Southern Sides

Finally, we have been able to get together to record another episode. Our lives have been going through a lot of change. We talk about grocery shopping, driving, speed limits, and Hallmark MOVIES!!! Is your Christmas tree up yet? Guess what? Ours are! We hope you’ll forgive us for taking a break and that as … Continue reading "Episode 036: All The Changes"

In this episode we read some listener mail. The question, “What is your signature dish?” was asked so, we answer that. Also, would you buy a Southern Sides cookbook? We are wondering

This is part two of two episodes where we talk about anger. A listener asked what our strategies for anger were so, we decided to share about how we struggle with anger and how we deal with anger. We had so much to say that it turned into two episodes. It’s National Recovery Month so … Continue reading "Episode 034- Anger Strategery Pt 2"

This is part one of two episodes where we talk about anger. A listener asked what our strategies for anger were so, we decided to share about how we struggle with anger and how we deal with anger. We are so grateful for your listening ears and hope that you’ll come back and keep listening. … Continue reading "Episode 033- Anger Strategery Pt 1"

In this episode we talk about money, money anxiety, money and budget stuff and specifically OUR money stuff. We mention Dave Ramsey. We talk about our backgrounds with money and we even share some of the inexpensive meals that we like to make when we are on a budget like, Hobo Dinners, Chili, and Lentils … Continue reading "Episode 032- Money Things"

In this episode you will hear from Leslie, Sarah, and Charco (Cheri & Marco) We read through some listener mail and a listener message from Facebook. We talk about weather, traveling, traveling tips and the some of the places we’ve eaten while traveling to certain areas. Leslie is flying to Utah, anyone want to give … Continue reading "Episode 031- Travel Things"

This is part two of two episodes regarding mental health- specifically ours and how we aren’t great at taking care of it and about those things that make us aware that we aren’t doing well emotionally and spiritually. We are not licensed counselors or therapists. We want to encourage you to seek the help of … Continue reading "Episode 30- How to Suck at Mental Health Part Two"

This is part one of two episodes regarding mental health- specifically ours and how we aren’t great at taking care of it and about those things that make us aware that we aren’t doing well emotionally and spiritually. You’ll also hear about Jessica’s Chamoy apples. We are so grateful for your listening ears and hope … Continue reading "Episode 029- How to Suck at Mental Health Part 1"

In this episode we talk about how we have learned to let go of some of our hurts. We talk about Celebrate Recovery A LOT and how it has given us all the tools to get through life. Find a local Celebrate Recovery here. How do I know if Celebrate Recovery is for me? Click … Continue reading "Episode 028- Let It Go"

After a month hiatus due to life, we are back! Listen as we tell you about what’s been going on in our lives. We also read some listener e-mail. We are one less side currently- our lovely Mayra has moved 4 hours away. We will try and get some episodes with her when some of … Continue reading "Episode 027- We’re Back"

On this episode you are hearing from Sarah, Cheri and Leslie. We had a question asked of us on Instagram and that was, “What advice would we give to our younger self?” So, that’s what we are talking about on this episode. Baby Marco is with us in the episode, cooing and enjoying the lights … Continue reading "Episode 26: Dear Younger Us"

Jessica has officially been dubbed, “The Mean One” We talk about Jess going viral for the second time and the meme made of her and the background to this video. [We have permission to post it] We read some listener email and reply to that. Also, baby Marco is visiting us on this episode and … Continue reading "Episode 025 – Jess Goes Viral"

In this episode we talk about what we do for self-care. What helps us feel human again? Listen and find out. We talk a lot about manicures and pedicures and about Cheri’s new coffee maker

In this episode we talk about “Los Maderos Del San Juan” and a bunch of other Spanish songs for kids. We talk about the show that Jessica is currently watching (not intended for children) and talk about Munchausen Syndrome. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or email us at southernsidestx@gmail.com ! We’d love to hear from you and we … Continue reading "Episode 023- Right Now"

Sarah is back and we have Marco as a special guest! We talk about a lot of things at our table today from old TV shows to Code Adam. Have fun! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or email us at southernsidestx@gmail.com ! We’d love to hear from you and we hope that you’ll be able to find a … Continue reading "Episode 022- Guess Who’s Back?! And Feeling 22!"

We are LEGAL- 21 episodes! Sit down with a big glass of sweet tea or unsweet tea if you’re not doing sugar and listen to us tell a story about something we did when we were 21. We also read some listener email. We talk about who the favorite is:) Check out our Instagram to … Continue reading "Episode 021- Story Time"

This episode is full of so many emotions. We laugh, we cry and we talk about our relationships with our parents. We also talk about the best advice we got from our parents. Check out our Instagram to see photos of our parentals. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or email us at southernsidestx@gmail.com ! We’d love to hear … Continue reading "Episode 020- Parents 1-2-3-GO!"

