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Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!These are A Few of Our Favorite ThingsIn Episode #97, Christy and Grace chat about their favorite things. Tune in for this warm hearted and fun loving episode!2023-09-1744 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on Divine MercyIn Episode #96 Christy and Grace discuss Divine Mercy and the beauty they have discovered in this devotion. Tune in to hear more!2023-09-1037 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Balancing Your ScheduleIn Episode #95, Christy and Grace discuss scheduling balance. They give some of their own tips and tricks they have used. Tune in to learn more!2023-08-2758 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on Pslam 23In Episode #94, Christy and Grace share their insights on Psalm 23. Their discussion includes God fulfilling our every need, always with us, protecting us, honoring us and desiring us to be with Him forever. Tune in and enjoy!2023-08-2042 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Choosing Intentional ThoughtsIn Episode #93, Christy and Grace discuss the power in intentional thinking. When we choose intentional thoughts by inviting the Holy Spirit into our thinking, it changes how we feel and it can change the results we produce in our evreyday lives. Tune it to hear more!2023-08-1343 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Understanding AcceptanceIn Episode #92, Christy and Grace discuss what true acceptance is. In coming to understanding this more fully, we can let go of resistance. Tune in to lean more. 2023-08-0636 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Taking On His YokeIn Episode #91, Christy and Grace discuss the passage in Matthew 11:29 where Christ talks about taking on His yoke. They examine what true freedom is. Tune in for this lively discussion!2023-07-3051 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Taking on His YokeIn Episode #91, Christy and Grace discuss the passage in Matthew 11:29 where Christ talks about taking on His yoke. They examine what true freedom is. Tune in for this lively discussion!2023-07-2343 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Back to BasicsIn Episode #90, Christy and Grace discuss getting back to basics. In their resent theme of transitions, the ladies talk about what to do when we are stuck. They give good tools and examples of how to get back on track. Tune in to learn more!2023-07-1642 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Slowing DownIn Episode #89, Christy and Grace discuss slowing down, By slowing down down we are able to see things we normally push past and miss. Slowing down brings purpose and intention to what we do. Tune in to hear more!2023-07-0952 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on Life TransitionsIn Episode #88 Christy interviews Grace about the life transitions she has gone through during college and now moving through graduation. Tune in to hear Grace's thoughts and reflections on this ever recurring part of life. 2023-07-0250 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!2nd Anniversary!!In Episode #87, Christy and Grace review their last two years of podcasting as they celebrate their 2nd Anniversary of The Thanks Mom Podcast! Tune in and enjoy!!2023-06-2530 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Trust the process with Christie WalkerIn Episode #86, Christy and Grace interview Catholic Life Recovery Coach, Christie Walker. Christie is dedicated to helping women in recovery and those looking to drink less or not at all. Christie’s passion for helping others stems from her own journey of overcoming addiction and finding hope through her faith. The three ladies discuss about when life gives you challenges, trust can be hard. Yet, the Church gives you a process you can trust and that can bring about wholeness .2023-06-1950 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Corpus Christi: Discussions on the EucharistIn Episode #85, Christy and Grace discuss their thoughts and relationship with the Eucharist. They talk about when the Blessed Sacrament had its first impact on them and how it is the extraordinary in their ordinary lives. 2023-06-1137 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Making Family Life ExtraordinaryIn episode #84, Christy and Grace discuss the normal, everyday of family life. What looks like routine, even the crazy unexpected routine, can be made holy. Listen in to hear the gals discuss how to make the every day extraordinary and bring Christ into those seemingly unimportant moments! 2023-04-3049 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Decorating with a PurposeIn Episode #83, Christy and Grace discuss decor. Decor expresses something of ourselves to others. The gals discover how to do this with purpose and how it can be another way of living out the extraordinary in the ordinary. Tune in to hear more!2023-04-2350 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Easter and Divine MercyIn Episode #82, Christy and Grace discuss Easter and Divine Mercy. They chat about some holy moments and insight they have seen from lent to Easter and how to dive into Christ's Divine Mercy which is for everyone of us. Tune in to hear more and partake in celebrating the season!!2023-04-1634 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!All things about Fasting!In Episode #81, Christy and Grace discuss fasting and abstaining as we enter into Holy Week. There discussion includes the differences between sacrifices and achieving goals and the desire to be transformed during Lent vs. just accomplishing something. Tune in to hear more!2023-04-0250 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Begin AgainIn Episode #80, Christy and Grace discuss the concept of “beginning again”. Grace explains how she loves that Christ encourages us to get back up again rather than dwell on our past