Well Grounded

Welcome, welcome to another fun episode of Well Grounded. Join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as we discuss the Top 10 things that are SO good. We’ll share our favorite tips, favorite products, and our favorite coffee! So pull up a seat, pour your favorite cup of coffee and join us for this week’s episode.  ____________ Latte Moment Recipe: Our Favorites, Santa’s White Christmas - https://www.barniesco...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they discuss how to encourage your children to find their calling. They discuss several resources and ideas to help guide your children as they discover their God-given strengths. They even break down S.M.A.R.T. goal setting which is helpful for everyone. So pull up a seat, pour your favorite cup of coffee and join us for this week’s episod...

TW: Loss of a child, addiction, alcoholism, loss of a parent In this week’s episode, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann are joined by guest Cathy Sullivan as they dive into the topic of grief. Cathy bravely shares the story of her eldest son Chris who struggled with alcohol addiction, and tragically passed in November 2024. While we don’t always understand how God is good in the hard, this story from Cathy...

In this week’s episode, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann are joined by guest Melanie Jacob as they discuss seeing the good through the hard. Melanie shares her experience as a single mom navigating life with her faith in God and the goodness He provides. She reflects on how God brought the perfect people into her life when she needed it the most. So grab a seat and your favorite cup of coffee as we dive...

Join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann for the first Top 10 episode where they will share their top 10 bible verses that keep them grounded through life. Whether you were raised as a student of the Word or are just getting started on your faith journey, enjoy these tips for memorizing Scripture. So be sure to grab your journal and your favorite cup of coffee as we dive into these 10 amazing verses and sha...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they talk about finding good connections by fostering family fun. From family game nights, to movie nights, and  fun family traditions, they’ll encourage listeners to connect with their families, screen free. So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a seat, and join us for an episode full of fun ideas on connecting with your family through all ages...

Welcome to Season 3 of the Well Grounded Podcast: All Things Good. Join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann along with special guest Erin Warren as they discuss the goodness of God. This episode offers a refreshing perspective for anyone navigating life's hardest seasons. No matter the challenges you may be facing, God is good all the time and all the time God is good. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back...

Well Grounded Podcast Season 3 launches in ONE week on May 12, 2025! Join Diane & Leigh Ann for Season 3 on the Well Grounded Podcast for All Things Good! This season is all about the goodness of God. Each episode will help you see God at work in your life during good times and hard times. We have some special guests as well as some fun and encouraging episodes coming your way! Season THREE is...

Join lifelong friends, Diane and Leigh Ann as they share some of their favorite moments from Season 2. This is the perfect way to recap some of Season 2’s highlights and a great opportunity to catch up on an episode you may have missed this season. Be sure to stay tuned until the end for a special announcement about Season 3 of Well Grounded. ____________   Some of our favorite moments from Season...

Join us for today’s reflection episode with Diane and Leigh Ann as they expand on their time with Melba Rubera where they discuss the strength of a faithful mother. This conversation explores Melba’s resilience in trusting God in everything, the importance of a strong community, and the fruit of the Spirit. So grab a seat and your favorite cup of coffee, and join us while we dive deeper into becom...

In this week’s episode, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann are joined by guest Melba Rubera, a good friend of the duo. Melba is a faithful servant of the Lord, a wife of nearly 30 years, a mom of 4, and a new grandma. She shares with us God’s faithfulness to our families, marriage, and motherhood. Melba offers a unique perspective on multicultural relationships as she shares her story including the many te...

Join us for today’s reflection episode with Diane and Leigh Ann as they expand on their time with Ruth Montana where they discuss the value of mentorship. This conversation explores how to look for a mentor, and most importantly, what The Word has to say about mentoring. So grab a seat and your favorite cup of coffee, and join us while we dive deeper into the wise and encouraging advice on the val...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they are joined by guest Ruth Montana, a personal mentor to Diane for the past 24 years. Ruth is 81 years young, married to Rick for 59 years. She has 3 married sons, 3 daughters-in-law, 10 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. So grab a seat and your favorite cup of coffee, and join us while Ruth offers wise and encouraging advice on t...

