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Hello Good Neighbor30 | The stuff Emoji's are made ofHello Good Neighbor, I was pondering a word the other day, one that everyone I know understands how and when to use it. You'll find it in books, movies, journalism, and TV shows; and even at times, it seems our beloved domesticated animals know when to use it. It's a shorter episode today, with a short word of encouragement, as I type this even the Grammarly app is giving pause to my word choices. Have you figured out the word? What could it possibly be...? Enjoy the episode and if you w...
2023-08-2107 minHello Good Neighbor29 | Interview with Mom & DadHello Good Neighbor, In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing my parents, Les and Ann Slabaugh. They were visiting recently and it has been a desire of mine to hear their views regarding our "neighbors" and they were agreeable to do so. From my upbringing in Sarasota, FL, to their own in Indiana and Michigan, we discuss how our lives are to impact others and how along the way, we ourselves have been impacted by the goodness of friends, family, and neighbors all around us. I enjoyed this conversation and hope...
2023-07-1642 min
Goodnight Good Neighbor010 | Colors of CreativityHello Good Neighbor, This short story is a follow-up to Episode 008 which I recommend you listen to prior to this one. If not, that's ok too. We are going to create something together. Well actually, as individuals, either on paper, in the air, or in our minds. We are going to slow the chorus of the day, cast off feelings of the day for a few minutes, and simply create an image, using our imagination, and perhaps, a box of crayons. If you enjoy the content provided here on our podcast...
2023-02-0112 minHello Good Neighbor28 | A Bright SpotHello Good Neighbor, I sat down and simply thought to myself, have you ever experienced... And so this episode was born and now entered the world. I hope you are encouraged by its message and that you will either experience a bright spot or be one for somebody today. We appreciate your messages and financial support, allowing us to continue providing content that you and others enjoy. If you'd like to support us, head over to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goodneighbor There you will find an opportunity to s...
2023-01-3009 minGoodnight Good Neighbor009 | Luke's Account of Jesus' Birth in BethlehemWelcome to this episode of the Goodnight Good Neighbor podcast. I'm your host, Tony Slabaugh. We hope you will follow, subscribe, share and download this and other episodes to hear more of the stories we publish. Tonight's recording is the first in our Scripture Reading Series. At the time of this recording, many around the world are preparing for the celebration of the Holiday known as Christmas. With the hustle and bustle of the season, I hope you are able to slow down the thoughts of the day and reflect upon the events...
2022-12-2508 minHello Good Neighbor27 | Update and Unknown Embarrassing MomentsHello Good Neighbor, In this episode, I give a brief update on the goings-on in my world and share a story from a recent event, which could have been slightly embarrassing or simply amusing. Announcing a new addition to our podcast neighborhood: "Goodnight Good Neighbor", Trailer Episode 1 https://sites.libsyn.com/442320/001-the-official-trailer The Goodnight Good Neighbor Podcast will feature stories, scripture readings, affirmations, and thoughts of imagination, all the while, helping listeners to wind down, slow the chorus of the day, and listen to simple stories that are shared...
2022-12-2420 minGoodnight Good Neighbor008 | Can You Draw?Hello Good Neighbor, This episode of Goodnight Good Neighbor shares a story from my past, one that brings up a part of our lives that we may have left behind or even kept quiet on. Something as simple as a crayon can spur creativity in us. We may have forgotten how to draw. We may have been told that we were not great at drawing. But today is a new day, and a simple box of crayons may be exactly what you need to begin drawing once again. (or tomorrow of course, if you are...
2022-12-0212 minGoodnight Good Neighbor007 | Give ThanksHello Good Neighbor, Tonight's episode of the Hello Good Neighbor podcast is a reflection on what it means to "Give Thanks". It's not a long episode and shares some memories that I have from growing up. There is a moment where I pose a question to you the listener, and give you what I think of as a "Marathon Minute", about 26.2 seconds, give or take some tenths. It may seem like a long moment of silence, and that is exactly what it is, a moment for you to reflect. I hope you enjoy...
2022-11-2406 minGoodnight Good Neighbor006 | The, Lavender LettersHello Good Neighbor, Thank you for joining us for episode 6 of the Goodnight Good Neighbor Podcast. Tonight we begin a storyline regarding Lavender Letters. I look forward to exploring this tale more and already feel attached to the main character. She came to me the other night in thought, an inspiration that I had not expected. And so her story begins and I hope you enjoy the journey. Our goal with the Goodnight Good Neighbor podcast is to help you wind down. You may have the desire to listen in the evenings or...
