Your Age Is Not Your Cage™

I’m back after taking a little hiatus after my precious Dad passed away after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s on September 2, 2023.  He was in no pain and died peacefully at home surrounded by family, just as we had prayed. Jesus mercifully answered and took him home to Heaven.

Today I’m sharing some life updates including updates on my kidney donation, walking through Alzheimer’s, hospice, grieving, being your own health advocate, faith, family, community, and so much more.

I share my heart today and I invite you in.  My hope is that this helps someone else today.

xoxo

Carla

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Website:  https://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

For Sponsorships & Promos, contact: [email protected]

RESOURCES:

www.parentingagingparents.com

www.oasissenioradvisors.com

www.rightathome.net

**DISCLAIMER: My guests and I are only here to provide support & educational information. We are not providing medical advice. We recommend that you work with holistic practitioners, functional medicine practitioners, and your primary care physician. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

Today I have a special treat for you as I chat with my vibrant and energetic, dear friend, Mary Fields.  I first learned about Mary in April of 2021 on another podcast, Nutrition with Judy, and I was immediately inspired and intrigued by this 80-year-old powerhouse Judy had on her podcast!  Judy had mentioned if anyone wanted to get in touch with Mary to email Judy and she’d share her email address so I did and the rest is history! Mary & I have been friends ever since.

Mary is a fierce prayer warrior and faithful follower of Jesus!  Her excitement and zest for life is truly contagious!  I cannot wait for the fire inside you to be ignited or re-ignited once you hear her passion for health and for life! She will inspire you to want to get out there and do big things at any age!!  You are never too old and it’s never too late.

A few topics we discuss:

*Mary’s health history over her 80 years

*Her carnivore journey - how it has affected & improved her overall health

*What can listeners who want to explore this lifestyle do to get started

*The importance of mindset & what she does to keep a positive mindset

*What a typical day looks like for this active 80-year-old

*Mary’s thoughts on aging in a youth-obsessed culture

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Website:  https://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

For Sponsorships & Promos, contact: [email protected]

CONNECT WITH MARY:

Email:  [email protected]

If you’d like a copy of her book, email Mary.

RESOURCES DISCUSSED:

www.nutritionwithjudy.com

Nutrition with Judy Podcast

Judy’s book: The Carnivore Cure

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**DISCLAIMER: I am only here to provide support & educational information. I am not providing medical advice. I  recommend working with holistic practitioners, functional medicine practitioners, and your primary care physician. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

In this episode, I chat with my inspiration, Ginny MacColl who is the oldest person to complete an obstacle on American Ninja Warrior!  She is 71 years young and wow what an inspiration she is to anyone that follows her life story.  She is truly amazing!

Ginny is an actress, dancer, and competitive athlete in both Ninja and swimming.  She began her career in NYC as a dancer on Broadway. After a 20-year hiatus to raise her family, Ginny rekindled her acting career in retirement in Southport, NC.  Ginny began strength training with her daughter Jessie Graff @jessiegraffpwr, who has gone farther than any female on American Ninja Warrior.  At 63 years old, Ginny did her very first pull-up! She later competed on American Ninja Warrior on seasons 9, 10, and 15. 

Now at 71 years old, Ginny continues to compete regionally in Ninja competitions and local, state, and national swim meets. She also has appeared in several movies & TV shows!

WHEW!  Are you inspired yet??  Just wait until you hear Ginny’s story.  You’ll be fired up and ready to go after the dreams you’ve been putting off!  It’s never too late and you’re never too old!

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

CONNECT WITH GINNY:

https://www.Instagram.com/ginnymaccoll

https://www.Facebook.com/GinnyMacColl

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMC3-fNX0qjSFHIPNDABLqQ

Ginny’s daughter Jessie:

https://www.Instagram.com/jessiegraffpwr

For Sponsorships & Promos, contact: [email protected]

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**DISCLAIMER: I am only here to provide support & educational information. I am not providing medical advice. I  recommend working with holistic practitioners, functional medicine practitioners, and your primary care physician. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.

On today’s episode, we’re talking about a subject that is very near and dear to my heart, especially because this is the season of life I’m walking in now and I know it’s also the space many of our listeners are in right now too.

