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Hana shines and Aya rises.Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.“It is selfish to believe that your family will always love you. At some point you will be asked to earn it.”My equilibrium decided to cut me some slack and not invoke the reflexive vomiting. "It is only me, Hana, Imogen, Deidre, Mom, Buffy, hi Juanita," I hadn't spotted my designated bodyguard standing behind Chaz."Don't talk to me right now," she seethed. "I'm furious with you." Yep, she was the Caribbean Buffy."Perhaps she's pissed about the five extra Illuminati bodyguards added to the regular two around Hana plus the two circling Ghost Tigers having not a fucking clue what those other armed parties are doing in Hana's company," Pamela joked. She could. Everyone else was giving me crap about my social gaff."Hey now. This meeting is important. Imogen and I are going to have a child," I enlightened them. The door chimed open and we piled in with two Amazons whose 'fresh' look indicated a use of the showers within the past ten minutes."You consistently maintain particularly low standards," Chaz dryly remarked."I sent her here for a check-up and that gave Buffy a chance to meet Mom, Deidre and Imogen, plus two unarmed bodyguards," I kept bailing out the Titanic."Chaz, I am happy we aren't going to miss this one (lunch)," Pamela smiled at her two grandsons."Cáel, are you going to tell your fiancée you've impregnated your aunt?" Chaz was back to being mildly sympathetic to my 'totally fucked-up' life."Yes. I figured Buffy shooting death rays at me from her eyes will garner me enough confusion to get the words out of my mouth without her throwing her drink in my face, slapping me, then storming out," I envisioned.I got no more shit until I reached the garage for my vehicle. There an armed FBI Special Agent Virginia Maddox (did you know when a Federal Agent adds 'Special' to their title it means they have a gun?) stood next to my chariot. She'd drawn the short straw, meaning she had been given the chore of driving today.I found myself wondering when Yasmin would finally finish her orientation. Her training involved some serious mental challenges including a crash course from the FBI at Quantico concerning modern judicial theory & practice as well as whatever pre-Iron Age jurisprudence the Host practiced.Javiera promised me (and Katrina) that she would not-so-subtly remind those scholastically-groomed legal minds that a (couldn't use the word 'Amazon') legal code they followed had existed, with minor tweaking, as a successful social instrument for over 3,000 years. If they truly behaved in a respectful manner, the owners of the code might even show those people the Codex on the original horse-skin, written in Hittite cuneiform.Anyway, everyone assumed I had a good reason for heading to my apartment (aka need to retrieve a sleepy Odette.) Had I repeated 'the Bitch stole my fortune cookies', they might have simply taken me to an Asian-inclined grocery store. As we hit the second story landing, Chaz in the lead, we heard a passel of folks come down toward us from the fourth level.I didn't think there were that many people on the entire floor. Chaz and Pamela each went for their holstered pistol, while keeping them hidden in their jackets. Wiesława, who went for her PDW, backed up so she could fire through the stairs from beneath.Juanita, bless her heart, and Virginia had remained in the S U V because sending in more people would have left us piled into one another. If a firefight did break out, Juanita could bring in some serious hardware to back us up while Virginia called the appropriate authorities before rushing in herself.Around the corner on the third floor landing came a number of women, early/mid-twenties, physically fit, foreign clothes and downcast expressions. A few looked like they were about to cry. They were all in shirts and jeans, with no obvious weapons. Not looking lethal didn't ratchet down Chaz's vigilance. Me? I was instantly reminded how much sex I had been missing."Prince Cáel! You are alive!" spilled out of the first one, a fiery red-head with a billowing, thick mane, porcelain skin and adorable freckles. Her Irish brogue was enchanting. I