Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess

Winning the Mental Game with Former St. Louis Cardinal & Kansas City Royal Trevor Rosenthal & Jason Holzer Nov 10, 2024

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How does youth sports help build mental toughness? In this episode of Blended Blessed and Always a Mess, hosts Aric and Angie Phillips welcome guests Trevor Rosenthal (former St. Louis Cardinal) and Jason Holzer from The Game Plan Show. The conversation explores the significance of youth sports, the impact of grief and loss, and the importance of mental resilience in children. Trevor and Jason share their personal experiences with loss and how it shaped their desire to help youth navigate challenges in sports and life. They discuss the role of parents in fostering a supportive environment and the need for character development through sports. The episode dives into the way parents and coaches can create community, support systems, and the healthy mindsets needed to overcome adversity.
As always, thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-game-plan-show/id1580325962
https://www.instagram.com/thetrevorrosenthal/
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Learning to Let Go with Guest Ashley Minor Nov 03, 2024

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In this episode, the hosts welcome Ashley Minor, their wedding planner and close friend, to discuss her journey through profound loss and grief. The conversation explores the impact of losing both parents at a young age, the importance of faith and resilience, and the challenges of navigating life as an only child. Ashley shares her experiences of building walls for self-protection, the significance of community support, and the lessons learned from her journey. The episode emphasizes the importance of connection and the need for individuals to share their stories and seek support during difficult times. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of grief, personal transformation, and the dynamics of blended families. They explore the importance of letting go, the impact of coping mechanisms, and the journey of self-discovery through significant life changes. The discussion emphasizes the value of gratitude and the strength found in supportive relationships, particularly among women. The speakers share personal anecdotes and insights, creating a relatable and heartfelt dialogue about navigating life's challenges.
Thank you Ashley! And to our listeners for following us on our journey. Love, Aric & Angie

Takeaways

Ashley shares her experience of losing both parents at age 11.
The importance of community and support during times of grief.
Faith played a significant role in Ashley's healing process.
Building walls for self-protection is common after trauma.
It's essential to let people know they're not alone in their struggles.
Ashley emphasizes the need for children to talk to someone about their feelings.
The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability in relationships.
Resilience can be cultivated through faith and community support.
Ashley reflects on the challenges of navigating life as an only child after loss.
The episode encourages listeners to share their stories and seek help when needed. Everyone feels misunderstood at some point in their life.
The journey of grief often involves learning to let go.
Coping mechanisms need to be redefined after significant life changes.
Movement can serve as a powerful form of emotional release.
Navigating blended families requires patience and understanding.
Gratitude plays a crucial role in personal growth and healing.
Strong relationships with women can provide essential support.
Transformation often comes from facing and overcoming challenges.
It's important to allow others to be themselves in family dynamics.
Self-discovery is a continuous journey that evolves over time.

Keywords:
#loss #grief #resilience #faith #childhood #trauma #blended #family #support #mental #health #personal #growth #community #grief #responsibility #lettinggo #coping #mechanisms #transformation #blended #families #gratitude #self-discovery #emotional #release #personal #growth
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Raising Boys And "Wandering" for Peace Oct 27, 2024

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In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed, and Always a Mess', hosts Aric and Angie Phillips discuss various themes surrounding family dynamics, parenting challenges, and the emotional journey of navigating different stages of life. The conversation delves into the complexities of parenting teenage boys, particularly during the 'wander stage', where they seek independence while still needing guidance. They reflect on their experiences with their children, the challenges of letting go as kids seek independence, and the significance of being present during critical moments. The discussion also touches on the importance of compassion, understanding, and the pursuit of purpose in parenting, culminating in a reflection on gratitude and the lessons learned from different cultures.

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The Result of My Lecture to Hallie Oct 20, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie explore the complexities of relationships, politics, and personal growth. They share humorous anecdotes about their interactions, delve into the challenges of grief and anger, and reflect on the importance of family time. The conversation also touches on spiritual messages from nature and the concept of strength in vulnerability. They conclude with expressions of gratitude for the little joys in life, emphasizing the power of choice in shaping their experiences.

Takeaways

Relationships often involve moments of misunderstanding and humor.
Engaging in political discussions can highlight differences in perspectives within a relationship.
Grief can manifest in various emotions, including anger and confusion.
Quality family time can provide much-needed emotional recharge.
Nature can offer spiritual messages that resonate with personal experiences.
Strength is not the absence of pain but the choice to keep moving forward.
Gratitude can shift focus from challenges to the positives in life.
Communication is key in navigating relationship dynamics.
Personal growth often comes from reflecting on past experiences and emotions.
Finding joy in small moments can enhance overall well-being.

#relationships #grief #politics #family #strength #vulnerability #gratitude #communication #personal #growth #mentalhealth

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Glimmers, Grit, & Grief Oct 13, 2024

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In this episode of 'Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on their recent experiences, discussing the balance of grief and joy, the importance of finding glimmers of hope amidst pain, and the healing power of nature. They share personal stories about their trip to Florida, signs from their late daughter Hallie, and the challenges of navigating hard emotions. The conversation also touches on family dynamics, communication, and exciting developments in Angie's writing journey. In this conversation, Angie and Aric discuss various themes surrounding grief, empowerment, and community engagement. Angie shares her experiences reading to children and participating in a podcast focused on women's empowerment. They also reflect on a significant event held at a women's soccer stadium, highlighting the importance of female representation in sports. The conversation concludes with expressions of gratitude and the importance of finding joy amidst sadness.

takeaways

The importance of community support during tough times.
Finding beauty in painful experiences can provide comfort.
Nature can be a healing space for emotional recovery.
Signs from loved ones can manifest in unexpected ways.
It's essential to process emotions rather than escape them.
Communication is key in relationships, especially during hard times.
Children can surprise us with their achievements and growth.
Family dynamics can be complex but rewarding.
Personal growth often comes from navigating grief and loss.
Creative outlets, like writing, can be therapeutic. Angie loves reading to children and finds joy in their innocence.
Grief is a personal journey that cannot be fixed by others.
Support from loved ones can sometimes feel like a burden during tough times.
Empowerment through storytelling is a powerful tool for women.
The women's soccer stadium represents a significant milestone in sports history.
Molly Fletcher's experiences as a female sports agent inspire others.
Burnout often stems from misaligned priorities in life.
Taking risks is easier when the goal is meaningful.
Celebrating achievements in women's empowerment is essential.
Finding glimmers of joy in sadness is a vital part of healing.

keywords
#grief #healing #family dynamics #emotionalsupport #signs #personalgrowth, #communication #coping #nature #therapy #children'sbook #empowerment, #women #storytelling #loss #children #podcast #events #community #gratitude
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The Sentencing: Before, During & After Oct 07, 2024

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In this episode of 'Blended Blessed and Always a Mess', Aric and Angie reflect on the emotional journey following the tragic loss of their daughter, Hallie. They discuss the recent sentencing of the individual responsible for her death and share the powerful victim impact statements delivered by family members. The episode captures the profound grief, the struggle for justice, and the resilience of a family navigating their loss while honoring Hallie's memory.
Thank you for all the love and support given to us during heartbreaking time in our lives. Love, Angie & Aric
#grief #victimimpactstatements #HalliePhillips #family #sentencing #emotional #journey #loss #healing #justice #podcast
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The Essence of Self-Worth Sep 29, 2024

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Angie takes on the topic of self-worth. She explores the concepts of self-worth and self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's inherent value. She shares personal anecdotes about motherhood, the challenges of maintaining self-worth in relationships, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Angie encourages listeners to embrace their purpose and engage in positive self-talk, ultimately fostering a deeper understanding of their worth and potential.
Thanks for listening and supporting us along the way. Love, Angie & Aric

takeaways

Self-worth is an internal sense of being worthy of love and belonging.
Self-esteem often relies on external factors, while self-worth is intrinsic.
Motherhood brings both joy and challenges that impact self-worth.
Building self-worth involves recognizing personal strengths and positive relationships.
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining self-worth in relationships.
Negative relationships can drain self-worth; it's important to remove oneself from them.
Self-talk plays a significant role in shaping self-worth; be kind to yourself.
Embracing one's purpose can significantly enhance self-worth.
Everyone is created with inherent value and purpose.

