'm passionate about and she is so grateful for your support and business! Her family loves the Lord and desires to spread His Word in all that we do!
Courtney and I started out as internet friends until Courtney broke the ice and we are now IRL friends! She is super sweet, super talented and I love her companys mission.
Find Courtney’s scripture cards, Advent cards, Easter cards, and Give Thanks cards and now Men's scripture cards over at Crew + Co.
Courtney is offering a 15% discount to my listeners so go find some goodies in time for Christmas! Use the code: FRIENDSOFAFEATHER for this discount!
2: Unsupermommy book
Imperfections are opportunities to receive God's unending strength.
No mother can live up to supermommy expectations. Thankfully, God isn't looking for perfection. He's calling on imperfect moms to be faithfully plugged into his superpowers.
In Unsupermommy, Maggie delves into expectations every new mom faces--for her baby, personal appearance, housekeeping, marriage, parenting, and more. She shares that by having three babies in three years God used the trenches of motherhood to transform her life, releasing her from the pressure of perfection. Her desire is to see discouraged moms freed from expectations prevalent in society, social media, blogs, and even our own hearts.
Maggie's candid motherhood story will inspire you to embrace your own imperfection as a means to receiving God's grace. You don't need to be a supermommy when you rely on a superpowered God. This book has meant the world to me. I recently read it and it has made such a difference in how I view my role as a mom to my son, relating to my husband, and so encouraging to not have to rely on my own strength!
You can find Maggie over at on Instagram
Go order her book over on Amazon, and it will change your perspective on everything!
And, ya’ll stay tuned bc Maggie coming on the podcast to chat with me to share her story in December! Can’t wait!
1: ValMarie Paper
Val Marie Paper all started when Valarie Woerner’s fears during pregnancy had her searching for a prayer journal where she could organize her thoughts and every symptom she could possibly worry about. (She’s a self-diagnosed hypochondriac) When she couldn’t find what she was looking for, she used that old journalism degree and skills designing wedding invitations to create her own.
In the fall of 2013, about 2 weeks before her first daughter was born, she started selling our 6-month prayer journal. It exploded. It turns out she wasn’t the only one whose prayer time many days consisted of staring at a blank wall running through her to-do list instead of actually praying.
They've had them used by famous bachelorettes, Canadian style mavens, and authors with books you’ve probably got on your shelf. Why? Because none of us are immune to distractions in our prayer life and we all need a little help to focus on what matters most to us!
Our mission is to create practical tools and content that equip women to cut through the noise of everyday life and find fullness of life in the presence of the Lord.
So excited and grateful to tell you about this company Valarie began 5 years ago. Valmarie Paper has graciously given my Friends of a Feather listeners the code FRIENDS3 for 20% off when they purchase 3 or more products (only excluding their Yearly Prayer Journal).
This is great for multiple gifts because it brings our $15 journals down to $12!
I have used the Fresh Start prayer journal and devotional, I am currently using the 6 month prayer journal, and I’ve already sent the link to my husband for the yearly prayer journal for Christmas!
Here is the link to order: Shop Val Marie Paper
Bonus: The Friends of a Feather HOPE bird
At the friends of a Feather Podcast, stories are shared, some of who you may know, some you may know only on the internet!
I am grateful that I get to chat with women who have a story to tell, a dream that they are pursuing or a passion to share.
Years ago as I was walking through the pain of infertility, a friend gave me a handcrafted ceramic bird. The simple word, Hope was hand stamped on the side of it. The bird now hangs on a lamp in my office. It has been a very meaningful gift to me, a sign of hope, a sign that like my friends fingerprints on the clay, God’s fingerprints were on my life. I had hope. Rom. 15:13 says, “ May the God of HOPE fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” When walking through my difficult heart-yearning time, I needed to trust and hope and I found that. Encouragement from friends like my friend, Stacey and this little bird she handcrafted for me was a constant visual reminder of the HOPE that Jesus gives, that He was with me in the midst of the trial. I am pleased to announce that we have partnered with Stacey who is Meredith Design Co to create a one of a kind HOPE bird inspired by the original one she made me seven years ago. This is an exclusive for Friends of a Feather. Each one is hand made and hand stamped with the word HOPE by Stacey and only available through our podcast.
We could not be any more happy with this product and that it will be provided to you, the Friends of a Feather listeners.
Consider giving a friend going through a hard time this gift of HOPE. The release date for the limited edition Friends of a Feather HOPE bird is today. I would love for you to go check it out at HOPE bird. They are available for a limited time only and will be shipped the week of December 3rd.
Our prayer is that the Hope Bird will become a visual reminder that there is hope in the Lord and that His fingerprints are on your story. Each bird is lovingly handmade and unique... just like you.
Handmade polymer clay. Dimensions approx 3.25 x 2.25 x 1.25
Shipping: USPS First Class
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Want to connect with Wren? I would love to connect with you over on Instagram! Come over and say hi!
The Hope Bird was originally given as a gift to Wren in 2011. Wren’s friend, Stacey Meredith, handmade the gift hoping it would provide encouragement during a difficult season. This gift became a daily reminder of hope for Wren.
Our prayer is that the Hope Bird will become a visual reminder that there is hope in the Lord and that His fingerprints are on your story. Each bird is lovingly handmade and unique... just like you.
Handmade polymer clay.
Dimensions approx 3.25 x 2.25 x 1.25
Shipping: USPS First Class
Preorders ended Nov. 24th.
Let’s get to todays episode with Lauren K. Denton. I picked up one of Lauren’s novels in August and I loved reading it! Born and raised in Mobile, Alabama, Lauren now lives with her husband and two young daughters in Homewood, just outside Birmingham. In addition to her fiction, she writes a monthly newspaper column about life, faith, and how funny (and hard) it is to be a parent. On any given day, she’d rather be at the beach with her family and a stack of books. Her debut novel, The Hideaway, is USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon Charts bestseller. Her second novel, Hurricane Season, released in April, 2018, and was listed on BookPage's 2018 list of Most Anticipated Fiction. And, I want to give a little plug for Lauren’s two books and the one coming out in March. The Hideaway Hurricane Season, and Glory road are her novels! If you like Southern fiction, you will love how Lauren writes the setting, how the characters are relatable and how she creates an interesting story line and it will have you hooked
Its episode 64 and we talk about how Laurens love for reading and writing came at an early age, and how she realized her calling was to write. She is a thoroughly gifted writer and I was thrilled to be able to chat with her. She’s a big deal and I’m thankful she was able to sit down with me and chat.
We talk about how she manages her writing and being a mother to her two young girls. I love how Laurens stories always have hope and redemption that shines through and I love that. We talk about what Lauren does when she gets stuck and cannot write any more. I love how she brings everyday moments into the light when writing a column for Homewoods newspaper, The Homewood Star. You will think you are chatting with a friend. Lauren is warm, inviting, and shares her story with us today and Im so grateful. You will love her and will want to read her books.
SHOW NOTES:
Find Lauren on her web page Lauren K. Denton
Get Lauren's first novel: The Hideaway
Get Lauren's second novel: Hurricane Season
Preorder Lauren's highly anticipated third novel: Glory Road
Connect with Lauren on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
Are you enjoying the podcast? I would love if you could write a short one line review over on Itunes! It would help out the podcast so much! Would love to get to my goal by the first of the year. Could you help with that? Thank you for coming back each week and listening to the conversation with friends. See you over on Instagram.
Tune in next week when we feature our gift giving episode! It’s counting down the Top 10 with Wren! Many new things coming to you from the podcast and I’m so grateful for you, my listeners, my friends.
Remember, we are all friends of a Feather let’s stick together! Have a great week and I’ll see ya next time.