had to wonder if she cried out in Gaelic during orgasm. Wasn't I about to meet my future bride plus numerous other love interests?She was fit, curvy and wearing an aqua shirt which exposed her midriff with a belly ring bearing a pearl drop, the requisite tattered skin-tight jeans and soft leather calf-boots."Why wouldn't I be alive?" I grinned, like a pirate discovering an all-girls school oceanographic classroom in need of plundering."How do total strangers know how unlikely it is that you would still be alive?" was Chaz's spin on things."We talked with your roommate. He said you had moved to Svalbard where you suffered an excruciating painful, yet richly deserved, death in a lemming stampede," she pouted, "and then the UN had your ashes exiled to Pluto because the Sun was too good for you."9, 10, 11 --12 of them looking, 3 with pale blonde hair that eerily reminded me of my fiancée, another red-head, two russet and five with deep, dark brown, or black hair. They were all fit, fit, fit! With an air of 'I graduated college only to discover: 1) no one was hiring Saline Soil Scientists, or 2) I no longer want to do any of the things I wanted to do when I picked this major. I was familiar with both types.Timothy would have been at work and Odette would have invited the troupe in to regale them with all sorts of tales, which would have included a tour of my bedroom. They clearly had missed Odette so, now I recalled; that particular excuse was one of the ten I had given the guy in 4B should anyone suspicious come calling.I imagine twelve hot, English-as-a-Second-Language girls might be considered, a bit odd. See, his was my address of record. I lied about my actual apartment, so random people who came looking for me went to him instead. This arrangement had been made prior to my understanding of the nature of my employment at Havenstone.I'd neglected, telling him to move out and go far, far away? Poor guy. I'd find a way to make it up to him later."Actually it was a southern vole immigration incident that was set off by the Bulgarian consulate offering repatriation for the first 10,000 applicants," I frowned, clearly traumatized by memory of the incident."These poor southern vole, native to the vacationer-friendly Black Sea resorts, were accidently introduced to the coldest inhabited place in the Northern hemisphere and they've been trying to get home ever since, that would be the equivalent of a century and a half in 'vole-years.""Despite the UN trying to quarantine any news of this Cricetidae catastrophe, I decided to evacuate the six most critically injured vole using a Bortolanza Pluto ultralight, which he must have confused with the UN sending my ashes to Pluto," I explained.Mind you, the 'southern' voles are native to, among other places, Norway, the owner of Svalbard. They were also native to the Bulgarian Black Sea coast so, The Pluto ultra-light, once built in Italy, is now called the 'Puma' and made in Canada, has a maximum range of 675 km, which would leave me crash landing into the Barents Sea, 260 km north of the northernmost airport in Norway, rendering me and my voles so much frozen food."You are an animal rights activist too?" several of the girls gasped. Yes. Yes I was. I was an animal and I was all for me having rights."Please, don't tell anyone about this," I grew serious. "I don't want my philanthropic efforts to be publicized. What I do, I do for the Earth's endangered ecosystems because it is what everyone should do, not because we suddenly feel bad about neglecting it.""E haere koe ki te whai kia nui ai," Pamela snorted. I'd ask her why she knew Maori later, right after I figured why Grandpa knew it."Ko toku mahere whānui," I replied. The girls looked confused."I'm also trying to revitalize endangered languages and revive dead ones. It is more of a hobby than life pursuit," I informed them."You really are a modern-day noble warrior-poet," the red-head leader sighed."Nah. I'm just a guy," I shrugged. "Besides, Ba ch ir fear a bheith ar eolas ag a gn omhais, n  a oidhreacht." (A man should be known by his deeds, not his heritage)."Sa ch s go bhfuil misneach, t  s il agam," she replied using my 'family' motto."Jos on jalot on toivoa,", "Ahol van b tors ga, van rem ny," and "cesaret olduğu yerde umut vardır," all followed. 