A couple of Okies doing life

Raising Boys to be Men, Stories, Mistakes, and moments that made us proudest. This one's for every parent in the trenches and every grown kid who needed to hear "I'm Proud of You" Oklahoma Fun! Color & Activity Book https://a.co/d/00DYaWJa #ACoupleOfOkies #Raising Boys #PodcastLife #OklahomaLife #DoingLifeYall

June is everything in the Palladino house! Fathers Day weekend, Michaels 26th Birthday, our 31st Anniversary, and Marley Rae turns 2. Plus the launch of our very first Oklahoma Themed Coloring and Activity Book. We also just got back from Destin, FL. where tropical storm Arthur shut down the Gulf of America all week - Double Red Flags. The Palladino's and McClary's took over a pontoon, fou...

Starting Over in your 50's isn't just physical - It's relational. Friendships change. Marriage Deepens. And Finding Your People again takes Courage. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Email us at okies918@yahoo.com Check out Laurel's Book: Laughing Through the Tears at laughingthroughthetearsbook.com

In this episode, Paul and Laurel sit down with Kevin and Sandy Burr to talk about Marriage, building a business together, and raising a family without a manual. From navigating challenges to staying aligned through seasons of growth, this conversation is full of real life insight, honesty, and encouragement for couples playing the long game. Be sure to listen through the end there is a bonus segme...

Starting over isn’t easy—especially in your 50s. In this episode, Paul and Laurel get real about returning to training for the Marine Corps Marathon—the aches, the setbacks, the mental battles, and the small wins that keep them going. They talk about the pain of rebuilding endurance, the discipline it takes to stay consistent, and the powerful moments when everything clicks and the runner’s high t...

We take a moment to check in and wish everyone a Happy Easter, shout out a Happy Birthday to our oldest son Jordan Palladino and provide updates and share that guests will be joining us starting later this month. We have an Intro Song!!!

In this episode of A Couple of Okies Doing Life, Paul and Laurel talk about the power of stacking wins—the small, consistent choices that build strong marriages, steady faith, and lasting momentum. From everyday habits to long-term goals, they share how choosing discipline over motivation and consistency over perfection can completely change your trajectory. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelm...

We talk about playing the long game in marriage and relationships

2026 is off and running. In this episode of A Couple of Okies Doing Life, Paul and Laurel talk playoff football, marathon training, and vacation planning—before stepping into deeper conversations about aging parents and why living trusts and wills are essential acts of love. This episode is about endurance, responsibility, and preparing well for the long game of life and marriage.

Happy New Year, Reflection and Reset - Intentional Action in 2026 Da Bears, The 49ers, Okie State Football and trips.

We share our reflection on what Freedoms we are thankful for and share a convo while walking the River Park Trails in Tulsa. Don’t forget to email us at okies918@yahoo.com and follow us on FB and IG

Laurel and I discuss our OKC dream date - not dinner and a movie, but a realignment on our goals and next 5-10 years. And of course other ramblings. Happy Fathers Day to all the dads and mentors out there. Don’t forget to follow us on FB and IG and drop us a line at okies918@yahoo.com

We share our experience in OKC and the Run to Remember. 168 seconds of silence to honor the fallen, Gorilla Hill, Ropers Romp and more. Follow us on FB and IG Laughingthroughthetearsbook.com

A Run to Remember 30 Years later - OKC A weekend of playing, exploring, running and reflection.

Laurel and I recap our Vegas Rock N Roll Half Marathon experience, the Oklahoma Wild Fires and dealing with memories and loved ones with ALZ. NURECOVER PAUL93081

A 30 Year love story - we talk about the 4 types of Love and what is marriage from a couple of imperfect okies doing life. Don’t forget to email us at okies918@yahoo.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Happy New Year!! Wrap up 2024 and welcome in 2025

Merry Christmas Luke 2: 1-20

Just Catching up from August

Garth, Excalibur and Niagara Falls Checkout our new rating scale - Dinos

This episode Laurel and Paul share thoughts on the Heat (It’s Summer - it’s always hot during summer), St Vincent recap, we meet Marley Rae in a day or so and we do a half year check in on our word - consistency and finish

On today’s episode Laurel and I share all the activities going on in our lives… Book update - TBN, vacation season and trips, graduations, running in Cincinnati, Bucket Lists and much more. Reach out and wish Laurel a Happy 50 at Okies918@yahoo.com.

We give an update on Laurels Book Happenings - Laughing Through The Tears at Magic City Books - Book Bash, TBN Interview Airs, Life Seasons, What do you want to share if it’s the last day?

Spring, Skin Cancer Screening, and Maggies Music Box

Laurel and I take you on a roller coaster of ideas and thoughts - random day and conversations from fasting, to books and a little Old Testament talk.