#selfworth #selfesteem #motherhood #relationships #personalgrowth #boundaries #positive #selftalk #purpose #mental health #emotional #wellbeing
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When You Get Put in Time Out! Sep 22, 2024

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Ever feel like you were put in time out as an adult? In this episode, we continue the conversations about our communication improvement journey and the steps we are taking to reintroduce ourselves to each other.
We share insights from our therapy sessions, a movie fail and more ways we continue to honor our beautiful daughter, Hallie, who's no longer with us.
Thank you for following our journey! Love, Angie & Aric
#communication #marriage #hardwork #lifechallenges #thisisus #childloss #therapy #hallieelizabeth #angel #timeout #journey #adultlife #grief
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The Dreaded F Word - And It's Not What You Think - With Lynn Roush Sep 15, 2024

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In this episode, the we invite Lynn Roush, a licensed professional counselor, to discuss the topic of the dreaded F Word --- forgiveness. We explore the challenges and complexities of forgiveness, emphasizing that it is a divine act that goes against our natural human instincts. Forgiveness involves releasing someone from a debt they owe us, just as God forgives us. We also discuss the importance of acknowledging the pain caused and the role of repentance in the forgiveness process. We highlight the need to understand that justice is God's responsibility, not ours. The conversation concludes with the idea that forgiveness is an act of obedience and a gift that everyone wants to receive but no one wants to give. I FEEL THAT!
We dive into the concept of forgiveness. We explore the challenges and misconceptions surrounding forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of humility and genuine repentance. We also discuss the ongoing nature of forgiveness and how it is a daily choice. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the process of seeking forgiveness and the importance of humility and self-reflection.
As always, thanks for listening!! Love, Angie & Aric

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Raw & Real - Our Communication Struggles Sep 08, 2024

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In this episode, we get real and raw talking about our communication challenges! We discuss the importance of communication in all types of relationships. We get into the weeds sharing our recent struggle with communication and what we are doing to improve it. IT IS HARD especially in the context of grief and complicated emotions. We have to be super intentional and really try to understand each other's love languages in order to effectively communicate. It is the need for connection or communication that we seek? Hit play to join us in our real time journey to grow our relationship.
Thank you for being here! Angie & Aric
#communication #relationships #lovelanguages #grief #intentionality, #communication #love languages #actsofservice #qualitytime #wordsofaffirmation #physical touch #gratitude
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You Asked Us And We Answered! Sep 01, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie answer listener questions. They discuss the possibility of writing a book about their life story, coping with longing after the loss of a child, and how their parenting style has changed since Hallie's passing. They also talk about how they come up with podcast topics, their self-care routines, and their approach to discipline and connection with their children. In this part of the conversation, Angie and Aric discuss their approach to dating and relationships after the loss of their daughter, Hallie. They talk about the importance of listening to family and friends when it comes to potential red flags in a relationship. They also discuss their parenting styles and how they balance being protective with allowing their children to learn and make their own decisions. They touch on the topic of dealing with criticism and how they handle it with dignity and grace. They also share their experiences with people approaching them in public and how they handle it. Finally, they discuss their feelings of anger and how they navigate it in relation to God, themselves, and others.
As always, thanks for all the love and support, Angie & Aric

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Back to School Tears or No Tears? Aug 25, 2024

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Do you cry when your kids go back to school or too overjoyed to cry? In this episode, we discuss recent experiences with back-to-school season and the emotions that come with it. We share personal stories about our kids starting school, the challenges of letting go, and the importance of rest and self-care. We also provide tips for setting study schedules and getting to know your kiddo's teachers. At the end, we share an update on Angie's second book, "Are you with me?", which is about facing fears and being brave.
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Angie & Aric

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Angie's 10 Tips for Survival Aug 18, 2024

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In this episode, Angie shares her 10 tips for survival in life. We are all put on this earth for purpose. And every experience in life has something to teach us. So, grab a pen and paper and hit play as Angie walks through the ways she has learned to survive through the hardest of times. You are stronger than you think!
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#faith #strength #self-care #healthyliving #exercise #support #quiet #reflection #kindness #perspective #self-love

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Dancing My Way to JOY Aug 11, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the experience of finding REAL joy after the loss of their daughter, Hallie. They share their journey of grief and how they were able to feel true joy again at a wedding. They talk about the importance of giving oneself grace and patience during a long and hard season, and how dancing can be a powerful way to combat depression and release emotions. They emphasize the message of hope and encourage listeners to hold onto the possibility of experiencing joy again.
God works in mysterious ways, and there are often unexpected connections and moments of joy in the midst of grief.
Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric

#joy #grief #loss #wedding #dancing #depression #hope
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Navigating a Divided World: Staying True to Yourself Aug 03, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss the challenges of living in a divided world and the importance of staying true to oneself. Not one person escapes this world without experiencing some type of division whether it's politics or personal events. They share their experiences of facing judgment and criticism for their beliefs and actions, particularly in relation to their advocacy for women's self-worth and gun safety. They emphasize the need to expand and grow, even if it means losing connections with people who don't understand or support their journey. The episode also highlights the signs and messages they continue to receive from their daughter, Hallie, which bring them comfort and strength.
Thanks for listening, Angie & Aric
Key Points:

Living in a divided world can be challenging, but it's important to stay true to oneself and not let the judgments of others silence your voice.
Advocating for important causes, such as women's self-worth and gun safety, may invite criticism and opposition, but it's crucial to continue speaking up and raising awareness.
As you grow and expand, you may lose connections with people who don't understand or support your journey, but it's necessary for personal growth and fulfillment.
Signs and messages from loved ones who have passed away can bring comfort and strength, reminding us that they are still with us in spirit.

#dividedworld #stayingtrue #judgment #criticism #advocacy #womenselfworth #gunsafety #expanding #growth #signs

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The Verdict: Before, During & After Jul 21, 2024

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In this episode of Blended Blessed and Always A Mess, the trial of Hallie Phillips is discussed. The hosts, Aric and Angie, share their experience and emotions leading up to the trial and the verdict. They clarify misconceptions about the criminal justice system and emphasize that they had no control over the charges or the trial process. The trial revealed the lack of "appreciation" for Hallie's life and the need for accountability. The guilty verdict provided some relief, but the pain and grief of losing Hallie remain. The episode ends with gratitude for the support and prayers from listeners.

#trial #HalliePhillips #shooting #criminaljusticesystem #misconceptions #lackofappreciation #accountability #guiltyverdict #pain #grief #support #prayers
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10 Ways to Support Someone Who's Grieving Jul 14, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie reflect on the emotional toll of preparing for the upcoming trial. It's gut wrenching, which naturally leads into sharing 10 things they recommend you can do to support people going through extreme grief and loss. They emphasize the importance of reaching out to those individuals and offering specific help, such as cleaning their house or taking care of their kids. They also discuss the significance of honoring the person who passed away and providing them with a sense of closeness through meaningful gestures. Hit play to learn more.
Please don't hesitate to reach out if you want to diver deeper into ways to lean in with the bereaved. As always, thanks for listening! Love, Angie & Aric

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Angie's Voice is Getting Louder Jul 07, 2024

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Ever get so wrapped up with discomfort that you forget about the people right in front of you that can help you through it? In this episode, we discuss Angie's first major speaking engagement and all the emotions and challenges that came with it. Communication is so key in relationships and it can easily get overlooked when insecurities raise their ugly head. Guess who comes in clutch? God..when you are seeking comfort. Try it.
As always, thank you for listening! Make today count. Love, Angie & Aric
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When in Doubt, Zoom Out Jun 30, 2024

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In this conversation, Aric and Angie delve into the topic of grief and share three valuable lessons Angie has learned from her grief journey: finding a firm foundation in faith, recognizing that everything is temporary, and zooming out to gain perspective. They reflect on the impact of grief and the importance of kindness in navigating through difficult times. The conversation ends with a discussion about Angie's recent viral TikTok video and a request for prayers during this challenging season.
As always, thank you for listening! Make today count. Love, Angie & Aric
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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Takeaways

Finding time to think and process is important for personal growth and well-being.
Having a firm foundation in faith can provide strength and hope during times of grief.
Recognizing that everything is temporary can help in navigating through challenging situations.
Zooming out and gaining perspective can bring gratitude and appreciation for what one still has.
Kindness is a valuable trait that can bring light and support to others in difficult times.
Sharing personal experiences and lessons learned can provide comfort and inspiration to others.
Prayer can be a source of comfort and support during challenging seasons.

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A Homeless Man's Message Jun 23, 2024

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In this episode, Angie shares a powerful message from a homeless man she encounters in Chicago. There is a level of fear of losing a child that we all encounter as parents. But once you experience such great loss, the fear of losing another child is something that doesn't seem so far fetched. Angie is also learning more about the healing power of horses. Join them in their journey of this painful and beautiful life.

Takeaways

God speaks to us in unexpected ways, and it's important to be open and attentive to His messages.
Parenting can be challenging, especially during different seasons of life, but it's crucial to maintain a connection with our children.
Fear of losing a child, whether physically or emotionally, is a common concern for parents, but we must trust in God's plan.
Connecting with others and showing acts of kindness can bring us closer to God and bring happiness into our lives.
Horses have a unique ability to connect with humans and teach us about heart connections.
Writing and sharing personal experiences can be a powerful way to process emotions and connect with others.

#grief #podcasters #blendedfamily #childloss #heartache #vulnerability #faithjourney #blendedjourney #livingforher #rallyforhallie #godisgood #fightforward #divorce #bonusparents #blendedblessed #blessed #herlifemattered #gunnegligence #collateralloss #newseason #rebirth #hope #brokenheart #hallie #sedona #hike #energyhealing #motherhood #selfdiscovery #growth
Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Modeling Behavior: A Father's Influence with Guest David Hockman Jun 16, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and guest, David Hockman, discuss the challenges and experiences of fatherhood, reflecting on their own upbringing and parenting styles. They explore the themes of grace, love, and the pursuit of their children's hearts, highlighting the importance of open communication and understanding in parenting. The conversation covers various aspects of fatherhood, parenting, and family dynamics. It delves into the challenges and joys of raising children, the impact of religious and cultural influences, and the importance of modeling behavior for daughters and sons. The speakers also discuss the emotional journey of fatherhood, the significance of family traditions, and the need for self-compassion in parenting.
As always, thank you for listening! Make today count. Love, Angie & Aric
Takeaways

Fatherhood is a journey filled with challenges and experiences that shape a person's approach to parenting.
The pursuit of a child's heart is essential in parenting, emphasizing the importance of grace, love, and open communication.
Parenting styles are often influenced by one's own upbringing, and the process of learning and growing as a parent is ongoing.
The theme of grace and understanding plays a significant role in shaping the parent-child relationship, fostering trust and open dialogue. The impact of religious and cultural influences on parenting and family dynamics.
The emotional journey of fatherhood and the need for self-compassion in parenting.
The importance of modeling behavior for daughters and sons, and the significance of family traditions in creating a loving and supportive environment.

