A Remarkable Thought

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Adelaide's Sanctuary Aug 23, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's story is an original story by Adelaide's Sanctuary by Erica Brock read by Jami Amerine

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Adelaide lay upon her canopy bed holding a cold compress to her cheek. She waited for the pain to subside but the chilly fabric could not soothe the throbbing wound that went deeper. This most recent strike from her father bruised the center of her heart.

She rested her head on her pillow and let the tears flow and the memories of better times come flooding back. It was five years ago that she was a small child of six. She was wearing her favorite blue dress and sitting upon her grandpa’s knee as he read her his favorite Bible stories…

“Once you can read for yourself, Addie, you will learn many stories. They will guide you through each path of your life.” Adelaide’s eyes grew wide and she smiled. “More stories of war, and plagues?” Grandpa laughed heartily and smoothed her ruffled hair. “Oh, Addie. Perhaps tomorrow we will move ahead to some tamer stories. Your father would not want you learning to be a warrior. It isn’t proper training for a young English lady.” He gave her a wink. She sighed. “I guess you are right, Grandfather. But, let us never stop reading.” He smiled down at her...

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Living Life as Gracie by Jen Lindblad Aug 16, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's story is an original story by Living Life as Gracie by Jen Lindblad, read by Katie M. Reid

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Hi. My name is Gracie. Well, that’s my new name since he came and saved me from that awful place where they were killing me every day. I’m sure I would have died there if he had not come. Who is he? His name is Michael. He is my angel. I’m an English Bulldog and this is my story.

For eighteen months I had the same life every day. I woke up and went out a little door to some rocky ground where I would “do my business” as Michael calls it, and then wait for someone to bring me some food. I would only see them pass by as they dropped off my portion in my dish. I don’t know their name because they didn’t talk to me. It was usually a man in a yellow coat...

A couple of times he took me out of my home into a dark building where he would tie me up and another dog would come in with me. I didn’t like that at all. I was so scared! When the man in the yellow coat was done with me, he would put me back in my home and then come check me every week.

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Brie's Treasure by Sarah Seefeldt Aug 09, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's story is an original story by Brie's Treasure by Sarah Seefeldt, read by Katie M. Reid

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"If trees represented families, Brie imagined hers as a poor neglected sapling with one little branch. She grew up as an only child without any cousins around. Brie’s mother had been too caught up in her own life goals - or lack of goals, perhaps - to stop and share family history. Brie had wondered about extended family, about where the rest of the relatives lived, and what history there was in her family. Her mother always dismissed her questions if she tried probing. Moreover, Brie’s father hadn’t stayed long enough to make much of a place in her history..."

Learn more about our contest winner, Sarah Seefeldt, by visiting her on her blog here

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Stay connected with us beyond the show by subscribing with your email address at changeyourmindchangeverything.org.

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Boxes of Desperation by Jennifer Ross Aug 02, 2021

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Boxes of Desperation

Hi! I am Katie M. Reid And this week’s remarkable thought is from our runner up, Jennifer Ross called "Boxes of Desperation",... take a beat, take a breath, and listen in

Best Worst Day Ever by Jami Amerine Jul 25, 2021

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Best Worst Day Ever

Hi! I am Jami Amerine And this week’s remarkable thought is inspired by a story I wrote called Best Worst Day Ever,... take a beat, take a breath, and listen in

“Melissa, you are being impossible!”

A string of vulgarities swarmed, followed by, silence.

“She hung up on me.” Max sighed.

“I am so sorry Max.” Max’s sister, Sonja consoled him.

“I want to get along with her,” Max fidgeted with his phone, half hoping his ex-wife would call back, half dreading when she did. “For Macy and Micky’s sake if nothing else, but I don’t know how to negotiate with someone who is out of her mind.”

Sonja stood from the small apartment’s, kitchen bar to fetch refills of the duo’s coffee. “You know Max, we don’t have to see the twins on the exact day of their birthday. We can take them to eat the day before or after.”

Max grunted in defeat...