My guests today are Kim & Mike Barnes.  They have each spent more than 30 years on TV here in my hometown of Austin, Texas. Kim was a news anchor/reporter and Mike was a sportscaster.  They have two kids who are both recent college graduates.  They’re empty nesters and they have parents in their 80s just like me.  Now, these award-winning journalists are using their professional and personal experiences to support adult children caring for their aging parents.

I cannot wait for you to hear this episode! I’m confident this is going to help so many people out there that were just as lost as I was. You will feel equipped and empowered after learning more about their organization, Parenting Aging Parents.

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Website:  https://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

For Sponsorships & Promos, contact: [email protected]

CONNECT WITH KIM & MIKE BARNES | PARENTING AGING PARENTS:

https://parentingagingparents.com/

FB: https://facebook.com/groups/parentingagingparents/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingagingparents/

Email: [email protected]

Welcome to Your Age Is Not Your Cage with Carla Allen!  I’m so glad you’re here.  We have many new listeners here so I wanted to re-introduce myself and share a little bit about why I do what I do!  This podcast only touches the tip of the iceberg of why I do what I do, but it’ll give an idea of what I’m passionate about and why it matters to you.

I hope you enjoy it and gain some new insight from what I’ve shared. My desire is for this to speak to someone who needed to hear this today.

I truly appreciate you listening, rating, reviewing, downloading, and sharing!

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

For Sponsorships & Promos, contact: [email protected]

RESOURCES:

INSTAGRAM RESOURCES:

@thenaturalmindedmomma

@kale.blossom

@taylordukeswellness

@wellness.homemade

@the_fit_farmacy

@flavcity

@maxlugavere

@drmarkhyman

@chrisbeatcancer

@nutritionwithjudy

In my conversation today, Emily’s son Owen or as we like to call him, “Mighty O” is truly a miracle child. You will be in absolute awe of the remarkable courage, dedication, perseverance, and faith that the Cobb family exhibits every single day.

Owen required fetal surgery at 25 weeks, has been diagnosed with 10 different types of medical conditions, has undergone countless MRIs, scans, bloodwork, x-rays, etc., and he will for the rest of his life. Owen often asks Emily when he will grow out of Spina Bifida. He is a happy, satiated child, despite his physical differences. Owen is now 7 ½ years old, he loves unconditionally, has a glowing smile, and a wonderful personality. 

The journey the Cobb family has been on since before Owen was born will inspire you beyond words, bring you to tears, and encourage you like never before to never give up and never take anything for granted.  Emily and her husband, Justin are two of the most courageous, selfless, loving parents you will ever meet.  

Today’s episode reminds me so much of Jesus’ love for us no matter what and that He will equip us with the strength we need to endure all that comes our way. The Cobb family gives us all encouragement in how we can walk in holy boldness and faith no matter what life throws at us.

CONNECT WITH EMILY:

[email protected] 

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email: [email protected]

RESOURCES FOR TODAY’S EPISODE:

PTFK Warriors

Private group for “Protect Texas Fragile Kids” - good resource for legal issues and lots of amazing medical mamas 

Spina Bifida support group - private group, but likely they would accept family/friends

Fetal Surgery for Spina Bifida - private group (mommas who have had fetal surgery for SB)

Bowel Management for Spina Bifida - private group (i use this one the most) lots of urinary and bowel questions answered in here.

Special Mom's Group - local to Houston (private group) - medical mamas of all diagnoses within Houston limits.

**DISCLAIMER:  We are NOT medical professionals or licensed counselors. This in no way serves as any type of medical advice. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only to help you make your own informed choices and it is not intended to replace the advice from your medical doctor.

Today I’m talking with my dear friend, Shawn Osmond. Shawn and I talk about some very sensitive topics that often stay hidden because of the immense shame and regret we bury deep inside.  Shawn is sharing about her abortions and the addictions that held her hostage for many years. Once Shawn began learning more about Jesus and what it meant to walk in relationship with Him, her life completely changed.  Shawn is a Jesus lover, wife, momma and she’s super passionate about working with women who are marginalized in our society. Shawn loves fighting for the underdog and with the help of Jesus, she knows that anything is possible!  She has devoted her life to sharing her story with the world to help others know that they too can be set FREE.

