Wine Together

Today Brooke and Deb talk about journaling.

Both Brooke and Deb journal for personal reasons. Deb recently learned that one style of journaling that she does is called « junk journaling » … she is not crazy about the term, but loves to fill her books with momentos such as stickers, brochures, and pictures and that is exactly how she understands junk journaling looks.

Also, Brooke has committed to walking up the mountain to Weissenstein with Deb… stay tuned for that update!😁💜

In this episode, Brooke and Deb reflect on the month of September. For both Brooke and Deb, the start of school is one of their fondest thoughts when reflecting on past Septembers. 📚📙

The two also have a few songs that keep the month of September close to their hearts.

Wake Me Up When September Ends by Green Day

September by Earth, Wind , & Fire

The many festivals in this part of Switzerland 🇨🇭 are also fun reasons to be talking about this month on a podcast.

However, for Dr. Deb at least, the best reason to talk about September is because she celebrates the birthdays of both Justin and Rinn.

In this episode, Brooke and Dr. Deb spoke about the end of summer. What does the end of summer bring?

- change out your clothes/closet

- change out your shoes

- change your exercise schedule

- change your attitude

We all get into a flow when the weather changes and become comfortable with our schedule, but it is important that we remain aware of how to care for ourselves so that we can care for others. So… with that said… take care, everybody. We appreciate you.

Airlines… the good, the bad, and the ugly! Well… our conversation was all the bad and the ugly with a sprinkle of good. We agree that airlines do not do enough to make the customer experience worth the hassle and the price.

Brooke mentioned that she watched a clip from John Oliver regarding airlines and the safety issue is something that needs to be taken more seriously as it supposedly was in earlier years.

Also mentioned… the board game Monopoly, but not in a fun and assured way. And honestly, if Dr. Deb is talking about it, there is nothing affirming to say. Her experience with that game has never been positive.

Although Brooke had the Faustino Crianza in Switzerland (which is posted on the Wine Together Instagram page), Dr. Deb and Hubby Todd drank a Chianti while recording this episode.

Dr. Deb and Hubby Todd talk about their latest adventures on their trip to the US. They have camped, used Air B&B, stayed with family and are currently at a resort in Virginia Beach, VA. This trip has included hiking 🥾, waterfall seeking, and spending time with their kids… unfortunately, minus Brooke. 😞

Stay strong, People… spread love and kindness.

Brooke and Dr. Deb had the trip of a lifetime to London in a continued celebration of their birthdays in 2025!

A friend invited Dr. Deb to London in April to see the Alice Cooper-Judas Priest concert in July. Brooke tagged along and the celebration doubled. The stay at Hotel 41 on Buckingham Palace Road was more than anyone could hope for to celebrate the emergence of their 60th year on earth, but it was made more special with friends and Brooke. A huge shout out and thank you to Carolien and Marcos.

Brooke and Dr. Deb share some highlights of the trip in this episode and promise to take more trips to be able to share the beauty of learning through travel. We met some wonderful people on this trip and will hopefully stay in touch to have some of these beautiful souls as guests on future episodes.

In this episode of Football Friday, Brooke and Todd discuss their favourite moments of this year's Women's Euros!

Today Brooke and Deb talk about one of their favorite things… castles. The magic and mystery of a castle intrigues both hosts for different reasons. Deb says silly things like “house hunting” when speaking of the beautiful buildings and Brooke just thinks of the fantasy of living like a princess (or maybe the keeper of the Torture Room - who knows!)🤣

Fresh off a tour of one of Switzerland’s +500 castles and castle ruins - Schloss Thun - Brooke and Deb are still excited about the fantasy experienced from that short visit.

Today Brooke and Deb are joined by most of Brooke’s siblings to chat about anything and everything to make Mama’s birthday unforgettable. Joining are:

Rinn, Emilia, and Justin. Mason was unavailable and has promised to join again in another episode.

On this episode, Brooke and Deb talk about rock music…. It’s origins, some favorite sub-genres, favorite bands, favorite songs… as stated in previous episodes, music works as a magic healer to Deb and this topic will always be one she enjoys.

Brooke likes many types of music for a variety of reasons, but she has fond memories of living in a home where rock music (and other music) has been celebrated, talked about, and danced to for most of her life.

We hope you have fond memories of positive experiences through music and dance in your life.