Today’s episode is episode 63 with my friend, Karlye Sills. Karlye and I recently met in person and she is super sweet! I loved chatting with her today and know you will enjoy hearing her story! Karlye shares how she went from a wife desiring children to a mother of four children! During the years of infertility, miscarriage, a physical diagnosis of PCOS, dimished egg reserve, and diminished ovarian quality, Karlye explains how God showed her how to rely on Him and to follow His plan for her life. Through all of it, Karlye’s faith was strengthened knowing God’s plan was at work and she has experienced such peace through that!
We talk about getting pregnant naturally, her two IVF cycles, and having the shock of getting pregnant with twins! We also chat about the accidental way she started her business of sharing about essential oils with the Young Living brand. She even shares her favorite 6 oils! You will be encouraged through Karyle’s story!
I would love to encourage you to share the podcast with your friends! There are many episodes of different stories of women who are sure to encourage you in your faith journey! After I listen, I’m always encouraged and I desire to love Jesus more from hearing from my friends! A few I would love to suggest would be Ep. 51 with my friend Tracey when she talks about walking through her husbands gambling addiction, forgiving him, and how God restored her marriage, Also, Ep. 52 was with Mary Flo Ridley when she talked about talking to your kids about the birds and the bees that you don’t want to miss!
I would love to connect with you on Instagram!
This is episode 62 and my guests are Katie Norrid and Amy Mobley. In 2017, Katie & Amy decided to take a leap and start City Hill Design and turn their talent and passion into something more by working with builders, remodelers, and homeowners in the Memphis area. With a combined 8 years of experience, they have a fantastic eye for design, a love of working hard, and a desire to help people achieve a home they can enjoyand be proud of.
Amy finds joy in bringing a laid back touch into spaces with a little bit of modern aestheticwhile Katie loves crafting spaces with an old world charm while keeping things calm, neutral, and timeless.
We talk about growing up together with a famous basketball brother, the memories they love about growing up, how they ended up working at the same homebuilding company and something unplanned in March of 2017 that changed everything in the best way. This feels like a conversation between friends, even if we just met the day of recording in my kitchen. I could not stop smiling while I was editing this episode. You will be encouraged in your faith walk and will be refreshed through Katie and Amy’s story!
SHOW NOTES:
You can find Katie and Amy on Instagram at CITY HILL DESIGN or on their web site. They have a beautiful feed and I love how they interact with their followers.
Books they have been reading:
The Magnolia Story
Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys
SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE:
The sponsor for todays episode is Crew and Co products provide a practical approach to scripture memory and family devotions through unique and beautiful cards. Each card was designed by Courtney with hand lettering and original art with the purpose of being a tool to teach your kids and family about Jesus. The Scripture card sets are sure to be visually appealing for every member of the family. This season be sure to pick up the newly restocked Advent cards! The advent cards correspond with the Jesus StoryBook Bible and are a fun way for kids to learn the beauty of the Christmas story. Be sure to follow Crew + Co on Instagram and check out their products at crewandco.com!
Logo Design by: Meredith & Co
I would love to connect with you over on the Friends of a Feather Instagram !
Colby is an amazing worship leader, wife to John, mommy to Lola, and just recently had a double lung transplant after her lungs continued to decline due to having Cystic Fibrosis. So many God moments in our conversation. I loved hearing about how Colby was called only 9 days after being put on the transplant list that they had lungs for her! How Colby's community was lifting her up in prayer during her surgery, many who did not even know her! Such a raw part of the conversation when we talk about the thought of Colby not being around to raise her daughter, Lola. But, hearing the faith of Colby and what a good father God is and how she KNEW He would take care of her.
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Colby on her web site, FB, and Instagram
Find Colby's album on iTunes.
Books Colby is reading:
Everybody Always by Bob Goff
Driven by Eternity by John Bevere
Colby's song was featured on: The Frey Living
Today's Show Sponsor:
Elora Inspired: Elora Inspired is a Christian children's brand offering apparel and their newest product... silicone scripture placemats! Everything they offer has scripture incorporated into it with hopes of pointing everyone to Christ. The business started out of Megan's desire to fill everyday tasks such as getting ready for the day and feeding littles with scripture and opportunity to encourage Christ centered conversations. You can find Elora Inspired at EloraInspired.com or on Instagram @elorainspired
I would love to connect with you over on my Instagram page @friendsofafeatherpodcast!
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast where my friends share their story of how they have been changed by Jesus. Receive encouragement from my friend Kathryn on episode 60 today!
Kathryn is a wife, mom to two high schoolers, Bible teacher, encourager, and friend to those she meets. A few years ago, Kathryn was called out of her comfort zone in order to fully use the gift of teaching that God had placed within her. Her life has been changed because of learning and teaching God's word chronologically.
We talk about how Kathryn used to plan her life (or so she thought), down to when she would have her children biologically. Three IVF procedures later and God called her to drop what she thought as "perfect" and came to know him personally. Kathryn and her husband Jay were called to adopt their daughter and then their son 11 months later.
Throughout Kathryn's life, you will hear how God has moved and you will be encouraged to hear the wisdom she shares, how she points us all back to Jesus, and how she knows that prayer matters. You will come away refreshed and desiring to know Him better.
Be encouraged, friends!
SHOW NOTES:
Interested in reading, studying, and teaching the Bible chronologically where you live? (Link below!)
Chronological Bible Teaching
Book Kathryn recommends:
30 Days to Taming Your Tongue
Bible Kathryn studies and teaches out of:
Chronological Life Application Study Bible NLT
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SHOW SPONSOR:
Story & Soul Weekend: Dec. 7-9th
Once upon a time, there were three tired moms of toddlers sitting around and dreaming up the perfect weekend: time to chat with friends over coffee and delicious food, space for rest, and solid Bible teaching. Those friends decided to make that dream a reality. Story & Soul Weekend is a Memphis-area weekend retreat for and by women, designed to prioritize Scripture, Stillness, and Sisterhood.
This year's retreat is scheduled for December 7-9, and we'd love for you to join us! Individuals, small groups, mothers and daughters, and friends who attend Story & Soul will come away refreshed by the solid scriptural focus, the slow, restful itinerary, and the space to connect with God and one another.
We also love to partner with ministries by helping provide their women with a meaningful, quality, vision-rich retreat without overextending their leaders.
Want to know more? Visit us online at storyandsoulweekend.com or on Instagram @storyandsoulweekend.
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I would LOVE to connect with you over on Instagram and on Facebook!
Artwork by the talented Stacey Meredith of Meredith Design Co.
Picture this: teenage girl dealing with a loss of a family member through suicide, alcohol, drugs, husband leaving for his contracting job in Afghanistan six days after her baby boy was born, moving cities many times, husband addicted to pain medication, filing for divorce, separating from her husband for ten months, life spiraling out of control as she looked for love, for acceptance, for care.
Through all of this Brandy realized her need for Jesus and Jesus transformed her life and she, her husband, her family, and her marriage have been forever changed.
Hear my friend Brandy’s incredible story today and share with a friend!
Link in profile.
Today's episode is with my friend, Ashleigh.
Ashleigh is a sweet in real life friend, wife to Matt, mother to four children and a part time pharmacist! Ashleigh's story begins when her husband, Matt, went to China on a work trip, saw the poverty in the area, and was burdened for the children there. He came home from that trip and talked with Ashleigh about adopting a child from China!
In this episode hear the details of how God's timing was 7 1/2 years later and they would see their baby girl for the first time and the joy that she has brought to their family. Hear Ashleigh's advice for someone walking that road today!
Feel free to share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement journeying through the adoption process.
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Wren over on Instagram and FB
Hey Friends!!
