Stay ConnectedWelcome to the Life at Anchor Podcast, where I will be sharing stories, tips and tricks, and having conversations with friends about how to live a creative and intentional life anywhere you may drop anchor.
I’m your host, Van Nguyen. I’m a military spouse, proud mama bear to two, avid crafter and memory keeper and self-proclaimed foodie.
I hope that you’ll join me every Wednesday on apple podcasts or wherever you may listen to your podcasts.
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Today, I am chatting with Sierra Beaton again as we look forward to 2021. This was recorded on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 18, 2021. Enjoy!!
Sierra Beaton: https://sierrabeaton.com/the-beatons/
HSN Crafts: https://www.hsn.com/shop/crafts-and-sewing/ct
Do it on a Dime, Steam Shot Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3ctIqwEBnc
Aunt Meg’s Obituary: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/ctpost/obituary.aspx?n=margaret-bachtel-meg&pid=198308774&fhid=24234
Yoga Burn Trim Core Challenge: https://yoga-burn.net/trim-core-ggrm/?gclid=CjwKCAiAgJWABhArEiwAmNVTBznwn45Fx85LKvHfE3rl1V9T_P5_sFHyUIRb7uhV7L5oEr3ljcYtLxoCDYUQAvD_BwE
Lucy Score: https://www.amazon.com/Lucy-Score/e/B00G2DKSBU
Productivity Planner: https://thepagecompany.com/
Get to Work Book: https://www.gettoworkbook.com/
Erin Condren Petite Planner: https://www.erincondren.com/petiteplanner
Week in the Life: https://aliedwards.com/shop/week-in-the-life
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Life at Anchor - Episode 8
Today, I am chatting with Heather Conklin. Artist, crafter, wife, mother, teacher, Arts Commissioner and lover of all things Tacoma, coffee and God. We discuss her role as an Arts Commission, her journey to becoming an art teacher, and her extensive work as a design team member for a number of companies in the paper crafting industry!
Where you can find Heather:
creative IG @goldiecar_creates
goldiecar.blogspot.com
Nespresso - Pixie.
Bridgerton on Netflix.
Stonewall Kitchen Sea Salt Espresso Martini Mixer.
Procreate.
Bardot Brush by @lisabardot
Making Art Everyday Challenge.
Good Notes App for iPad.
December Daily.
Chat Books.
Tacoma Arts Commission.
Authentique Paper.
Diamond Press.
City of Tacoma Public Art Tour.
Wayz Goose Printmaking Festival.
Monkey Shines.
Creative Memories.
Basic Gray.
Xyron.
Beth Kingston.
HSN Crafts (24 Hour Craft Day).
DreamBox.
Paige Evans.
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https://www.facebook.com/madebyvan/
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Life at Anchor - Episode 7
Today, I am chatting with Dr. Vi Nguyen aka Dr. Plastic Picker about what she did this weekend to help lessen her impact on the environment. We then meander into a discussion about cooking and our mother. Enjoy!!
Dr. Plastic Picker: https://drplasticpicker.com/
Dr. Plastic Picker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drplasticpicker/
Docximity: https://www.doximity.com/
Sourdough Starter: https://shop.kingarthurbaking.com/items/fresh-sourdough-starter-and-classic-crock-set
Force of Nature: https://www.forceofnatureclean.com/natural-cleaner-and-disinfectant/
Bobos in Paradise by David Brooks: https://www.amazon.com/Bobos-Paradise-Upper-Class-There/dp/0684853787
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Today, I am chatting with Sierra Beaton again as we look forward to 2021. This was recorded on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 18, 2021. Enjoy!!
Sierra Beaton: https://sierrabeaton.com/the-beatons/
Singtrix: https://www.singtrix.com/
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1368042414/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glc_fabc_NJHbGb30RWNR4
Yoga Burn Trim Core Challenge: https://yoga-burn.net/trim-core-ggrm/?gclid=CjwKCAiAgJWABhArEiwAmNVTBznwn45Fx85LKvHfE3rl1V9T_P5_sFHyUIRb7uhV7L5oEr3ljcYtLxoCDYUQAvD_BwE
Wings of Fire: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0545349230/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glc_fabc_XKHbGbD87JE87
Anne of Green Gables - Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Anne-of-Green-Gables-Audiobook/B01KGL13FI?source_code=GPAGBSH0508140001&ipRedirectOverride=true&ds_rl=1257028&ds_rl=1260658&ds_rl=1258208&gclid=CjwKCAiAu8SABhAxEiwAsodSZFdf9ibjQjgtrkhhQUqGhpbxKUreVTWypHRwWrQfj07-29xHpVOAsRoCW9IQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Organize 365 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/organize-365-podcast/id915355770
The Vanishing Half: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0525536299/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glc_fabc_tLHbGbR8SJ8M3
Before Breakfast: https://lauravanderkam.com/before-breakfast-podcast/
The Four & Twenty Blackbirds Pie Book: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Twenty-Blackbirds-Pie-Book/dp/1455520519/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=blackbird+pie&qid=1611810316&s=books&sr=1-1
No Knead Bread: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/11376-no-knead-bread
Letter from a Birmingham Jail: https://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html?fbclid=IwAR22THDRt72qT-QkQdSm3zFzkK4qHY1GJGv-rv4-QtBF2NF5aQdU2rPvquc
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Life at Anchor - Episode 5
Today, I am chatting with Sierra Beaton to reflect back on the goals we set last year for 2020! Enjoy!!
