Today we're answering listener questions! We put a call out on Instagram and you did not let us down. From beauty tips to college prep, spouses that travel to caring for aging parents, there's something for everyone. Join us as we talk about all this and more!

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Mindy's facial spray

Julie's knife

Marie's book

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Today we're going back in time and talking about when we were kids! What's different about life then and life now? What would our kids say if they were transported back to 1980? How did we survive home perms and party lines? Get ready for lots of laughs as we walk down memory lane together!

I'm a fan recommendations:

Julie's lassi recipe

Mindy's workout pants

Marie's electric throw blanket

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It's time to talk about happiness and body! We can improve our relationships by paying attention to the ways people interact with us. Sounds easy enough, right?! Noticing sights, sounds, and even smells makes us more aware of our surroundings and reminds us to experience the experience. Let's get out of our heads and notice the ways our physical body can increase happiness!

I"m a fan recommendations

Julie's bamboo box

Mindy's body lotion

Marie's new side dish

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This week we're talking about embracing the empty nest. Most of the time this stage is associated with fear or sadness, but today we've got a story that will fill you with hope. Whether it's a new home, new career, new adventure or even a new pet, entering the empty nest is a time for a new set of dreams!

Links mentioned in the episode:

Preston Taylor Ministries

Spring Break in the Marketplace

Links to our I'm a fan products:

Lisa's bucket hat

Julie's brush

Marie's game

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Today we're exploring the world of social media influencing. We've all bought things based on the recommendations of friends and now many of us buy things based on the recommendations of people we follow on Instagram or Facebook. We're talking with Alley Leto about how to get into this field and what goes on behind the scenes of the perfect photo!

Where to find Alley:

Instagram: Life of Alley

Facebook: Life of Alley

Website: lifeofalley.com

I'm a fan recommendations:

Alley's under eye stick

Mindy's facial scrub

Julie's make up

Marie's mug

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Today we're talking about love in the middle years! From the most romantic songs and movies to fun date night ideas, we've got Valentine's Day covered. We'll also share how to identify your love language and the ways this has impacted our own marriages through the years!

Links mentioned in this episode:

The Five Love Languages

Five Love Languages Quiz

I'm a fan recommendations:

Downy Wrinkle Release

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Today we're talking about happiness and time. Why does time seem to pass more quickly as we get older? How can we make time slow down? What are some ways we can use our time more wisely? Join us as we share our thoughts on how to make the most of time for ourselves and our families!

Links in today's episode:

Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin

"I'm a fan" recommendations:

Trader Joe's Black Bean Soup

A French Village

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Today we're talking about indulgences. Whether it's a bubble bath or Godiva cheesecake, gourmet coffee, or a manicure, we all have treats that we allow ourselves, not because we deserve them, but just for pleasure! We're talking about our favorites, as well as those of our listeners. Who knows, you may even find some new ways to indulge yourself!

Links from this episode: Bonne Mamam Preserves

I'm a fan recommendations:

Glass Photo Box

Sushi Go Game

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Today we're talking about photo organization and safe photo storage. So many of us feel overwhelmed by the number of pictures we have on different devices or the number of years we're behind on our photo books. Kate Miley is an expert in this area and she's here to share organization and storage tips, editing hacks, and ways to create beautiful photo books in less time!

Links mentioned in this episode:

External hard drive

Economy Scanner

Gold standard scanner

If only scanning a dozen or so photos, Google has a free scanning app that's very good!

Use Coupon Code MLM25 with either Kate's presets or her ebook below!

Kate's Presets

Kate's Ebook

Kate's Website

Kate's Instagram

Kate's favorite photo editing apps:

Over

Canva

Touch/Retouch

Amazon Photos

Lightroom

Links to our "I'm a fan" recommendations:

The Quintland Sisters

Handheld Milk Frother

Rebellion TV Series

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Today we're joined by popular design blogger Emily A. Clark to talk about interior design, home decor, and the 2020 trends! Emily describes herself as a bargain hunter, pattern lover, and habitual rearranger. She enjoys helping her readers break down big decorating ideas so they're less intimidating and more doable. We loved the ideas Emily shared with us and we know you will too!

Emily's Blog

Emily's Instagram

Links to our "I'm a fan" recommendations:

Emily's Joggers

Mindy's Shoe-Pourri

Julie's TV show

Marie's Trader Joe's Winter Wake Up Tea

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