On today's episode, I enjoyed chatting with my new friend, Megan! Megan is wife, mom to three sweet children, and shop owner of Elora Inspired!
What I love about Megan is her strong desire to pour the love of Jesus into everyone around her! She pours into her husband, her children, those she meets in real life and those on her Instagram page!
Megan and I talk about the family vacation she came back from when she knew her marriage was over. However, her husband came home with a different set of feelings. You will hear about the incredible change that Jesus made in their lives, their marriage, and in how they raise their children.
Such an encouraging episode to hear how God's power intervened in Megan's life and why God led her to start her company, Elora Inspired!!
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Megan over on Instagram and on Facebook
Check out Megan's adorable products in her shop, Elora Inspired
I would love to connect with you over on Instagram and on Facebook
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Today, my guest is Leah Simpson! Leah is a wife, mother, author, teacher, pioneer of bringing Classical Conversations to the Memphis area, homeschool mom, future Pilot and much more!! I love her company called Nurturing My Nest and that the goal of it is to strengthen families.
We had the best conversation! We talked about how Leah and Tim met❤️, what it’s like being married to a TV weatherman during bad weather🌪, homeschooling her five children📚, walking through six miscarriages, and her book,” Nurturing My Nest.”
I really enjoyed hearing about the books Leah is reading and the ones she is in the process of writing!! Don’t miss this episode!! Link in profile.
CONNECT with Leah on her web site!
Connect with Leah on Instagram and Facebook
connect with me on the Friends of a Feather Podcast on Instagram
Happy Friday!
Today on the podcast is Rosalynne Martin. Roz is married to her college sweetheart, Jullian and they have two boys, ages 7 and 8. Roz and Jullian have been married for 20 years, she is very involved in the Arise 2 Read program in Memphis, she occasionally writes for the Missional Motherhood blog, and loves spending time with her family.
You will love hearing Roz's story of how she walked through infertility, miscarriage, 2 IVF cycles, adoption, and finding out she was pregnant while her oldest was still in the NICU. And, through it all, you can see God's hand at work. It may seem so simple yet difficult, but trusting God with you whole heart is what Rosalynne knew she had been called to do.
She had delayed motherhood, but now she openly shares her story to many she meets. And, I'm so happy to share her story with you today!
SHOW NOTES:
Adoption Agency: Life Choices of Memphis
What Roz is reading: Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World by Kristen Welch
Roz has been featured on the Missional Motherhood blog
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Friends of a Feather Podcast on Instagram, and FB!
Today on the podcast is Megan Benson with Sheep Farm Felt. Megan and I met over Skype this past week but I felt like I already knew her and her adorable sheep from following her on Instagram!!
We talk about how Megan began her company, the best advice her dad gave her, and how she makes the felt balls! We also chat a little about Megan's family story of her parents as makers, losing everything in a fire when she was only four years old, and what her parents did for their community as a thank you for their help in the rebuilding of their home.
We chat about when Megan found out her oldest daughter was diagnosed with Autism Five, also called Asperger's syndrome. Megan gives great advice for moms who are walking that journey.
I love how Megan speaks about community and connections in our conversation. It's a great, meaningful episode and I would love for you to listen and share with a friend!
SHOW NOTES:
To Connect with Megan on Instagram
Find Megan's felt ball garlands at her web site: Sheep Farm Felt
Friends of a Feather podcast listeners!
10% OFF any purchase of $25 on Megan's ETSY shop! Code>>>>>FEATHER10
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I would love to connect with you over on the Friends of a Feather Instagram! or on FB!
Be encouraged, friends!!
Wren
Happy Friday, friends💗!
Today my guest is my friend, Courtney Kassner. Courtney is a wife and mom to three. She is the first Instagram friend who I met in real life recently!
I enjoyed hearing how her company Crew & Co was born back in 2015! Working at a corporate job, Courtney felt unhappy and knew there had to be a job out there that would allow her to express her creativity and give honor to God. When her second son was born, she came up with her own scripture cards out of a need to instill God’s word or truth into her first sons life.
We also talked about growth and support in marriage, in business, questioning God when seeking direction, and how thankful she is to be using her talents in a creative and honoring way to the Lord.
I love how Courtney talked about using her scripture cards to be Intentional for gospel sharing with your kids cause that has been her goal from the very beginning.
Again we talk about how it’s so crazy that God can bring our sweetest friends through meeting on Instagram...like us!!
Great book recommendation from Courtney about finding mom friends that is sometimes hard to do!!
Find the gorgeous scripture cards designed by Courtney at Crew & Co.
Connect with Courtney over on Instagram!
Find Friends of a Feather Podcast on ITunes to subscribe❤️!
I would love to connect with you over on Instagram!
Happy Friday, friends💗
Today my guest is my new friend, Mary Flo Ridley. Mary Flo is a wife, mother, grandmother, speaker, author, and founder of the company, The Birds & The Bees 🐝 (@birds_bees).
On this episode, we talk about what led Mary Flo to start her company, how you can start confidently talking with your child about the birds and the bees in an age appropriate manner, and an awesome resource you can use to help make this very awkward conversation turn into an ongoing knowledgeable conversation!
Such a great practical episode! Don’t miss it!
Link is in my profile or find the Friends of a Feather Podcast on ITunes to subscribe❤️!
SHOW NOTES:
Find more on the In Home Gathering on her web site, The Birds & The Bees
Connect with Mary Flo over on The Birds & The Bees on Instagram and FB!
Books Mary Flo recommends on this subject:
The Story of Me by Brenna and Stan Jones
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. by Kristen Jenson and Gail Poyner
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You can always connect with me over on Instagram or on FB at The Friends of a Feather Podcast! See you over there!
Hey friends!
Today my guest is my friend, Tracey. I met Tracey a few months ago standing in the hallway into my moms office at work. She is honest, lovable, sweet, and funny.
On this episode we talk about Tracey’s story of feeling betrayed by and lied to by her husband, Dwight while he was secretly hiding his addiction to gambling. You will hear the ups and downs of their marriage relationship that eventually led to their separation.
But, God.
You will hear about the moment that started the healing in their marriage. And, when Tracey fell back in love with him and started to trust him again.
Ya’ll. Tracey’s and Dwight’s story has the gospel weaved all through it. This story could have ended so much differently, but God brought them both to their knees and their marriage was saved.
Be encouraged through this amazing story of redemption, restoration, and love again.
edited to add: If you are reading this and no matter how hard you tried or prayed for it, your story did not end up in this way, know that you are loved💓It is about choices of both of the people in the relationship.
Link is in my profile or find the Friends of a Feather Podcast on ITunes to subscribe❤️!
Today's episode is special because it's my 50th episode!!! To celebrate this milestone, I brought my husband on the podcast to share our journey of infertility.
We chat about how we were naive thinking we would get pregnant easily according to "our" plans, the sweet moment our friends gave us, and what it was like realizing giving birth may not happen for us. I may or may not have teared up once!!!
We also chat about how I struggled but learned how to close my mouth and pray during a time when I needed to submit to my husband. God changed our circumstances, but not in our timing. God had a plan!
We chat a little about the podcast, my passion for encouraging women, and something you can do to encourage me! (Rating and review;)
You will get to hear what Jim is eating, reading, and loving these days!
Great episode! We had a blast!! Link in profile or subscribe in iTunes!
Wren
Hey friends!!
Today my guest is Kelly Stamps. You may know her from the blogging world at kellyskornerblog.com or as @mrskellystamps over on Instagram! I have read Kelly’s blog for years and it was super fun to catch up with her live over Skype!
On this episode we chat about:
•different seasons of waiting⏱
•how Kelly & Scott met💏
•the scariest day of Kelly’s life when Harper, her baby, was born not breathing.
