Opinions That Change

This week’s episode is basically a collection of things I have apparently decided to have VERY strong opinions about.  First up: my gambling era may officially be coming to an end. After listening to President Christofferson’s General Conference talk, I had some things to think about… and, yes, I may have gotten a little rebuked.  Then we’re casting my dream Dancing with the Stars season because o...

You asked, I answered.  In this Q&A episode, I’m answering some of the questions you’ve been sending my way — and we’re covering a little bit of everything. Should you buy a car in cash, or take out a loan and get something newer and more reliable? Do I think it’s better to rent or buy a home? How many siblings do I have, and are we actually close? And in the battle of physical books vs. Kindl...

Therapy: Is It Always the Answer? I used to be very pro-therapy. I thought almost everyone should probably do it. But after several different experiences with therapy—both personally and with my kids—my perspective has become much more nuanced. In this episode, I’m sharing what therapy has taught me, including a positive experience with ART therapy, why I eventually stopped going, and how I realiz...

For years, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what it meant to be healthy. I went an entire year without eating treats because I thought that made me healthier… while eating Fruity Pebbles, SpaghettiOs, and Taquitos on the regular.  Looking back, I realize my definition of health was shaped by diet culture, restriction, weight loss, and the idea that a workout only counted if I was completely e...

What does it actually take to stand out at work? In this episode of Opinions That Change , I sit down with my dad to talk about work ethic, leadership, reputation, and the simple habits that can set you apart. After variety of different jobs over the past few decades, he shares lessons on why no job is beneath you, what to do when nobody is watching, how to build a great reputation, and how to bec...

The Way We Feed Our Kids Matters How we feed our kids can shape so much more than what ends up on their plate. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about helping my kids eat a wide variety of foods, creating structure around meals, introducing whole foods, and navigating picky eating without turning every meal into a battle. I’ll share our experience with an elimination diet, what I noti...

In this episode, I’m sitting down with my sister to talk about why we chose homeschooling for our families — and what we’ve loved most about it. We talk about the freedom homeschooling has given us: more family time, slower mornings, the ability to travel, sleep in, and create a rhythm that actually works for our families. We also talk about letting our kids follow their interests, spending more t...

Ten years of marriage, a whole lot of life, kids, disagreements, growth, and learning how to choose each other over and over again. For this episode, my husband and I each came up with our own list of 10 things we’ve learned in 10 years of marriage —without showing the other person what was on our list. Then we took turns going through them and found out, in real time, where we completely agreed,...

After having two kids, I experienced what I believed was a miscarriage. I went to the ER multiple times, was bleeding and in pain, and kept being reassured that I was going through a normal pregnancy loss. I even went on a trip to Texas, did photoshoots, and tried to carry on with life while my body was telling me something was very wrong. After my third trip to the ER, I finally learned the truth...

What if decluttering isn’t just about cleaning out your closet? Sometimes the things taking up the most space in our lives aren’t things at all—they’re commitments, notifications, distractions, packed calendars, and even good things that have slowly crowded out the best things. In this episode, I’m talking about what it looks like to intentionally create more margin in our lives and make sure our...

People often tell me, "You're so naturally talented," or "You just have an eye for photography." But the truth is, I wasn't born knowing how to use a camera—I built every skill through mistakes, persistence, and a whole lot of trial and error. In this episode, I'm sharing the stories behind the polished images you see today: the disaster at my first wedding, acci...

This week, I'm joined by my friend Dallin Macomber for a spirited debate as we each reveal our Top 10 Family Movies of All Time. Our lists couldn't be more different—I'm championing inspiring true-story classics like The Sound of Music , October Sky , and Miracle , while Dallin makes the case for animated favorites like Mulan , Kung Fu Panda , and Pokémon . Along the way, we argue o...

In today's episode, I'm sharing some of my thoughts and experiences growing up in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and the perspectives I've developed along the way. We talk about why church attendance has been worth it for me, even during the season of life when I had four kids under four and spent more time walking the hallways than sitting in the chapel. I share wh...

What do you do when you're $135,000 in debt and feel like there's no way out? In this episode, I'm sharing the full story of how my husband and I completely changed the trajectory of our family's finances and paid off $135,000 of debt in just two years . It wasn't easy, glamorous, or quick. We sold nearly everything we owned and moved our family of six into a fifth wheel f...

What is it really like to live in a fifth wheel with four kids? In this episode, we're sharing our honest experience after spending a year and a half living full-time in our RV as a family of six. From peaceful mornings on our acre of land, bonfires with friends, and watching our kids play with our chickens, to the not-so-glamorous reality of RV repairs, septic problems, and the challenges of...

This week, I'm sharing my biggest holiday hot takes—and they might be a little controversial! From why I think Christmas decorations should go up before Thanksgiving to questioning why every holiday revolves around candy, we're diving into the traditions we keep without always thinking about why. I'm also talking about why Valentine's Day should be about spreading love to every...

Welcome to the very first episode of my new podcast — a space where opinions aren’t fixed, growth is expected, and changing your mind is a strength, not a flaw. In this intro episode, I’m sharing a bit about who I am, why I started this show, and a personal story about an opinion I once held tightly… until life, experience, and a little humility changed it over time. If you’ve ever looked back and...