In this episode we talk about what a typical Sunday looks like for us. We also talk about our favorite place to frequent on Sunday after church- Super Cream USA! Of course we tell you about the things we order and why and how we love them all! If you enjoyed listening to us, please … Continue reading "Episode 019- Sunday, Sunday, Sunday"

In this episode we reflect on some things that we need to get better at on our podcast. We also discuss some things about ourselves and ask if we are the only ones. Jessica also mentions that she has a special story that we are gonna have to have you make a donation to hear. … Continue reading "Episode 018- I Thought I Was The Only One"

In this episode we talk about the movie Unplanned. As we are a faith-based podcast, this podcast is based on our beliefs and our opinion of the movie. Also, we are not licensed counselors or therapists but would love to hear from you if you have questions or need some help. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or email … Continue reading "Episode 017- Movie Night: Unplanned"

In this episode we read some listener mail, we sing a little, get silly, have a drop in visitor (Leslie’s husband, Aaron) and then talk about the things currently going on in our lives. If you enjoyed listening to us, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and if you don’t use Apple Podcast’s … Continue reading "Episode 16: Right Now- Current Life"

Please forgive us for the delay on this episode. We had some technical difficulties that kept us from being able to upload our episode but we are up and running now! This is our quinceneara episode! YAY! In this episode we answer a question from Mayra about what our dream jobs are. If you enjoyed … Continue reading "Episode 015- Dream Jobs"

We are releasing this episode a day late BUT we announce the winner for our Southern Sides Mug Giveaway!!! The winner is getting our mug and a gift card to Starbucks. On this episode we talk about a lot of different things. We talk about prayer and fasting. If there’s anything you would like for … Continue reading "Episode 014 -All the Things"

We were supposed to announce our mug giveaway winner in this episode BUT we have extended it until NEXT Saturday. This week we talk about our “Right Now’s”: Cricuts, Crossfit, Billy Graham, Babies, Chronological Bible Reading and the Book of Ruth!! Meal Prepping, 6 weeks of meals for when Sarah’s baby arrives and Bible Novela’s. … Continue reading "Episode 013- Right Now: Cricuts, Crossfit and more…"

First of all, we are officially a legit podcast! YAY! Listen to us talk about how we take our coffee. I promise it’s interesting LOL! We have a giveaway! You can win a Southern Sides coffee mug and a gift card to Starbucks by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts (or if you don’t … Continue reading "Episode 012- How Do We Take Our Coffee?"

This week we talk about Charro Days & Spring Break! We discuss Charro Days and what it is all about. Find some pictures on our social media pages. We talk about how we are 20 minutes from South Padre Island and we do not visit during Spring Break. If you enjoyed listening to us, please … Continue reading "Episode 011- Charro Days & Spring Break"

In this episode, someone is on the verge of hangry. We couldn’t decide what to talk about. Yesterday, March 1st was “National Dagum That’s Good Day” so we decided on what was the best thing we have ever eaten and even though one of us was pretty much starving, we STILL talked about the BEST … Continue reading "Episode 010- The Best Thing We Ever Ate"

One of our sides wasn’t with us in the last episode, Jessica. So, we begin this episode with her telling us about her beauty routine. We also talk about our current favorite things, our “Favorite Right Now” things. We only get to talk about our favorite shows and decided that maybe this is something we … Continue reading "Episode 009 – Right Now “TV Shows”"

In this episode we talk about what we do to get ready for the day, our skin, makeup and hair routines. We talk about Mayra’s eyebrows, Sarah’s beautiful skin and how she gets ready for a special occasion, the amount of time it takes Cheri to get ready, and Leslie’s quick routine when she’s running … Continue reading "Episode 008 – Are We Gonna Be Cute?"

In this episode we talk about Valentine’s Day in our lives and you get to hear all our opinions on it and how or if we celebrate. Being that we are all either married, widowed, or divorced this is different for us all. Flowers? No Flowers? Do we like to get them? What is your … Continue reading "Episode 007- Valentine’s Day"

In this episode we talk all things new in the new year. We talk about Marie Kondo and the Netflix show Tidying Up. Listen as we share about the things that we are doing as the New Year begins, the things we are struggling to part with and how we are getting things done. Hear … Continue reading "Episode 006 -All Things New"

In this episode we talk all about how Southern Sides came to be: the who, the what, the why and the how of it all. We want you to know what to expect as you continue to listen to us. We want to give you hope, hope that good, healthy, safe female friendships CAN happen … Continue reading "Episode 005-The Who, The What, The Why, and The How"

We recorded this episode in September as we were preparing for the Holidays. We talk about looking back at the goals we set at the beginning of 2018 and to see if we actually met those goals. Have we decluttered, have we gained weight, have we done those things that we said we would do … Continue reading "Episode 004- Holiday Craze"

In this episode we introduce each other and tell you our favorite things about each other. Yes, we know, lots of introductions but we REALLY want you to know who we are. Plus, it was a GREAT way to encourage each other. Women need to do that for each other more often. Tell the women … Continue reading "Episode 003- Encourage"

In this episode all five of us are in attendance and you get to hear us all answer one question so that you can get to know our personalities a little better. Our podcast is centered around friendship so we all talk about what we wish we were better at in friendship and what we … Continue reading "Episode 002- More Getting To Know Us"

We decided that we would do a little table talk for you so that you could get to know us a little. We are missing one of our southern sides, Jessica, but she’ll be on soon! Listen to our answers to the following questions: Are you a lover or a fighter? Where was the best … Continue reading "Episode 001- Table Talk"

Here's a little taste of what you'll get to hear from us!