The Chef's Wife's Life

Happy Anniversary to my in-laws.  In this conversation, Jim and Stephanie, share 50 words/ideas/values that have helped them make it to 50 years of marriage.  All relationships take effort and work but if you take the time, you will find a deep friendship and lots of memories along the journey.  We encourage you to take the 50/50 Challenge.  I have attached their list to help you build your own.  “A good marriage is one where each partner secretly suspects they got the better deal.” —Unknown

Jim and Stephanie Gee's 50 Points to 50 Years of Marriage
https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRGj_kO3p0ZbJUBKFeBH5f4GhmHwaZmX-Ow46EdBN_p0MR3GM56hxGkTEOKH8CZoh6CMrqxXAqq5Duk/pub

It's the most wonderful time of the year!  We know that life gets busy and chaotic during this season when you want to just sit and relax and take it all in.  In this episode, we talk about the different ways that we can be generous by giving of our time, service, talents, and faith.  Every time I talk with Nadia I walk away smiling and I know you will, too.  Enjoy the conversation and let your light shine this holiday season!

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We are in the third part of our November Gratitude series.  Today you will hear from Leah about some of her loss, the effects it has had, and how gratitude has played a part in her grief.  She shares practices she has used to help her process and not stay stuck in the sadness.  We also talk about how grief and grieving look differently for each person.   While we know that the sadness will never fully go away on this side of heaven, we are thankful for Romans 15:13, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope."  Enjoy the conversation. 

Oola is a term we use when we are feeling balanced in the seven key areas of life:  fitness, finance, family, field, faith, friends, and fun.  In my conversation with Cheryl, we talked about how she has found gratitude in each of these areas after divorce.  Mindset and fun have been anchors in this journey.  She is a great example of someone striving to be her best version in all areas of life.   

"I want to face these new upcoming challenges that are for sure going to happen in life with a healthy and healed version so that I don't crack and fall apart.  I want to make sure that I face these challenges with the best version of me."
-Cheryl K.

Enjoy the conversation!

Gratitude comes easy when life is good, but how easily do we find it when we are going through hard times?  Angela's addiction story started way back in childhood, and while there were many points of sobriety, it wasn't until her complete surrender to God through her faith journey, that she can now find gratitude in her story.  She shares how it all began, her struggle with anxiety, and her walk with Jesus.  I am thankful for her bravery in sharing and I hope it helps us see others who are walking a similar path.  

There are many pockets of community and this week we dive into Family Community.  I'm with two of my sisters, Heather and Andrea, in today's episode.  We talk about how we have grown together over the years not just as sisters but also as friends.  It's all about intentionality!  I hope you enjoy the conversation and laugh along with us.  

I cannot stress how important community is.  With over 20 years of friendship, I sat down and had a fun conversation with my best friend, Alli.  Together we came up with the five things we think are needed to make and keep a lifelong friendship.   If you're looking to get connected or already have a tribe, this podcast is for you.  I hope you enjoy the conversation, stories, and laughter.  

Join my conversation with Heather Wallace on how we can care well for our ministry community.  We talk about who fits that role and what vocational ministry looks like.  She gives practical ways to care well for your church leaders and volunteers.  Enjoy the conversation.  

https://thewallacewanderings.org/

In today's episode, I talk about the importance of having community and people in your life.   Enjoy!

Looking for a good book for growth!  In this quick episode, you'll hear about my favorite four from this past year.  Enjoy!