failures, and how this is the mark of a saint. Tune in to hear more!2023-03-2649 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Facing Change with Self TrustIn Episode #79, Christy and Grace discuss change and self trust. As we approach seasons that can be full of change, how are we looking at it? The ladies discuss building self trust, pushing through resistance and inviting God in to our seasons of change. Tune in to hear more!2023-03-1958 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Using tech to live out the ExtraordinaryIn Episode #78, Christy and Grace discuss technology and its place in our world today. The talk about the balance that needs to be made with technology use, but also how it can be used to live out the extraordinary in the ordinary.2023-03-121h 01Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Grace's version of the GrayzoneIn Episode #77, Christy and Grace have an interesting discussion on what Grace deemed her gray zone. The girls chat about the beauty of the diversity in the Church and all that is available to us. Tune in to hear more about this interesting topic!2023-03-0548 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Lenten Chit ChatIn episode#76, Christy and Grace discuss Lent. Their conversation covered how we should be seeking what God is wanting to transform in us this lent, not "white knuckling it" but seeing it as a journey with the Lord to deeper life with Him. Come listen and join in the conversation by leaving a review and sharing!2023-02-2651 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!So what IS Life Coaching?In episode #75 we thought listeners might want a taste and deeper look into what Life Coaching Actually IS. Grace takes the time to interview Christy on what she does and why. Tune in to gain insight and if you have questions that aren't answered, please reach out!2023-02-1957 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Lean BackIn Episode #74, Christy and Grace discuss the beauty of leaning back into the Lord and letting God lead. They talk about when we are focused on the doing of things, grasping for control, we are leading and not allowing God take the reigns. Tune in to hear how you may find a new kind of freedom in practicing leaning back in your life. 2023-02-121h 01Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Self Worth, not SelfishIn Episode #73, Christy and Grace discuss the skewed view that society has put on the word self. Their conversation explores need to grow and better ourselves and not to be viewed as selfish.2023-02-051h 05Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Culvers vs. Chick-Fil-AThe debate is on! In Episode #72, Christy and Grace go head to head in the debate over what is better, Culver's of Chick-Fil-A? Tune in and offer you opinion in the comments. What this dynamic duo to discuss your topic? Make sure to message them, leave a comment or email them at thanksmompodcast@gmail.com2023-01-2934 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on the MagnificatIn Episode #71, Christy and Grace reflect on the beautiful song on the Visitation sung by Aly Aleigha. The ladies talk about the Magnificat, its impact on them and how the song reflects that and offers a profound reflection. Tune it to experience what struck them!2023-01-2245 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!EpiphanyIn Episode #70, Christy and Grace wrap up the end of the Christmas Season talking about Epiphany. They discuss the meaning, and how we can be grateful that the Magi came to meet the Christ Child showing that He came for ALL of us! Tune into listen to more as they chat about moving forward in life and choosing to find ways to live out the extraordinary in the ordinary. 2023-01-0848 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Discussing the Octave of ChristmasIn Episode #69 Christy and Grace discuss all the happenings that go on during and surrounding the octave of Christmas. The talk about their own celebrations this past week as well as the interesting fall of feast days during this specific liturgical year. Tune in to hear the banter and how we are still living in the Christmas season!2023-01-0143 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on ChristmasIn Episode #68, Christy and Grace reflect on what is striking them this Christmas. They talk about placing yourself in the Christmas story, who you can identify with, what it must have been like for them and invite you to meditate on some of that this Christmas. Tune in to hear more!2022-12-2540 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!O AntiphonsIn Episode #67,  Christy and Grace dig into the O Antiphons, where they came from and what their meaning is. They also talk about using this last week of Advent to not just preparing to celebrate Christ's birth but to examine how we are to be preparing for His second coming as well. Tune in to find out more!2022-12-1837 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Let Us Rejoice!In Episode #66, Christy and Grace discuss Gaudete Sunday and how  we are called to rejoice this third week of Advent! Tune in to their fun discussion on Advent and choosing joy as we prepare for Christ's coming!2022-12-1147 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Waiting is an "Active Status"In Episode #65, Christy interviews co-podcaster of Saints for Slackers and founder of Little with Great Love, Lisa Martinez. Christy and Lisa discuss Advent and the waiting that comes with the season isn't passive, but active! They discuss how through our surrender and trust in the Lord, we are inviting Christ to support and carry us. Tune in to this moving conversation the is truly led by the Holy Spirit!2022-12-0459 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Advent Chit ChatIn Episode #64, Christy and Grace chit chat about Advent. They talk about how it should set apart, but that doesn't mean stressing to add something new and big. Tune