Swept Together

On today's episode, we're talking about the wolf in our RV + when you should or shouldn't lick poles, then Annabelle explains things about electricity that she doesn't understand.

We can't believe that our big trip is only 6 weeks away! Today, we're sharing an update on where we stand with the RV renovation project AND spilling the beans about what we've decided to name our house on wheels. Here's what we covered:

Do you have a project that you've been working on for a long period of time? How do you stay motivated?

Any requests for awesome couplepreneurs or traveling couples that you'd love for us to interview on the show in the future?

What made you feel loved today?

Resources Mentioned in Episode 027:

Swept Together on Instagram

Tom Dansby with RV Medic

Episode 3 | Embracing Our DifferencesFamily

Episode 7 | Hustlin' with Hashtagitude

Episode 5 | Where You Park It (Our very first RV episode!)

Episode 10 | The Reward For Taking The Risk (Our RV test run to Moab)

Episode 13 | With A Little Help From Our Friends (The most recent reno-update)

On today's episode, we're talking about the "having kids" conversation, childhood birthday fears, Ewok sounds, + why it's important to follow through.

When do you keep going + when do you quit? We've both had times where we've pushed through hard things, and times when we fell short of following through. Today we attended an event where no one else showed up, which prompted a conversation about doing what you said you'd do. Here's what we covered:

In what ways do you set intentions to follow through for your partner?

What dreams have you been chasing for a long time?

Do you have values in your business that you've committed to follow through on?

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "You can't expect the person you fell in love with to stay the same forever @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Part of business is testing things that don't work @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Follow through is a key to attaining what you want - @swepttogether"]

Resources Mentioned in Episode 026:

Evergreen Lane Productions

Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman

Episode 04 | A Secret Camping Spot

Episode 25 | Perfectly Imperfect

Annabelle's Poshmark closet

Episode 12 | Never Giving Up

Episode 15 | Where We Keep Our Focus

On today's episode, we're talking about Christian's rebellious years, the biggest thing that holds Annabelle back, + giving completely unfounded parenting advice.

We're just going to go with whatever Christian is making up in his head. If you're looking for the perfect podcast, you're looking in the wrong place; but, we're doing our best to learn as we go + move forward! Here's what we covered:

Did your parents put any pressure on you to achieve or be a certain way?

How do you + your partner approach projects? Are you similar or different?

 

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "I can't be perfect, but I can do my best. @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "I'm further now than I was last year, + I'll be even further next year. @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Recovering perfectionist motto: Done is better than perfect! @swepttogether"]

 

Resources Mentioned in Episode 025:

Evergreen Lane Productions

Episode 2 | Balikbayan to Dalaguete

Free Course on Creating Compelling Video Content

USA Camper Cam

 

On today's episode, we're talking about the one casualty of minimalism that I've cried over, chocolate chip cookies for breakfast, and how hard it really is to downsize.

We're emerging from the piles + piles that we've been sorting for the Great Downsize to chat about how we're systematically getting rid of all our excess stuff. The bright side? It makes moving way easier. Here's what we covered:

What is your greatest fear when you think of downsizing or embracing minimalism?

Do you hold onto things for "someday?"

How do you decide what to keep + what to toss? What brings you joy? What adds value? How replaceable it may be?

Do you + your partner have differing decluttering styles? How do you navigate that?

How do you handle the guilt of decluttering? By donating, changing your purchasing decisions?

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "It's important to find a system that works for you, don't just use mine. @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Our goal going forward is quality over quantity. @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Being surrounded only by things that add value is so worth the work. @swepttogether"]

Resources Mentioned in Episode 024:

Episode 23 | Unbelizeable!

The James Altecher Show

The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up

The Minimalists Packing Party

Jess Lively's Get Rid of 100 Things Challenge

KonMari Method Decluttering Checklist

Endowment Effect: We value things more highly simply because we own them.

On today's episode, we're talking about the glorification of busy, all the possible spellings of the word caye/key/quay, plus our adventures into minimalism + more purposeful living.

We're island-hopping in Belize on the hunt for the perfect wedding venue! One of the things about a destination wedding that we love is that it's a more true-to-us experience. This outlook (prioritizing what's most important to us) is something we're applying to all areas in our life. Here's what we covered:

Did you + your partner incorporate any unique-to-you traditions into your wedding?

How do you set boundaries between life + business?

Are you focusing on what's truly important to you? Or are you succumbing to distractions? (We have been there!!)

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "Minimalism is prioritizing value not just having "less stuff" @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Focus on the important over the urgent @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Don't make life about stuff; it's not what people will remember you for. @swepttogether"]

Resources Mentioned in Episode 023:

Episode 0 | Where The Coffee Is (we recorded our very first episode in Mexico!)