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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Summer Time "Heat" and Chores Jun 09, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss various topics that happen during summertime. They start by diving into new beginnings and then move on to Angie's experience with her horse, Phoenix, and her learning journey as a horse owner (a little embarrassing)!
Aric and Angie talk through chores for the summer and a recent add to the Crew's chore list that might just become a weekly task! They share funny stories about their kids' cleaning mishaps and talk about the value of chores in teaching life skills. They also mention listening to a podcast about dealing with change and how they incorporated it into their kids' chores. A fun and light-hearted episode.
Thanks for listening, Aric & Angie
Link to Molly Fletcher's podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-tips-to-help-you-navigate-unexpected-change/id1210452428?i=1000657291254

Keywords

summertime, new life, birth, nephew, horse, learning, podcast, house cleaner, children, kids chores, responsibility, cleaning mishaps, life skills, dealing with change, quality time with kids, modeling fatherhood, podcast episode, prayers

Takeaways

Summertime is a time for new beginnings and new experiences.
Learning and trying new things can be both exciting and challenging.
Podcasts can be a great source of learning and comfort.
Assigning household chores to children can teach them responsibility and independence. Teaching kids chores helps them develop responsibility and life skills
Incorporating podcasts and other educational resources into chores can enhance learning
Spending quality time with kids and modeling fatherhood are important for their development

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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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The Lonely Journey for Both of Us Jun 01, 2024

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This episode was hard for us to listen to after we recorded it. We are raw and real about the challenges with intimacy and connection in the face of deep personal struggles and grief. We explores the impact of trauma on our identity and the LONELY journey to healing. How do we attempt to keep our connection? Put in the AirPods and hit play!
Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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A Kindergarten Mishap May 26, 2024

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In this episode, Angie and Aric celebrate Carter's high school graduation! Angie also shares details on a trip back to her old school that involved a mishap that felt very much like kindergarten. They express gratitude for their family, friends, and moments of joy. Everything minus Jesus equals nothing.
Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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#grief #podcasters #blendedfamily #childloss #heartache #vulnerability #faithjourney #blendedjourney #livingforher #rallyforhallie #godisgood #fightforward #divorce #bonusparents #blendedblessed #blessed #herlifemattered #gunnegligence #collateralloss #newseason #rebirth #hope #brokenheart #hallie #sedona #hike #energyhealing #motherhood #selfdiscovery #growth

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The Empty Chair May 19, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss their experiences during their daughters' graduations and Mother's Day. They share their emotions, grief, and the importance of their faith in navigating through difficult times. They also introduce the concept of the 'Seven F's' as guiding principles for dealing with grief and storms in life.
1. Faith & trust in God
2. Figure out your tribe
3. Freedom to just be
4. Find a therapist
5. Fitness
6. Forego eliminating the pain
7. Fly with Patience and Grace
Takeaways

Grief is a complex process that involves releasing emotions, letting go, and finding strength to move forward.
Vulnerability and deep conversations can strengthen the connection between spouses in times of grief.
Trusting in God and surrendering to Him in the midst of storms can provide comfort and guidance.
Finding moments of joy and celebrating milestones can bring healing and connection in the midst of grief. Trust in God and lean on your faith to navigate through difficult times.
Surround yourself with a supportive tribe of people who are faith-based and comfortable discussing emotions.
Embrace the freedom to be and allow yourself to feel and process your emotions.
Find a therapist who is the right fit for you and normalize therapy.
Prioritize physical, mental, and emotional fitness to support your overall well-being.
Instead of trying to eliminate pain, embrace it as an opportunity for growth and learning.
Practice patience and grace with yourself and others as you navigate the healing process.

Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
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Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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A Mother's Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth May 11, 2024

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In this episode, Angie speaks directly to female listeners on Mother's Day, acknowledging the challenges and importance of being a mom. She shares her own journey of self-discovery and growth, from growing up in a large family to becoming a fierce, independent, resilient, and empowered woman. Angie discusses her experiences as a single working mom, a community builder, and a wife in a blended family. She also opens up about the devastating loss of her daughter and the strength she has found in her faith, fitness journey, and support system.

Takeaways

Being a mom is a challenging and important role, and it's okay to acknowledge the difficulties and prioritize self-care.
Self-discovery and growth are ongoing processes, and it's important to reflect on who we are and what matters to us.
Single working moms face unique challenges and juggle multiple responsibilities, but they are strong and capable.
Building a supportive community and lifting each other up is essential, especially for women in male-dominated fields.
Loss and tragedy can be devastating, but finding strength in faith, fitness, and a close support system can help in the healing process.

Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
PS If you have a moment, will you rate and review our podcast.
Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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#grief #podcasters #blendedfamily #childloss #heartache #vulnerability #faithjourney #blendedjourney #livingforher #rallyforhallie #godisgood #fightforward #divorce #bonusparents #blendedblessed #blessed #herlifemattered #gunnegligence #collateralloss #newseason #rebirth #hope #brokenheart #hallie #sedona #hike #energyhealing #motherhood #selfdiscovery #growth

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Surrendering to God in Chaos May 05, 2024

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In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss their recent challenges and experiences, including health issues, and a car accident involving a best friend's daughter. They emphasize the importance of surrendering to God and finding peace in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. Angie also shares a snippet from his upcoming book, 'Are You With Me?'
Takeaways

Facing difficult situations requires surrendering to God and finding peace in the midst of chaos.
Taking time for silence and prayer can help strengthen your relationship with God and provide clarity in challenging times.
Writing and sharing personal stories can be therapeutic and inspiring for both the writer and the reader.

Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric

Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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The Power of Vulnerability in a Marriage Apr 28, 2024

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In this episode, Angie and Aric celebrate their third wedding anniversary and reflect on their journey of grief and healing. They share moments of joy and signs from their daughter, Hallie, who passed away. They discuss the constant presence of grief and the waves of joy that come and go. They emphasize the importance of vulnerability and communication in a marriage and the choice to face challenges and rise above fear. Overall, they offer support and understanding to listeners who are also navigating the pain of loss.

Takeaways

Grief is constant, while joy comes in waves.
Sharing pain and vulnerability in a marriage strengthens the relationship.
Choosing to face challenges and rise above fear leads to growth and healing.
Moments of joy and signs from loved ones bring comfort and remind us of their presence.
Everyone is going through something, so it's important to be empathetic and kind to others.

Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric

Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Katie Kuperman "The Only Way Out" Apr 21, 2024

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In this episode, author Katie Kuperman discusses her book inspired by Amanda Todd's story and the issue of bullying. She shares how she found her inspiration and the journey of writing her book. Katie also talks about the importance of speaking up and breaking the silence around bullying and mental health. The conversation delves into the impact of social media on bullying and the need for open dialogue within families. Katie's book has been used as an educational resource in schools, and she discusses the positive response and impact it has had on students.
In this conversation, Katie Cooperman discusses her novel 'The Only Way Out' and its impact on students and parents. She shares how the book engages students in anti-bullying campaigns and encourages them to speak up. Katie also talks about the emotional connection and empowerment that the book provides. She discusses the target audience and age range for the book, as well as the feedback she has received from parents. Additionally, Katie shares her experience in choosing the title of the book and her plans for future projects.
Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric
Link to Katie's bio and book: https://www.katiekuperman.com/

Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Shannon Self: Part 2 Life after Grief? Apr 14, 2024

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In this episode, Shannon Self, a bereavement coordinator, joins Aric and Angie to discuss various aspects of grief and loss. They emphasize that grief is individual and there is no right or wrong way to grieve. The importance of listening, being vulnerable, and supporting each other is highlighted. Communication and asking for what you need are crucial in navigating grief. They also discuss re-engaging with life after loss and the challenges of guilt and letting go. The episode concludes with a discussion on processing feelings of jealousy and finding peace with the choices made. In this conversation, Angie and Shannon Marie discuss various aspects of grief and loss. They explore the emotions of jealousy and anger that can arise when grieving the loss of a loved one. They also discuss the importance of validating and supporting each other in the grieving process. Shannon provides insights into the physical toll of grief, including the experience of brain fog and memory loss. She emphasizes the importance of creating new memories and finding support from others who have experienced similar loss. The conversation concludes with a discussion of favorite traditions and the importance of gratitude and support in the grieving journey.

Takeaways

Grief is a personal experience, and there is no right or wrong way to grieve.
Listening and being vulnerable are essential in supporting someone who is grieving.
Communication is key in navigating grief, and it is important to ask for what you need.
Re-engaging with life after loss can be challenging, but it is a process that takes time and self-compassion.
Guilt is a common emotion in grief, but it is important to acknowledge that you did the best you could with the information you had. Grief can evoke complex emotions, including jealousy and anger.
Validating and supporting each other in the grieving process is crucial.
Grief can have physical effects, such as brain fog and memory loss.
Creating new memories and finding support from others can help in the healing process.

Thanks for listening! Love, Aric & Angie
Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Shannon Self - Part 1: Understanding Grief Apr 07, 2024

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In this episode, we are joined by Shannon Self, a bereavement coordinator, to discuss the topic of grief. Shannon shares her personal journey of losing her mother and how it led her to her current role. The conversation explores the importance of understanding grief and the difference between grieving and mourning. They also discuss the challenges of supporting someone who has lost a child and the need for active listening and validation. The episode concludes with advice on how to be supportive to those who are grieving. The conversation highlights the long-term nature of grief and the importance of finding comfort in signs. They also emphasize the need to live with grief every day and the importance of understanding and supporting each other.

