Between Me and You

In this episode two lifelong college friends reunite decades later—this time as moms watching their own kids pack up, move out, and step into the world. This episode is a heartfelt, honest conversation about navigating the “lasts” no one prepares you for: the final high-school game, the final family dinner before move-in day, the last night your child sleeps under your roof as a kid. With humor, vulnerability, and the kind of shorthand only old friends share, they explore the strange new quiet of their homes, the shifting rhythms of family life, and the bittersweet pride of seeing your child become who they’re meant to be. Along the way, they revisit their own college memories, reflect on how parenthood has changed them, and tackle the messy mix of sadness, joy, nostalgia, and hope that comes with this next chapter.

Real stories. Real feelings. And two moms trying to figure out how to let go—together.

A mother may never know the impact they have on their children. They may not ever get to see that the love, the strength, the poise and the humor that they filled their home with, will be the very things that carry their own child through the same disease, years later. 

 “To the person behind me, the world is a better place with you in it.” That’s how Cheryl and Meg met, from a t-shirt Cheryl was wearing at the gym. Cheryl and Meg began what they like to call a “silent friendship.” Always being placed next to one another at the gym not knowing that the simple laughter and eye rolls and sometimes a little TMI, was starting both of their days off with a smile. Meg came on the podcast to share her experience and journey with breast cancer and these two felt like they were side by side at the gym all over again, laughing, crying and talking so much they forgot to pay attention, as the podcast ran for over two hours. I’m honored that Meg chose this space to share her story. 

On this episode, Ashley Guiffre joins Cheryl and Meg to share her breast cancer journey. Ashley was diagnosed at the age of 37 and had all clear mammograms until one day her doctor saw something they didn't like. After more imaging and testing, she was diagnosed with microinvasive ductal carcinoma  (stage t1mic) ++-.  Ashley endured two lumpectomies followed by 24 rounds of radiation.  She will be on Tamoxifen for five to eight years. Cheryl hopes that in having women share their stories, she can convince others to stay up-to-date with their mammograms. 

In this episode Cheryl takes you on a journey through the quiet, meaningful moments of stepping away-from social media, the gym, the pressure to always "do". This is your weekly reminder that life's best moments don't need an audience and sometimes it's good to reclaim your presence, redefine your purpose and start doing things for yourself-not for likes, validation or outside expectations . This is all about the quiet rebellion of stepping back from it all and trying to find the balance: raising kids, working in professions where privacy matters and finding a new rhythm that prioritizes authenticity over performance. Sometimes it's good to step back, shake the bottle, jumble the pieces, and let them fall where they feel fit. This feels good. 

Life is all about balance—fermenting the perfect sourdough, debating the return to Botox, and navigating life with a missing front tooth. Join us as we mix humor, personal stories, and a little bit of chaos into every episode. Whether you're here for the bread, the beauty, or just the bizarre, there's a seat at our table (but you might have to chew on one side).

@rassy6 & @meggiefresh

Cheryl and Meg discuss "helicopter moms"—parents who are overly involved in their children's lives—along with the stress that comes with that level of control. This episode explores how this parenting style affects both the parents and their kids, leading to anxiety and burnout. 

Meg and Cheryl  share personal stories, expert opinions, and humorous takes on the topic, highlighting the balance between being a supportive parent and letting kids develop independence. 

There’s also Lexapro.

What comes first? The chicken or the egg?🤔Adam, Mindset & Fitness Coach,  joins Cheryl on the pod! Adam and Cheryl sit down and discuss how early trauma and thoughts changed the way we not only see ourselves in adulthood but also how we see food. What do you want for you? Who do you want to be and what do you want your life to look like? After this episode Cheryl started to journal what she wanted her life to look like, not who or what she wanted to cut out, but what she wanted to add to make her life feel full, content and at peace with her body and mind. We cant wait to see if you’re inspired to do the same! 

@badgerstrength 

Here are some links 

1.) The lifestyle assessment. This is a free assessment anyone can take to determine what necessary next steps they should take to heal their metabolism, and mindset 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoye5ufacgNFHr4aesprhoX6__pQAXJzM0jXafDlWLEygA0w/viewform

2. Information on the coaching program 

https://badgerstrength.com/coachme

“So were the twins born yet when you started watching my kids?”

“Cheryl, it was like 5 years ago. During Covid.”

We both had each other laughing in this episode but Grace is the lead comedian and TikTok/YouTube star in her episodes called, “The Dealership”, an Office parody.  Grace shares with us her not so easy journey to where she is now. Grace was always a star in the Rassy home but she soon will become a star in your own home when you tune into these hilarious episodes. Make sure to give them a like, a comment and share! 

• TikTok - Mohawk Chevrolet 
• YouTube - The Dealership 

Cheryl and Maria are ready for their condo. They adore their men but...a condo for two sounds nice. "Men tend to have a weaker immune system." It's backed by science people so we need to hate less on the men and their man flu. The Rassy house is getting hit hard with a terrible virus but Cheryl still found a way to trap Red in the car to pod during soccer practice. Don't worry, Red already had it last week. These two together will definitely have you laughing. 

Thank goodness because laughter is very much needed these days! 

• @rassy6
• @manakans
• @theadelphihotel

Can anyone pull off red lipstick? Cheryl is determined but hasn't left a store yet without looking like she got punched in the mouth! In this episode Cheryl talks about The Grammys, politics, her birthday face and as always, so much more. Between Me & You has some pretty amazing guests coming on the pod! Follow the accounts below to get a sneak peak about what they will each bring to your ears!

Instagram:

• @boudoir_w_genine
• @gracekerber (tiktok: Mohawk Chevrolet) 
• @badgerstrength
• @airic614