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Did we leave on a cliff hanger? Probably not. We wanted to get sit down and talk and do a little reflecting about this year before we attempt to recharge and restart making this every week. This is for us but we like sharing it with everyone too. Merry Christmas! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We managed our second podcast for the month. This early morning recording has us talking about the cell phone outage and what an apocalypse looks like for the Thomas family. We dug into a couple true crime shows and learned that the internet is wild. Abby's birthday is on the horizon so don't forget to pencil in celebrating on her behalf anytime in March. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last year we released 13 podcasts and this year Abby has already read that many books. Chat with us about how we are like the Kelce family, Abby's reminisces about her kidney stone and yes how our Christmas tree is still up.Also throw some thoughts to our pal Phillip Smith who is recovering after a fall off a ladder. Intro By Snail Music Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey we missed you. It's been busy. What better way to ease back into things than to talk about old nostalgic places we used to eat at back in the day. So many have come and gone. We confront some adult decisions and how Harlan defeated the potty monster. Thanks for listening! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the beginning of the month 8 of us went to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Most of the people there ( minus wives who hadn't met us yet) were in attendance on that day but furthermore they've been pieces of our lives for about 30 years. We recorded two sessions, all girls and all guys. The guys get the spotlight first as Matt Stokes, Seth Thatcher, Jason Ellis and Gary talk about their friendships, marriage and more. Proceed with caution. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh a fun week. It's all over the board as we talk about some holistic approaches that Abby takes to health. We discuss Miranda Lambert stopping her concert for some selfie takers and peel back some curtain on our love languages. Hope you enjoy! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vacation season and this year we went to Disneyworld. For all the pictures of fun and happiness we struggled but made the most of it. Car rides and dark rides were on the list. Harlan had fun at our expense and even Charley found some bright spots. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As mentioned, we got dressed up almost like prom and spent the night at a fancy work gala. Abby looked amazing and Gary was well hydrated thanks to the bourbon tasting. Abby closed out her teaching era by taking a new job outside the classroom. We take a dive into our favorite comedy and talk about the Matt Rife explosion. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We appreciate the patience and hopefully this marks the return.We discuss wanting our kids to be bored and how we had no choice. Abby had a yard sale. We watched The Machine! The struggle of being an autism parent can be a rollercoaster and that has been on display alot lately. We are getting dressed up to go to a fancy party. We love you! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This past week was interesting for sure. Abby went solo with the kids and hit a rough patch during a track meet that lasted way too long. Harlan has proved he is in no shape to test his physical stamina at Disneyworld yet. Gary had a quick trip to Texas and missed out on all the fun. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We realize it's been a minute but apologize for the wait, if you happened to be waiting. Abby had a birthday which she spent buying a car. We loaded said car up and went to Nashville for a getaway with our friends. We speak on the two year anniversary of Harlan's Autism diagnosis and celebrate the big progress he's made. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What better time to start adulting than in the end days. We talk about being parents and people asking us about raising our autistic son. We talk about how we would manage the end of the days and also how Abby doesn't want to be a beacon of light to anyone. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we break down the myth that Marie Kondo put out as she rolls back her statements on this tidying up craze. Harlan is a genius and overrides his screen time. Bravo H. We talk about great high school based movies, which are your favorites? Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We spent the weekend really soaking in some alone time under the guise of being supportive parents. We dish about meeting people who listen to the show, the craziness of the whole weight loss medicines now and how we don't do fancy too well. Make sure you listen to the songs that turn 30 years old this year, it really dealt a blow to our feelings of youth. Get Amazon Music Unlimited and Paramount Plus for only $4.99 by clicking here. #amazonpartner Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are way out of touch and have realized we don't watch the news, read newspapers or really interact with current events. Do you get your coverage of global events from memes? Just us? Well this week we talk about that void in our life as well as some hot takes in the weight loss world and how seeing the sun every once in a while is probably good for us. Like us? Tell a friend, leave a review and if you just wanna be a Sugar Daddy like Philip Smith you can join us on Acast+. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tik Tok may be a waste of time generally but some good things have come from it. Two big Tik Tok things have impacted us, one at a distance and one personally for Abby! What was up with the celebrity death prank and what celebrity would you you be shocked at if they passed. Gary stresses the need for a personal assistant and much more this week! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well why not get one more in before the end of the year. We survived Christmas, a Jack Harlow concert and managed to make some memories. We still were challenged and talked about those things that we could do better on over the year. We paid our respects to those foods that have been sent to the ether including the beloved Choco Taco. Abby is using Factor meals and we wanna give you a big chunk off so if that's something you're interested in click here! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we resurface. We didn't win the lottery or die, just been busy but we pledge to not leave you for this long again. Gary has become sensitive about the size of his legs, kids are wilding out with the one chip challenge and we recited the pledge of allegiance before Thanksgiving dinner. Shout out to our Sugar Daddy Phillip who's been staying the course. You can support us too if you feel compelled. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the current run of new media too nostalgic? Does it hit the mark at all. Like do we really need adult happy meals or Hocus Pocus 2? We will break it down. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We recorded this on a cool fall morning. Those are the best. Gary is about to start week 3 after his VSG surgery. Turns out he got to stay in the hospital anyway. Abby recalls her fond times of storytelling as the Cave Run Storytelling Festival is ongoing as is the ol' Sorghum Festival in West Liberty. Festival time is awesome. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We know we've been away but everyone gets busy right? Summer is giving way to fall and with that is homecoming season. Charley is prepping for her first high school dance and she's getting that special treatment. Abby had a routine mammogram and says it's not too bad. Gary's about to undergo bariatric surgery and Abby gets to be his nurse! Well close enough.... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back to school but things are way different these days. Charley joins Abby in the high school this year and we have to decide how we treat her and her path to adulthood as parents. Abby made it through 75 Hard and still thinks its stupid. Gary is right around the corner from bariatric surgery but everything is happening really fast in the Thomas house. Shout out to Phillip Smith for being a legacy Sugar Daddy. Get 20% off your first month at Online- Therpay.com by clicking here. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

