Many of you are probably planning fundraiser after fundraiser for the schools, sports teams, or favorite cause. After a while, we all run out of interesting ideas that encourage donations.  How about trying something new and using travel to raise funds, build community, and deepen the bond between the organization and its supporters.  On today's show, Janine tells you how to use travel as a way to raise money for your favorite non-profit.

Becoming a mom can be filled with joy and excitement but for many of us, the dream of motherhood is just out of reach. Today, we're talking with Erin Chrusciel about her decade-long, painful journey towards becoming a mom that was all worth it in the end. We need to understand the lasting trauma of infertility and the power of hope and love. We know you'll love it, so press play and let's hit the road.

Becoming a mom can be filled with joy and excitement but for many of us, the dream of motherhood is just out of reach. Today, we're talking with Erin Chrusciel about her decade-long, painful journey towards becoming a mom that was all worth it in the end. We need to understand the lasting trauma of infertility and the power of hope and love. We know you'll love it, so press play and let's hit the road.

In this week's minipodcast, Nicole will empower you to make healthier choices for you and your family with the products you purchase for your home and office. She will explain what to avoid and why it's so important. She will also provide tips for finding brands you can trust. We know you'll love it, so press play and let's hit the road.

Welcome to the Messy Middle Road Trip podcast. Today, we have the honor and privilege of having Amy Pence-Brown join us in the convertible. Amy describes herself as a fat feminist mother who believes in opening her mouth and her heart. She's been a body image activist for the past decade, and her message about the value of all bodies, no matter their size, is something the world needs to hear. This is an episode you won't want to miss, so hop in the convertible and let's hit the road.

How do we see the world while also being environmentally and socially responsible? It's a big and important question; Luckily, the travel industry is ready to help us out. In today's mini-podcast, Janine talks about the hottest topic of the year (so far), sustainable travel, and what it means to you and me.

Part two: Today, we're talking to Rachel Lankester, founder of The Magnificent Midlife. Rachel went through early menopause at the age of 41 and was devastated. Now at 52, she is better and bolder than ever, challenging the status quo and changing negative stereotypes associated with older women.  We know you'll love it, so press play and let's hit the road.

Today, we're talking to Rachel Lankester, founder of The Magnificent Midlife. Rachel went through early menopause at the age of 41 and was devastated. Now at 52, she is better and bolder than ever, challenging the status quo and changing negative stereotypes associated with older women.  We know you'll love it, so press play and let's hit the road.

On today's podcast, Nicole be talking about the importance of mindset during the winter months to combat seasonal affective disorder and embrace the season of fuzzy socks and warm blankets by the fire.

Looking for new ways to improve her health and wellness, Nicole knew that mindset was a huge component of happiness. After a little research to reboot, she discovered the Danish way of life called Hygge (hue-guh). "The creation of a warm atmosphere where we can enjoy the good things in life with good people." Nicole became aware that she needed to put in the work to enjoy winter instead of endure it. 

We're hoping this episode will give you some ideas to create your own version of happiness this winter. It's a great episode so press play and let's hit the road.

We've got a lot of winter left to enjoy between now and March 19th and we encourage you to embrace the concept of hygge (hue-guh) and go with the flow to make the most of the next few months. We promise it will be less painful and potentially enjoyable if you do.