Episodes

I get to spend the week at the Music City New Media Academy at Lipscomb University sharing my love of podcasting with high school students. I hope you enjoy this encore episode from February. It is all about how we remember people. How would you like to be remembered? Find out who I remember with ginger ale, ginger snaps, and a table in the woods. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm...

Sometimes we just need to make a small change in our lives. I recently changed my mantel from a carrot theme (check out the podcasts about carrots) to a beach theme. I just needed a change in my life. Too often we think changes have to be big. But that is not sustainable. Sometimes biggest changes come from small steps. Baby steps add up over time and feel less overwhelming. What small change do you want to make in your own life? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

My father-in-law is in town. We have all enjoyed having him, well all of us except for my son. My son is a covid baby and after a year of isolation, he doesn't like strangers. He screamed when he met his grandfather. And while this concerned me at first, after a few days, a little persistence, and a lot of snacks, he eventually came around. Watching the two of them navigate and build their relationship, got me thinking. What areas in my life do I need to show a little more persistence? Our journ...

I hope you are having a great memorial day with your family. Today is a wonderful day to remember men and women who died for this country. While my grandparents are not a part of this group, they are a part of the greatest generation. My grandfather was a fighting tiger pilot and my grandmother was a riveter like Rosie the riveter. Their stories were what legends are made of. What legends will your grandchildren or great-grandchildren tell about you someday? What do you want the story to be? The...

Before we get to summer, let's take a moment and thank the teachers. This one is for all the teachers and mommy teachers out there. Thank you for making the most of this weird, hard year. Thank you for loving our children, staying up late, and pushing through. Thank you for loving our kids and finding new ways to inspire them. Summer never looked so great, and I wish you all the rest, relaxation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/ap...

There is an event that I've been looking forward to for six years -- the Kindergarten graduation. Unfortunately, our school doesn't do kindergarten graduations. But I still want the cute baby graduations photos. So what did I do? I made my own moment. You can get just about anything on Amazon including kindergarten graduation robes. And now I am the proud owner of my dream photo. You control your own happiness. Don’t give anyone else the reins to your happiness. --- This episode is sponsored b...

This weekend my daughter lost her first tooth. She has been waiting for this experience for years. She played out and planned every scenario except the one that actually happened. What was an anticipated moment, a right of passage, turned to tears. How often does this happen to us? Life is nothing but unexpected curve balls. Don’t let the unexpected get in the way of your happiness. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send i...

My son is so close to walking. In fact, he could if he wanted to, but he is too afraid. What fears do you have? What is keeping you from taking the first step? Who you want to be tomorrow starts with who you are today. Change is found not in the leaps but in the baby steps. Greatness happens with a lot of false starts, correction, and sometimes failure. We can’t be afraid to fall down. We have to walk before we run. And we have to take the first step before we walk. What step do you want to take...

My children are driving me batty. My patience is thinning and summer is almost here. I am not sure how I will survive. Today I lost my cool, and I am sounding exactly like my mother. I am going to try to flip the narrative. Rather than fighting with them, I am going to encourage them to help me find a solution. What do you do when you've lost all sanity in your house? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice messa...

It is that time of year, spring had sprung and it's time to clean. As I spent time thinking about what I wanted to clean this year, it struck me. Too often I try to be perfect. I want my house and my life to be perfect. I feel judged if I am a mess. But, this leads to not allowing people into my life when I need them the most. Our lives don’t have to be perfect to let people in. What if we owned our mess? What if we leaned into the fact that it shows progress and a willingness to change? How wou...

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I love the wreath on my front door. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

It finally happened, a little girl asked me if I was the grandmother. After being offended, I decided to embrace the mistake. Find out why being mistaken for a grandmother is actually a good thing. Grab a coffee and join me now. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

It's your celebration! Sunday is Mother's Day and today I have a special guest with a message just for you. You don't want to miss this moment of encouragement. Grab a coffee and tune it. When you finish, share this episode with your mommy tribe. This celebration is just for you, friend. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

Full House, Family Matters, Saved By The Bell, Step by Step -- I loved 90s sitcoms. Yesterday my husband was convinced he was in a 90s sitcom and I was the parent full of wisdom, but what he told me next annoyed me because his observation was so spot on. Join me today as I share his observations and why all the 90s sitcom wisdom you need, you already have. Grab a coffee and tune in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send i...

The laundry is out of control! You know what I mean. This weekend I tackled my laundry pile and along the way, I learned a few life lessons. In this episode, I'll share those lessons with you. Here is a hint, it involves an elephant and not going around it. Tune in for your daily encouragement. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

Every month my kids receive a book from Dolly Parton's imagination library. Last year we were introduced to Pass It On by Sophy Henn. The book is based on the idea that we should pass on things that are terrific, wonderful, or bring us joy. What if we did that? That thought is coming up on this episode. Join me now. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

I love the Berenstain Bears. My mother did too. In fact, she always felt like my father was just like Papa Bear. He was attentive with his children and helpful around the house. She told me this all the time. But the one person she never said this to was my dad. What if we took the time to tell people how we really feel? What if we told them the impact they had on our lives? Too often we wait to say these things at their funeral. I want to be different. I want to say these things now. Join me an...

There is a voice inside my head. It is full of doubt, guilt, and lies. Being a mom is hard enough without an inner voice telling us we are not worthy. Let's work together to change the narrative inside our heads. Join me as I share my own struggles with the voice inside my head. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

Today I will share a confession and an apology. I have a lot of cringe-worthy moments in my life, but some of the worst moments are when I am unaware or didn't take the time to understand how my words impacted others. I am guilty of the humblebrag. Join me as I share my experience and the importance of supporting other mothers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

This is National Infertility Awareness Week. I struggled for years to get pregnant with my two rainbow babies. Today we will honor those who struggle and those who have suffered miscarriages. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

It is birthday week at our house. We have three birthdays in three days! There is going to be fun, presents, celebration, and way too much cake. Birthdays are a great opportunity to celebrate and reflect. Join me as we reflect together and make a commitment to our children. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

Rest and relaxation are two words moms hear about, but concepts they don't get enough of. Today we will talk about what it really means to take a break and get some rest and creative ways to do so while being a mom. Give the kids a snack and join me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message

Another dose of encouragement coming your way. Join us on Facebook and get exclusive sneak peeks: facebook.com/mommymomentpodcast Buy merch at shop.spreadshirt.com/mommymoment Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mommymoment/message