Takeaways

Grief is an internal process that affects every aspect of a person's life.
Active listening and validation are crucial in supporting someone who is grieving.
Comparing losses or rushing someone to get over their grief is insensitive and unhelpful.
Building a support system within family and allowing vulnerability can help in the grieving process. Expressing grief can be challenging, and it's important to create a safe space for individuals to share their feelings.
Silence and listening are powerful tools in supporting someone who is grieving.
It's okay to ugly cry and let out emotions in a healthy way.
Finding ways to express grief, such as writing letters or engaging in rituals, can help in the healing process.
Grief is a lifelong journey, and it's important to find ways to live with it every day.
Signs and symbols can provide comfort and a sense of connection with loved ones who have passed away.
Understanding and supporting each other in grief is crucial for healthy relationships.
The conversation ends with gratitude and anticipation for future discussions.

Thanks for listening! Love, Aric & Angie
Link to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543
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Jesus Brings Refuge - Happy Easter He Is Risen! Mar 31, 2024

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In this episode, we discuss the significance of Easter Sunday and the hope found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. They talk about finding refuge in God and share a personal story of receiving a surprise gift that symbolizes refuge. The Psalms are highlighted as a source of comfort and guidance, and the importance of being raw with God and accepting His love is emphasized. We also reflect on Easter traditions! This Easter Sunday reflect on the true meaning of Easter and the refuge we can find in Jesus.
We hope you have a blessed day with your family and friends and don't eat too much candy!
Thanks for listening! Love, Aric & Angie
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Laurence Bowers: Life Journey Powered by Resilience Mar 24, 2024

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In this conversation, we discuss with our guest, Laurence Bowers, the importance of resilience and overcoming challenges in life. We talk about how resilience can be learned through both hardship and positive examples. Laurence shares his personal journey of growing up in a challenging environment and how he was able to overcome adversity with the help of supportive mentors and coaches. We also discuss the impact of sports on resilience and the importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences. Laurence shares his experience of dealing with a career-ending injury and how he was able to find purpose and fulfillment in other areas of his life. The conversation explores the themes of spreading love, resilience, constant growth as a parent, the importance of love and being a positive example, family traditions, and fun and laughter.

Takeaways

Resilience is a key trait that can be learned through both hardship and positive examples.
Sports can play a significant role in developing resilience, teaching work ethic, leadership, and perseverance.
Having supportive mentors and coaches can make a difference in overcoming challenges and achieving success.
Self-talk and surrounding yourself with positive influences are important for maintaining resilience and a positive mindset. Spreading love and fighting against evil is a core responsibility as Christians.
Being resilient and surrounding oneself with good people is essential for personal growth.
Parenting requires constant growth and learning, and being a positive example is crucial.
Love and kindness can make the world a better place.
Family traditions, such as praying together, can strengthen bonds.
Having fun and laughter is important for a happy and healthy family life.

Thank you for listening! Love, Angie & Aric
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Travel: Sedona Vibes Mar 17, 2024

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We went away together...re-connected and felt like we had one of the best trips we've ever taken as a couple. That's saying something because we both like to travel.
Sedona, Arizona is a place for healing and we did our absolute best to heal both personally and as a team.
Our goal for this episode: Share all things Sedona and give you the inspiration to carve out the time to just BE.
Thanks for Listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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The Hardest Ask: Wait Patiently Mar 10, 2024

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As you grow in your faith, you learn that God ask you to "Wait Patiently" in every season of life.
In this episode, we discuss all the things we've been up to lately from a new podcast recording tool, Aric's birthday, our therapy session, PLUS ALL the things we are "waiting patiently" for.
What are you waiting patiently for?
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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The Bigger Story with Dave Cover Mar 03, 2024

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If you only listen to one of our podcast in Season 3, LISTEN to this one. We've recorded over 100 podcasts and we both believe this one might be the most powerful.
We invited our Pastor, Dave Cover, from the Crossing Church in Columbia, MO to discuss his perspective on grief and suffering thru a biblical lens. We both were captivated the entire time. Our hope is this conversation will help you see The BIGGER STORY.
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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Parenting Knee Deep in Grief Feb 25, 2024

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Our topic for this episode was to discuss how hard parenting is especially when grieving. While we do eventually accomplish that, we also end up covering many other topics. We laughed, we cried, we had good conversation that we hope you can relate to this week!
And while Aric is often the one losing his sh!t on the kids...every now and then Angie does too!
Thanks for listening! Love, Aric & Angie
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Gamechangers On Dealing with Hardship in Life Feb 18, 2024

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During Angie's work conference last week in Orlando one of her guest speakers was Molly Fletcher who hosts a Podcast called Gamechangers.
During Molly's presentation, she talked about different ways for people to achieve and become peak performers in life even during the grind.
Definitely a message we all need to hear and thankfully Angie took copious notes to share on this week's episode!
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Love,
Aric & Angie
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One Word That Gave Aric Hope Feb 11, 2024

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We are all part of a BIGGER story and there are so many chapters, some that are good and some that are bad. Early in the week Angie messaged me and I caught one word from that text that really stood out; REBIRTH!!!
And now I'm ALL IN on REBIRTH (It has to be all CAPITOL LETTERS!) Shout it with me if you want! Or if you are like Angie, don't..
So in this episode we talk about ways I've been evolving over the last several weeks, how we all need rest for healing and how I might occasionally drive Angie nuts with the term REBIRTH!
Thanks for listening,
Love,Aric & Angie
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Pow-HER-Ful Beliefs Feb 04, 2024

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In this episode, we dive into the Jen's Get Fit Pow-HER-Ful weekend that Angie helped organize last week. Not surprising, Hallie made her presence known for Angie AGAIN. Because of all the signs, we've been asked the question recently, "Why and how does Angie get so many signs from Hal?" Press play to hear the answer to that question!
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Love,
Aric & Angie
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Lexi & Hal - What Life Looks Like Now Jan 28, 2024

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In this week's episode we check in with Lexi on multiple topics. We discuss what it was like to lose Hallie, how it's impacted her and her thoughts on how the Crew is handling the loss.
Lexi also shares some fun memories she has of Hallie. What's on the horizon for Lexi as she prepares for college graduation? You will just have to hit play to find out!
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Love, Aric & Angie
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Hallie's 22nd Birthday Signs Jan 21, 2024

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This week was a difficult reminder that Hallie's life was "stolen" from us way too young. On January 17th, Hallie would have turned 22. Instead, for the 2nd time she spent her birthday in heaven. That makes things heavier than usual...
So in this episode we discuss the UPS and the DOWNS of the week and share some amazing signs from Hallie. She was coming in HOT!
Thanks for listening! God Bless,
Aric & Angie
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Be Like a Buffalo Jan 14, 2024

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Are you like a buffalo or a cow? Listen to this episode to learn what that means. We dive into trusting God, tips for nourishing your soul and finding a higher purpose.
If you enjoy listening, please leave us a review! Thanks for Listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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The Sun Will Always Rise Jan 06, 2024

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Welcome to Season 3 of our podcast! It's a new year, new season and a new chapter for all of us! Some things will never change such as always saying Hallie's name and HONORING her. Last season our focus was on grief and healing. While that will always be a part of our lives, this new season we are FOCUSED on growth. Growing our faith, who we are as humans, and growing out of our comfort zones. We hope you join us for this new season!
Speaking of comfort zones, we asked Angie's parents to join our podcast this week. We took them along with us on our family trip to Hallie's House after Christmas. They reveal what it's been like for them to lose a granddaughter and watch their own daughter grieve so heavily the loss of her first born...
We hope you love this episode as much as we loved recording it!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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The 8 Of Hearts Dec 30, 2023

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We all made it through another Christmas without Hallie. More importantly, Angie survived her second Christmas without Hallie 💔
In this episode, we dive into some new traditions we came up with along with a few old ones.
Hallie continues to show up with her number games… like the 8 of Hearts. There’s also some interesting numbers connected to the updated court proceedings.
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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3 C’s to Navigate The Season Dec 24, 2023

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The Holidays can be a BEAUTIFUL time of year but they can also be extremely PAINFUL if you're in a season of grief...
In this episode we talk about ways to grieve around the Holidays while also trying to find joy and helping others...AND...letting you help us as well...
We wish all of you a Very Merry Christmas!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Angels On Earth Dec 17, 2023

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What an emotional episode as we were able to re-connect with Hallie's ICU nurses for the first time. Together, we chat about what it was like for Bailey and Haley to take care of Hallie and us in the hospital.
These are two very special ladies who truly are Angels on earth.
Grab some tissue for this one...you're gonna need it. 💔❤️
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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Walking Into the Arms of Jesus Dec 10, 2023

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It's been a CRAZY week so we apologize for the late release of this week's episode...
We almost re-aired an episode from earlier this season because Angie and I couldn't get together to record...
However...last minute Pastor Shay Roush of the Crossing Church in Columbia, MO was able to join me to talk about Walking People Into the Arms of Jesus.
Shay walked with our family thru the worst days of our lives and walked Hallie right into Jesus arms when she passed...
I hope you find some great takeaways about finding hope in the pain and ways to help others so that we can all walk into the Arms of Jesus when this earthly life ends.
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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The 1 Year Traumaversary and Angelversary Dec 03, 2023

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This past week has been filled with ups and downs and a roller coaster of emotions as we reached Hallie's 1 Year Traumaversary and Angelversary...
In this episode we discuss the ways we attempted to stay busy...sit in the suck and how people showed up for us in amazing ways. ALLL THE FEELS. We laughed, we cried, we smiled because we LOVE.
M-I-Z!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Finding Gratitude in the Pain Nov 25, 2023

