Midlife Matters

Today we're talking about ways to practice hospitality. Many listeners host family and friends over the holiday season, so we thought this would be the perfect time to re-air our episode on hospitality. That was episode 7 for us, so it's new to many of you! We're sharing ways to make people feel welcome both in and outside our homes. Join us as we laugh at the things we do right and the things we hope to improve!

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Today we're going to see how we did meeting the 2019 goals we set way back in January! In episode 10, we laid out categories such as books we wanted to read, movies we wanted to see, things we wanted to experience and more. Now that 12 months have gone by, let's see how we did!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Love You Hard by Abby Maslin

Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness by Gretchen Rubin

Afraid of All the Things by Scarlet Hiltibidal

"I'm a Fan" recommendations:

Julie's Whoa, Wait Walmart?

Mindy's Elta MD sunscreen

Marie's Lumbar pillow covers

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Today we're taking a deep dive into Trader Joe's! Join us as we share lots of fun facts and fabulous products found at everyone's favorite little grocery store. You'll want to print the show notes and take a trip there after you hear this episode!

Products mentioned:

Broccoli and Kale Slaw, Brie, Fig and Olive Crackers, Cheese Fondue, Gyro Meat Slices, Tandori Naan Bread, Taziki Sauce, Beef Roast Sirloin, Thai Vegetable Gyoza or Potstickers with Sweet Chili Sauce, Braised Beef Roast, Homemade Tortillas, Triple Ginger Snaps, Chocolate Covered Ginger, Pumpkin Spice Rooibus Tea, Spiced Chai Tea Bags, Mint Watermelon Black Tea Bags, Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate, "Just the Clusters" Chocolate or Maple Pecan Granola Cereal, Mostly Mesquite Honey, Freeze Dried Bananas, Masala Simmer Sauce, Israeli Couscous, Kung Pao Chicken, Organic Jasmine Rice, Rose Vinaigrette Dressing, Danish Kringle, Nutty Popcorn Trio, Cookie Mix in Jar, Dark Chocolate Covered Joe Joe's, Green Goddess Dressing, Orange Chicken, Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli, Whole Wheat Noodles, Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies, Lite Kettle Corn, Banana Bread, Pumpkin Bread, All in One Facial Wash, Lavender Body Scrub, Rose Water Toner, Shea Butter and Coconut Oil Hair Mask, Cold Brew Coffee, Sourdough Bread, Chicken Tenders, Fried Rice, Gluten Free Waffles, Corn, Butternut Squash Soup

"I'm a fan" recommendations:

Mindy's Redken hairspray

Marie's True Food Kitchen

Julie's light timer

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Today we're talking about happiness and parenthood! Whether your kids are still at home or out on their own, there are always things we can do to foster happier, more loving relationships. Join us as we share the old habits we're trying to break and the new ones we hope will take their place!

Links from this episode:

Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin

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It's that time of year when we focus on thankfulness. The month of November is full of ways we should be counting our blessings. But what do we do when we don't feel thankful? Today we're sharing times when we've struggled to be grateful. We're getting honest about things that steal our joy. We're also talking about things we can all do to move ourselves into a more grateful state of mind!

Links from this episode:

Mindy's dry shampoo

Marie's Cuddl Duds

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Today we're talking about mother and daughter-in-laws! What can we do to foster a loving relationship? What are some pitfalls to avoid? How can we be a help and encouragement to each other? We'll cover all this and more!

Links mentioned in this episode:

Free of Me: Why Life is Better When It's Not About You

Julie's Silk Pillowcases

Marie's Cell Phone Wallets

Dede's Hot Chocolate:

1 lb. 9.6 oz box of dry low fat milk

2 cups powdered sugar

2 cups Nestle Quick or any hot chocolate mix

2 cups Cremora

1/4 cup cinnamon

12 oz malt

Fill coffee cup 1/2 full with mix. Add hot water to the brim. Enjoy!

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Sometimes midlife calls for a career change and today we're showcasing a friend of ours who did just that! Kate's story is one of faith and perseverance as she pursued more education and the job of her dreams.

Links in this episode:

Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

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This week we're continuing our once a month happiness series based on Gretchen Rubin's book, Happier at Home. During the month of October, we worked on increasing the happiness of our marriages. Find out what we wanted to change and how it all turned out!

Links from this episode:

23 Snaps

Broadchurch

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We're celebrating our first birthday! We can't wait to share how Midlife Matters got started, how it's produced, how we've grown, and what's planned for the future. We also have a fun birthday gift planned for you, so be sure and listen for that!

Some of our favorite episodes from this year:

Teenage Survival Guide (part 1), Teenage Survival Guide (part 2), Raising Amazing "Average" Kids, Choose the Bigger Life, The Midlife Matters Daughters, Loss, Love, and New Life with Elizabeth Boyd, Downsizing: Freedom from Clutter, Teen Girls vs. Teen Boys, DIY Landscaping and Gardening, Christmas Cheer in the Middle Years, Overcoming Fear and Anxiety with Scarlet Hiltabidal, Regret Free Living with Suzy Rosenstein, How I Lost 60 lbs - Twice!, Forgiveness

Links from "I'm a fan!" -- Swerve Sugar Substitute

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Today we're talking about forgiveness. Why is it so hard? How do we do it? Is there a time limit? Is anything unforgivable? This is a deep topic that everyone wrestles with from time to time. We hope this discussion helps us all to grow in this area!

Links from this episode: The Mother-in-Law

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