This is a big milestone for us as we hit the big 19 year anniversary. The traditional gift is bronze but we have been a little stray from traditional though. This week we break down 19 big facts about our marriage. Some may or not surprise you. Shout out to Sugar Daddy Phillip SmithGet 20% off Online-Therapy.com and get started today by clicking here. Get an Echo Show 8 and Amazon Premium at a huge discount here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We are back from a whirlwind vacation. Most people have their highlight reel splashed on their social media, as did we. It isn't always photo-ops and sunshine though. We talk about some challenges we had and overall how things went. We left the ocean and headed to the mountains before making it back just in time to go to work and other appointments. Get 20% off Online-Therapy.com services by clicking here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We are heading to the beach! Not before we talk about preparing to go, however. We trail off to space after all the recent pictures are out on the internet and realize we really don't know that much about it. Abby delves into some toxic traits and habits to explain what they may mean. Sugar Daddy Executive Producer Phillip SmithGet 20% off your first month with Online-Therapy.com by clicking here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

This week we are preparing for a vacation but not before Abby finds herself in some type of existential crisis. Harlan saw his first movie and we dig into a conspiracy of processed meat fires. Shout out to our Sugar Daddy Phillip SmithGet 20% off at Online-Therapy.com to start your path to happiness and healing by clicking here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

Abby does the podcast from her reclined zero gravity chair. We started on the Stranger Things bandwagon on a date night. Processed meat is under attack and it's a holiday weekend so we gotta be a little social . Executive Producer Phillip SmithIf you want to try Online-Therapy with a little discount from us check it out here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

Abby went down a rabbit hole and talks all about her newfound knowledge on YouTube. Gary went to Memphis and had a great Father's Day and we celebrate our first Acast+ subscriber Phillip Smith, our first sugar daddy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

What a week. Abby tries her hand and body at Crossfit all week as well as ticking off days on her journey of 75 Hard. We review some of the best summer jams to be had during our prime in the 90's . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We have kicked off summer with some new and fun things that would test any marriage. Together we have decided to dig back into 75 Hard and the adversity that brings. Gary is going through his own journey to health and the kids are just here for the ride. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