in to hear what they are trying to do to be a little bit more intentional this year.2022-11-2755 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Put back on the rose colored glasses!In Episode #63 Christy and Grace discuss gratitude. The duo talks about looking at things from a place of abundance vs. lack, of the need to put back on the rose colored glasses and realize the dreams we are actually living in this moment! Tune in to hear more and be inspired to give thanks for all that we have!2022-11-2041 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Finding Fun and Leisure in the EverydayIn episode #62, Christy and Grace discuss finding the enjoyable things in the day-to-day. We are called to live abundantly, so what does that look like in our everyday life? Tune in to hear more!2022-11-1342 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Another Triduum?In Episode #61 Christy and Grace discuss the emphasis that the Church puts on remembering the dead during the month of November. Did you know that the first 3 days of November are a type of triduum? Tune in to find out more!2022-11-0649 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Let's Choose Confidence!In Episode #60, Christy and Grace go into nostalgia mode and dig deep looking into lyrics of a favorite song.  Their discussion brings up some great points about how this song is great for mindset a living with intention of how you want to show up in your life. Tune in to listen to their lively interaction!2022-10-3057 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!How Do We Use Our Time?In Episode 59, Christy and Grace have a discussion with guest Victoria Everleigh, wife, mother, and author. They talk about the different ways they choose to use their time every day, and how it is their choice what they do with their time. Tune in to hear more!2022-10-231h 04Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Resting in the Bottom of the BoatIn Episode #58, Christy and Grace discuss the story of Jesus sleeping in the bottom of the boat in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark. How can we find peace amidst the different storms in our lives? How can we rest with Christ and find joy, despite the difficulties we face? Tune in to hear the whole conversation! 2022-10-1649 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Taking Thoughts Captive to ChristIn Episode 57, Christy and Grace discuss the scripture verse Romans 12:21 where we are instructed to take all thoughts captive to Christ. They talk about what this means and how they try to apply it to their daily lives. Tune in to listen to the conversation of what these ladies think and how they attempt to apply this to their own lives.2022-10-0943 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The TranscendentalsIn this weeks episode 56, Christy and Grace discuss the transcendentals: truth, beauty, and goodness. They discuss on the different ways these have become important in their life when trying to live the extraordinary in the ordinary. Tune in to learn more!2022-10-0245 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Can Dreams be Holy?In Episode #55 Christy and Grace interview co-founder of Make for Greatness, Lorissa Horn. The three discuss dreams and how pursuing them can lead us to holiness. Tune in to hear a great conversation!2022-09-2556 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Beauty of LifeIn this episode, Christy and Grace reflect on a recent talk they heard about the importance of life. They discuss how this is relevant to them in different areas of their life, and what it means in the day to day. Tune in and let us know your thoughts!2022-09-1935 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!We are all a Work in ProgressIn Episode #53, Christy and Grace discuss the scripture verse, Phil. 1:6. They talk about the idea that God who began a good work in us will bring it to completion. Tune it to hear how about we are all a work in progress. 2022-09-1136 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Holy Spirit MomentsIn Episode #52, Christy and Grace share their Holy moments as well as listeners stories in how they experienced the Holy Spirit as they strived to live out the extraordinary in the ordinary. 2022-09-0437 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!It's a Beautiful Day for Football!This week on the podcast, Christy and Grace choose a more light-hearted topic - football! They discuss how football has been not only an enjoyable game to follow, but also a common interest that draws them closer to friends and family. Comment with different activities you've enjoyed that draw you closer to those you love! This is yet another way for us to find the extraordinary in the ordinary.2022-08-2945 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Freedom Part 2: Making DecisionsIn Episode 50, Christy and Grace continue their discussion on freedom, specifically in how to make decisions. They talk about a process to use in daily living. Tune in to hear how simple, though not always easy,  it is to live in the freedom that following the will of God provides. 2022-08-2145 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Choosing to Live in FreedomIn Episode 49, Christy and Grace discuss how guidelines and parameters of our faith lead to greater freedom.  They talk about practical ways they have implemented this into their everyday lives.  Tune in to listen and let us know how you have learned to choose freedom. 