•when Harper was two they realized she had a hearing impairment and needed hearing aids💜
•fun part time gigs that Kelly does✏️
•the most FUN thing Kelly does on her blog🎉🎉
•a new way to look at friendship👭
•a great book she is reading that I’m a big fan of📗!
Kelly is the real deal and you will love her!!
Link is in profile or find the Friends of a Feather Podcast on ITunes to subscribe!
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SHOW NOTES:
Kelly's blog: Kelly's Korner
Kelly's instagram: Mrs.KellyStamps
Book she's reading: Same Here, Sisterfriend
☀️Happy Friday!!☀️
Today my guest on the podcast is Sallie Dean! Sallie is a wife of 10 years, mom to twin kiddos, is a brilliant artist/illustrator and her family is in the process of adopting her third child.
We talk about:
•the point when Sallie was no longer closed fisted but rather open handed in her fertility.
•unity in the husband/wife relationship
•the journey for Sallie and her husband to adopt and the surprise when they found out they would be bringing twins home💏👧🏻🧒🏼!
•what Sallie is loving (hint:it has to do with 9 numbers😌)
•the neatest tip of how she integrates scripture into their daily life!
•The beautiful book she illustrated, “The Bridge That Love Built” @thebridgethatlovebuilt
You will love Sallie!! She is just precious and loves the things of the Lord!!!
Link to listen in my profile and share it with a friend!👊🏼🎧💜
We continue our conversation from the last episode on the Friends of a Feather podcast!! If you want to hear Part 1, go to the previous recorded episode (Ep. 46).
On this episode, Val, Nat, and I talk about how Valerie began @valmariepaper after seeing there was a need in her own life for more focused prayer. She launched her first prayer journal of 50 copies and now has sold over 40,000 of all prayer journals/devotionals!! We hear about how she and Natalie traveled to Waco, Texas to participate in the Spring at the Silos event this past Spring. So many neat stories and I loved hearing about it! We also hear of a practical way that Val prays for her friends using her phone!
I loved our conversation so very much and loved hearing about their new projects that are in the works!! You will be encouraged and will want to try out one of their journals right away!
Be encouraged, friends!!
XO,
Wren
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SHOW NOTES:
Natalie:
Natalie's web site
Natalie on Facebook
Natalie on Instagram
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Valerie:
Val's web site:
Val on Facebook
Val on Instagram
Books Nat & Val are reading:
Deep Work
Blueprint for Life
Blue Ocean Shift
The Techwise Family
Click on the affiliate link below to order!
https://shop.valmariepaper.com/?rfsn=853133.266a1
Such a fun episode with Valerie Woerner and Natalie Lewis! These twin entrepreneurs were sweet to take the time to chat with me over Skype one morning! We had so much fun and I'm convinced we would all be BFF if we knew each other IRL. For. Sure.
We chat about their relationship as children, friendships, going away to college, and the time when their relationship was strained, and what they did to resolve their conflict. We talk a lot about personality traits and of course, the Enneagram! I also hear about how Natalie began her company and the new project she has coming out this Summer!!
Don't miss next weeks episode when we hear how Valarie started her business, Valmariepaper in part two.
Be encouraged, friends!!!
XO,
Wren
Click on the affiliate link below to order!
https://shop.valmariepaper.com/?rfsn=853133.266a1
Happy Friday!!
Today, my guest on the podcast is Emily Thomas! You may know her as the Mom Struggling Well over on instagram and on iTunes! Emily is a wife, mother, nurse, podcaster, speaker, and friend to many.
Emily shared her story with me and it's incredible how she escaped an abusive marriage when she was a 21 year old newlywed in a foreign country. You will hear how her friend reached out to her and how hearing from her gave Emily the freedom and willpower to leave.
We also chat about the next part of her story of meeting her second husband, moving to China for 3 years as missionaries and walking through infertility during that time. I hear about how Emily forgave her husband after a short time of infidelity in their marriage. Emily and her husband adopted two precious children when they were toddlers and we chat about the challenges and the joys through the lens of adoption.
Don't miss this episode!! You will love Emily and see God's hand all over her story.
Happy Friday, Friends! My favorite day of the week! This episode is Part 2 of the conversation with my friend, Dondra! Dondra is a wife to Eric, mom to Madelynn who is in a sophomore in college and Ellington who is a two year old toddler. She has an amazing story of tears, loss, surrender, but full of sweet details, thankfulness, faithfulness, and joy!
In the episode we hear about:
•the sweet confirmation God gave Dondra that they were to adopt
•the devastating failed adoption but seeing God’s hand so vividly through it
•the prayer Dondra prayed throughout the adoption process
•the gasp when they first saw their sweet Ellington and the similarity of how God looks at us
•the faithfulness of God and why Dondra is thankful for her infertility
•the details God graciously gave Dondra and her family will blow you away!
Don’t miss this episode!! You will laugh, you will cry (like for realz) and you will be encouraged to walk your faith out in a whole new way!
Link to listen in my profile or subscribe in ITunes for IPhone or Stitcher for Android🎧🎙❤️
SHOW NOTES:
What Dondra is:
Loving: Limelife cosmetics!!
Eating: Cotton Candy Grapes
Praying for: Revival
Reading: Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis
Email Dondra at: fitefam@bellsouth.net
☀️Happy Friday!!☀️
Today on the podcast is my friend, Dondra. Dondra is a dear friend of mine who shares her story of walking through the joys of motherhood with her daughter while yearning for a second child, two miscarriages, a failed adoption, a successful adoption, and how she ultimately surrendered her plans to God to what her family would look like.
We talk about:
•the journey of motherhood with her daughter while walking through secondary infertility
•struggling with two miscarriages
•what her husband wrote in a letter that changed their lives for the better
•the excitement that God gave Dondra of looking differently than a typical family
Don’t miss this episode!! You will laugh, you will cry and you will be encouraged to walk your faith out in a whole new way!
Link to listen in my profile or subscribe in ITunes for IPhone or Stitcher for Android🎧🎙❤️
👩🏻👩🏽👱🏼♀️Happy Mother’s Day weekend, Friends!💐💐Today’s episode is a special one!! In honor of all moms out there, I invited my mom, Candy to come on the show! We chat about memories while I was growing up! We laugh, we cry, and I learned something new I didn’t know!
During our conversation, you will hear about:
🌷how she sparked my imagination when I was a little girl🌟
🌷why we won a 1st place ribbon in the fair when I was 3👗
🌷book report dress up days🙋🏻♀️👀
🌷funny stories about my wedding 💍👰🏻
🌷and, of course i ask my mom what she is enjoying eating, reading, praying for, and loving!🍴📚🙏🏼💞
What I love about my mom is that she’s warm, friendly, she has a great attitude all the time, and she’s super funny. If you don’t know her, you will fall in love with her. ❤️If you know her, you will love her even more! I invite you to laugh along with us!!
Link is in profile or subscribe in iTunes or Stitcher to listen!🎙🎧
☀️Happy Friday, Friends!☀️
Today on the podcast my guest is my friend, Angie. Angie is wife to Tim of 17 years, mother to two boys, ages 13 and 9. I knew I wanted Angie to come on the podcast because I wanted you to hear her story of restoration that God did in her marriage!
During our conversation, we chat about:
🌻how Angie and her husband struggled in the early years of their marriage and how they got past it
🌻what God graciously showed her during that lonely time
🌻action steps for you to do if you are in the same boat she was in
🌻the prayers she prays for her boys
🌻her prayer box that she uses to pray with everyday.
