Nikka joins us today to talk about the full, busy life she and her husband and daughter left behind in Texas to fulfill a more peaceful, slower life in Arkansas. She talks about learning how to move WITH life instead of AGAINST life, especially when it doesn't quite look like you thought it would.

Find Nikka on Instagram @nikkahorschig and follow along with her life on her blog at www.happilyhashtagblessed.com.

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Today on the podcast we have the dearest Shelby Erickson who walks us through her raw and emotional journey of suffering through two miscarriages. Find more information at ericksoneclectic.blogspot.com or on Instagram @shelbs1914.

Yellow Jasmine Rice // budgetbytes.com

Chex Mix // recipes found everywhere!

Maple Butter Sweet Potato Mash // doyouevenpaleo.net

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles // paleorunningmomma.com

Gram’s Peanut Butter Pie:

1/3 c peanut butter

3/4 c sifted confectioners sugar

1 baked 9” pie shell

1/3 c flour

1/2 c sugar

1/8 tsp salt

2 c milk, scalded

3 egg yolks, beaten slightly

2 tbsp butter

1/2 tsp vanilla

3 egg whites

1/4 tsp cream of tartar

1/2 c sugar

1 tsp cornstarch

Blend PB & confec. sugar until mealy. Sprinkle 2/3 mixture in baked pie shell. Combine flour, 1/2 c sugar and salt in top of double broiler. Stir in scalded milk and stir over boiling water for several more minutes. Stir small amount of milk mixture into egg yolks. Combine with remaining milk mixture, cook a few more minutes. Add butter and vanilla. Pour into pie shell. Beat egg whites until stiff. Add cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar mixed with cornstarch into egg whites. Beat until stiff and shiny. Pile on pie and sprinkle with remaining peanut butter mixture. Bake until lightly browned.

Jenny shares with us today the process of following her dream of becoming a country music singer and how sha handled it when all of a sudden that dream changed... find her on social media @jennyparsons03!

Today we have my dear friend Amanda, sharing her journey from Arkansas, to Oklahoma, to Seattle, and what she has learned along the way. Find her on social media @worthyflame or @fatfacefeelings! You can also check out their website at www.fatfacefeelings.com.

Tracy is a former New Yorker turned Arkansan and shares with us today the journey of following her heart for the youth and making sure they know how truly loved they are. Find her on Instagram @tdonitzen!

"She Let Go," Rev. Safire Rose

Dirty Chai\\Recipes Found Everywhere!

Banana Pudding\\Joanna Gaines Cookbook

Coffee and Cream Cookies\\www.bakeyourday.net

French Dip Sandwiches\\www.dinnerthendessert.com

Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos\\www.evolvingtable.com

Creamy White Chicken Chili\\Holly Jarchow, recipe as follows:

Cook time: 40 Minutes, Serves 7

-1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)

-1 med. onion, chopped

-1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

-1 tablespoon Canola Oil

-2 cans, 15.5 oz each, Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed

-1 can, 14.5 oz, chicken broth

-2 cans, 4 oz each, chopped green chilis

-1 teaspoon salt

-1 teaspoon ground cumin

-1 tablespoon dried oregano

-1/2 teaspoon pepper

-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

-1 cup sour cream

-1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

In large saucepan, saute chicken, onion, & garlic powder until chicken is cooked through. Add beans, broth, chilis, & seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 30 min. Remove & stir in creams.

Conner Cherland joins us today to talk about his new album, "The Choices of John Still," releasing 9/7!! Conner shares his passion behind the music and his desire to grow stronger hearts. Find everything you need at ConnerCherland.com!

Hannah is an SLP turned professional photographer and she shares her experiences of starting her own business, navigating post partum depression, and managing life with two young baby girls! Find her on social media @thefreckledkey or at www.thefreckledkeyphotography.com!

Today I share some of my recent recipe faves and a few other things I'm loving!

DESSERT:

thedomesticrebel.com \\ Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

togetherasfamily.com \\ S'Mores Cookie Cups

BREAKFAST:

No official recipe!

LUNCH & DINNER:

Joanna Gaines's Cookbook \\ Nachos

barefeetinthekitchen.com \\ Asian Steak Bites

tastesoflizzyt.com \\ Garlic Mustard Chicken

gimmesomeoven.com \\ Crispy Chicken Carnitas

WHAT I'M LOVING:

@annebogel's podcast: What Should I Read Next?

The Family Feud TV show!