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Momma Knows Best Jul 18, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's story is being read by Katie M. Reid with our third place fiction contest winner Carrie Cox with her story, Momma Knows Best...

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My best friend Liz and I parked outside Mississippi College to watch their men’s soccer game. Our friend Bo had just made the team and we wanted to support him. Plus, Liz had a humongous crush on him.

It was hot and humid, so we sat behind the goal on the hill under the shade. During the game, Liz turned to me and said, “Do you see #11?” I quickly answered, “Yep. He’s good.”

“He’s fine as wine,” she said with eyebrows up. I chuckled and wondered if she would think the same if we saw him up close. We rarely agreed on much of anything, especially boys.

After the game ended, we decided to wait on Bo to congratulate him and say hi…you know, just to be polite. We hoped he wouldn’t have plans that night so we could hang out...

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This has been A Remarkable Thought, a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org

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A Very Bavarian Christmas Special! Jul 11, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. This week's host is Katie M. Reid with a special reading from her book, A Very Baviarian Christmas!

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Behold, She Will Be Called

Holly couldn’t believe this was her actual life. She begrudgingly tied on her red apron and plastered on a forced, albeit festive, smile as she pushed through the swinging doors that led from the break room to the sprawling showroom of Neumann’s, otherwise known as the mile- long Christmas store. Every hour, on the hour, a message rang throughout the store: “Willkommen to Neumann’s—a mile of Christmas joy for every girl and boy. Whether you’re one or a hundred and two, we’ve got something special just for you. Happy shopping!”

As she made her way to her work station in Section 8, Holly wondered why on earth she let her mother talk her into working at Neumann’s. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” swelled from the rafters, but a “Bah humbug!” anthem retorted in Holly’s heart.

This was never the plan.

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Picking Up the Pieces Jul 05, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. Here is the host for this week’s remarkable episode!

Hi! I am Jami Amerine, this week's short story is our 2nd place winner's short story by Melissa Smith titled Picking up the pieces... take a beat, take a breath, and listen in!

You can read Melissa's submission here

This week's sponsor is our new workbook Honorable U! Honorable U is a tool to help parents with "THE TALK!" Visit honorableu.org

CONNECT WITH US!

Stay connected with us beyond the show by subscribing with your email address at changeyourmindchangeverything.org.

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You can also connect with Jami on her widely-popular blog sacredgroundstickyfloors.com and connect with Katie on her life-giving and freedom-finding website: katiemreid.com

The Rosebush Jun 28, 2021

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You can read Jane's submission here!

Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. Here is the host for this week’s remarkable episode!

Hi! I am Jami Amerine, this week's short story is our first place winner's short story Jane Kuczek's The Rosebush

This week's sponsor is our new workbook Honorable U! Honorable U is a tool to help parents with "THE TALK!" Visit honorableu.org

The Crape Myrtle Offense Jun 21, 2021

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Welcome to A Remarkable Thought: A short story podcast to engage your mind and lift your spirit—a production of changeyourmindchangeeverything.org. In a world that runs on 5G, caffeine, obligations, shoulds, shouldn’ts, woulds, and wouldn’ts we’ve created a space where you can relax, laugh and think for yourself. Each week we will bring you a refreshing escape where your mind can wander in a thoughtful story as you visit wonders yet to be considered. At the end of every show, we will leave you with a quality question to ponder. Here is the host for this week’s remarkable episode!

Hi! I am Jami Amerine, this week's short story is actually based on a true story! The Crape Myrtle Offense... take a beat, take a breath, and listen in!

This week's sponsor is our new workbook Honorable U! Honorable U is a tool to help parents with "THE TALK!" Visit honorableu.org

Find Made Like Martha Here!!!

CONNECT WITH US!

Stay connected with us beyond the show by subscribing with your email address at changeyourmindchangeverything.org.

Just fill out the sign-up bar with your name and email address and voila, you’ll be added!

You can also connect with Jami on her widely-popular blog sacredgroundstickyfloors.com and connect with Katie on her life-giving and freedom-finding website: katiemreid.com