The Final Thoughts Podcast

Planning Ahead 23.10.2026 6:27 ↓

How six thought-provoking questions listed in my calendar are helping me to be more proactive as I plan ahead for the upcoming new year. 

The Ringing of the Bell 16.10.2026 8:13 ↓

Ringing the bell at the end of my own cancer journey helped me better understand the need to ring our own proverbial bell whenever we conquer the challenges of life. 

Kind Words 09.10.2026 6:55 ↓

The power of kind words and how our words can help others to feel like more. 

Scaffolding 02.10.2026 5:40 ↓

How the principles behind construction scaffolding can apply to parenting. 

Garanimals for Life 25.09.2026 6:49 ↓

What the children's brand, Garanimals, taught me about the "perfect-fit". 

Courage & Hope 11.09.2026 6:52 ↓

The 25th anniversary of 9/11 stands as a reminder of courage & hope. 

Routine Benefits 04.09.2026 6:12 ↓

As we say goodbye to summer this Labor Day weekend, it may be time to embrace the routines we had before the "season of vacation". 

The Banana Split Response 07.08.2026 8:45 ↓

The life lessons I learned from my 1st banana split as I entered the world of adulthood. 

The Cost of Citizenship 24.07.2026 6:56 ↓

Reflecting over my American citizenship and the experiences that have caused me to see it as the cherished gift it is. 

Stained Glass Perspective 17.07.2026 7:15 ↓

Lessons I learned from handling stained glass and how they apply to parenting. 

Zany Zips 10.07.2026 6:37 ↓

How a pair of Zips sneakers taught me to walk my own journey.

Symbols of Home 26.06.2026 7:02 ↓

How a very special baseball game stirred a  greater sense of gratitude within me. 

Box of Love 19.06.2026 6:12 ↓

In the midst of one of our greatest tragedies, a group of strangers lovingly showed us that service is better without barriers. 

The Pool Noodle Incident 12.06.2026 6:35 ↓

A pool noodle incident in a Mommy & Me class, reminds us to laugh when life doesn't go according to plan. 

Rotisserie Chicken for the Soul 05.06.2026 6:30 ↓

What I learned about service from an impromptu community and a rotisserie chicken. 

Birthday Trips 30.05.2026 7:51 ↓

How a time-honored family tradition helped to strengthen our family bonds, while helping our children feel loved with each passing birthday. 

Ants & Peonies - Back By Popular Demand 15.05.2026 6:38 ↓

Let's revisit a popular podcast from last year to discover the connections that exist all around us.

Are You My Mother? 08.05.2026 5:45 ↓

The classic story, Are You My Mother, reminds us to celebrate not only our Mothers, but all the mother-figures who have supported us along our journey.

Landslide 01.05.2026 6:16 ↓

Learning to adjust to the shift that takes place as our children move out and move on. 

Alligators All Around 24.04.2026 6:33 ↓

How a song from my childhood brought an element of fun to two generations. 

Ripples 17.04.2026 5:55 ↓

What ripples in water teach us about the ups and downs in life. 

The Unexpected Guest 10.04.2026 6:43 ↓

A chance encounter with a stranger brought my Mom's words to life, "you never know when someone might stop by" or even who might stop by.

From Crisis to Crowning Achievement 03.04.2026 6:22 ↓

At this Easter season, the story of George Frideric Handel teaches us that personal crises can become a catalysts for good in our lives and in the lives of those around us.

The Magic of Rainy Days & Rain Boots 20.03.2026 7:09 ↓

As we usher in spring, a pair of bright red children's rain boot caused me to reflect over the magic of rainy days and rain boots.