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In this deeply moving episode of The Powder Room, Lady Ivy sits down with her cousin Lisa to share an extraordinary story of love, loss, and the long road to healing.

After 17 years of marriage, Lisa’s husband Tony — the love of her life — was tragically killed in a car accident where she was the passenger. What followed was years of navigating grief, faith, and the slow rebuilding of her world.

Through her pain, Lisa found purpose — birthing a ministry called The Healing Concierge, where she now helps others walk through their own journeys of loss with grace and compassion.

Together, they discuss how to process deep loss, how faith can both comfort and challenge you, and what it truly means to live and love after tragedy.

If you’re walking through grief or supporting someone who is, this episode will remind you that healing is possible — one step, one breath, one prayer at a time.

💜 Because sometimes, love’s greatest lesson is found in loss.

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In this Thanksgiving episode of The Powder Room, we’re talking about what it really means to live life thankful — not just when the turkey is hot, the family is behaving, and your wig is sitting right. Gratitude is a lifestyle, not a seasonal special… and definitely not something we dust off only in November.

Let’s be honest: It’s a whole lot easier to focus on what’s not going right. Bills? Due. Traffic? Horrible. Somebody at work? Getting on your LAST nerve. But God still expects us to give thanks in all things — even the things we didn’t pray for, didn’t plan for, and don’t particularly like. (I know… He be stretching us!)

In this episode we’ll dig into:

• Why negativity feels more natural than gratitude
• What gratitude really means (beyond the cute journals)
• How living thankful can shift your mood, your relationships, and your faith walk
• The surprising benefits of a grateful heart
• Simple ways to practice thankfulness daily — without pretending life is perfect

Whether this season has your heart full or your patience thin, this conversation will remind you that God is still good, blessings are still present, and joy is still available.

So pull up a seat. Let’s laugh, reflect, and talk about how to live life thankful — on purpose, and with God at the center.

Happy Thanksgiving, and may your gratitude be real… not performative.

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In this episode of The Powder Room, we’re exploring the messy middle between what’s said and what’s heard — because somewhere between our intention and someone else’s perception, the message often gets lost.

Lady Ivy unpacks how effective communication has become a lost art in the age of social media, where memes, emojis, and text speak have replaced real conversation. She discusses how easily tone and meaning can be misread, why we must take ownership of our emotional triggers, and the fine line between being honest and just being mean.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood or struggled to express yourself without causing offense, this episode will challenge you to pause, reflect, and communicate with both truth and grace.

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Waiting on God can be one of the heaviest seasons in life. You start strong—full of faith and hope—but over time, the unanswered prayers, delayed promises, and long stretches of silence can begin to feel like a burden. In this episode of The Powder Room, we’re unpacking what happens when the wait becomes a weight.

Join me as we talk about the emotional toll of prolonged waiting, how to keep your heart from growing weary, and ways to stay hopeful when the promise seems far away. We’ll discuss how to guard your spirit during the process, why waiting doesn’t mean inactivity, and how to keep your faith stronger than your feelings.

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Lord, how much longer?”—this conversation is for you.

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Even the strongest believers get tired. You pray, you serve, you show up faithfully — but sometimes the results don’t match the effort, and fatigue starts to settle in. In this episode of The Powder Room, we’re getting honest about what it means to be weary while doing well.

We’ll explore the human side of weariness, why feeling tired doesn’t mean you’ve lost faith, and how to find grace in your process. If you’ve been doing everything “right” but still feel drained, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone — and that your season of sowing is not in vain.

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In this episode, we continue our discussion on what is means to be "Single and Content".  We’ll talk about what it truly means to be fulfilled on your own, how to avoid seeking someone else to “save” or “rescue” you, and the strength that comes from self-awareness and independence. We’ll also explore the unique benefits of marrying later in life—like increased clarity, maturity, and stability—that can create healthier, more intentional partnerships.

Whether you’re single, dating, or just reflecting, this conversation is about embracing your season, thriving where you are, and preparing yourself for love from a place of wholeness.

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After walking through the powerful marriage journeys of our guests in the Why Did I Get Married? series, it’s time to shift the conversation back to singleness. In this episode, we’ll unpack why the greatest gift you can bring into a relationship is contentment in your singleness. Being single doesn’t mean you’re incomplete or living at a deficit—your worth isn’t defined by your relationship status.

We’ll talk about what it truly means to be fulfilled on your own, how to avoid seeking someone else to “save” or “rescue” you, and the strength that comes from self-awareness and independence. We’ll also explore the unique benefits of marrying later in life—like increased clarity, maturity, and stability—that can create healthier, more intentional partnerships.

Whether you’re single, dating, or just reflecting, this conversation is about embracing your season, thriving where you are, and preparing yourself for love from a place of wholeness.

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Just as we know summer is giving way to fall by the cooler nights and changing leaves, our lives also give us signs when we’re entering a new season. In this episode of The Powder Room, we talk about the major transitions many of us face after 40 — from caring for aging parents, shifting careers, and navigating menopause (for both men and women), to changes in relationships, finances, and identity.

Together, we’ll explore how to recognize these shifts, embrace them with grace, and gather practical tools to manage them well. Because just like the beauty of autumn, life’s transitions can be rich, meaningful, and even empowering — if we learn to lean into them.

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In this special recap episode, we close out Why Did I Get Married? series by reflecting on the powerful stories, challenges and experiences shared by each couple. From navigating communication and trust, to healing past wounds and embracing faith, this conversation brings together the biggest takeaways from every episode.

Whether you’re single, newly married or have decades of marriage under your belt, you’ll walk away with practical wisdom, fresh perspective and encouragement for your own relationship journey. Listen in as we highlight the common threads that connect every marriage story, the surprising insights we didn’t see coming and my personal reflections as your host.

 💬 Join the conversation: What was your favorite takeaway from the series? Share your thoughts with us!

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In the final installment of The Powder Room’s Why Did I Get Married? series, we sit down with Lawrence and Joycelyn Sheard, a couple who prove that love has no expiration date. Married for just 2.5 years, their story is one of second chances, unexpected blessings and a love that is equal parts heartfelt and enjoyable.

Lawrence, a widower and Joycelyn, previously divorced and widowed — never imagined they would marry again. But God had other plans. What neither was seeking, they found in each other: Joy, companionship and a partnership built on mutual respect and honest communication.

In this candid conversation, Lawrence and Joycelyn let us peek into the beauty of encountering love later in life—a love that’s fun, spicy, and ever evolving. Their journey is a reminder that it’s never too late to experience love, laughter and God’s perfect timing.