Angie is a prayer warrior and her love for Jesus is so very evident. She is very relatable and shares her heart! You will be encouraged!💓💓💓
Link is in profile or search in iTunes or Stitcher to listen!🎙🎧
💚Happy Friday!!💚
Today on the podcast my guest is Jean Stockdale. Jean is a Christ follower, wife, mother, grandmother, MIL, teacher, speaker, writer, author, and friend. I was privileged to get a chance to chat with Jean this past week and I cant wait to share her story with you today.
We chat about:
🌼How Jean and her husband Craig came to know Jesus personally and started walking with him in the early part of their marriage.
🌼how she got involved teaching a women’s Moms group
🌼how Jean and Craig walked through filing for bankruptcy and ended up losing their house, land, farm, and business back in 2010
🌼the incredible goat ministry the Stockdale’s have partnered with a pastor in N. Uganda🐐
Jean gets emotional when I ask her what she is loving and y’all let me just tell you, she’s a one of a kind❤️
What I love about Jean is how she unashamedly teaches the truth of God’s word while at the same time focusing on practical application in a woman’s life. She is such an encourager and God has gifted her beautifully as an engaging Bible teacher.
Link is in profile or search in iTunes or Stitcher to listen!
Brittany shares her unique story with us today! Brittany was born profoundly deaf and when she was a young child, she received one of the first cochlear implants in Memphis, TN back in the early 80’s. We talk about what life was like for her in middle and high school, and the sweetest was when she told me the most significant words she heard at the age of four. We talk about her experience of coming to know Jesus and her work with children who are hearing impaired. We also talk about how God has moved her in different directions and how she is trusting him through it all!
Brittany is delightful and her passion is contagious!! Don’t miss this episode!!
Happy Friday, friends!! NEW episode!
My guest for today's episode is my friend, Holly Mackle. Holly is wife to David, momma to two little bitties, a writer, blogger, editor, curator, and gardener! Holly is a busy momma, but she still found time to chat with me this week! And, I'm so glad she did!
We talk about how God's plans for her to be a writer were better than her plans, how finding those sister friends as a adult are hard but so worth it, and the moment she knew she was to curate the book, Same Here Sisterfriend.
What I love about Holly is her wisdom, her humor, her love for God, and her peppy attitude about every single thing. You will love Holly and will feel she is one of your sister friends!
SHOW NOTES:
Connect with Holly:
Holly Mackle
Holly on FB
Holly on Instagram
Go check Holly out as editor of Engaging Motherhood
She blogs about her itty bitties and gardening at: Digging Suburbia
And, don't forget to check out Holly's guest posts at Joe Gardener
Holly's books:
Little Hearts, Prepare Him Room
Engaging Motherhood
Same Here, Sisterfriend
And, don't forget about your 20 % off discount code through Shopify! Use link above and use the code FEATHER20 to get your discount!
Happy Spring!!🌱☀️🌺I am so thrilled to be seeing some sunshine poke through the rain clouds! I’m back in the swing of things bringing you some really great guests coming up on the podcast!🎧
My guest today on the show is my friend, Alicia. Alicia lives with her husband and 3 kids in a small community in Montana🌦⛷🏔🚠. Anyone who has met Alicia knows what a precious praying warrior friend she is and hearing her bringing the truth in our convo encourages me so much!👊🏼❤️
We chatted about:
🌱Writing our own story vs what God has for us!
🌱Accepting the identity God gives us
🌱Navigating through social media with your kids
🌱Letting go, turning around, leaving your mistakes and God will bring beauty from ashes
🌱Learning the REAP method of studying the Bible
So much wisdom and practical application in this episode! And, yes I do tear up remembering the work God did in my heart through Alicia’s daughter when she was only 4 years old💓👧🏼
🌷NEW podcast episode! 🌷
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want you to hear the story of Libby! Libby is a wife to Chris, mom to four kids, who in the last year moved out west with her hubs and kids to Colorado to start a church in the community of Stapleton.
On this episode we chat about:
✔️how she and Chris met💑
✔️how she told her family they were expecting a girl! (Finally!😉🎀)
✔️the specific moment when she and Chris both knew that Stapleton, CO was going to be where they would start @journeypointco !!
✔️great marriage and kid advice that wise couples shared with her💓👶🏻
✔️and you will hear what she loves about Colorado!🏔🚠☀️
After listening you will feel like you have a new BFF; Libby is so warm and encouraging! Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher! 🎧🎙💚
SHOW NOTES:
Book Libby is reading:
Parenting Isn't Perfect by Jim Daly
Devotional book Libby's older sons are reading:
Foundations for Kids By Robby Gallaty
Find Libby and Chris!!
Journey Point Church
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⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you my friend, Caroline!
Caroline is a pastors wife, mom to two (soon to be three), blogger, writer and co creator of the Story & Soul Weekend! 👩🏻💻💓
On this episode we talk about how motherhood changes you in the best way, how Caroline’s faith fleshes out in her role as a pastor’s wife, and why she prays for her children to stay weird. If you are one of Caroline’s insta followers you know I’m gonna ask her about the frozen old bananas 🍌and her word of the year🍪!
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing from Caroline! Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Let’s stick together!
Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🎙💗Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher!
Wren
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SHOW NOTES:
Find Caroline's blog
Follow Caroline on Instagram
Follow Caroline on FB
Find Story & Soul Weekend
SPONSOR OF THE SHOW:
MEREDITH DESIGN & CO: Stacey Meredith is a local freelance graphic designer with a background in advertising, print, and web design. She has been part owner of two stationery companies. She also taught graphic design at the college and high school levels. On any given day you might find her polishing a PowerPoint presentation, rebranding a local business, creating a brochure, designing a website, or lettering a custom invitation. She often joins forces with her husband, JD, who has an equally amazing but different set of skills including video, photography, and illustration.
For all of your design needs, you can find Stacey on Instagram at @meredithdesignco or go to her web site www.Meredithdesignco.com
🌟NEW 🌟podcast episode!
Today, my guest is Katie Orr. 🙍🏻Katie Orr, creator of the FOCUSed15 Bible study method, is passionate about equipping busy women to experience God daily☀️ An enthusiastic and dedicated teacher and speaker, she is a podcaster and prolific writer for blogs, magazines, and Sunday School curriculum. A former Campus Crusade for Christ staff member and mother to three young children, she and pastor-husband, Chris, serve together in the local church.💒
You will hear how Katie is passionate about how you can enjoy deep Bible study in as little as 15 minutes a day!! ❤️
I loved this episode so much!! So practical and so meaningful to hear Katie share her story! We talk about Bible study, grief, how she teaches her children God's word in a practical way, and a book that she has been reading from the library! Don't miss this episode!!
We are all friends of a Feather! Let’s stick together!!
XO,
Wren
SHOW NOTES:
BLOG AND SOCIAL MEDIA OUTLETS
Website: katieorr.me
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thekatieorr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekatieorr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatieorr
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ckoyt
Bible Study Hub Facebook Group: http://www.BibleStudyHub.com
ABOUT FOCUSed15 https://www.focused15.com
Today, my guest is Stacey. Stacey is wife to JD, mom to Garner and Graham and a very talented graphic designer. Stacey and I have been friends for a little less than a decade and in that time I have known her to be uplifting, truth-telling, and a real friend to me. Listening to this episode will give you the feeling that you are chatting with two friends over lunch!
We talk about a lot of things! We talked about how Stacey quit her job at the peak of her career, how she has transitioned through many changes of life including doing what she never thought she would do...homeschool her daughter. :) We talked about God’s provision that He has given her family in a lot of ways.
You will be encouraged and uplifted to always follow God’s plans even when you don’t see the next step.
We are all friends of a feather; let's stick together!!
Wren
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SHOW NOTES:
What Stacey’s eating:
recipe for Cashew curry dip: HERE Whole30 approved!