2022-11-1707 minGoodnight Good Neighbor005 | Dance by the light of the MoonHello Good Neighbor, Our 5th episode for the Goodnight Good Neighbor podcast reflects upon Earth's only satellite, the Moon. This short story describes the moon and allows you to consider its place in our lives. Its light is a reflection of the Sun, allowing us to see its distant landscape and much more during the part of the day we refer to as night. It was created as the lesser of two lights which govern what we refer to as a day, a 24-hour period. Its phases and effects on our planet inspire...
2022-11-1007 minGoodnight Good Neighbor004 | How many sleeps? (and the counting of Sheep)Hello Good Neighbor, We continue our journey with a story about a child's view of how much time would elapse before his daddy would return home. "Sleeps" was the counting method his parents decided on, which reminded me also of counting sheep. I hope you enjoy this short little tale and will share this episode and others with those who you believe could benefit from a simple and relaxing story in order to slow down the thoughts of the day, and hopefully, drift off to sleep. We appreciate all of the f...
2022-11-0306 min
Goodnight Good Neighbor003 | And Off We Go...Hello Good Neighbor, Thank you for checking out our 3rd Episode of the Goodnight Good Neighbor Podcast. We are continuing our journey of flight in that in this episode our story brings us to the point of take-off, and explores some other types of flight we find in the world around us. A story of meaning, of flight, and fancy. A story I hope you will find restful and good for your soul. If you do find this content of value, please share this and other episodes with those you know. We appreciate...
2022-10-2611 min
Goodnight Good Neighbor002 | Preparing for FlightHello Good Neighbor, This is episode 002 of our new podcast and we are preparing our passengers for the journey ahead. Today's story (and in the future) is presented as entertainment and edification for your soul and is not a substitute for medical or specialized care needs you may require regarding your quality of sleep. If at any time, you believe you are in need of assistance with your sleep, please seek out a professional opinion. I'm your host Tony Slabaugh and I'd like to welcome you to the neighborhood. We are getting started...
2022-10-1704 min
Goodnight Good Neighbor001 | The Official TrailerHello Good Neighbor, We are delighted to present the trailer for our new podcast, "Goodnight Good Neighbor"! We'll explore the time of day when we are winding down and how a simple podcast such as this may be of benefit to you. The content created for Goodnight Good Neighbor will include stories for adults, and children of all ages, scripture readings, devotions, and more. As our library grows, we will look to organize playlists on our website so that you the listener may listen within a category that suits your particular needs or...
2022-10-0901 minHello Good Neighbor26 | Hope of Things to ComeHello Good Neighbor, I'm still hearing and reading about how others define the concept of Hope. So much so, that I wanted to continue exploring the topic in this episode, following up on episode 25, The Strategy of Hope. I believe that Hope is very powerful. I believe that it elicits us to action with anticipation of fulfillment. It is based on something real, something tangible, and obtainable. Join me on this episode and consider the Hopes you have, and how they may be achieved. Tony Slabaugh
2022-09-0206 minHello Good Neighbor25 | The Strategy of HopeHello Good Neighbor, I once had an individual end a conversation and take a few steps away, then turn around and state that he did not like the word, "Hope". Within the context of the conversation, he really was pressing for an answer, one that I could not give for that department. I was not the right person and more information was needed. We had a plan though. We would follow up and attempt to assist him with his problem, one I hoped (and expected) we could address. How do you respond to the word...
2022-08-1505 minHello Good Neighbor24 | Look around a bitHello Good Neighbor, Last week I mentioned a recent vacation of ours and as with any vacation, we often take pictures to preserve a moment in time. We make memories both on and off of the trails of life, so in this episode, I share a few recent moments that were captured in my mind and maybe on film. If this is your first listen, thank you for visiting our neighborhood. Here we explore life through the lens of a scripture verse that simply says "you shall love your neighbor as yourself". This w...
2022-07-1408 min
Ordinary Sherpa: Family Adventure Coaching and Design083 | Eating the Landscape with Tony Slabaugh As I’ve mentioned in the past adventure looks different for everyone and using the simple definition of a new or different slightly risky experience still drives home this theme week after week. On this episode we’ll be talking about edible landscapes, or in some terms foraging. For some reason when I think of this concept I am reminded of two things. One being my brown thumb capabilities. Gardening has long been a desire but I realize that it takes daily or at least weekly attention to pull the weeds and where we live protect the plants and food f...