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It's Thanksgiving Week which starts our traumaversary as we approach the one year of Hallie gaining her angel wings.
Not something we were ever prepared for and still struggle to wrap our minds around that she is really gone. But one thing we have learned is that we ALL can find ways to be grateful even in the midst of the sucky times...
And the more grateful we are the more Christ-Like we are in being able to help others. Prayers to you and your family especially if this is a hard season for you, too.
Thanks for Listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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Which Wolf Are You Feeding? Nov 19, 2023

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This past week has been a world wind of emotions...SO many of you have bought "Feathers Matter" and sent videos reading to your kids and grandkids. Unbelievable and breathtaking moments and it's so much to process because we wouldn't have gotten to this point had we not lost Hallie. The Painful Journey to Finding Purpose. Many of us are on this journey and it is HARD.
While it may feel like I have found my purpose, Aric has been struggling a LOT the last few months. We continue to open up and share the rawness of finding your NEW self after pain, trauma and loss. We dive into that because it MATTERS which Wolf we feed!
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Aric & Angie
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Feathers Matter and the Why Behind It! Nov 12, 2023

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Angie is OFFICIALLY an AUTHOR!!!
Her children's book "Feathers Matter" has arrived! And we've even started shipping the pre-orders!
In this episode Angie describes her "why" for writing the book...Sommer B reads the book for you AND Angie shares some "Easter Eggs" as they are called in the publishing world to explain some very special meanings you'll find in the book!
We are so excited and hope you will get a copy today!
Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Parenting at Its Finest Nov 05, 2023

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The original intent of our podcast was focused around challenges of parenting in a blended family. And while the last year has brought about significant grief in our home that doesn't mean we get to stop parenting. We wish it did because it would be a hell of a lot easier.
Over the last month we've had SEVERAL parenting challenges or "opportunities". It can be complicated for parents to agree on the best way to handle. Our ideas sometimes are extremely different as you will hear on this episode.
You might even be able to help us with some consequences! Share your feedback on our social channels!
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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The Beach And A Bat? Oct 29, 2023

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This week we discuss some of our healthy and unhealthy ways we have processed the incredible grief. When this episode drops it will be 11 months since we said goodbye to Hallie. But she's not really gone from our life, she continues to show us her crossing over powers. Her signs could be as simple as connecting us to people that share our same pain or as complicated as having to chase a bat with a swifter. (Yeah, reread that if you need to).
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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The 2nd Worst Traumatic Day Oct 22, 2023

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The "experience" we share in this episode changed us...for good and bad reasons. It has shown us what this crazy and sometimes VERY scary world has to offer but also just how AMAZING PEOPLE can be. There is HOPE.
Our goal in sharing this story is to help raise awareness and prevent this from happening to you or your family!
Thanks for listening! Love, Aric & Angie
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Modern Husbands with Brian Page Oct 15, 2023

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In this episode, we visit with the founder of Modern Husbands Brian Page about the dreaded word "Budgets" and how married couples make this work! It's even more complex in blended families. WOOF.
We also dive into what exactly IS a modern husband? I think we can all agree men need to show up differently for their wives in this day and age! It's not the 50's and 60's anymore.😜
Thanks for listening and enjoy! Love,
Aric & Angie
Modern Husbands Podcast: https://www.modernhusbands.com/podcasts
Modern Husbands Newsletter: https://www.modernhusbands.com/newsletter
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A Sliver of Us Oct 08, 2023

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Are you showing your entire self or a sliver of who you really are? Do you know what truly fills your cup? How do you know? We discuss our answers to those questions on this episode.
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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Shock and Awe Oct 01, 2023

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This week was full of SHOCK and AWE. From Angie's first birthday without Hallie, to the first Scholarship Dinner for Hallie at Mizzou, to Angie's book being released for preorder today, October 1st! We cover all the painful beauty that has happened in just a week.
Thank you for listening and God Bless!
Aric & Angie
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Collateral Loss Sep 24, 2023

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A few episodes ago, Aric recorded a solo podcast sharing the struggles he is working through. It was sweet and vulnerable. Now, it's only fitting that Angie records her own podcast. And as fate would have it, it will be released on her birthday.
It's raw and real. It's all the pain rolled up into the collateral loss we face when losing a child.
Thanks for your support and listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Signs of Love: Part 2 “Are You With Me?” Sep 17, 2023

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In this week's episode we share more signs of love from Hallie letting us know she is with us. We are keeping Hal busy as we continue to pray for her and God to watch over us and protect us. And that is not a small ask especially lately (hu-um, Carter).
Also, tune in this week to find out how the question “Are you with me?” was asked of Angie.
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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Signs of Love - Part 1 Sep 10, 2023

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As Angie continues reading a new book about signs...it's helping both of us “FEEL" Hallie's presence more than ever 🙌
So we thought we would share some of the different signs that Hallie has been giving us recently. If you are missing a loved one maybe this will give you some ideas to feel closer to them!
Angie shares at the end of the episode a message she received from a close friend. One of our favorite signs to date! It’s the moral of the story 👼!
Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
Link to book referenced:
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I'm Holding On Too Tight... Sep 03, 2023

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From Aric:
It's been brought to my attention by Angie and my boss that I'm holding on too tight...You know when you hold an egg too tight you break it? Or squeeze a baby bird too tight you hurt it?
That's what is happening with me right now. My insides are SUPER off and it's causing extreme anxiousness and I'm holding on too tight in everything I do to avoid more loss (which inadvertently leads to more loss usually).
So with Angie out of town with Sommer at soccer, I recorded an episode SOLO to share where I'm at...
Hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric and Angie
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Love Speaks with Katelyn Love Aug 27, 2023

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Ever wonder how people navigate life when going through extreme tragedy? Ever wonder how they could possibly be standing, much less breathing? There’s one answer and we will share it on this episode.
Join us as we chat with Katelyn Love. She has gone thru severe loss and tragedy just a couple of months ago. Her energy will no doubt make you smile. 🙏🏻
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
Book References:
✅ Heaven: A Comprehensive Guide to Everything the Bible Says About Our Eternal Home (Clear Answers to 44 Real Questions About the Afterlife, Angels, Resurrection, and the Kingdom of God) https://a.co/d/aRqaurR
✅ Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe https://a.co/d/7hGTwEq
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"God Winks" As Kids Head Back to School Aug 20, 2023

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Ever heard of a "God Wink"? We share what that means and one that we experienced this week!
Any parents out there ready for their precious children to head back to school? We are!!! Mainly because our kids are not using their brains (no names mentioned) and have left us scratching our heads 🤷‍♀️ many times this summer. We share a few stories on this episode.
Grateful for all the teachers out there!!! God bless you!
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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Writing New Stories Aug 13, 2023

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New stories are being written for many Crew Members including Phoenix (Hallie's bucket list foal).
It was time to move Phoenix to her new home and of course we experienced all the feels. First excitement because she's weaned from her mom and all ours! But heavy because I know Hal would have been so pumped and I would have watched from the sidelines if she was still with us. Instead, we are rolling up our sleeves and making it happen while Hal watches us from the sidelines. 💔
We also continue to learn just how much we need Jesus to write new stories in a book full of torn pages.
As always, thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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This Is How I Fight My Battles Aug 05, 2023

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It feels like the Devil has been coming at us a LOT lately...
We both believe that happens when the Devil knows you are close to breaking thru and shining Jesus's light brighter into this dark world!
In this episode we talk about how we use Jesus, friends and our Faith to "Fight Our Battles"...
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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Is This A Dream? Jul 29, 2023

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So many times we think this must be some horrible dream. Please be a dream that we wake up from!!! 🥺 Then there are times we dream of Hallie and we DON'T want to wake up from it. Sommer was starting to worry that Hallie was maybe mad at her because so many other people had dreams with Hallie in them. Eight months into this nightmare, she was still waiting.
FINALLY!!! Sommer had an amazing dream with Hallie! Even though Sommer would rather be shopping than be a guest on a podcast, this was something she was definitely willing to hop on with us and share.
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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Turning Your Cheek and Clinging to Faith Jul 23, 2023

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First, we apologize for we did not drop an episode last week. We had big plans to record one on vacation but the big guy upstairs had other plans.
Speaking of vacation, it was NOT a vacation. We had a very hard week. In this week's episode, we share the MANY different events that occurred and how we HAD TO CLING to our faith or we wouldn't have made it through. Please note, we are asking God to give us a little break.
Thanks for Listening and God Bless!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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"With You In The Weeds" - Red Flags Episode Jul 09, 2023

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You might remember about a year ago our friend and licensed therapist Lynn Roush joined us for a two-part series on blending families...
Since that time Lynn and her colleagues have started their own Podcast called "With You in the Weeds"...
A few weeks ago Lynn invited Angie to partake in a series about Narcissists and they did an episode about Relationship Red Flags that you won't want to miss because Angie details the Red Flags our family has seen firsthand. Lynn talks thru the steps narcissistic take to devalue their target from a Christian counseling perspective!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
With you in the Weeds: https://info.thecrossingchurch.com/blog/introducing-with-you-in-the-weeds
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“I've Had Worse Days” Jul 02, 2023

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In the last week, Angie took the twins on one of Hallie's "Bucket List" trips to see their cousin's in New York...
But coming home was a complete mess!!!
However...due to the perspective we've gained losing Hallie it wasn't hard for Angie to realize "I've Had Worse Days"...
In this episode, we explain how the grief journey helps keep things in perspective...
Thanks for listening,
Love, Aric & Angie
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"You Can't Fix This..." Jun 25, 2023