What Stacey’s Reading:
The Magnolia Story by Chip and Joanna Gaines
Grace not Perfection by Emily Ley
Cultivate by Lara Casey
SPONSOR OF TODAY'S SHOW:
MEREDITH DESIGN & CO: Stacey Meredith is a local freelance graphic designer with a background in advertising, print, and web design. She has been part owner of two stationery companies. She also taught graphic design at the college and high school levels. On any given day you might find her polishing a PowerPoint presentation, rebranding a local business, creating a brochure, designing a website, or lettering a custom invitation. She often joins forces with her husband, JD, who has an equally amazing but different set of skills including video, photography, and illustration.
For all of your design needs, you can find Stacey on Instagram at @meredithdesignco or go to her web site www.Meredithdesignco.com
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you Lauren's story! Lauren is a podcaster of the She Proves Faithful Podcast. Lauren lives with her husband and two small children in the mountains of Denver, Colorado.
On this episode, Lauren shares about her open heart surgery when she was only weeks into being a newlywed. She also shares about dealing with her grief through her two miscarriages. We also chat about how Costco is our favorite and she shares a yummy treat she loves! What I love about Lauren is how she points us back to the Gospel in her sharing her story and on her podcast.
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing Lauren’s story. Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Let’s stick together!
🎙💗Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher!
Today, my guest on the podcast is my friend, Sherri. Sherri has been an encouraging mentor and friend in my life. On this episode, she shares her story with you today! You will be encouraged to walk in your relationship with the Lord more deeply and pray more earnestly after hearing Sherri's story.
We chat about being a single mom, overcoming anxiety, and her favorite things which include the most delicious sounding ice cream!!! What I love about Sherri is how she always speaks the truth in love to me and those around her.
Be encouraged and share with a friend!
Wren
Link in profile:)
Today on the Friends of a Feather Podcast, my guest is Jamie Ivey. Jamie is wife to Aaron, mom to four kids, and a podcaster. Jamie and I chat about her family, how she started her podcast, and her new book coming out next week, If You Only Knew.
I enjoyed sharing with her what her podcast has meant to me and she was kind enough to share parts of her story with me. You will not want to miss this episode!
Share with a friend and be encouraged!!
We are friends of a feather; let's stick together!!
XO,
Wren
Preorder Jamie's book HERE on Amazon, or HERE !
Jamie's Podcast: The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey
Social: Instagram //Facebook // Twitter
Photo by Jenna Kutcher
Today, my guests on the podcast are Trisha and Julie! They are my coworker-turned-friends and I cannot wait for you to hear their stories. I love these special friends whom I have known for the past eleven years. A few years ago, they found out they both had breast cancer within months of each other. I love the support and candidness that they show during our conversation and in life. I also love their sense of humor, too!
On this episode, we talk about where they were in their lives when they were diagnosed with breast cancer, advice they give when someone close to you is diagnosed with cancer, what they learned through each of their journeys, and a couple of funny stories mixed in there!
Thanks for listening! Feel free to share this with a friend who is walking this same road.
We are friends of a feather; let's stick together! Be encouraged and share with a friend!!
XO,
Wren
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather Podcast!!!
I'm Wren and I'm so glad you are here! Each week, I get to chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a passion to share, or a dream that she is pursuing.
This week, my guest is Melanie Redd. Melanie is a wife, mom to two college-age kids, blogger, writer, speaker, social media consultant and a whole lot more!! On this episode, Melanie and I chat about a lot!! We chat about how we met, how it is hard to not promote ourselves or our businesses in the social media world we live in, and how God has guided her life-walk and ministry one step at a time and how its been and continues to be a fun adventure!!!
What I love about Melanie is how encouraging she is and how she points women to the word of God. She gives such great practical advice to young moms who have ministry in their hearts and for women no matter what stage of life you are in right now!
You will be encouraged and will want to grab a pen to write down the quotable wisdom she gives!!!
We are all friends of a feather!! Let's stick together!!
Share the episode with a friends and be encouraged today!!
XO,
Wren
Where to find Melanie Redd online!
Melanie's Website - https://melanieredd.com/
Melanie's Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/melredd/
Melanie's Instagram - @melaniemredd
Melanie's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MelanieMRedd/
Melanie's Twitter - https://twitter.com/MelanieRedd
Melanie's Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-redd-ab1a9814/
Hello and welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast!! I'm Wren and I'm so glad you are here!!
Today, my guest is Heather. Heather is a stay at home wife and is a mom to two young boys living in a small town in Oklahoma. Heather and I met in an online Bible Study group that she was leading last year. After hearing about her involvement in a local strip club ministry, I had to have her on the podcast! And, after chatting for about five minutes, the conversation went back to Heather's hidden past dealing with addiction.
What I love about Heather is her openness to share her story, her sense of humor, and the passion she has to help women who are dealing with a stronghold.
We also chat about the Enneagram book everyone is talking about, how she got involved in a strip club ministry in Oklahoma City, and her favorite things right now.
Share with a friend and be encouraged!! We are all friends of a feather; let's stick together!!
XO,
Wren
Today, on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I chat with my friend, Kristi. Kristi is a wife and mother to three boys. She is an artist and owner of Kristi Hall Art and I'm excited that she is launching her new blog in January of 2018!!
Kristi and I talk about comparisons on Instagram, what is was like to paint for Joanna Gaines, how to safeguard your children in regards to social media, and what made her delete her Instagram after nearly getting 5,000 followers.
You will have many practical takeaways as you are listening, and will be encouraged by Kristi's faith and obedience.
Remember we are all friends of a feather. Let's stick together!!!
Be encouraged and share with a friend!!
XO,
Wren
Two things that make me super excited about this weeks' episode...
Number one, It's our Gift Giving Episode and number two it's my 25th episode!!!! Whoo hoo!!
Robin and I chat with each other about 10 items/shops that we LOVE and we will be buying from this year!!! Enjoy shopping online and support small businesses!!!
SHOW NOTES: (and coupon codes!)
- Megan from Sheep Farm Felt: What I love about Megan is the creativity she displays in each garland she makes and that she actually has sheep in her backyard!!!
Check out her felt garlands out at: www.sheepfarmfelt.com and https://www.etsy.com/shop/sheepfarmfelt and also she sells these on amazon!!! @sheepfarmfelt on instagram
- Armed with Truth: LOVE these temporary tattoos!! Get a set of 10 Bible verses for $10!
Get with a friend and help each other memorize scripture! www.armedwithtruth.com They also have Advent themed phrases and FREE shipping over $20! @armedwithtruth on Instagram
- Brittany's Sweet Treats: I love Brittany and her treats!!! If you are in or around Memphis, check her out!!!
Mention this gift giving episode and Brittany will offer you a 10% discount on your treat order!! https://www.facebook.com/bgrifflsu/ @brittanys_sweet_treats on insta!
- Honey Bee Tees: Chore Charts are here!! I love these morning and evening chore charts! Designed by Darby and her twin sister Erika, these are a must for your family! Do you need a little more structure in your mornings? I do! I cannot wait to order BOTH of these to use with my son!
The BEST part about these charts? ALL money from them goes to her adoption of her sweet boy from China!
Find these chart AND all kinds of tees for kids and adults, too.
Find Honey Bee Tees on FB at: https://www.facebook.com/HoneyBeeTees/ and @honey_bee_tees on insta!
- The Trend Shop: I recently found Amanda on Instagram and I'm so excited to share with you her shop!! I am OBSESSED with her earrings and cannot wait to get some to give my friends for Christmas!! Each pair is handmade by Amanda and her husband, Jeremy.