'Where there is Valor, there is Hope' in Finnish, Hungarian and Turkish. I got the sneaking feeling this wasn't a college field trip gone awry. These chicks were coming at me with a purpose that included more than sexual gratification and a kiss good-bye. Ugh."Thank you," I genuflected, paying honor to their reciting of my personal vow. "Anyway, you appear to be looking for me, but I am afraid I don't know any of you. Taking into account that I have a late lunch date with my fiancée in a half-hour and will be taking notes at a feminist convention at 8, what can I do for you?" I was establishing my escape plan."We have come here to join you," an assertive, dusky-skinned one smiled. I had to think about this. I was a bit tired. Taking all twelve of these girls on in one orgy was currently beyond me. I'd do eight tonight and the last four before breakfast tomorrow. Ah, happy thoughts of the Lacrosse Finals."What exactly do you plan to do with Mr. Nyilas?" Chaz interrupted."We are the (Irish) 'Na conairte soith an   S aghdha ar', (Hungarian) 'A szuka kuty kat Herceg Nyilas', (Turkish) 'Prens ok u Kaltak K pekleri' and (Finnish) 'Narttu koirista prinssi jousimies'," they chorused.Pamela snickered. All of those fancy sounding names were variations on 'the Bitch Hounds of Prince Archer/Nyilas (with the Irish going for O'Shea)."You want to be my bodyguards?" I gawked. Lacking lions, the Irish choice of the 'fur-balls of death' were hounds. Being women technically made them 'bitches'. I had to move fast. Any second now Wiesława was going to figure out these over-anxious non-Amazons were trying to replace her."You do realize I've left piles of dead bodies in my wake, right?" I nearly choked. Pamela slapped me on my back."Of course," they sounded so chipper. Fuck you Internet and 'First Person Shooter' games. This wasn't a fucking game! Trained combatants who joined my retinue met grisly ends and this was their freaking profession!"Can I think about it? I mean, do any of you have any combat experience at all? Attacked someone in anger? Send off a blistering instant message?""Some of us have (combat experience I was assuming). We won't let you down.""You do realize Ms. Dubois is going to kill them, don't you Sir?" Chaz sent me a chilling look."Ms. Dubois?", "who is that?" and "kill us?" floated around."Ms. Dubois is my blood-hungry ferret who wears a 'naughty berserker' human suit to trick the masses.""Three of us have military training," one of the Finns spoke up.By that they meant they had volunteered for military service in their native countries, then left after their first term because they found military life to be boring. On the 'plus' side, all but one had martial arts experience and six of the twelve had been a member of a Gun Club of some kind. Yep, Buffy was going to kill them, all twelve at once by herself."I'll make you a deal," I offered. Chaz was giving me his 'I'm a stone yet clearly unhappy with you' face. "At 7:15 tonight, you will show up at Havenstone. I will sign you in, we'll go upstairs to one of the gyms and then warm up for fifteen minutes. When you are ready, or 7:30 rolls around, we are going to the sparing mats. If I lose, you can stay. If you lose, you will write this off as one of a legion of ideas that look good in print yet are foolish in practice. Do you accept?""How many of us do you have to beat for us to join with you and your Crusade?" the lead Irishwoman asked."All of you. I will fight you all at once. The mat space is quite extensive.""You mean all twelve of us against you at the same time?" one of the Turks blinked in disbelief."Yes. I am not disrespecting you, any of you. You've shown initiative, courage and a spirit of adventure. I found all three to be both admirable and worthy of reward (i.e. I will gladly have sex with you). What I am also telling you is of the three people with me, the only one I can most likely defeat in single combat is her," I motioned to Wiesława, "and I'm only saying that because she is 19 and relatively new to the art of killing."Their eyes flickered to Pamela. Chaz was scary without even trying. Pamela could be threatening, or appear harmless, as she wished."Chaz