Manis with Grannies

Listen in on an emotional conversation with Betty Barrett.  Betty gives us insight on getting older and living life as an older person.  She fills us in on her family and the love for her late husband is evident.  Her detailed account of moving out of her long-time home and transitioning to assisted living is full of life lessons for us all.  Betty’s values are made obvious through our conversatio...

Listen in on a lively conversation with Barb Ellingsworth.  Barb takes us through the story of how she ended up moving to Warren, and then to the Suites at Rouse.  She opens up about both of her marriages, along with the losses of both husbands and living through those experiences.  The “daddy’s girls” will be able to relate to Barb when she reminisces about her father.  Barb leaves us wanting to...

Listen in on a friendly conversation with Dorothy Lauffenburger.  Dot shares her life story with us while she enjoys getting a manicure.  You’ll get to hear about Dot’s wedding and the early days  of her marriage.  She also talks fondly about her parents and family.  After listening, you’ll wish you could visit Lauffenburger’s Salon and have Dot style your hair.  Dot’s honesty and perspective in t...

Listen in on a sweet conversation with Martha Brewster.  Martha explains her decision to move to the Suites at Rouse.  Then she takes us back in time to the early days of her marriage and family life.  If you’ve ever wondered what it would have been like to be a telephone operator, Martha was one and tell us about it.  She also opens up about her early childhood and attempting to reconnect with he...

Listen in on an easy conversation with Kathy Bimber.  Kathy opens up about her journey and overcoming life’s struggles.  This episode is full of great advice.  Kathy’s perspective is insightful and valuable.  Her passion for swimming is a theme throughout the episode, much like her life.  Kathy’s story of resilience and healing will leave you feeling inspired and energized.   www.maniswithgrannies...

Listen in on a fun conversation with Cindy Lindemuth.  Cindy speaks openly about her family and her life.  She takes us back to the Vietnam War and finding out about her sweetheart being injured in the war.  Cindy takes us through her career journey, from opening & selling a preschool to becoming the district justice of Warren County for 23 years.  There are multiple life lessons in her story...

Listen in on a dynamic conversation with June Hale.  June shares detailed stories about her life, including both of her marriages, and moving to Florida and back; you can tell she loves living in the Warren area.  You’ll love hearing about her love story with the formerly confirmed bachelor Bill, from their first date to the unusual circumstances of their wedding. Her advice for young people will...

Listen in on a fun conversation with Dee Dee Tucker.  Dee Dee takes us through the early years of her marriage.  You’ll learn about Warren’s Toy Shoppe, with a lesson about the importance of having women on the team tucked into the story.  Dee Dee shares her love story with her late husband & high school sweetheart Bill, including a sweet engagement story.  It was fun hearing Dee Dee’s stories...

Listen in on a pleasant conversation with Shirley Blair.

Listen in on a sweet conversation with Kay Jones.  Kay takes us on a little trip down memory lane, despite having dementia.  She emphasizes the importance of her faith and passing on her love of piano.  It’s a good thing Tiffany’s husband Dan was there and paying attention, because he had to step in when both Tiffany & Kay forgot where the conversation was going.  It’s evident how much Kay’s f...

Listen in on a lovely conversation with Jane Conquer.  Jane discusses how it feels to be 90 years old and reminisces on becoming a new mother.  She recalls the story of how each of her parents arrived in the United States and shares a cute story about how her parents met.  Jane also talks about meeting her husband, and reveals a surprising story about their early relationship.  You’ll love Jane’s...