For each purchase, you get a hand selected FREE pair of earrings! A NEW freebie offered each week! What a great deal!!
Find them at www.thetrendshop.com or on Insta @thetrendshop
- Valmarie Paper: Val designs and offers prayer journals to keep your prayer life on track! She offers a 1 month/6 month/12 month prayer journal. I love her heart and I have learned many truths through her Fresh Start 30 day devotional/prayer journal! Click on the affiliate link below to order!
https://shop.valmariepaper.com/?rfsn=853133.266a1
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The Altered Tree: I recently found a shop I love!!! As I was at a girls night from our life group at church, I was introduced to this company! I'm looking forward to getting some large wooden scripture pieces to go in our new home! You can also request a custom order which I will be doing, also! :) Go check it out at www.thealteredtree.com to place your order!! Also, on Insta @thealteredtree
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She Reads Truth: I cannot wait to buy the Bible from www.shereadstruth.com I love that the binding is hardback and the color choices are so beautiful! You can find them on Insta @shereadstruth and FB at: https://www.facebook.com/SheReadsTruth/
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Jamie Ivey's new book, 'If You Only Knew'. Being one of my favorite podcasters, I was excited to be on her book launch team! As I read her book, I felt like I could hear her saying all the words! She's my new BFF...if she only knew:) :)
In 'If You Only Knew', Jamie shares such a vulnerable and honest part of her story. It is a beautiful picture of redemption and freedom that only Jesus can give. You can preorder today at www.ifyouonlyknewbook.net and follow Jamie on instagram @jamieivey and www.jamieivey.com
- Shelby at Pearl and Rose Designs: Her new Home Sweet Home Tennessee t-shirt is adorable!! I love that it's a ragland tee with a touch of red as the heart over Memphis, TN! I found Shelby on Instagram a couple of years ago and I realized we had a lot of mutual friends and that we live in the same town, too!
Shelby was on Ep. 14 on the podcast when we chat about what its like raising twin girls and how she began her lettering company! I love all of her lettering pieces, her downtown city artwork, her wedding maps, and her NEW t-shirt!!! Go check her out!
Shelby has been so sweet and is offering to all Friends of a Feather listeners $5 OFF with code: FEATHER
You can find Shelby on FB at: https://www.facebook.com/PearlAndRoseDesigns/
on Etsy at:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/PearlAndRoseDesigns
and on Instagram @pearlandrosedesigns
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Thanks so much for listening! We are friends of a feather, let's stick together!
Be encouraged, share with a friend and HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!!
XO,
Wren
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
🌱Trusting in Times of Transition🌱
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Melissa. Melissa has been married to Bryant for 15 years 👫💝and is a mom to Sienna who is four. 🎀👧🏻Melissa is a blogger who periodically contributes to the Missional Motherhood blog.
What I love about Melissa is her raw, vulnerability in sharing her story and how she beautifully communicates the insight God has given her from His word!
We chat about how we met, the infertility support group that Melissa poured her heart into, what she learned through her miscarriage. Also, Melissa shares a funny story about me and a Kit Kat bar🙋🏻🍫.
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing Melissa’s story.🙌🏻💜 Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Let’s stick together! 👩🏼👩🏻
Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🎙💗
Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher!
XO,
Wren
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Emily. Emily is wife to Zach (who she met when she was six years old!) 👦🏻👧🏼and mom to three children ages, 8, 6, and 3. Emily is a blogger👩🏼💻, a professional photographer📷, and a painter 🎨among many other things that keep this mom busy!
What I love about Emily is her warm, southern charm, her willingness to share a really hard time that changed the trajectory of her life, and her heart for revival in her town.
We chat about a practical way she dealt with grief as a teenager. And, about a precious moment that Jesus gave her when she woke up at 3 am the morning we recorded this episode! She also shares her fav breakfast snack that I bought after we recorded because it sounded so good!!
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing Emily’s story.🙌🏻💖
Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎙💗
Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher!
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Ashleigh. Ashleigh is wife to Brett and mom to two sweet babies, born eight weeks apart!! 👫👧🏽👦🏻. She has a heart for women and speaks life into them through her ministry, @Flourish_inc.
What I love about Ashleigh is her authentic heart, her sense of humor😂, her passion for Jesus and the way that passion exudes out of every aspect of her life.🙌🏻💜(And, I may have texted her after our conversation and told her I feel like she's gonna be the next Beth Moore! Y'all this gal is so wise beyond her years and she can BRING IT!)
We chat about what it was like when she found out she was pregnant with her baby, Todd 👱🏼which was a week after finding out her baby girls birth mom had chosen them!! 👧🏽You will hear us chat about how she started her ministry, Flourish.🌳 We also talked about how a time of refining is happening in her life right now and how it's going.🏡🙏🏼She shares her fav snack which I'm gonna have to try! And, ya'll...I even shared my childhood story of why I love her name so much😉🙋🏻😳
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing Ashleigh's story.🙌🏻Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎙💗Link in profile or you can search in iTunes or Stitcher!
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Lindsey. Lindsey is wife to Ryan and mom to three sweet children, ages 6, 4, and 2. 👫👧🏻👧🏻👦🏻Lindsey is a stay at home mom who co owns a kids consignment sale in her city in North Carolina.👚She also is a creator of the ministry blog, Missional Motherhood👩🏻💻and somehow finds time to paint for her latest venture, Lou Paints🎨!
What I love about Lindsey is her initiative spirit coupled with her hearts desire to follow the Spirits leading in all areas of her life!💞✨
We chat about what it was like growing up as a PK (pastors kid) and now as a worship leaders wife💒. And, how she started her ministry blog. You will hear the intentional ways she is using her gifts...and also a healthy drink that most the world loves and she tries to convince me to give a chance!😋
You will be encouraged and uplifted by hearing Lindsey's story.🙌🏻Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎙💗
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Natalie. Natalie is a wife and a mom to three children who live in sunny California!☀️Natalie came to be a creative "mompreneur" when she was searching for a meaningful Christmas tradition for her children that was FUN, also! Not finding one available, she created one! And, A Star From Afar was born! 🌟
What you may not know is that Natalie and I first meet when we record this podcast episode!! You will love Natalie and her intentional creativity that God is using in a BIG way!!
Remember, we are all friends of a feather! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎙💗
Welcome to episode 19 of the Friends of a Feather podcast!!!
Today I get to chat with my friend, Ginger! Ginger is a wife to Derrick for 25 years (whoo hoo!!), mom to two college-aged kids who attend Baylor, and we talk about how Ginger was adopted from South Korea at two years of age. After hearing Ginger, you will be encouraged, I promise you that!!!
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share my moms best friend, Barbara's story. Barbara is wife to Nathan, a mom to three children and MiMi to her five grandchildren.💞
What I love about Barbara is her wisdom through hard times and her support of me! 😉Also, hear what Bible verse someone shared with her during a grief-stricken time. It may surprise you. It did me. ⭐️
Remember we are all friends of a feather! Let's stick together!! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎧💓
XO, Wren💞
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share my friend, Morgan with you! Morgan is wife to Jerry and a mom to three children and owns Morgan Harrington Art! 🎨What I love about Morgan is her love for Jesus and her fun attitude toward life!!
Morgan and I talk about the funny way of how she impressed her future husband, her love of bulletproof coffee and a neat way to pray for the world. 🌎 You don't want to miss this episode!
Remember we are all friends of a feather! Let's stick together!! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎧💓
XO,
Wren
🌟NEW Podcast Episode 🌟
Hey Friends!! I am Wren and this is the Friends of a Feather podcast. Once a month I get to chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a passion to share, or a dream she is pursuing.
Today, Robin and I have two very special guests on this episode...our moms!! We chat about how we met, we explain the difference between a blog and a podcast:), and we share our favorite memories together.
