Five More Minutes

Do you ever feel small when someone else has a big moment? What do you do with those feelings? Oh I would love your feedback on this topic. This has been a lifelong wrestling match for me, feeling happy for someone else's success instead of feeling jealous. Subscribe to the pod and send your email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world we live in is not perfect by any stretch but as far as convenience goes I can't imagine chores like grocery shopping getting any easier. The pod is short and sweet today because I am running 10 minutes late to go pick up my grocery order! My buddy sent me an instacart promo code that I couldn't pass up. Save $40 on an #80 order at Kroger and it has to be pickup. Type in SAVE40JAN at chec...

I can proudly say I have NOT waited until the week of Valentines day to put together my kid's valentines treats for their classmates. (week of is standard protocol for me, but not this year!)  This is a big deal to me.  Another big deal to me is you listening to and liking the pod! Thank you! Subscribe and send me an email. My address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com     See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Normally I would NOT be happy after waiting 40 minutes to check out at the grocery store. During my last trip to the store I got to witness a random act of kindness and it totally made my lone line frustrations fizzle out.  I hope you have hit the subscribe button BUT if you haven't go ahead and do that. And when you get time send me an email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   I love your listener fe...

The winter storms in East Tennessee have put our blood banks at critically low levels. For the majority of my life being a blood donor never really crossed my mind. They at some point my eyes were opened to why this is one of the most important things you could ever do. Your donation could truly save a life. Plus they give you free snacks.  If you want to donate and live in East Tennessee go to ww...

This can't be real... RIGHT? A man gets 5 women pregnant at the same time and then throws them one big baby shower? Seriously hope this is just some sort of social media stunt.  Subscribe to the pod and if I just got tricked by some fake news PLS send me an email and set me straight. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have experienced one heck of a snowfall here in East Tennessee. We are a week in and still not back to normal. And while it was mostly fun and games I still found myself battling anxiety as the days went on.  Subscribe to the pod please! And send me some feedback. How was your snowcation last week? My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

When I say Stanley Cup do you think Hockey or the really big cups a lot of us women are toting around every day? We live in a really weird time and I just wanted to point that out. Have a great weekend. Help me out and hit that subscribe button, also send me ALL the feedback. I need to know what you want to hear and if anyone is listening. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com (That's all...

How much is your trauma worth and who sits around in a room coming up with the right number?  Subscribe to the pod and send me an email. My address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am a long time sufferer of a disease known as FIMS. That is short for Foot In Mouth Syndrome. I am the absolute Queen of sticking my foot in my mouth but I might have to pass the crown for a bit. There's a story going around about Director Christopher Nolan getting a surprise review of his film Tenet during a Peloton class.  Hit the subscribe button if you haven't yet and I will pop up on your p...

This is my reaction to the new Apple Pro Vision Headset. The more tech industry pushes us towards the "Meta Verse" and Artificial Intelligence the more I just want to say Tech No and opt out. My fears of future tech might one day be labeled irrational or misguided but honestly right now I do not like the direction we are being herded towards. I'm becoming a tech misfit.  Opt into the pod by hittin...

College football will crown a champion tonight and then we will wait for the 2024 season. And the 2024 season is going to look pretty different. After tonight we only have to wait 228 days to see just how different it will look.  Subscribe to the pod and email me your pick for the winner tonight. My email is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com . You might just get rewarded for your effort. wink wink.  See...

Is it possible to take a hobby too far? I think my reading hobby might have become my obsession this past year. When does too much of a good thing become a bad thing? And how do you know if your hobby is bad for you?  Subscribe to the pod and let me know! Shoot me an email at 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com Hope you had a great first week of the year. And thank you for finding my podcast.  See omnystud...

We got a New Trend Alert. Several times over the holidays I watched reels on IG of adult grandkids surprising their grandparents with Christmas Sleepovers. I think it is one of the sweetest and most kind gestures I have seen go viral. And frankly, I'm jealous I can't participate because I had some of the best grandparents ever.  Go ahead and hit that subscribe button so my pod magically pops up on...

It is my version of Cheers just minus the beers and with a whole lot of bacon. Everyone knows everyone's name. There are no strangers and no shortage of conversation. There were lots of good times with friends and co-workers and LOTS of good meals. This is my humble attempt to say goodbye to Longs Drug Store.  The pod is back and needs you to hit the subscribe button. Send me your feedback and you...

For years I would go too big with New Year's Resolutions, now I like to keep it simple. The fact is when you keep things simple you are more likely to do them. You do a couple new, simple things long enough and all of sudden you start becoming the person you have most wanted to be.  Happy New Year Friends! The pod is back and ready for you to hit the subscribe button. Thank you for listening and f...

We are currently cruising down the road to disappointment searching for an exit ramp. One of my son's wants something for Christmas that will without a doubt not happen. Hopefully he will still have a great Christmas.  All I want for Christmas is for you to subscribe to the pod! And to send me an email filled with your thoughts to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Shopping Season is here! I love giving gifts that people actually want. But it is really hard and takes a lot of mental energy. I wish there was a way to find those perfect gifts without people having to resort to telling you exactly what they want.  I will tell you this, Subscribing to the pod is the best gift you can give me! And sending me an email is always a welcomed surprise. My email addres...

Not just thankful but thankFULL after the Thanksgiving holiday. Now it is back to the real world with the countdown to Christmas kicking into high gear.  You can give me the best early Christmas Gift by just hitting the subscribe button! I sure appreciate it. And I would love to hear all about your Thanksgiving holiday. Send me an email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener f...

The holidays are here and I am already in a holiDAZE. I'm already distracted by the things I want to be doing and ignoring the things I should be doing.  Subscribe to the pod to give me an early Christmas gift. Thank you! Tell me if you are already solely focused on all things Holiday and send me all of your emails to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

I don’t know when humans will land and walk on Mars but I do believe I will be alive to see it.  subscribe to the pod! And send me an email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com I apologize if the audio quality isn’t what you are used to. I had to record the pod in my car during my kids jiujitsu class. Technology FTW.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When your brilliant idea to go to a midweek concert is maybe not so brilliant. It just means you're getting old.  Subscribe to the pod and tell me if you can relate! (I'll check all emails after I submit a vacation request form for the day after Zach Bryan is in town.) My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Final Season of The Crown on Netflix has officially begun and I am excited to say the least.  Subscribe to the pod pretty please! And if you are going to be geeking on The Crown over the next couple of days send me an email and tell me all the things you love and hate. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Art of Appreciation. Definition: The skill of recognizing and enjoying the good qualities of someone or something.  We are attempting to teach our children the art of appreciation. It can be frustrating at times.  Subscribe to the pod, I always appreciate that. And please send me any tips you have on getting your kids to appreciate what they have. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com...

What is Hope and can you give it to someone? Today I talked with the new Mission of Hope Director, David Heatherly. We chatted about the new era the Mission of Hope is in, what they are doing to help families in rural Appalachia and what the future looks like. I hope you will enjoy this longer conversation and I promise I will get back to my 5 minutes tomorrow.  If you would ever like to volunteer...