2022-07-1345 minHello Good Neighbor23 | Life on the FarmHello Good Neighbor, It has been a very busy time of year for us. We are active here at our small farm and recently returned from a much-anticipated family vacation. As I continue to move through this world, I find that the concepts explored here on Hello Good Neighbor also need to incorporate more of what we as a household do. It's how we live, our worldview that defines us, and with that, I wanted to share a snapshot of life here and how we are continuing to grow our farm in order to serve...
2022-07-1209 minHello Good Neighbor22 | conTEXTHello Good Neighbor, Over the years I've had exchanges in the text world that have been short and sweet, long and foreboding, and sometimes simply messed up. We all have fallen prey to the speed at which we can use this medium of communication, in the realm of incorrect punctuation, autocorrect, and even losing context for what we are attempting to say. It's hard enough when we have face-to-face conversations where we are misunderstood or flubber in our words but when we text, oh my goodness the floodgates are open to interpretation. ...
2022-04-0414 minHello Good Neighbor21 | Sight for Sore EyesHello Good Neighbor, Have you ever heard the phrase regarding not seeing the forest for the trees? Sometimes we are so close to a situation, thought process, task, etc. that we simply are not able to see what is right there in front of us. We need clarity, and when we receive it, the result can be a sight for sore eyes. This episode explores this concept and provides several options for how to get unstuck, to receive clarity, so that we are able to move forward for ourselves and in service to others.
2022-03-1108 minHello Good Neighbor20 | Sing a SongHello Good Neighbor, Continuing on the topic of the way we communicate (last week described self-talk as a Soliloquy of One), today's episode is a short conversation about song. Songs of life, songs of praise and encouragement, or even for fun. History has shown us that music is a part of our experience here on earth and we have the opportunity to communicate to our Creator, each other, and even ourselves. The episode is short and is here to maybe put a thought in your head and heart today which encourages you to sing the s...
2022-01-2804 minHello Good Neighbor19 | Soliloquy for OneHello Good Neighbor, We all talk to ourselves at times, whether for motivation or to work out details in life. There are some that do this on a regular basis. This self-talk is a part of their everyday lives and is a means of expressing what they are thinking and achieving a solution to what they may working through. Most of us have counted out loud, sung in the shower or car, and expressed ourselves in a manner that I could describe as a "Soliloquy for One". Our ability to communicate to ourselves...
2022-01-2305 minHello Good Neighbor18 | One Year of Hello Good NeighborHello Good Neighbor, Last year on this day, January 5th, 2021, I launched the trailer for Hello Good Neighbor. Episode 1 came shortly thereafter and here we are today. I appreciate all of the feedback we have received and the reviews and ratings over at the I Tunes/Apple Podcast platform. I know that many of you listen on other podcast players of your choice, and encourage you to provide your specific feedback to me directly at: mystory@hellogoodneighbor.com This last year has brought many changes into my life and I am t...
2022-01-0611 minHello Good Neighbor017 | The Path Before YouHello Good Neighbor, This episode was recorded on 10/31/2021 and I've completed it for upload on 11/09/2021. Over the last week, it has been interesting to hear others talking about "vision casting". It's amazing that there are points in time and in life where humanity seems to align for a conversation that is greatly needed. For my part, or that which I believe was given to me to speak on, I am grateful for the experiences that I have had over my career and even growing up. I am able to look back on events where visions were cast...
2021-11-1011 min
Hello Good Neighbor016 | A Matter of PerspectiveHello Good Neighbor, Have you ever said, "I wish I was _______ years old again"? In today's episode, I share a story from a gentleman I had the pleasure of working for, who shared his thoughts on this age-old question. It's a matter of perspective that we all consider at some point along our earthly journey. Life continues to move us forward and our view on how things are going and how we feel will change. There will be obstacles along the way. There are gates and fences we have to navigate. Some may be locked w...
2021-10-3105 min
Hello Good Neighbor015 | Friends of Fort Liberte with Dennis and Suzie LeggHello Good Neighbor, I would like to introduce you to Dennis and Suzie Legg. They are friends of ours, and "Friends of Fort Liberte". They are involved with this mission project down in Haiti, facilitated through the Jerusalem Baptist Church in Fort Liberte. They are here to share stories from this effort which goes back to 1973, became an official 501 (c) (3) in 1993, and has since grown to serve both young and old through ministry helps, building efforts, provision of shelter, a farm system and more. Listen as they describe how they have left a p...
2021-08-291h 00
Hello Good Neighbor14 | Listening for the RainHello Good Neighbor, This morning I was outside working on an outdoor pizza oven and was very aware of the pending rain showers that were to start in the afternoon. Watching the radar and seeing the pattern of bands coming our way, I knew a pop-up storm could occur at any time. So what do you do? You listen for the rain, the evidence of what is on the horizon. The thunder and lightning, indicators of storms on the horizon. In laying the stonework for the oven, sometimes you need to...