Fresh off a 14th birthday, 8th grade promotion and life with us we talk with our daughter Charley Anne. She answers ours and your questions. If you love it give it a share. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

It's that time of year for all the great celebrations like Mother's Day and graduations. We are prepping for a few and Gary tells about how much he's looking forward to it. Abby tries her hand at buying salvage foods and we talk about what songs to play at our funerals. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We waited over year to go see Bert Kreischer with our friends Juan and David and his show did not disappoint. It was fun to be sober on Broadway in Nashville after midnight. Our friend Matt McCarthy invited us to a fun podcasting event and Abby voices her dislike of Elon Musk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We started podcasting together in 2016 and six years late we hit the big 100. We answer a few questions and talk about how we've been consistently inconsistent most of our marriage. Join Close Enough+ by clicking here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

Abby was on Spring Break and instead of going to the beach the Thomas family worked on a budget of time and money. Some conversations were lost in translation about some things so surprises were had. What is your favorite secret track from an album?Wanna help support the podcast? Join Close Enough+ by clicking here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

We are approaching 20 years of marriage and how fun is it to compare your love languages. We each took a test to identify ours and had some fun discussing it. Check your love language here https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language?fbclid=IwAR2ffUN_-R0_E6pb5pV0bW4CStBA6Pxp5XHZkJC-mq3-1P3q_wcZp46CBRY See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

This week marks one year that our son Harlan was diagnosed with ASD (autism). We go through what has happened, how we've managed and some funny stories that sum up life with our boy. We can't thank the people who have helped us along the way enough. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

So a few changes this week but hopefully for the best. First we would love to hear what you think, third we are on the verge of a big birthday weekend it is better planned out than our marriage. Netflix making people mad and more. Consider dropping a review and giving us a share! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

This one goes all over the place starting with a recap of a busy couple of weeks that included a funeral, a play and potty training. Abby gets interrupted during a passionate discussion on education and maybe Gary becomes a travel agent. Who's to say. We love you. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough.

It's Abby's birthday week! To prepare she caught a stomach bug, panic cleaned the house and is ready for a four day isolation for herself. We talk about crunchy Mom's and plastic surgery.

This week we dive into the difference between how we both party and how neither of us have time for a side hustle nor do we really want one. Plenty of good shout outs too.

An impromptu chat before an ice storm is supposed to hit the area. We talk about what we think of our podcats, Abby's prepping for the storm and how we want to be good parents despite our instincts.

Abigail is recovering from her illness and as always Gary remains a beacon of health. We talk about our experience with Covid in the house, the challenges of raising a 13 year old daughter and some things we truly believed that were actually all lies.

This week we detail our disappointment in missing out on Tom Segura in Nashville because Seth got Covid. Not really but what about this weather? Are we boomers? We love you all and hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed recording it!

We are a week into the New Year so congratulate yourself for making it. We recap a little of 2021 before talking about the new year including a fun little cult documentary we watched. Enjoy!

It's Christmas!!! We love you all and hope everyone is celebrating the holidays living their best life. We watched the new Beanie Manie documentary, went to visit friends and talked about how Airbnb in Nashville is sus.

It's been a couple weeks since we sat down together and why not catch up. 'Tis the busy season and man it's kicking our ass. Kids are busy, life is busy but we hope everyone is finding their way through the Holiday season.

Thanksgiving is upon us and we prepare for a little boy and Christmas. Gary had a little fun tailgating and we checked out the new movie with The Rock and Ryan Reynolds.

This week we dive into some scholarly topics on a crisp fall morning as well as hunting and the mystery that is Subway tuna. We had a couple outings last week so again, we are a week late.

We missed a week so we play catch up on all the things. Gary opens up about not being very empathetic which should shock everyone. Learn how we adult in our 40's as well as get caught up on our Halloween and more.

We are getting in the fall mood this week as we talk about some of our past traditions and the festivals we grew up week. Abby gets some feedback from the podcast and we preview some upcoming reboots and re-dos in the entertainment world.