is a professional military man from a long line of diligent warriors and in a branch of service that requires close contact with hostile individuals, teams, tribes, clans and nations.""The woman behind me is much, much worse. I've met precisely three people who could possibly kill her and I killed one of them. Would you agree, Chaz?""Absolutely," he concurred."We know who you two are," a Finn spoke up. She had a dazzling smile and cleavage that had to obscure her toes when she stood."You do?" Pamela played nice. For once, it was technology biting her in the ass, not me. Yay?"You are Rhingyll lliw Siarl Yfory," the Irish lass looked at Chaz. That was Welsh, and meant Color Sergeant Charles Tomorrow, I imagined his superiors in the British military weren't going to be happy with any of us, him being a 'secret military operator', emphasis on the 'secret'."And you are Sverkhsekretnykh Shpiona Vsemed Svaya," the Turkish girl pointed at Pamela. Pamela snorted. In Russian that meant 'Super-secret Spy Pamela Pile'. Since Pamela in Russia was pronounced 'Pamela' they had gone back to the origin of the name of Pamela, a fictitious 17th English novelist creation using mangled Hellenic, which translated as 'all-honey'.'All-honey' in Russian was Vsemed. Pamela snickered. Oh yeah, those twelve had combed through millions of articles and pictures to figure out who Chaz was and who Pamela claimed to be. Actually, one of my Hungarian admires back when we were all in Eastern Europe had suggested Pamela was a remorseful ex-SMERSH agent turned Princely-sidekick. Pamela jabbed me, the unspoken 'sidekick' thing.(For those who don't know, in Russian SMERSH loosely means 'Death to Spies', it really existed from 1943 to 1946 and was resurrected by Ian Fleming as a foil for James Bond.)"Chaz, since Cáel is, without a doubt, already having a stupendously wretched day, we must insist he inform Addison of all three of these developments, in person. I want to see the look on her face," Pamela plotted with the man who had thrown himself between me and an explosive vest, probably out of some psychic impulse that I would suffer far, far worse later, like in today, within less than 24 hours of said act."Why am I here again today?" I lowered my head and groaned."Are you okay?" a dozen innocent voices cried out."We are here to pick up Odette," Wiesława reminded me."Oh yeah, fortune cookies," I mumbled."Is 'Fortune Cookie' a nickname for one of your other operatives? Many of them are real enigmas. We can't find out anything about her," one of the Hungarians said. Yeah, because SD doesn't have a Facebook page, or Twitter account. Odette, she was protected by a completely unremarkable lifestyle, but I had a feeling that was fading fast."Excuse us," I asserted myself. "I need to get something on the third floor. Chaz began pushing forward while Pamela had my back."What are you doing?" to me and "Hey, is that a gun?" to Chaz, then Wiesława. Pamela was too sneaky to get caught."I'm here to pick up Agent Fortune Cookie then head out to a meeting with some really shady characters and my fiancée," I informed them."Agent Fortune Cookie," Chaz mused. "She's going to love that,""And then," Pamela continued."She is going to want a gun," I groaned.Oh goddess! No! Chaz had joined Pamela and my 'group think'."No, I have not," Chaz corrected me, about my mental ruminations."I've been coaching him," Pamela faux-consoled me. As my new prospective bodyguards parted for my current bodyguards,"Do you have psychic powers?" "Where is your android?" and "Is it true you can have sex up to ten times a day?""Yes, but we can't talk about it," then, "Which one? We have six models," and finishing up with, "Yes, I can have sex up to ten times a day with each session lasting at least an hour, though I do need breaks for food, drink, quiet romantic conversations and showers, cause shower-sex is so damn fun."While they mulled that over, I unlocked my door in time to see a nicely-dressed (as if she was about to go out on an expensive lunch date) Odette spring off the sofa. Looking at the crowd behind me, she blessed me with an incredibly happy smile."Oh cool! Do we really have enough time for an orgy?"I wanted to cry.