2021-07-1816 min
Hello Good Neighbor13 | The Good SamaritanWith a mission of doing unto others as we would have done unto ourselves, the Biblical parable of the Good Samaritan is within keeping of our desire for "all things neighborly". I've actually wanted to share this story for some time and recorded the episode almost three weeks prior to publishing it to the podcast. I felt as though it needed a little more depth, so I put pen to paper and shared a little more about this parable that spoke to me and speaks to the nature of the true Good Neighbor. God our Creator, has...
2021-07-0619 min
Hello Good Neighbor12 | the Last, First thingHello Good Neighbor, Today's Episode is born out of a question I read about a month ago: What is "the Last, First thing" that you did? Meaning, when did you last have a first-of-its-kind experience? Hmm... Makes you stop and think a bit. It took me a while but I finally figured out what mine was, so I figured that I'd share it here with the Neighborhood. Heidi Dusek, the host of the "Ordinary Sherpa" podcast, posed this question on one of her episodes a while back, crediting Seth Godin for...
2021-06-0226 minHello Good Neighbor11 | Hospice Explained with Marie BetcherThis is our second interview-style episode (outside of my family) and it carries some weight about it. Today we are exploring the realm of end-of-life care. I've had the pleasure of knowing our guest, Marie Betcher, since last summer. She is a registered RN in the Pacific Northwest and has spent a carrier in the nursing field. With personal changes in her own family's life, and a deep desire to serve patients beyond the normal confines of hospital care, Marie embarked upon a journey into the realm of Hospice, which is a specific segment of...
2021-05-0341 min
Hello Good Neighbor10 | 100 Days, All Things NeighborlyThe title says it all. We have officially hit the 10th episode (not including the original trailer) and are at the 100-day mark! Our first hundred days. I hope you will enjoy this little recap of our mission, some behind the scenes regarding the origin and some of the other aspects of the Hello Good Neighbor platform you may not be aware of and are on the horizon. If you have a story to share, I'd be happy to talk to you regarding something you might want to say and just need a little encouragement...
2021-04-1618 min
Hello Good Neighbor009 | Mind the GateMind the Gate is a term my wife and I came upon several years ago and today I bring some commonality between what the sign indicates and the gates and fences in our lives. They are there for good reason and stand as reminders of how powerful our words and actions are, and that something of significance may lie beyond if we would only be so kind as to mind the gate... If you have a specific story of a time when you were asked to "mind the gate", let us know by sending an email to...
2021-04-1510 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 8 | Autism Acceptance and #Netfriending with April RogaHello Good Neighbor, In Episode 8, I have the pleasure to introduce you to April Roga. April is a former Broadcaster (88.5 WKPX) and a self-described People Connector. She's passionate about empowering special needs parents while helping them discover the inner beauty and strength within their kids. She can be found on FaceBook at: https://www.facebook.com/AprilRoga ... where a simple DM will get you on the path to connecting, or over on the "Clubhouse" App (for IOS) where she and her husband Roy, host two clubs: >Autism and Beyond - #Netfriending Way
2021-03-2144 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 7 | A Gentleman I'll BeHello Good Neighbor, In this episode, I discuss a few of the thoughts I had after reading an article by one who felt as though their life was full of do's and do not's, all seemingly from a gender perspective. While I understand the words they wrote and have seen some of the ramifications of such a dilemma, I could not comprehend summing up one's life and outlook in such a fashion as they espoused and exhorted others to believe. The mantle, the burden, the perspective they carried were in fact foreign to me. So I decided t...
2021-03-1511 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 6 | The Best Day to Plant a TreeWelcome to Hello Good Neighbor, where we explore "all things neighborly". There's a well-known phrase regarding the planting of trees, actual trees. It is also often referenced when someone makes a change in life that takes them from being stuck or held back and signifies that they are moving forward. They are choosing to make a difference both in their lives and maybe even the lives of others. For additional conversations about relationships and how to be a good neighbor, join us on FaceBook at the Hello Good Neighbor community group. If today's t...
2021-03-0111 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 5: You are LovedHello Good Neighbor, Today we are blessed with our first guest, my beautiful bride, Aine. This episode was recorded on Valentine's Day, 2021, and we want to communicate to you a message that you are loved. You are unique and special and the fact that you are listening to or reading this right now means so much. The thought of you sharing your time with us is not taken lightly. Take action today and let someone know how much you love them. Share a smile, they are universally accepted. Let your eyes shine into...