Join us for today’s reflection episode with Diane and Leigh Ann as they expand on their conversation with Amanda Borrero where they discuss the expectations vs reality of being a new mom. This conversation explores the importance of a strong marriage and celebrates supportive husbands. So sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this reflection episode about how God strengthens marriage thr...

In this week’s episode, hosts Diane and Leigh Ann welcome special guest Amanda Borrero to the studio where they discuss the expectations vs reality of being a new mom. Amanda shares her journey to motherhood, including the birth story of her young son. She discusses how she’s navigating being a mother as she leans on her personal relationship with God and help from her community. Stay tuned for a...

Join us for today’s reflection episode with Diane and Leigh Ann as they expand on their conversation with Kelly McMurray where they discuss the many ways you can share your faith with your children. This conversation explores the “no waste” concept and the importance of developing a trusted community for your family. So sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this reflection episode about...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they are joined by guest Kelly McMurray where they discuss sharing your faith with your children. Kelly shares how she received her strong faith foundation from her parents who were deeply involved in ministry. Now, a mother herself, Kelly shares how she and her husband instill faith in their children by modeling, encouraging, and including...

Join the conversation as Diane and Leigh Ann reflect on their conversation with guest Leanne Ramirez and reminisce on having young children. This episode will encourage expectant moms, new moms, and moms of littles.  Hosts Diane and Leigh Ann offer both grace and space in this episode sharing personal experiences as encouragement to your mothering journey. Sit back, relax, grab a cup of coffee and...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they are joined by guest Leanne Ramirez where they discuss the expectations vs reality of being a new mom. Leanne shares what it’s like being a new, young mom. She shares how she’s navigating being a motherhood as she leans on her personal relationship with God and even a little advice from Diane and Leigh Ann. Stay tuned for a heartfelt ep...

In today's reflection episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they discuss the previous episode with guest Candace Hebert where they discussed answering the call for adoption and fostering. Diane and Leigh Ann share their encouragement whether you're considering fostering or adoption, or simply offering a hand to those that are on that journey.  ____________ Latte Moment Recipe: Homem...

In this week’s episode, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they are joined by guest Candace Hebert where they discuss fostering and adoption. Candace shares how she answered God’s calling for her life. From sharing the memories from childhood that shaped her heart, to caring for God’s children even if it’s only a small season, there’s sure to be some encouragement for those interested in learning m...

In a new twist for Season 2, join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they reflect on the previous episode with guest Kellie Spencer where they discussed raising strong children. Diane and Leigh Ann dive deeper into the topic and share their thoughts on raising strong children by filtering everything through the Bible as their guide.   ____________ Latte Moment Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Latte Kellie's S...

Welcome to Season 2 of the Well Grounded Podcast: The Sisterhood of Motherhood. Join hosts Diane and Leigh Ann as they are joined by guest Kellie Spencer as they explore the challenges and rewards of raising strong children. From teaching children to test boundaries in a safe place, to the reminder that you are not alone through the sisterhood of motherhood. Discover how Kellie's steadfastnes...

Well Grounded Podcast Season 2 launches in ONE week! Join Diane & Leigh Ann for Season Two on the Well Grounded Podcast for the SISTERHOOD OF MOTHERHOOD series. The Sisterhood of Motherhood is about sharing best practices, embracing your current season and holding onto a hopeful perspective for the future. In season two, two lifelong friends continue to share life over coffee and conversations...

Join lifelong friends, Diane and Leigh Ann as they share some of their favorite moments from Season 1. They’ll share the origins of the Well Grounded Podcast, their favorite Latte Moments, and the most memorable topics of conversation. Stay tuned for a special announcement on what's coming up in Season 2! ____________ Some of our favorite moments from Season 1: Episode 7 - Prayer 101 - 0:33-2...