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Warning: If you are looking for a pick-me-up, this episode is not for you.
Some days we can fight the fight and other days the grief is so heavy to carry. THIS CAN'T BE FIXED. As much as we try, there is no solution, Our home has been in a state of INCREDIBLE SADNESS (more than normal) for the last several weeks. It's been rough for all of us.
We decided to free-flow this convo and share the raw challenges of navigating loss. No script was written.
As always, thanks for listening, If you have a few minutes, please rate and comment on our podcast.
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Preparing for "Hallie's House" Jun 18, 2023

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NO ONE likes to budget!!! Sometimes it feels like complete B.S. However, in order to achieve one of our family goals, we've had to tighten the purse strings and change the way we live. No Starbucks or eating out! GASP!
We are learning it's actually a way to bring the family closer together! Tune into this episode to hear what Hallie's House is all about! #sayhername
And we can't miss the opportunity to wish all the dads out there a Happy Father's Day! You play a significant role in your kid's lives!!!!
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Living For Hal 💚 Jun 11, 2023

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“Be the things you loved most about the person that is gone.”
In this episode we share how we are TRYING to LIVE for Hallie.
When we live FOR her it feels like we are closer to her and honoring her! And it might actually ease up the heavy weight of GRIEF.
Thank you for listening,
Aric & Angie
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We Open Up About Our Fight Forward Jun 04, 2023

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The last few months have been extremely difficult. In this episode, we wanted to pull back the curtain and be really vulnerable about our struggles and how we've been fighting forward to claw our way out of this hole. From little battles to big ones, we cover it all.
Thank you so much for being here for the journey. We appreciate this community we have built so much!!!!
We love you,
Aric & Angie
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Navigating Facts And Feelings with JC & Ro May 28, 2023

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This podcast began to help build a community for blended families. While our focus has shifted greatly trying to navigate this grief journey, we still want to help families trying to blend.
In this episode, JC and Rolanda share what their 20 year blending experience has been like and dive into the difference between "Facts and Feelings". It totally resonated with us and we think it will with you too! It’s VERY important to understand this as a couple but also as a parents!
Thank you for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
PS - Apologies the audio isn’t great in this one!
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Are you Stall High? With Kendra Dickson May 21, 2023

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In this episode, we were blessed to sit down with professional barrel racer, Kendra Dickson. God is in this story! Somehow we crossed paths and I have no doubt Hallie was enjoying the conversation we had!
Kendra shares her journey to create an app called Stall High. The app enables her to virtually share her horse knowledge with her love of Jesus! Kendra turns brain power into horse power!
We have so much to learn about our own foal Phoenix. One thing we do know.. there is a healing power in horses!
Thanks for listening!
Love, Aric & Angie
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A Tribute to Moms May 14, 2023

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Happy Mother's Day to ALL the beautiful and strong Mamas listening!
Being a mom is such an amazing gift. At the same time, it's one of the hardest journeys. In this episode, we share all the highs and lows.
If this Mother's Day is a tough season for you, you are not alone. We are finding the moments of joy, but sitting in the suck knowing we will never have all the kids together again.
Thank you so much for all the love and support we receive from you! It means so much to us!
Love, Aric & Angie
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Strongest Person in the Room with Jen Loganbill May 07, 2023

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You don't want to miss this episode! We sit down with Jen Loganbill, owner of Jen's Get Fit Group, to talk about how to become the strongest person in the room, both physically and mentally.
We share how physical fitness has helped us walk through this grief journey and Jen has been a big part of that. From counting macros to meal prepping and overall mindset.. we cover it all!
Grab your AirPods, water bottle, and let's dive in!
Thanks for listening, Aric and Angie
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Honoring Hal: Tips to Help Others Grieving Apr 29, 2023

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Do you sometimes struggle with knowing what to say or how to show up for people that are grieving? In this episode, we walk through simple ways to let people know that you care. It's easier than you think!
We also share how the community rallied to honor Hallie in a big way! You don't want to miss this episode!
If you like listening to our podcast, please take a minute and leave a review! Thank you!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Faith, Family & Fitness with Shay Gillespie Apr 23, 2023

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Do you know that one friend that has high energy, a positive mindset, is physically fit, AND has such a zest for life? Ever wonder how they do it?
We sit down and talk to Angie's friend, Shay Gillespie to learn more about her faith, family, and fitness journey. Shay shares how her Dodge Lancer taught some life lessons at an early age. You don't want to miss that story!
If you enjoy listening, would you take a few minutes to rate this podcast? We would appreciate it.
Thank you so much for listening!
Love, Angie & Aric
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Keeping It Real with Jerrell Jackson Apr 16, 2023

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In this episode, the other half of API Project Fitness, Jerrell Jackson stops by to talk about growing up in the toughest part of Houston, Texas.
Going on to become the first person in his family to attend college and play high-level college football!
He talks about "turning the light switch on no matter how you feel" and "growing out of concrete". Jerrell reflects on the kind of mindset it takes to transition life when injuries take away your professional football dreams!
Hope you enjoy this conversation with Jerrell!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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CrewVersary 2 - Green Flags in Relationships Apr 08, 2023

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On this episode, we talk about our 2-year wedding anniversary which we call the "CrewVersary", green relationship flags, and wounded oysters! We laugh and cry. As always sharing the raw emotions of life. Painful beauty.
Happy Easter to you and your Families! Take the pics and videos and hug your kids longer than they are comfortable with!
Love, Love, Love,
Angie & Aric
Link to wedding video https://youtu.be/6ux5qSKaq6o
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Derailed Spring Break Convo Apr 02, 2023

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Tune into this episode as we tried to dive into our spring break trip with the Crew many times but kept getting sidetracked on what was really top of mind. Raw and real emotions kept coming out whether we liked it or not.
Quick shout out to Lexi and Grandma Alice! Their birthdays are today!!!
We are ALWAYS A MESS. Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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When Your TikTok Goes Viral Mar 26, 2023

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Shortly after we lost Hallie, we wanted to reach young kids to educate them on relationship red flags and gun safety. Where do all the young kids hang out? Tiktok.
Angie created several videos like the Honor walk, Relationship Red Flags, and Gun Safety. They blew up. The kids kept saying...Mom/Ang you're going viral!!! They might be jealous of her following.
As we shared last week, we are trying to find purpose through the pain in the midst of this extreme heartache. Heather Pettey (who was recently on our podcast) reached out to Angie in January after watching her TikTok and asked her to be on the Life Coach BFF Podcast that she hosts.
In today's episode, we share that podcast with Angie and Heather covering Gun Safety and Relationship Red Flags that you do NOT want to miss!
Thanks for Listening,
Aric & Angie
Life Coach BFF https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-coach-bff-show-parenting-teens-christian-faith/id1483714421
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Finding Purpose in the Pain: Phoenix Rising Mar 19, 2023

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Exciting News this Week!
A beautiful, perfect foal was born. Hallie's dream came true. The Crew, Hallie’s family and especially Hallie's Aunt Jessi and Uncle Matt are making it happen!
On this episode we discuss how finding purpose can help work through the pain even in the worst of times.
Let's saddle up. We ride at dawn! Thanks for listening!
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Love,
Aric & Angie
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"Choosing Faith over Fear" Mar 12, 2023

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Have you ever had fear take over your life and paralyze you? Have you ever questioned your faith? Does uncertainty scare you? Well, you are not alone!
Tune into this episode as we dive into our faith and fear battle. We laugh and cry on this episode—all the feels.
Thanks for Listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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"No" is a Complete Sentence. Mar 05, 2023

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"No" can be a tricky word to say. We have both struggled to say no to people, events, work, and kids. Sometimes life throws unimaginable curveballs that force you with no other option than to say No.
Tune in as we discuss how to say no, when to say yes, and the value each of those simple words brings!
Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
P.S. Sometimes, we are in a groove when recording, and this time we were not. Angie was having a rough, emotional night, and we clawed our way through it.
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5 Ways to Become A Strong Dad and Husband Feb 26, 2023

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Angie has requested this podcast topic for quite some time. Although Aric is not sure he feels qualified to share his thoughts, he sure shows up for all of us with grit and determination to be a strong Dad and Husband. At the end of the day, that is what matters!
So here we go...we hope this helps some dads and husbands!
One request, if you are enjoying our podcasts, would you give us a review on your favorite podcast listening platform?
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Love, Aric & Angie
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"Building Fire In the Rain" with Heather Pettey Feb 19, 2023

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We continue to find that it is incredibly important to surround yourself with people who will walk with you thru life by following Jesus...
In this week's episode, we visit with Heather Pettey, the author of "Keep It Simple, Sarah" and The Life Coach BFF Show Podcast.
Heather talks to us about building your Fire in the Rain as you face adversity!
And the choices we have when FEAR enters into our lives...
We hope you enjoy our visit with Heather!
God Bless,
Love,
Aric & Angie
Heather Pettey Website: https://www.heatherpettey.com/
Life Coach BFF Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-coach-bff-show-parenting-teens-christian-faith/id1483714421
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Raw Realizations Feb 12, 2023

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This week we reflect on some hard and raw realizations of things no one tells you about losing a child...
No longer fearing death...the unexpected PTSD...legitimate physical pain that your body endures...
It's a lot...and we hope it helps some of you as we lean into our Faith in Jesus...
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie
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"Climbing Out of the Hole" with Michael Egnew Feb 05, 2023

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Grab your family and tune into this episode!
We truly believe that for any of us to survive and thrive that we need to surround ourselves with good people...
Someone that Aric has surrounded himself with in the last year is his trainer Michael Egnew. He pushes him and the kids to have a POSITIVE mindset every time they work out.
Michael has lived one of the more difficult lives although as he shares with us he doesn't feel that way. His perspective on life is something to admire.
As we visited with Michael, we felt truly inspired and we hope that you will feel the same way too! Let's keep climbing!
Thanks for Listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie
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Books referenced:
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The Day She Deserved Jan 29, 2023