Sierra Beaton: https://sierrabeaton.com/the-beatons/
In the Hoop Mask Embroidery Design: https://www.zippydesignz.com/
Slippers: https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-4426326/womens-muk-luks-hazel-convertible-slippers.jsp
The Perfect Joggers: https://vuoriclothing.com/products/womens-performance-jogger-heather-grey?variant=32755436060775
Sunday Basket: https://organize365.com/product/complete-sunday-basket-system-2
Atomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/
Ali Edwards Story Kit: https://aliedwards.com/subscribe/story-kit
Chat Books: http://invite.chatbooks.com/vannguyen0u7
December Daily: https://aliedwards.com/projects-december-daily
Week in the Life: https://aliedwards.com/week-in-the-life-2019
Day in the Life: https://aliedwards.com/projects/day-in-the-life
Ticket to Ride: https://www.daysofwonder.com/tickettoride/en/usa/
Exploding Kittens: https://explodingkittens.com/
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Today is a special BONUS episode where I talk with my kids, Charlotte and Benjamin, about our family scout elf, Elf Elf. Please see the below links for the things discussed. Enjoy!!
Rowey Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure
Grove Park Inn and the National Gingerbread House Competition
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LIFE AT ANCHOR - EPISODE 3
Today, I am chatting with Justin Smith to discuss sailing, renovating a sailboat, and racing to Bermuda. Please see the below links for the things discussed. Enjoy!!
Grit by Tammy Duckworth: https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Passion-Perseverance-Angela-Duckworth/dp/1501111116/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=grit+duckworth&qid=1606280360&sr=8-2
30 Days of Thankful with Cathy Zieslski: https://www.cathyzielske.com/tag/30-days-of-thankful/
Breville Sous Chef Slice and Dice: https://www.breville.com/us/en/products/food-processors/bfp820.html
Epiphany Races to Bermuda (made by Amanda Scherer): https://vimeo.com/280653229?fbclid=IwAR3vG2WqNAOI_4uurRmXjcK4Cn1PHVrpa_lfqIU34bNwFVUkqiC8hRheABs
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LIFE AT ANCHOR PODCAST - EPISODE 2
Today, I am chatting with Sierra Beaton to discuss Anxiety in Anticipation with Military Moves (with a little bit of holiday, baking and quilting too)! Please see below links for the things discussed. Enjoy!!
Sierra Beaton: https://sierrabeaton.com/the-beatons/
Breville Smart Loaf: https://www.breville.com/us/en/products/bread-makers/bbm800.html
Paislee Press Desk Calendars: https://paisleepress.com/2020/11/2021-calendars-are-here/
Wings of Fire: https://www.amazon.com/Wings-Fire-Boxset-Books-1-5/dp/0545855721/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=wings+of+fire&qid=1605705777&sr=8-2
Owl Crate Jr: https://www.owlcrate.com/
You can use the WELCOME10 coupon at checkout to save 10% on their first box/subscription plan.
Rose Garden Quilt: https://blog.fatquartershop.com/sew-sampler-may-2020-box-reveal/
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LIFE AT ANCHOR PODCAST - EPISODE 1:
Today, I am chatting with Sierra Beaton to discuss Gratitude Journaling (with a little bit of homeschooling, December Daily, and military life sprinkled in there)! Please see links below for the things discussed. Enjoy!!
Sierra Beaton: https://sierrabeaton.com/the-beatons/
Lucy Score: https://www.amazon.com/Lucy-Score/e/B00G2DKSBU
Kamala Harris: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/07/us/politics/kamala-harris.html
Life of Fred: https://www.lifeoffred.uniquemath.com/
Crazy Daisy Quilt: https://blog.fatquartershop.com/sew-sampler-august-2020-box-reveal/
30 Days of Thankful with Cathy Zieslski: https://www.cathyzielske.com/tag/30-days-of-thankful/
Ali Edwards 3x8 Album: https://aliedwards.com/shop/december-daily-2020-green-3x8-linen-album
Ali Edwards Story Kit: https://aliedwards.com/subscribe/story-kit
December Daily: https://aliedwards.com/projects-december-daily
Chat Books: https://chatbooks.com/
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Welcome to the Life at Anchor Podcast, where I will be sharing stories, tips and tricks, and having conversations with friends about how to live a creative and intentional life anywhere you may drop anchor.
I’m your host, Van Nguyen. I’m a military spouse, proud mama bear to two, avid crafter and memory keeper, and self-proclaimed foodie.
I hope that you’ll join me every Wednesday on apple podcasts wherever you may listen to your podcasts. You can also find me on all the socials, with links in the show notes.
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