CONNECT WITH SHAWN OSMOND:

[email protected]

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

RESOURCES:

https://www.austinstone.org/groups/forgiven-and-set-free-post-abortive-care-group

https://www.lahacienda.com/programs/90-day-drug-and-alcohol-program

https://www.dropbox.com/s/k9qq0rcpzb5pvjz/RM-Wk3-Bumper-D2.mp4?dl=0&unfurl=1

Additional Listening:

Jamie Ivey’s Happy Hour Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-hour-with-jamie-ivey/id880741976?i=1000400755459

**DISCLAIMER:  We are NOT medical professionals or licensed counselors and we don’t pretend to be. This in no way serves as any type of medical advice. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only to help you make your own informed choices and it is not intended to replace the advice from your medical doctor.

I had the pleasure of sitting down in person with Tammy Turner, my lifelong friend and kidney transplant recipient, as we recorded an update on our transplant surgery that was on June 7, 2023. 

This is a conversation not only for those in a similar situation, but it’s truly for anyone! I believe that our journey can help others be inspired and encouraged in whatever they may be going through. 

Let’s get started!

Further Listening:

EP1: A Donor’s Story with Tammy Turner

Resources:

National Kidney Donation Organization

https://www.nkdo.org/?fbclid=IwAR2J_IrGOewGdFN2QsUS23XCNtQ7D8x2tPrl8fOVc9xteF_bJpVLkxabnqQ

National Kidney Foundation

https://www.kidney.org/

Kidney Donor Information:

Jane Deleon, BSN, RN, CNOR

Living Donor Kidney Transplant Coordinator

Kidney Transplant Program

Baylor St.Luke’s Medical Center

6620 Main, Ste 1450 | Houston, TX 77030

832-355-7061 (office) | 832-398-7717 (fax)

[email protected]

Connect with us:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

https://www.instagram.com/tamdturner

If you’d like to be a guest on this podcast, please contact me at: [email protected]

Today I’m going to be talking with my friend, Laura Pastor. Laura has quite a story to share with you that I know you’re going to want to hear. There is a word that no one wants to hear. The “C” word. Cancer. Something that women never want to be uttered out of their doctor's mouths is “You have breast cancer.”  Yet, that is what Laura heard. Cancer affects all of us in some way.  But cancer is NOT the end of Laura’s story!  Join me in listening to Laura’s amazing journey.

A few topics we discuss:

*Background about your life and your health before your cancer diagnosis

*Your story about how, when & where you learned you had breast cancer? 

*What did you find helpful to get you through this experience that could help others?

*What did you learn after going through this that you wished you had known before?

*What experiences surprised you during this time?

*How did Integrative Health play an important role in your life?

*Talk about your breast implants and what led you to get them removed just recently?

*How have these experiences changed you?

CONNECT WITH LAURA:

[email protected]

CONNECT WITH CARLA:

https://www.instagram.com/yourageisnotyourcage/

https://www.instagram.com/adonorsstory/

https://www.facebook.com/mrscarlaallen?mibextid=LQQJ4d

http://carlaallen.com

RESOURCES:

Dr. Robert Whitfield

https://www.drrobertwhitfield.com/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic

Erica Ingier

Integrative Health

(512) 983-3357

**DISCLAIMER:  We are NOT medical professionals and we don’t pretend to be. This in no way serves as any type of medical advice. We’re just two friends sitting down to chat about Laura’s journey with breast cancer, implants, and explants, and how this all affected her life. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only to help you make your own informed choices and it is not intended to replace the advice from your medical doctor.

Are you a connector? I’ve been told that I’m a connector of women!  I’d never thought about that, but I love it.  I have such a heart for connecting women and I want to help you to do the same. You may think that you’re not a connector, but don’t sell yourself short.  Listen in and I bet you’ll change your mind. 

I share in this episode how I started a couple different communities.  My hope is that it will help empower you to create a sweet community in your own area. We’re not meant to isolate and do this life alone.  So, let’s learn in this quick episode what steps we can take to get this off the ground!  You’ll be so glad you did.  Take the leap, grab some friends, and let’s do life together!  After all, life is so much better together.

xoxo,

Carla

Let’s Connect:

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