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We've never planned a Celebration of Life...so obviously getting it right for our Beautiful Hallie was incredibly important. Thanks to Angie's sisters and besties...it couldn't have been a more perfect day!
In this episode, we reflect on a day that filled our hearts with friendship, love, and remembering Hallie.
Thanks for listening and keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Aric & Angie
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The Thief Jan 22, 2023

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Every week we deal with a whirlwind of emotions. Some days an emotion is stronger than others. This week, anger has been at the forefront.
A wise man was asked, "What is Anger?" He gave a beautiful answer. It's a punishment we give to ourselves for somebody else's mistake. And that's exactly what it feels like to us.
Listen to this week's episode as we share our anger and how we are processing the hurt and the frustration of THE THIEF.
Thanks for listening.
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Good Grief Jan 15, 2023

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Did you know that Grief is the only emotion that you have to voluntarily choose to go thru?
Perhaps that's why SOOOO many people choose NOT to grieve...
We can honestly tell you that we are TRYING to walk thru the grief process and in this episode we talk about ways to grieve that might work for you...
Is it ever really good grief? We're not sure...but we are trying...
Thanks for listening...
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Signs She's Ok - Part 2 Jan 08, 2023

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God’s grace and the special signs that Hallie is more than ok gets us through the darkest of times. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day were incredibly difficult. We received two incredibly amazing signs; one during church on Christmas Eve and one on Christmas Day.
As humans, we are incredibly limited in our understanding and perception. Only through God’s grace can we find something to rejoice about.
Thanks for listening,
Love,
Aric & Angie

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The Signs She's Ok - Part 1 Jan 01, 2023

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The last thing Hallie said to us was "Don't worry about me Mama, I'm going to be OK".
While things have been incredibly heavy and we are filled with sadness, God has been good to us in that He's given us many signs that Hallie is with Him in Heaven...
The signs give us hope and keep us moving forward every day, no matter how difficult.
In this episode, we begin to share some of the many different signs that Hallie and the Lord have sent to us in the last several weeks!
Thanks for listening and for your continued prayers! We hope 2023 brings you new beginnings.
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Saying Goodbye Dec 25, 2022

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Merry Christmas,
If we're being 100% honest this doesn't feel like Christmas in our home...we are surrounded by sadness...missing Hallie more than we can explain...
And yet the meaning of Christmas is the one reason we can hold onto Hope of seeing Hallie again one day...that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was born as a child...so that he could one day die for us and our sin...so we could be with Him and Hallie again one day in Heaven...
So in this episode we walk you deeper into what saying Goodbye to Hallie really looked like...and we remember she's walking with Jesus on this Christmas Day...
Thank you for letting us share Hallie's Story...
Love and Merry Christmas,
Aric & Angie

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The Day That Changed Our Lives Forever Dec 18, 2022

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Thank you to everyone who has reached out and offered condolences as The Crew walks thru this unbelievably complex and life-changing set of circumstances.
The pain is unimaginable. Yet, "The sun will still rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while it's here is up to us. Journey wisely".
Season 2 of Blended, Blessed, and Always A Mess begins NOW as we learn to cope with the loss of our beautiful Hallie and discover how we can shine our lights brighter.
This episode walks you thru the fateful day that has FOREVER changed our lives...and how we are trying to navigate the suck of it all...
Thanks for listening and supporting our family during this time.
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Aric's Radio Tribute to Hallie... Dec 06, 2022

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As many of you know I've been on Today's Best Country Clear 99 for most of the last 25 years...
So I couldn't go back on the air without be real and authentic (like Hallie) and share with our listeners why I've been off the air and what our family has been going thru...
Angie and I will do an entire Episode dedicated to Hallie and the light that she continues to SHINE on the world...
But this is a quick 18 minutes that I shared about our sweet girl to our radio audience in Mid-Missouri...
We Love and Miss You Hallie...
Aric & Angie

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The Episode that Almost Never Aired... Dec 04, 2022

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This episode should have aired one week ago...BUT God had other plans...
5 Minutes before uploading this episode about narcissism ...God had other plans...
Our world was changed forever when we got the phone call that our daughter Hallie (oldest Crew Member) had been involved in a tragic accident...why? Because God had other plans...
This past Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 our daughter Hallie left this Earth to get her Angel Wings...we can only find comfort in the fact that God had other plans...
We couldn't record a podcast this week...we are honestly barely making it thru each day...so I finished last week's episode because long term we believe this episode will be important to many of you but also to our family...Because of God's other plans...
Please know that our plans are to continue this podcast to HONOR Hallie...and to help blended families...however...God had other plans...
So...this podcast will also be even messier to deal with Grief and Loss and Trusting God...why? Because God had other plans...
We love each and every one of you and appreciate your support during this difficult time...
Love,
Aric & Angie

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You Know What That's Called? Leadership!!! Nov 20, 2022

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In this week's episode we were pleasantly surprised at some feedback we've been receiving lately about Chace at school...
And in a very nice twist...he's really taking an interest in becoming a leader...
This is a complete 180 from where this kid was 2+ years ago...
We hope you enjoy learning more about his journey and can possibly apply it with your own kids and bonus kids!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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“What Do We Have to Eat?” Nov 13, 2022

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If you've got kids in sports then you know how hard it is to sit down together for dinner...
Everyone is coming and going so fast we need quick meals...
In this episode we share some of our favorite recipes that we then re-purpose into other meals throughout the week...
We also share tips on getting your kids to eat their fruits and veggies!
Hope you enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Tips for Surviving The Holidays Nov 06, 2022

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Hard to believe but we are less than 3 weeks away from Thanksgiving and less than 8 weeks from Christmas...
The Holidays are hard no matter what...divorced or not...they are stressful!
We decided to share some tips on things that work for us to help you cope and get thru the Holidays!
Hopefully you have a wonderful Holiday Season!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Hallie & Lexi: Learning Their Why Oct 30, 2022

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A few weeks back we shared the Enneagram test on the podcast and our results to better communicate with each other...
We've thought it would be really cool if our kids took the test so we could also better interact with them...
So...Hallie and Lexi volunteered and in this episode the girls have a LOT of fun sharing what they've learned...
We all really believe this test could be VERY beneficial in EVERY family setting...Blended or Traditional!
We hope you enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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What is Mini Husband-Wife Syndrome? Oct 23, 2022

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What in the world is Mini Husband-Wife Syndrome? And is it happening in your home and you don't even realize it?!
We read an article about Mini Husband/Mini Wife Syndrome and were immediately aware we needed to tackle the topic in this week's episode!
It should hopefully bring some awareness to the topic if you are dealing with it at home and some ways to intentionally work thru it!
We hope you Enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Empathy vs Toxic Positivity Oct 16, 2022

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Empathy is hard...why?
Because it means we are sometimes swallowing our pride and removing selfish tendencies to realize that other people are going thru hard things too...
With 6 kids and crazy jobs remembering why empathy is important is crucial to staying on the right track!
We hope you can relate!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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The Tornado Oct 09, 2022

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In this week's episode of Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess we visit with our best friends Adam and Amber Addison...
They too have a Blended Family and it hasn't always been easy...at times it's even been a little tornadic to steal a phrase from Adam...
We love to celebrate success stories! Their hard work battled the turmoil and came out on the other side!
We hope you enjoy their story!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Let's Huddle Up Oct 02, 2022

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We are super excited to dive deeper into what it means to create a Blended Family "Huddle".
Angie helped put on an amazing women's event last week called Grit with Grace. The goal was to create a sense of connection and community for her customer base. It just so happened that the guest speaker, Brooke Baldwin, wrote a book called "Huddle" geared towards creating a community for women. The theme really hit home in so many ways.
We want to apply that concept to our blended family community! Will you join us?!?!
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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3 Years: Time to Reflect Sep 25, 2022

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In this week's episode we celebrate our 3rd anniversary of "becoming friends" on Facebook...
To reflect on that we did an exercise that we think would benefit any couple...we reflected on three things that we love about the other person and then three things that we've brought into the other person's life...
It definitely made us appreciate each other!
Hope you enjoy the exercise and getting to know us better!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Check Up From The Neck Up Sep 18, 2022

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No one has it 100% together all of the time...and we realized our communication has dipped the last several weeks...
So...rather than build up walls and shut each other out we decided to dig our heels in and do some work...a little "Check Up from the Neck Up" if you will...
We each took the Enneagram personality test to better figure out how to communicate and be there for each other! This is a great tool that you can use in your relationships too! With your significant other, kids, friends or co-workers!
Enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Co-Parenting: Tips to Survive & Thrive Sep 11, 2022

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We get asked A LOT...how do you co-parent with your ex's? Let's be honest...it's definitely a different kind of challenge for everyone...
Overall we believe that we have a positive co-parenting relationship with all parties. In this episode, we share our do's and don'ts that we try to follow.
Hopefully it can help you in your current situation! Thanks for listening!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Bribing Carter & Sommer to Be on the Podcast! Sep 04, 2022

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It took a lot of work but we finally convinced Carter and Sommer to be on the Podcast together!
They started a little shy but really came around for some good conversation!
We hope you enjoy getting to know the final two members of the Crew!
Love
Aric & Angie

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Which kid did Aric call the Cops on? Aug 28, 2022

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After three incredible interviews, we thought we would take some time to bring you up to speed on the last four weeks of our home life...
Many different things have been happening...including Aric calling the cops on one of the crew members. Here's hoping that NEVER happens again LOL...
I hope you enjoy it!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Part 2: Breaking the Rules of Dysfunction with Lynn Roush Aug 21, 2022