2021-02-1406 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 4: The Optional CommuteIn this episode of Hello Good Neighbor, we will explore the concept of the commute. Years ago I heard of how Sara Blakely, Founder and CEO of SPANX would purposely add some travel time to her morning commute to prepare for the day ahead. This got me thinking about how we manage our time throughout our commutes, our days. How do we prepare for the day ahead, for leaving the day behind, or for the next person we meet? There is so much more to this topic, and I won't fit it all into this one episode. ...
2021-02-1322 min
LOST IN THE LABELS67. #baconloverI’ve noticed that men really connect to the Tear Out the Tags message and I’ve been getting some amazing feedback recently. Not only are the men in my audience starting to attach a word to their tags, but they also have the most creative and insightful ways of looking at them. Tony Slabaugh wears the tag “home”, when he returns from time on the road to his beautiful bride. Shawn Washburn wears the tag “caffeinated”, “bacon-lover” and “creative” as he exchanges emails with me about developing a content calendar. And my friend, who wishes to...
2021-02-0106 min
My Self Worth is a Size ZERO67. #baconloverI’ve noticed that men really connect to the Tear Out the Tags message and I’ve been getting some amazing feedback recently. Not only are the men in my audience starting to attach a word to their tags, but they also have the most creative and insightful ways of looking at them. Tony Slabaugh wears the tag “home”, when he returns from time on the road to his beautiful bride. Shawn Washburn wears the tag “caffeinated”, “bacon-lover” and “creative” as he exchanges emails with me about developing a content calendar. And my friend, who wishes to...
2021-02-0106 min
Tear Out The Tags, The Podcast67. #baconloverI’ve noticed that men really connect to the Tear Out the Tags message and I’ve been getting some amazing feedback recently. Not only are the men in my audience starting to attach a word to their tags, but they also have the most creative and insightful ways of looking at them. Tony Slabaugh wears the tag “home”, when he returns from time on the road to his beautiful bride. Shawn Washburn wears the tag “caffeinated”, “bacon-lover” and “creative” as he exchanges emails with me about developing a content calendar. And my friend, who wishes to...
2021-02-0106 min
Hello Good NeighborEpisode 3: Purpose of ServiceWelcome to the Hello Good Neighbor Podcast. Episode 1 and 2 will prepare you for today's conversation, which I must say, carries a bit more depth of conversation surrounding my worldview which includes my belief in God, and our relationship to the creator of our souls. As we explore many of life's topics, my hope is to find the commonality in our experience. I believe the greatest commonality is also the reason for our existence, and how we view our place and purpose while here on this earth. I'm not covering every thought or aspect of purpose today, and...
2021-02-0120 min
Hello Good NeighborFuel up & WaterfallsEpisode 2 includes two short stories that reflect on how we relate to others when we perceive that we have a commonality such as a locale, if not language. Verbal and non-verbal queues are also referenced in this episode. All the world can smile; it's universal, and this simple unspoken gesture goes a long way towards relationship building and goodwill.
2021-01-1806 min
Hello Good NeighborHello Good Neighbor - the origin of a podcastThis is episode 001 for Hello Good Neighbor and describes the origin of the podcast and where our journey will take us. Visit our community group over at FaceBook, look up "Hello Good Neighbor". Enjoy!
2021-01-0609 min
Reclaiming Christianity37: Encouraging DialogueBridging the differences. John and the panel discuss the importance of dialogue between those who left religion and those who stayed. The conversation is shaped by the book “Why I Left, Why I Stayed” by humanist Bart Campolo and his father, evangelist Tony Campolo. Panelists: Wayne Holmes, Cathie SlabaughReclaiming Christianity is a book review podcast about God, faith and life. Each episode is centered around a book that John loves, and contains a reading of a section, a review and running commentary. John understands that Christianity is a mess, both corporately and personally, but believes it i...
2018-05-171h 15
Reclaiming Christianity37: Encouraging DialogueBridging the differences. John and the panel discuss the importance of dialogue between those who left religion and those who stayed. The conversation is shaped by the book “Why I Left, Why I Stayed” by humanist Bart Campolo and his father, evangelist Tony Campolo. Panelists: Wayne Holmes, Cathie SlabaughReclaiming Christianity is a book review podcast about God, faith and life. Each episode is centered around a book that John loves, and contains a reading of a section, a review and running commentary. John understands that Christianity is a mess, both corporately and personally, but believes it i...
2018-05-171h 15