2022-08-1443 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Let's Choose Peace instead of OverwhelmIn Episode 48, Christy and Grace discuss how all circumstances in our lives are neutral and it is how we think about these circumstances that can produce peace or overwhelm. Tune in to listen to their discussion of practical tips on how to choose peace and learn on how we have the ability to choose thoughts that are peaceful, not just react to things we think are happening to us. 2022-08-0757 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Living out the Ordinary "Green" TimeIn Episode 47, Christy and Grace have a meaningful discussion on times that seem mundane and how that is a great opportunity for deep growth. Recording during the midway point of the liturgical season of Ordinary Time, they relate it to their lives and how living out ordinary time intentionally brings about extraordinary results. 2022-07-2529 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!St. Louis and Zelie Martin, pray for us!In Episode 46, Christy and Grace dive into conversation about one of their favorite Saint families, the Martin's! Tune in to hear them discuss Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin and what they mean to them!2022-07-1742 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!What to do with Paradoxes?In Episode 45 Christy and Grace delve into talking about paradoxes within the Faith. They try to tackle questions and misconceptions on how to approach things that don't immediately make sense to our human minds. Sit down and have a listen and make sure to share and comment your thoughts on this interesting topic!2022-07-1037 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Making Routines ExtraordinaryIn Episode #44, Christy and Grace take a suggested topic from one of their listeners on the subject of routines. They dive into their daily and seasonal routines and how they differ during different times of the year and different states of life. Tune in to fine out more.2022-07-0547 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!How to make Routines ExtraordinaryIn Episode #44, Christy and Grace take a suggested topic from one of their listeners on the subject of routines. They dive into their daily and seasonal routines and how they differ during different times of the year and different states of life. Tune in to fine out more. 2022-07-0428 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!We're back and we're celebrating!!We are back for Season 3 and we are celebrating! In this Episode, Christy and Grace diverge from their normal publishing day to post on their year anniversary! Tune in for a fun episode of looking back and looking forward. 2022-06-2728 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Wrapping it up in Krakow!!In our last episode of Season 2, Christy and Grace wrap it up this season with special guest and producer, Paul! They discuss how this season has affected their lives while reflecting on what it means to work with the Fruits of the Holy Spirit active in your life. Listen now and join in the fun!2022-05-2236 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Embracing the Life You've Been GivenIn Episode 41, Christy and Grace have a meaningful and life-giving conversation with guest, Mary Lenaburg. Mary shares about the trials Christ has helped her overcome, from the death of her daughter to sharing her experiences with others in this new chapter of her life. We hope you will be as inspired as we were by this very uplifting episode!2022-05-1552 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The final fruit: Chastity!In this weeks episode, Christy and Grace wrap up their series on the Fruits of the Spirit, discussing Fruit #12, Chastity. They converse on the complexity of chastity and how it can be applied outside of just romantic relationships. Tune in to hear what they have to say!2022-05-0834 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!More to ModestyIn continuing with their series on the Fruits of the Spirit, Christy and Grace discuss the fruit of modesty. The dive deep into the topic that can easily be confused or only related with dress. Listen to find out more and join in the discussion by leaving a comment here or on social media! 2022-05-0134 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Longsuffering, what does that mean?In this episode, Christy and Grace continue in their series on the Fruits of the Spirit. Their discussion of this lesser known fruit leads to discovery of how to live it out more fully in their lives. Tune in to learn more!2022-04-2533 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Long suffering, what does that mean?In this episode, Christy and Grace continue in their series on the Fruits of the Spirit. Their discussion of this lesser known fruit leads to discovery of how to live it out more fully in their lives. Tune in to learn more!2022-04-2433 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Paschal Mystery in Harry PotterIn this week's episode, to celebrate the beginning of the Easter season, Christy and Grace talk about some correlations to the Passion and Resurrection of Christ in The Harry Potter Series. Tune in to hear Grace nerd out about about something she loves and how she enjoy's digging deep into every day things and finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. This is a great one!2022-04-171h 02Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!For Such a Time as ThisIn this episode, Christy and Grace step back from their series once again to interview their guest, Sophia. Sophia discuss with them how she is trying to embrace the time and place Christ has put her in. She desires to be open to His will unfolding in her life and encourages us to do the same!2022-04-1043 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!How to practice Self ControlIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue their series on the Fruits of the Spirit, focusing on self control. Like other fruits they have discussed, the ladies talk about how the practice of self control comes down to choice. To practice it, we need to be intentional. Tune in to see how their discussion of living out the extraordinary in the ordinary with self control can relate to your life. 2022-04-0339 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Practicing GentlenessContinuing