Episode 1 | Sun, Sand + Salt Water (our Mexico episode)

Episode 2 | Balikbayan to Dalaguete (our Philippines episode!)

Episode 19 | Wherever I'm With You (our engagement story)

The Minimalists

Everything That Remains

Essentialism

Evergreen Lane Productions

On today's episode, we're talking about the lessons traveling as a couple teaches you + dishing our travel hacking secrets.

We're barely scratching the surface of the travel hacking world, but this is a little crash course in how we afford to fly as much as we do! Here's what we covered:

Have you done any sort of travel hacking? How do you like earning points?

What is your preferred airline? Have you heard of the Southwest Companion Pass before?

How do you + your partner save for travel?

Hit us up in the comments with your favorite travel hacking tips!

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "Learn travel hacking basics with @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "How to fly fo' freeee   on @swepttogether"]

P.S. Here is an illustration of Hockey Stick Growth:

Resources Mentioned in Episode 022:

Episode 9 | Where You Bring The Bacon (in which we talk budgeting!)

Share the Love

Episode 0 | Where the Coffee Is (our first date story)

Southwest Companion Pass

United MileagePlus Explorer Card

Chase Southwest Plus 50k bonus

Chase Southwest Premier 50k bonus

Chase Southwest Premier Business 60k bonus

MileagePlus X App

Find Your Airline's Shopping Portal - A great summary from The Points Guy

CreativeLive Make Your Dream Trip A Reality

RocketMiles

On today's episode, we're giving you a bunch of inconsequential directions, discussing u-pick farms, the rigamarole of visiting Disney Parks + why building shared experiences with your loved ones is important.

We're recapping our coast-to-coast holiday season in another two-parter, of which this is the second installment. We spent New Years with Annabelle's family in Orlando, partied at Disney World (which involved more complex logistics than you'd think) + spent time with some of the people we love. Here's what we covered:

When did you + your partner meet each other's family?

What are some of your favorite shared experiences you've had with your partner or their family?

Have you been to Disney? What's your favorite ride/park?

What made you feel loved today?

[Tweet "Shared memories bring us closer together @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Change is in the journey, not the destination @swepttogether"]

Resources Mentioned in Episode 021:

Episode 20 | From Sea to Shining Sea, Pt 1

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On today's episode, we're talking about lumpia advice from the Notorious B.I.G., meeting relatives on Facebook, Christian's spreadsheet addiction + how we prioritize family time even when they all live states away.

We're recapping our coast-to-coast holiday season in another two-parter, of which this is the first installment. We spent Christmas with Christian's family in Southern California, learned how to roll lumpia + spent time with some of the people we love. Here's what we covered:

Do you live far away from your family? How do you + your partner prioritize + budget for family time?

What are your favorite holiday traditions that you + your family participate in?

Anything specific you want to hear about in our travel hacking episode?

What made you feel loved today?

Resources Mentioned in Episode 020:

Episode 2 | Balikbayan to Dalaguete

Abby Sparks Jewelry

Swept Together on Instagram

Episode 6 | Being Grateful + Giving Back

Share the Love - How to rate our podcast on iTunes!

On today's episode, we're having imaginary convos with Queen Bey, discussing the definition of "vintage," + telling mushy stories about our engagement (listener beware).

It's our first episode of 2017! As usual, we've had a lot happen in our two-week break, including coast-to-coast holiday travels, lots of family time + a proposal. Christian asked Annabelle to marry him, + she said yes!

How were your holidays? We've missed you these last two weeks.

What made you feel loved today?

Resources Mentioned in Episode 019:

Abby Sparks Jewelry

Evergreen Lane Productions Christmas Card (Filmed at the Denver Botanic Gardens on the night of our engagement!)

YNAB (You Need A Budget)

On today's episode, we're talking about our podcast's college fund, how many national parks we hope to visit on our RV trip, + Christian's new hobby (hint: it's homework).

This is a follow-up to last week's episode where we talked about our past relationships with goals + resolutions, + this week, we're following that up with how we're tackling goals this coming year.

It's our last episode of 2017! Here's what we covered today:

What goals have you set for yourself in 2017? What are you hoping to accomplish?

What's your main focus today?

Anyone know of a great RV spot to winter in Florida? Wanna be our neighbors?

What made you feel loved today?

The sweet venue where Annabelle had her business retreat for 2016

[Tweet "Take time away from the busyness to set priorities - @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Make sure to check back in on your goals as you move forward - @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "Use the guidance of others but take action that works for you - @swepttogether"]

[Tweet "What's your main focus for today? - @swepttogether"]

Resources Mentioned in Episode 018:

Episode 17 | New Beginnings, Part 1

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Evergreen Lane Productions

Momentum for Chrome

Day Designer

Passion Planner

Productivity Planner

Pomodoro Technique

Five Minute Journal