Joy in the Weeds

Mary Beth shares her story of God leading as her family makes the choice to foster children and adoption.

Mary Beth Hagan is an elementary school teacher and a mother of four. She has two grown children- Marissa and Mitchell, and two adopted children, David (12) and John (10). She loves living in the mountains of North Carolina where her family enjoys hiking, biking, and traveling. Mary Beth is passionate about children and young adults of all ages feeling valued and encouraged to reach their full potential with the gifts God has given them. She has also led out in FLAG camp, a summer day camp her church holds for the community each summer, for the past 15 years.

Interested in Fostering or Adoption, here are some resources for information:

• Adopt Us Kids
• Bethany Christian Services
• NC Department of Health and Human Services
• American Adoptions

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Beth and Kim sit down to talk with their friend Tammy Vaughn to have a real honest conversation.

Tammy is the proud wife (of 33 years) to Bob Vaughan, mother of Matt and Luke, graduate of Mount Pisgah Academy near Asheville, NC (go ’83), daughter of God, and 3-year breast cancer survivor.  Raised in Asheville from seventh grade through college, all she wanted was to get back to the mountains.  She and her family were able to do this in 2007, just in time for their boys to attend her same academy.  Tammy enjoys volunteering time at both her church and the school while getting to be Mom away from Mom to the students who attend there, doing anything craft-related, collecting clocks for their clock room (which contains approximately 40), and wearing pink to remind women to get their mammograms every year.  God saved her life through mammography, ultrasound, and her medical team, and she now strives to show women the importance of early detection and urges everyone to slow down and enjoy the little things.

Show Notes

1. Scripture cards can be ordered at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Whimzany?ref=search_shop_redirect
2. Girls love Mail https://www.girlslovemail.com/
3. Book is:  Dear Friend by Gina L. Mulligan https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Friend-Letters-Encouragement-Breast/dp/1452163421/ref=sr_1_1?crid=12515QMZ48D2M&dchild=1&keywords=dear+friend+letters+of+encouragement&qid=1602518162&sprefix=Dear+Friend%2Caps%2C294&sr=8-1
4. More information about mission endeavors and to support: http://hopechestforwomen.org/
5. To make a donation to the mission trip go to and note on your donation that it is for Honduras. http://hopechestforwomen.org/missions-of-hope/

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A long long time ago, before Covid-19 when life was as it once was, Beth and Kim sat down to discuss the ever important topic of balance.  We all struggle with all the demands of life, often finding ourselves overwhelmed and torn in different ways.  Is it possible to have balance, or should balance really even be the goal?

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This week Beth and Kim talk with their friend Phyllis Lytle about her ever deepening "Walk with Jesus."

Phyllis Lytle is a wife, mother of 6, grandmother of 16, great grandmother of 7.  Approaching her 79th birthday, Phyllis's walk with God began in her mid 40s. She is a prayer warrior and a woman of God.

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It is not a surprise to us that parenting adult children has been one of our most requested topics from our listeners. Navigating this time can be a challenge but there are also so many joys!  In this episode Beth and Kim have a wonderful conversation with Beth Anderson, a personal life coach, Volunteer Coordinator for Proverbs 31 Ministries, a wife, and a mother of three adult children, about the blessings and challenges of being a parent to our now adult children. 
For more Information about Proverbs 31 Ministry, click here.

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Kim and Beth sit down with two amazing women, Laura for a fun conversation about the benefits of making health a priority in your life and Laura's journey to be the healthiest version of herself.

Laura Aggabao is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering women to gain control of their health and fall in love with self-care. She lives in the country with her military and fireman hubby with their 3 wild kiddos underfoot. She enjoys running, plant-based cooking, and tracking Amazon packages. Laura's Instagram: @growth_in_process

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Beth and Kim has the distinct privilege of sitting down with the very inspirational Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith.   She is the author of Born Yesterday a book that had a huge impact on Beth personally. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss!

Dr. Rachel Williams-Smith—or “Dr. Rachel”—is a master communicator and life lessons coach who loves to share her faith through laughter and tears and to encourage others to flourish. Drawing from her unique perspectives on life, she presents regularly for ever-widening academic, church group-related, and professional circles. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives. She loves words and has a penchant for journaling.

Dr. Rachel is an educator, writer, and communicator who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others. She serves as Dean of the School of Journalism and Communication at Southern Adventist University, and she is wife, mother, author, and speaker. She holds degrees in Communication (Ph.D.), Educational Leadership (Ed.D.), English (MA), and Language Arts Education (BS). Learn more at www.rachelwilliamssmith.com.

Texts of Comfort and Courage:
Matthew 6:9-13

Resources:
Born Yesterday: The True Story of a Girl Born in the 20th Century but Raised in the 19th
1) https://www.amazon.com/Born-Yesterday-Rachel-Williams-Smith/dp/0816361622/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1596715952&sr=8-4
2) https://adventistbookcenter.com/born-yesterday.html

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This week Beth and Kim sit down with All-American runner and Olympian Halycon MacKnight.
Halcyon MacKnight is an Author, Speaker, Olympian, and was a good friend to her mom. She likes to call herself a pioneer of things that are great. She calls herself a catalyst for motivation, passion, humor, and energy. She works with people of all ages especially women who want to take charge of their lives to create the life they love. Believing in whom you are and using the tools and talents God has given you is what she preaches and believes in.
MacKnight has presence, grace and perseverance that allow her to connect with all she comes in contact with. She is a survivor of Breast Cancer, Domestic Violence, an Olympian, Coach of the year, Collegiate and HS Hall of Famer, Educator, All-American, and an Author.

Texts of Comfort and Courage:
2 Timothy 1:7; Proverbs 3:5,6; Phillipians 4:13; Psalm 56:3; Revelation 3:20

Resources:
A Peek Into My Soul: A New Beginning
https://www.amazon.com/Peek-Into-My-Soul-Beginning/dp/1492827282/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Halcyon+MacKnight&qid=1595428381&sr=8-3

A Cry in the Dark: An Introspective Journal
https://www.amazon.com/Cry-Dark-Introspective-MacKnight-2013-06-26/dp/B01FEP259E/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Halcyon+MacKnight&qid=1595428381&sr=8-2

The Shadow of Death: Why are you complaining; where's your faith?
https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Death-complaining-MacKnight-2016-02-15/dp/B01FKTGWR0/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Halcyon+MacKnight&qid=1595428381&sr=8-1

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Beth and Kim have the distinct privilege of sitting down and learning from Dr. Lucretia Berry, founder of Brownicity.comand author of  'What LIES Between Us Journal and Guide: Fostering First Steps Toward Racial Healing.'   Dr. Berry is passionate about helping people overcome boundaries through spiritual and social consciousness.  This is an important conversation and just the beginning of many more conversations to come.

Resources: 
www.brownicity.com
What LIES Between Us Journal & Guide: Fostering First Steps Towards Racial Healing
https://www.amazon.com/What-LIES-Between-Journal-Guide/dp/1544106866  

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In light of all that is going on in our world today, it seems that we have lost the art of being kind.  Beth and Kim sit down with Courtnie Hodgins and talk about kindness and the importance of being kind! 

Courtnie Hodgins was born, raised and lives near Charlotte, NC. She’s married to Ryan and has three girls ages 6-10.  She enjoys cooking, working out (so she can eat, haha), spending time with friends and family, and in true introvert fashion, she loves her quiet down time! She loves to learn more about the character of God, and longs to be more like Him.  

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