Happy New Year and welcome back!
We start out the new year with a confidence boost.  Today we chatted with Paige, a collegiate softball athlete who turned her passion into a business.  She now helps young women build confidence and hon in their mental game.  We couldn't ask for a better way to start the new year than with Paige! Her advice and reminders to be mindful will get you off on the right foot.

If you want to connect with Paige or get involved in her athlete program check the links below!

https://www.paigetonz.com

https://www.instagram.com/paigetonz/?hl=en

Today we just chat about the holiday and what our crazy family is up to.  Feel free to share your stories with us!  The best story may end up on air!  This is also our last episode until after the holidays.  Everyone have a wonderful season and we will see you next year! Thank you for staying with us all these years. 

**Disclaimer** After this episode was recorded and posted it was brought to our attention that this story was fabricated.  Instead of removing it from our lineup, we are leaving it here as a reminder that what goes around comes around.**

Today we finish our chat with Jen on a happier note!  She takes us through life now and how her TikTok live of Books and Beer got started.  Expect alot more laughs with this episode.

**Disclaimer** After this episode was recorded and posted it was brought to our attention that this story was fabricated.  Instead of removing it from our lineup, we are leaving it here as a reminder that what goes around comes around.**

Today we talk with Jen about all the trials and tribulations she has gone through.  Jen may have been dealt a crap deck but she is still here to tell her story.  So much so this is only part one of two so strap yourself in and get ready for a wild ride!  This is a reminder that you can take control of your life at any moment! 

**Warning**

Rape, drugs, child abuse, and other difficult topics are discussed during this episode.  Be advised. 

Today we give some bonus episode love to Monica Fullerton and Spouse-ly.  Monica is not only a military spouse but a twin mom and entrepreneur, talk about inspirational! Be sure to check out Spouse-ly.com to support military and first responder families this holiday season.  They have everything from books to earrings to home security systems.  

Spouse-ly.com

Today we chat with Monica Fullerton founder and CEO of Spouse-ly.com.  Spouse-ly is Etsy meets Angi's List providing goods and services created by military and first responder families.  This platform offers an amazing chance to give back to those families who sacrifice so much for us.  Monica also talks about how she started the business while being a military spouse herself and a twin mom!  She is one who will leave you feeling inspired!

Want to shop Spouse-ly.  Check it out at the link below and be sure to share with us what amazing gifts you found!

https://spouse-ly.com

Today we talked about our episode with Claire.  Our reactions to what she dealt with and how our guests have inspired us.  We also talk traveling and National Parks! Tune in.  

Today we talk with Claire about her son Elliott.  Elliott was diagnosed with a rare condition that effects the gene KCNQ2. This mutation results in epilepsy that can start just hours after birth.  She takes us on their journey, how they have handled the diagnosis and others he has received as he has aged.  Claire has since wrote a book to help other families dealing with KCNQ2 and epilepsy.  This story is one you can't miss!

To purchase Claire's book, just clink the link below!

https://www.amazon.com/Letter-powerful-resilience-Learning-epilepsy-ebook/dp/B0B24KK2RZ

Today we talk about our discussion with Christina and how important it is to advocate for yourself!  We also talk teen crushes and makeup.  You know, The important things.  Be sure to share you teen crushes with us on IG and TikTok.

Today we talk with celebrity make-up artist and activist Christina Flach.  Christina suddently lost her husband Ken, who had been a world class tennis player to sepsis in 2018.  She has since been spreading awareness and how important it is to act quickly!  This episode isn't all heavy, Christina also talks to us about her start as a make-up artist, what it's like working with celebrites and why she created her own line.  This episode is one you don't want to miss!

If you want to learn more about Sepsis or donate to the Sepsis Alliance you can do so at the link below.  You can also check out Christina's amazing line, Pretty Girl Makeup. 

https://www.sepsis.org

https://www.prettygirlmakeup.com