The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James is a 500 mile trail across Spain which began in the 9th century. Many have life changing experiences and this would be the case for Mjika and her father.

Mjika became homesick and went home as her father continued the journey. The plan was for Mjika to return as they completed the experience together. When tragedy struck Mjika returned to finish the journey and spread her fathers ashes along the way.

Listen as Mjika shares her story of perseverance, heartbreak and ultimately the joy of completion and people met along the way.

Val Chadwick Bagley and I catch up and talk about what it takes to be a cartoonist. Also, when he became syndicated then was critiqued and his cartoon dropped on a national level.

Postpartum, losing 90 lbs, tough pregnancies, death, an accident, and becoming Mrs Star Valley while her husband was fishing. Join me as Becca talks about her husband, kids, dogs, chickens and life before and during becoming Mrs Wyoming. This is the amazing resilience and incredible example of service by Becca. Beauty, Kindness and "Seeking Joy" in life.

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This week I am in Texas as Ryan tells his story of joining the Army, becoming an Army Ranger and being shot at during a recon mission. He also tells of exiting the Army, being prohibited from getting back in and adjusting to life at home.

One of my favorite quotes when asked how he endured the testing and hardships of life and war was he told himself "I'll Quit Tomorrow" then told himself the same thing the next day.

Mark and Amy are amazing friends who have spent their lives helping others. Life changed when their daughter Drue was diagnosed with Leukemia. Listen as they go from deciding to have another child to heartbreak to finding joy and happiness in life again. Beautiful perspectives on life from amazing parents. Experience the miraculous lives of Mark, Amy and Drue as they share lessons learned from their beautiful daughter. Do it for Drue will change your perspective on what's important in life!

Jordan played Basketball at Weber High School and went on to play in college. He later turned down a full ride basketball scholarship, changed schools and sports. He also had a life changing experience when Jordan and his girlfriend hit a car going 40 mph on a moped. In a comma, brain trauma and questions like "what happened to his girlfriend?" were on his mind but he couldn't talk. This is his story. It's the miracles and the events that helped shape Jordan's life into his current career, marriage and his perspectives on life.

I have known Todd and Cassie since elementary school. We have some great memories together and they have always been great examples to me. Todd is an athlete and has continued playing football until recently. Cassie has been in plays, sings and teaches in her business called Singers Company. Shortly after having their 4th child Todd was diagnosed with cancer. This is the story of Todd and Cassie and their amazing perspectives on life and a small glimpse of their journey to overcome.

There are plenty of bad calls in sports but when Matt made the wrong call and admitted it the media got ahold of it. The result was a game suspension and a lot of reflecting. On this episode I talk with my good friend Matt Richards about what it takes to become a PAC12 ref, marriage and perspectives on life. This is a must listen!

Sometimes in life you are going along and all is well. Then tragedy and even death can happen without notice. Depression may take over but when you are able to see the things you are still able to accomplish in not only your own life but others, you will find happiness again!

Some of my favorite quotes this episode are:

"If you can be a blessing to someone else's family, be that blessing."

"No one is more prepared to deal with your problems than you."