on in their series on the fruits of the spirit, Christy and Grace discuss gentleness and how they try to live it out in their daily lives, as well as how they’ve been inspired by other’s lives when they are full of gentleness. Tune in and let is know your thoughts!2022-03-2727 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!A Deep Dive into FaithfulnessIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue their series on the gifts of the spirit, this week discussing faithfulness. They talk about how they’ve experienced faith as a choice, and how that one choice guides all actions. Listen in to learn more!2022-03-2044 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Intentional FriendshipThis week Christy and Grace once again take a step back from their series to interview their guest, Annie. Annie discusses with them the importance of intentional friendship and how it can sustain you through the different seasons of life.2022-03-1348 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Goodness of GodIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue on their series on Fruits of the Spirit. They discuss Goodness, how goodness comes from God and how we can choose to seek and and find the good in things. In their conversation the ladies realize that it can be a challenge to discover and find the good unless we are intentionally looking for it. Listen and weigh in on their conversation!2022-03-0624 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Be Kind, in more than just being niceIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue in their series on Fruits of the Spirit. Their discussion explores the deeper meaning of kindness beyond what society definition of kindness is. Listen in and share your thoughts!2022-02-2728 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Have PatienceIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue their series on the Fruits of the Spirit. Their discussion focuses on how patience usually boils down to a choice and a decision that can lead to growth in becoming a patient person. It is in the choosing of patience that we can live out the extraordinary in the ordinary. 2022-02-2051 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Rooted in PrayerIn this episode, Grace and Christy step away from their series to interview their guest, Gracie. The three of them discuss the importance of being rooted in prayer amidst the ongoing transitions of life. Even in the ordinary, prayer brings us to the extraordinary.2022-02-1350 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Peace of ChristIn this episode, Christy and Grace continue their series on the Fruits of the Spirit, focusing on peace. They discuss how you can choose peace as well as the times in their lives when they have experienced the peace that surpasses all understanding. Listen in and let us know how you try to cultivate peace in your ordinary life to live out the extraordinary.2022-02-0632 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Called to Joy!In Episode 2, Christy and Grace continue their series on the Fruits of the Spirit, focusing on Joy. They discuss how surrender leads to freedom which leads to joy. Listen to hear how you can bring the extraordinary fruit of Joy into your ordinary life. 2022-01-3034 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Greatest of these is LoveIn this first episode of season 2, episode 1, Christy and Grace begin a series on the Fruits of the Spirit. In this episode, they discuss Love, which ties all of the other fruits together. Listen to how they talk about many different types of love and how they try to incorporate love in their live to live out the extraordinary in the ordinary.2022-01-2345 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!And that's a Wrap!!In Episode 24, Christy and Grace reflect back over their first season as a Mother/Daughter podcast duo and look forward in anticipation of planning their next series as they continue to explore living out the extraordinary within our ordinary lives.2021-12-1918 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Let’s Talk About Mom!In Episode 23, Christy and Grace have a conversation about Mary and their personal relationship with her. They emphasize how they have learned to her as she has experienced all parts of life, just like us!2021-12-061h 05Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Happy New Year!In Episode 22, Christy and Grace discuss how Advent is the beginning of the liturgical new year. Tune in to hear their discussions on their favorite Advent traditions and more!2021-11-2851 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Resting WellIn episode 21, Christy and Grace jump off their last episode on Celebrating Well and now talk about Resting Well. Why is rest important? How does it go hand-in-hand with celebration? As we head into Thanksgiving week, we hope this episode can help you reflect on how you can best soak in the season.2021-11-2151 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Celebrating WellIn Episode 20, Christy and Grace open the discussion on how we tend to prepare to celebrate but then don't always celebrate well. They pose the question, "Why is that?" and ask you listeners to join the conversation with your own insight and experience. 2021-11-0749 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Our love of music and whyPoetry, worship, hobbies, recreation and more! That is what Christy and Grace think of and enjoy about music. How about you? In Episode 19, the gals discuss their enjoyment of music, how it has been integrated in their lives, passed on, etc. and how they can see something as normal and ordinary as music, extraordinary. 