Remember, we are all Friends of a Feather...let's stick together!! Be encouraged and share this with a friend!💓🎙
XO,
Wren
Hey friends!!
I am Wren and this is the Friends of a Feather podcast. Once a month, I get to chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a passion to share, or a dream she is pursuing. Today my guest is Amy. Amy is wife to Mike of 16 years, mom to two girls ages 9 and 12.
We chat about Amy's ministry of building a life-sized tabernacle and making it come to life for children, churches, and women's ministries in the Memphis area. She shares her new praying method that she is loving, and you're not gonna want to miss her story of how she underwent heart surgery a little over a year ago as a 38 year old mom. You are going to love Amy!!
Remember we are all Friends of a Feather!! Let's stick together!!
Be encouraged and share this with a friend!!!
XO,
Wren
⭐️NEW Podcast Episode⭐️
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast! I am Wren and I'm so glad you are here!! Once a month, I get to chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a passion to share, or a dream she is pursuing!
Today, my guest is Shelby. Shelby is wife to Chris, and mom to twin five year old girls. Shelby is so fun, she loves Jesus, coffee, and podcasts! So...of course we felt like instant friends!! :)
This episode is unique because we had never met in real life! Our first conversation was the day we recorded and I loved her!! You will hear how we connected through her custom lettering company, Pearl and Rose Designs!
I know you will be instantly encouraged by Shelby!! Thanks for listening and share this with a friend!!
We are all friends of a feather, let's stick together!! XO, Wren 🎧🎙🌺
Hey Friends!! I am Wren and this is the Friends of a Feather podcast. Once a month I get to chat with a friend who has a story to tell, a passion to share, or a dream she is pursuing.
Today, my guest is Dianne. Dianne is a wife, mother, grandmother, and founder of the Secrets Savored ministries. Secrets Savored is a discipleship ministry that provide tools and knowledge for women to confidently care for their home. Dianne leads weekly classes to provide practical tips and Godly wisdom for women. Single, engaged, and young married women have been highly impacted by her ministry.
Dianne's husband, Mark was the associate pastor at our church when I was in high school and I continue to look up to them so very much. They are passionate about following the Lord and have been going through some very difficult trials and the last few years. Dianne has shown such grace, faithfulness to God through it all, and she is truly a one of a kind.
I know you will be blessed by hearing from her. I know I was! Be encouraged and share this episode with a friend! Remember, we are all Friends of a Feather...let's stick together!! Have a great day!!
XO,
Wren
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Show Notes:
For more info on Secrets Savored Spring event and her new Kids devotional coming out this June, go to:
www.secretssavored.org
Find Dianne on social media!
Instagram, Twitter, FB @secretssavored
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And, if you like what you hear, would you do me a favor? I would love if you would go to iTunes and review my podcast!
Hey friends!! Welcome to the podcast!! I'm so glad you are here! This months episode is a little different because we are back with Top Ten with Robin and Wren! We discuss Top Ten Things we are Loving!
In this episode, we chat about food, epidurals, and things we love to watch on Netflix. There's a lot of laughing and we hope you are entertained and encouraged through it all! Happy Listening and remember to share with a friend!!
⭐️NEW podcast episode! ⭐️
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share my friend, Lauren's, story. Lauren is wife to Sam and a mom to four children. Lauren's husband, Sam was widowed at the age of 34 leaving him as a single dad with three young children. What I love about Lauren is her honesty and raw vulnerability that offers hope and encouragement to others.
Lauren and I talk about practical ways that help blend a family together, her new monogram business and how she's obsessed with her Roomba!
I enjoyed chatting with her and i was reminded how God is gracious even through the tragedies and circumstances of this life. Her story is one of hope, love, and of perseverance. You don't want to miss this episode!! Thanks for listening!
Remember we are all friends of a feather! Let's lift each other up! Be encouraged and share with a friend!! 🙋🏼🎙💗
NEW podcast episode!!
I was happy to be joined by my friend, Robin on this episode! We chat about our Top 10 small businesses that have great gift ideas for Christmas! It was so fun to chat about Christmas coming up and ways we can start to cross off some items on our Christmas shopping list!
And...the best part about it?? You can start your shopping from our Top 10 today! All of the small businesses that we feature on this episode offer online shopping...WHOOP WHOOP!!! Don't forget to check out the links for all ten items of the gift giving guide on our Friends of a Feather Facebook page! You can also follow us on Instagram:)
Remember we are all Friends of a Feather! Be encouraged and share this with a friend!!
Happy Shopping! And, shop local:)
XO,
Wren
*I have not received any compensation or money regarding these links. I am either a satisfied customer or these items are on my Christmas list to be purchased. :)
Today on the Friends of a Feather podcast, I want to share with you the story of my friend, Mandy. Mandy is a wife and a mom to three children. Her family adopted a precious baby boy and i am so excited for you to hear her story! I enjoyed chatting with her and how I was reminded of how God is in the details!
We also talked about how to point you and your family to Jesus during the Advent season using one of Ann Voskamp's books called, "Unwrapping the Greatest Gift." Mandy shared practical steps of how to put an Jesse Tree Ornament Exchange together that coincides with the book. I know you will take so much away from this episode.
Be encouraged!!!
Hello!! Glad you are here! On the Friends of a Feather podcast, I love chatting with friends who have a dream they are pursuing or an encouraging story to tell. We are all friends of a feather!
On this episode, I chat with my friend, Ashley. Ashley is a wife to Ken, mom to three elementary school-age kids, and owner of Ashley Anthony Artwork.
I love talking with Ashley about how she balances it all; raising kids and flourishing in her company. We also talk through the tears about how her art has helped her through the grieving process of losing her mother in law and mother recently.
And, new feature...blooper reel at the end;)
Be encouraged and encourage a friend today!
XO,
Wren
NEW podcast episode!!
On this episode, I get to chat with my friend, Jennie! Jennie is married to Will and they have two young boys.
I chat with Jennie about their ministry to college students and young adults and how she started lettering for friends three years ago. You will also hear how we met and some fun tips that I have already put into practice in my life since recording with her! Be encouraged!!
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast!! So glad you are here!!
On this episode, I chat with my friend, Leslie. Leslie is married to her husband, Ronnie, and they have a four year old son named Hudson. We chat about her journey of getting married later in life, their walk through infertility, and also the experience they had with adopting through embryo adoption.
Be encouraged!!
XO,
Wren
On this episode, Laura and I chat about her life with her husband and three boys in South Asia where they have been living for the past four years. Laura and I laugh about memories from the past, how she grieved through a miscarriage thousands of miles away from friends and family, and practical things she does to battle loneliness in a foreign country. You don't want to miss this! I know you will enjoy listening to Laura's story. Be encouraged!
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast! I am so glad you are here!
On this episode, I chat with Krystal Whitten. Krystal is an amazing wife, mom, and letterer. I loved talking with Krystal about her love for the Lord and His word, how she journeyed through a difficult time in her life a few years ago, and how she is using her gift of lettering through her company.
Be encouraged!
On this episode, Robin and I discuss how we meal plan for a large family or a small family. We also share some recipes with you and our 'go to' places for recipes. Of course, we don't forget some of our cooking 'fails'! Thanks for listening!
"... everybody needs to unwind, to feel connected, to not feel alone, to laugh, and to be encouraged."
Welcome to the Friends of a Feather podcast! So glad you are here! On this episode, I talk with Candy, who happens to be my mom! We talk about memories, how she transitioned into the work place after being a stay at home mom, and the things she most enjoys. Laugh with us and be encouraged!!
On this episode, we talk about how we met our husbands for love month! We hope you enjoy!!