(A Family FUNction, minus the 'fun' part)My fiancée giving me a congenial and contented look. Good.My fuck-buddy/friend Libra giving me a salacious 'you and me are going to hook up soon' smile while dressed in a red, 'business suite/slinky number' combo with a plunging neckline. I put her invite on my mental day-planner. Fellas, if you can't keep it in your mind, forget about it. Print equals pain, believe me.Brooke had joined the lunch group, sharing a smile and wink with Libra with the secret agreement for a three-way. Sweet! I could do this, hmm, lunch break Friday, yum-yum-yum. She was wearing a beige business suit with slacks, minus the shirt. Only her cunningly cut jacket kept her goodies from exposure.Hana was a saint for putting up with those two, and me.Buffy was studying me with the clear desire to put me in a dog cage for the rest of the week. Technically she had to produce my body for work Monday. As for the hot, sweaty, intense Brooke-Libra-Cáel m nage   trois, Buffy was reading the undercurrents and setting up a breakwater. At least her attire suggested well-paid, successful international assassin. I wondered if I had paid for her clothing as well. I'd given Chaz's wardrobe a serious upgrade courtesy of Pamela faking my signature.The gathering was rounded out by Mom, Imogen and Deirdre. Thank God they all had different hair styles and forms of dress. Mom was in 'casual-durable' attire, Imogen was going with the military-chic and Deirdre's get up was in the same style as Hana.I was pleasantly pleased that Hana had reserved two adjacent tables for what she assumed would be my support network, Pamela, Odette, Chaz, Wiesława and Juanita, plus Imogen's five and her (Hana's) two Illuminati minders. That made me squeezing my twelve newest over-eager admirers into the mix doable, if not comfortable. Better yet, none of the new girls was dressed for a restaurant this exclusive.Hana was quietly amused. Buffy was volcanic. Thankfully she was being a volcano on the mid-Atlantic ocean ridge ~ submerged."Chaz, Pamela, explain," Buffy seethed."I don't work for you," Pamela playfully bantered back, "Sweet-Cheeks.""They are part of a clandestine operation to provide cooperation and assistance from the European Union," I offered up in such a sincere manner. I almost had them. Buffy looked to Chaz who opted to channeled his 'inner- Cáel'."I can neither confirm nor deny their status as operators from four European nations," he nodded.Buffy forked a helpless appetizer shrimp then catapulted at one of my Finns, I thought it was Oili. It bounced off her bosom. She couldn't even claim to not have seen it coming."What?" Oili gasped."Operatives?" Buffy sizzled at me."Prince Cáel," Flannery asked, "why did that strange woman throw a, shrimp at Oili?""It was a hand-eye coordination test," Odette informed her. "Had Oili been a real spy, you would have snatched up a nearby napkin, deflect the item with the napkin and all while drawing down on her. It is what they do all the time. It is pretty neat to watch.""Why use a napkin?" Oili asked Odette while eyeing Buffy in case another decapod was coming her way."You use a napkin because the shrimp might have a contact poison on it," Odette rolled her eyes. "Buffy used a fork to flip it at you. She didn't use her hands, so the possibility existed." Pamela gave Odette an 'atta girl' high five."Prince Cáel?" Brooke giggled. "What have you been up to?""Okay. I got this. Ladies, may I introduce Annikki, Belgin, Berit, Flannery, Gizi, Ilkay, Kato, Neve, Nuray, Oili, Pirkko and Zsuzsi. These fine women have decided to put their productive lives on hold so they can be my bodyguards," I made the introductions."They have volunteered to be, basically the 'Hounds of Prince O'Shea/Nyilas/Archer'. My Hounds, please let me introduce Hana, my fiancée, Brooke, my close friend, Libra, a sweet & sincere childhood acquaintance, my Mother, Sibeal, my O'Shea aunts, Deidre & Imogen and Kalmarasērmi Buffy."Despite the absurdity of the situation and my clear irresponsibility, Buffy let a smile crease her frown. 