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We promised we would bring positive vibes on this episode! New experiences, sunshine and beautiful humans.. PLUS spring is around the corner!!! That alone boosts our moods. 

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Netflix recently dropped the "Gabby Petito" Docuseries. It's double ironic to use the word "triggered", but there are no other words to describe it while I sat and watched her story unfold. My heart aches for this family and everything they went through in 2021 and every day since. I remember this entire heartbreaking story happening. Little did I know a year later I would be able to relate to similar loss and tragedy. 

PSA: Pay attention to relationship red flags. SAY SOMETHING even if it's awkward or you are afraid! 

As always, thanks for listening to our story. Love, Angie & Aric

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Keywords grief, memory, prayer, marriage, unconditional love, gratitude, mental health, emotional well-being, personal growth, faith, horse, brave, therapy

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What's your battle? We all have them. Battling through the day, the week, the month or the years. What's your fuel to fight? It's so personal, isn't it? Everybody has their own experiences and reasons that drive them. 

 In this episode, Aric and Angie discuss their experiences battling an illness and the power of prayer. Angie dives into her thoughts around prayer such as when to ask God for specific things or when to let go and trust. Angie and Aric wrap at the end with their movie review of 'The Shack'. 

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Keywords grief, memory, prayer, marriage, unconditional love, gratitude, mental health, emotional well-being, personal growth, faith, horse, brave, therapy

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In this episode, Angie shares her recent surprise experience where she watched her second children's book come to life on the 7th of February. Yes, the 7th!!!! Angie and Aric discuss their journey of healing and connection through the experience of owning a horse, Phoenix, which was a dream of Angie's late daughter, Hallie. SO MANY EMOTIONS!!!! This week was full of highs and lows.. from a family health scare to a sisterhood retreat. The constant reminder that we are not in control. Acceptance of what each day brings is the best way to trust in God. 

ARE YOU WITH ME? 

Thanks for listening! Love, Angie & Aric 

Keywords grief, memory, prayer, marriage, unconditional love, gratitude, mental health, emotional well-being, personal growth, faith, horse, brave, therapy

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In this episode, Angie shares this profound statement:  "Don't let them die twice".  It describes perfectly what ever parent that lost a child experiences in the fight. It is what keeps them going. SO LET THEM. Let them talk about their child every chance they get. They are fighting to keep their memory living when their soul is no longer here on earth. 

We also talk about marriage struggles and a prayer perspective. But if you take one thing away from this podcast... it's this... don't let them die twice. 

Thanks for listening! Angie & Aric

Keywords grief, memory, prayer, marriage, unconditional love, gratitude, mental health, emotional well-being, personal growth, faith

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Have you ever had a time in your life where your perspective became a prison? Sometimes we are held captive by our own thoughts. Making a choice to open up and share the story you are telling yourself is a brave and vulnerable thing to do. You never know what might happen. Will you be judged? Will people think you are crazy? OR will someone take your prison and give you a passport? Will someone else's perspective change your mindset?

Angie shares a story during this episode that does just that.

Thanks for listening! Aric and Angie

Keywords
relationship, perspective, vulnerability, grief, memories, connection, gratitude, parenting, change, love

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In this real and raw episode, Aric and Angie reflect on the difficult week surrounding Hallie's 23rd birthday, sharing their struggles with grief and the importance of honoring her memory.  Life can be so full of noise and chaos. Add grief to that and it can be disastrous! Angie specifically shares her 3 M approach to try to calm the distractions to work through anxiety and darkness. This convo delves into the power of music, the importance of movement for mental health, the challenges of meditation, and the courage to face life's storms. They share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate grief and find peace amidst chaos, emphasizing the power of discipline and choice in shaping one's life.

Thank you for all of your continued love and support. Means the world! Angie & Aric 

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In this episode, Aric and Angie explore many topics like parenting their kids when they aren't getting along the best, fostering independence in teens and the new year goal setting process.  The conversation also includes practical parenting hacks to strengthen sibling relationships and foster independence among teens.

Aric and Angie share the continued journey of finding purpose in the pain by establishing the Broken and Beautiful grief group for moms.  Through their experiences, they emphasize gratitude and the lessons learned from hardship, ultimately highlighting the beauty that can emerge from pain.

As always, thank you for listening. Love, Angie & Aric

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Keywords
mental health, family dynamics, parenting, time management, goal setting, personal growth, relationships, date night, sibling bonds, independence, family bonding, purpose, pain, community, support, faith, challenges, gratitude, life lessons, parenting

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It's a new season for Blended, Blessed & Always A Mess! We are giving volume to voices on hard topics in Season 4. During this episode, we chat with guest, Jill Wood. Together we dive into the profound impact of grief and loss, particularly focusing on the experience of losing a loved one to suicide. Jill lost her husband, Chris, 18 months ago. Our conversation explores her personal journey, the challenges of navigating grief, the stigma surrounding suicide, and the importance of open conversations about mental health. The conversation emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion in the face of loss, as well as the compound impact of suicide on families. We highlight the importance of finding purpose in pain and the ongoing journey of healing through THE AFTERMATH. 

New Year, New Season, Same Pain
Thanks for listening. You Matter! 
Love, Angie & Aric

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It's hard to believe we are closing out another season, another year, another chapter. Ever sit down and reflect on all the good, the bad, and everything in between? In this episode, we reflect on our Christmas traditions, share highlights from the past year, and discuss the importance of family. It's been a hard year but when we pause and reflect we remember the joy, too! 

We also dive into our hopes for 2025.  As we look ahead to the new year,  we share our chosen ONE word emphasizing the themes of balance and finding refuge in faith. 

We hope you will join us in 2025! Broken and Beautiful! Thank you for your support,  Angie & Aric 

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