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In our very first 2 part episode we continue visiting with Counselor Lynn Roush...
In this episode she breaks down the 3 Rules to break dsyfunction...by working thru these rules you can end years of cyclical dysfunction in your life and relationships!
We hope you enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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When The Rivers of Anger and Sadness Meet with Lynn Roush Aug 14, 2022

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We couldn't be more excited to share this week's episode of Blended, Blessed and Always A Mess with Licensed Counselor Lynn Roush...
Lynn walks with us thru the difficulties of blending a family but also the path of HEALING that allows for parents and children to truly build a bond of trust that allows for the blending to work!
This chat with Lynn was AMAZING for our SOULS! We hope it is for yours too!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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"Unbelievable Roadmap": Real Talk with David Rowe Aug 07, 2022

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Hey friends...it's Aric...And this episode hits me HARD...
David and his Bonus-Dad Bill have provided a road map that we've followed as we go through the journey of blending our family. The two of them worked hard for years to build a success story. And now we are sharing that with each and every one of you! You don't want to miss this "real talk" episode.
The work I've put in specifically with Chace has been from so many different angles and comes from so many different places. But when it gets hard, I always reach out to David.
Angie and I hope you enjoy this week's episode of Blended, Blessed & Always a Mess!
God Bless,
Aric & Angie

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"Try" to Find the Positives Jul 31, 2022

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Every crew member has a ROLE on this TEAM...
But we understand sometimes it's hard to know what your role is and how you belong...
This week we visit with our youngest Crew Member Dane to hear about the positives and negatives of joining this Blended Family!
We hope Dane helps you in your journey with the youngest child in your family!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Sandy Life Lessons Jul 24, 2022

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We aren't going to bore you with our family vacation BUT we also aren't going to lie and say it was easy-breezy...
This year the Crew fought more than Angie and I were used to BUT we also realized some of it had to do with being away from each other for so long...at the end of our trip their were great memories and we just want to share how we dealt with the hard times and how fun the good times were!
Thanks for being a part of the journey with us!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Middle of the Road Jul 17, 2022

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In this week's episode, we visited with Angie's mom and dad (Kenny and Alice Oligschlaeger) while we were on vacation with them...
We talked about their 52 years of marriage...how they met...how it can be hard...raising LOTS of kids (they have 7) and what their secrets to staying together are! (5 Tips)
They were SUPER nervous but definitely felt more comfortable when we got rolling! Since we were on vacation you'll occasionally hear some kiddos and background noise, too!
We hope you enjoy!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Accountability is Scary AF Jul 10, 2022

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In this episode, we decided to revisit the goals we set individually and as a couple for 2022.
We need to hold each other accountable for our progress. But let's be honest...that's scary AF and requires some vulnerability! So how do we help each other achieve our goals and not be a nag?
We did some research on this topic. We hope your family can utilize some of the tips to finish the back half of 2022 strong!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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Blending After Loss: So Much to Gain Jul 03, 2022

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In today's episode we welcome our first remote guests to the Podcast...
Kim and Dustin have a different story than mine and Angie's...Kim lost her husband to a battle with cancer...and so finding love again wasn't necessarily something she was looking for until her friendship with Dustin couldn't be ignored any longer...(it's a truly hilarious story they will share in today's episode...)
We think you will find some similarities in how Kim and Dustin do things to how We do things...but also some differences! We appreciate them being vulnerable and sharing their story!
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Love,
Aric & Angie

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You Asked; We Answered Jun 26, 2022

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We are super excited about the amount of listeners we are reaching across the entire country! Our goal when we started this podcast was to just help one family!
To know that we are helping many is incredibly rewarding and we feel so blessed!
Today we answer some of your questions we've been getting via social media and the website!
We hope you enjoy!
Love
Aric & Angie

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18 Magical Words Jun 19, 2022

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Keeping your family engaged is HARD!!! And that goes for Nuclear and Blended Families!!!
Angie convinced me to read this book called "Take Back Your Family" and we both absolutely LOVED IT!!!
So...in this episode we do a little "book report" if you will...we discuss high points of the book and things we would like to start implementing with "Our Crew"...
We used new editing software so I'm hopeful our audio problems are behind us and we've also advanced to having an intro/outro!!!
Hope you enjoy this week's episode and God Bless!!!
Aric & Angie

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Life Hacks for Our Sanity Jun 12, 2022

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People always ask...How do you do it? Or they say...I bet your calendar is crazy! (And our calendar is CRAZY)...
So in this episode we tried to detail just how crazy it is AND some of the life hacks we use to make our Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess life work...
Update...we feel like the audio is a little off for Angie on this so we are working to fix that and apologize in advance!
Enjoy!
Love
Aric & Angie

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Is Therapy Weird? Jun 05, 2022

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We have both done therapy...BUT...we came into it with different views and we realize that most people have very different views on therapy...
In this episode, we talk about how/why it was helpful for us and how it can be helpful for you/your kids and others and shouldn't be seen as something filled with shame...it's a healthy avenue to live a better life!
Enjoy!
Love, Aric & Angie

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"Lexi, It's Time to Be a Kid" May 29, 2022

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In this episode, we visit with Crew Member Lexi who shares with us what it was like for her to go thru a divorce and how that sped up her maturity...
We also learn how Angie helped Lexi let go of parenting her brothers and learn how to be a kid!!! Which is super important!
Hope you enjoy!
Love,
Aric and Angie

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Hallie Speaks: Is Divorce Normalized for Kids? May 22, 2022

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In this episode we visit with the oldest sibling in the Crew...Hallie Bear! (That's what we call her)...
We truly believe if you have been thru divorce as a parent or child you will learn a lot of helpful tips from Hallie...I don't want to say we were "surprised" but Hallie definitely IMPRESSED us with her deep thoughts and wisdom on the subject!
Hope you enjoy!
Love,
Angie and Aric

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The Crew Says "I Do!" May 15, 2022

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In this episode we did it!!! We got married!
And honestly we couldn't believe how happy and excited our kiddos were! It made the entire day/experience and we wanted to share with you our family's highlights from the day!
Maybe if you are considering blending a family you will find some nuggets in here to incorporate as well!
Thanks for listening to the day our Family got married!
Love,
Aric and Angie

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The "M" Word May 08, 2022

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This is a very important episode that gets to the bottom of why Angie and I decided to get married...
Because Angie had zero plans to ever marry again...like zero...
So getting her from "I'm NEVER getting married" to deciding she wanted to fully embrace "The Crew" saying "I Do" was a process...
And spoiler alert...her change of opinion came back to our kids (Crew)...
We hope you enjoy this week's Episode called "The M Word"...
Aric and Angie
P.S. Happy Mother's Day to Mom's Everywhere today!!!

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Episode 8: I Beg To Differ May 01, 2022

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In this episode, Angie that it would be a great idea to talk about many of our differences! LOL...
It was actually kind of fun to re-visit all of them...some we have worked thru...some we compromised on and some we have just had to learn to live with...
But they not only effect us but our kids too so we thought it was definitely worth exploring...
Enjoy!
Aric & Angie

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Episode 7: The Chace Chat Apr 24, 2022

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We've talked a LOT about Chace's growth in the last 2.5+ years...in this episode, you get to hear about it firsthand from Chace..
We are super proud of him and we think he does a great job conveying his experiences here while embarrassing myself and Angie at different times here (as he points out areas where we needed to grow as well!)
PS: Please ignore our dog Polly whining thru the door at times during this episode because we wouldn't let her into the Studio with us...
Hope you enjoy!
Aric and Angie

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Episode 6: You're The Devil! Apr 17, 2022

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In this episode Chace and Aric really go to work on their relationship...and trust us when we say it was a LOT of HARD Work...
Many times it pushed Angie out of her comfort zone! But now the work is paying off very handsomely!!!
Hope this episode lets you see there truly is LIGHT at the end of the tunnel!
Aric & Angie

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Episode 5: Cardinals and Covid Apr 10, 2022

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In this episode, Angie crosses another milestone by taking Aric on a work trip!!! Not as bad as calling her his "girlfriend," but a BIG deal for her!
Aric crosses off a bucket list item by getting to attend Cardinals Spring Training, and while we are there...a news article pops up that would lead to a LOT of downtime with Covid!

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Episode 4: The Crew's Christmas Chaos Apr 03, 2022

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Everybody wants to have the Hallmark Christmas right? That wasn't the case with the Crew's First Christmas...
We definitely had some hiccups...
Fortunately some of those hiccups helped us to grow together over time...
Thanks again for listening!
Aric and Angie

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Episode 3: Did Angie Die? Mar 22, 2022

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In Episode #3 of "Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess" Angie THOUGHT "air quotes" THOUGHT she was going to Die when I wanted to call her my girlfriend...News flash...SHE SURVIVED!!!
But we break down her concerns and fears and become an official couple to the public during this Episode...Hope you enjoy!
Aric and Angie

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Introducing "The Crew"! Mar 12, 2022

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In Episode Number 2 of Blended, Blessed and Always a Mess we talk about the process of introducing our 6 kids (The Crew)...
And it was a process...how we decided it was time...meeting each other's kids in different ways before finally introducing everyone to each other...
This worked well for our family and hopefully you'll get some helpful tips from this as well!

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How the Blended Mess Started Mar 06, 2022

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Like so many families today...ours is blended...
And that's super rewarding and full of love! It's also super crazy and always busy...
So we decided to launch a Podcast called "Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess" to chronicle our Crew (Our Nickname for them since they've never seen the Brady Bunch)!
We hope it helps other families who have some of the same ups and downs build a stronger community!
We will start with how we met.. Hope you enjoy!
Love to All!
Aric & Angie

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