2021-10-3143 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Money ManiaIn Episode 18, Christy and Grace chat about the what they have learned about money,  being good stewards of money, even when there isn't much, and the freedom that comes through budgeting. They talk about how they have found a nerdy part of them through taking an ordinary thing of money management and making it extraordinary through responsibility and trust in the Lord.2021-10-2440 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!How to Suffering WellSuffering is something we usually don't want to think about, let alone think about doing well. In Episode 17, Christy and Grace talk about how if we learn to suffer well, it can lead to holiness, help us to live out the extraordinary in the ordinary and deepen our trust in God.2021-10-1741 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Love LanguagesIn this episode, Christy and Grace talk about the five different love languages from Gary Chapman's book, "The Five Love Languages".  Tune in to hear how knowing yours and others' love languages can help to guide each of us in serving others to the best of our ability. 2021-10-1043 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Who's in Your Saint Squad?In Episode #15, Christy and Grace explain the devotion to the saints, some of their favorites, what makes them people they love and want to imitate, as well as how the saints are such great examples of faith and trust in the Lord. 2021-10-0351 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Reflections on Friendship and CommunityIn Episode 14, Christy and Grace discuss friendship and the benefits of building a community to support, encourage and call on in pursuit of goals in our every day lives.2021-09-2648 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!The Beauty of Social MediaIn Episode 13, Christy and Grace discuss how there can be benefits of social media. Too often we are quick to blame social media for imbalance in our lives before trying to take control of our feeds and find positive influences. Tune in to hear how Christy and Grace have chosen to have social media serve them instead of falling into the temptation of comparison and just scrolling.2021-09-1948 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Finding Joy in Your SeasonIn Episode 12, Christy and Grace discuss finding joy in the state of life you are in. Sometimes we may think life will be better when, but God has a call for us where we are at, for such a time as this season we are in. So let us embrace our lives, learn to love it, and find the extraordinary in our ordinary, whatever that may be.2021-09-1250 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Movie, Shows and MoreIn Episode 11, Christy and Grace discuss movies, entertainment, shows and the art that we enjoy as well as the good we can fine in them.2021-09-0546 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Timeliness: Choosing to Be IntentionalIt's Back to School! A time of schedules colliding and a chance for new habits to form. In Episode #10, Christy and Grace discuss "mono-tasking", a phrase coined by the podcast, Catholic Stuff You Should Know, as well as choosing to be present and intentional as we navigate the changes taking place in our lives this fall. 2021-08-2955 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Discussion Between GenerationsIn Episode 9, Christy and Grace discuss how when we are humble we can see the good we have to offer others as well as the good they can offer us. Discussions can be tricky but there is wisdom to gain!2021-08-2242 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Dressing well does not equal vanityThis week in episode 8, Grace leads the discussion with Christy about how we are worthy of wearing what makes us feel beautiful and confident. They address how dressing well is not vanity but how it represents who we are in Christ and what we want to impress upon others.2021-08-1541 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Self Care doesn't have to be cheesy!Christy and Grace discuss the need for self care and positive mental health and how that connects to overall wellbeing. 2021-08-0844 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Making exercise great again!Christy and Grace talk about their experiences with exercise, what they have done, what they have liked and disliked. Listen to the process they have gone through to make it more than just a work out.2021-08-011h 01Thanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Freedom through MindfulnessIn this episode, Christy and Grace discuss mindfulness. It has been a game changer in their lives in learning how to choose thoughts that dictate their actions and results. Join them in exploring avenues to bring more grace and peace into your lives. Keep living out the extraordinary  in the ordinary!2021-07-2552 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Why even read?Do you enjoy reading? Are you only a fiction or non-fiction reader? Have you gotten into any spiritual reading? Have you tried to combine both?  In this episode, Christy and Grace discuss why they enjoy reading, books they have read and recommend, and how reading is yet another way to find the extraordinary in the ordinary. Bring a pen and paper to write down ideas! We hope you listen and enjoy!2021-07-2044 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Time for Travel Tips!We are all called in Scripture to rest and rejuvenate, and travel is a great way to achieve this! Listen to this episode to hear some of our tips on how to make your ordinary travel extraordinary.2021-07-1132 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Prayer in the everydayDiscussion about real life prayer. Many different types for different seasons and states of life. Talk about how prayer doesn't have to be a big formal event but a relationship and conversation with Someone we want to get to know more fully.2021-07-0539 minThanks Mom!Thanks Mom!Teaser Episode!Catholic mother-daughter duo sit down just to chit chat about life, TV, saints, and everything in between. Light-hearted banter and just thinking out loud!2021-06-2824 min