'Kalmarasērmi' was my term for her in the Amazon language = my Mountaintop."I will volunteer my facilities to train them," Aunt Imogen offered me drolly. She was the primary trainer for all O'Shea guardians/Special Forces."Train us?" a half dozen voices murmured."Yes Child. I am Imogen O'Shea, Cáel is the greatest treasure in my life and I have serious doubts any of you can be anything more than distracting bullet-catchers for my favorite (and only) nephew. It annoys me to think you are yet another walking advertisement showing him to be both big-hearted and soft-headed.""I will offer prayers upon the mounds of my ancestors (lie, her only 'ancestor' refused to stay buried) for Cáel's safety. You should invoke whatever supernatural entity you place faith in to keep Cáel safe as well, because if he gets so much as a scratch defending any one of you, I will exercise my nearly endless knowledge of human pain to make you pay.""Is she Ms. Dubois?" Flannery asked Odette."That would be me," Buffy showered fury their way."Do you really want to kill us?" Neve tried to stare Buffy down."Until ten seconds ago, Yes. Now I want to hand you over to these two," she motioned to Deidre and Imogen with her fork."Prince Cáel, why are they all so hostile?" Flannery requested understanding from me. "We have come here to help you. We have skills. All we are asking if for a chance to prove ourselves to you.""To Us," Buffy snapped. "Cáel's vote doesn't count.""Chill, Buffy," I snapped back. "I'm dealing with this, and your lack of trust is pissing me off.""Buffy," Hana intervened. She placed a hand on Buffy's thigh out of sight, yet not outside of my notice. "When was the last time Cáel failed to take your advice on something life-critical? These young ladies appear to be honest and diligent. If not, Pamela and the Color Sergeant wouldn't have let them come here, or near Odette."If I dated dumber women I would have less explaining (lying) to do, but I'd miss the challenge both inside and outside the bedroom. Hana's deft touch and gentle words calmed Buffy more than anything (outside of a righteous cocking) I could have accomplished. I was suddenly seized with the realization there was a goodly number of Katrina's positive attributes in Hana. How had I missed it?"Marrying you is going to be Hana's first step toward mortal beatification," Brooke teased me. Normally only dead people were made saints."A Servant of, probably not Jehovah. I think everyone at the table can agree she has interacted with supernatural forces," Sibeal hid her joking well."Martyring her hopes of monogamy?" Deidre's fey gaze flickered over the women of note (the women at the main table)."Her Heroic Virtue is Prudence?" Buffy added. Buffy had been Catholic?"Ladies, I'm Lutheran. We don't normally venerate saints. Joking aside, I was given a reason to believe this lunch date was important on a social level between myself and my fianc . Food would be nice too."Brooke and Libra's presence regulated Pamela and Chaz to an adjacent table. A waiter slipped in, took my order, I decided to forgo an appetizer because I was late, then the conversation began."Hana, this is my Mother, Sibeal Nyilas. Imogen and Deidre are my family from Ireland," I made the introductions, most definitely unnecessarily. I was buying time to get a better read on the women around me."I know," Hana showered me with mature compassion."Get to it, damn you," Buffy huffed."Wow, I'm thinking of the best way to tell you this," I barely could meet Hana's eyes."I am pregnant with your fianc 's child," Imogen cut to the chase. What she said was delivered on purpose. Imogen wasn't as socially maladjusted as Rachel. The fewer women in my life, the easier the O'Shea would have roping me in. Imogen's words were meant to hurt Hana and drive a wedge between us."You too?" Hana's sad eyes studied Imogen. She hid her anger-disappointment-disgust well. In this crowd her efforts to obfuscate her feeling only worked on Libra and Brooke. Those two ladies were less astute at concealing their surprise."She's your aunt, right?" Libra's look settled on me instead of a blatant Imogen, or a pained Hana."No," Mom answered for me. "My sisters and I were born sterile. It is impossible that our paternal heritage has been passed along. Whatever Imogen's maternal contribution was, it is not from our DNA. My sister does have a child inside her, Havenstone verified it and will have the precise genetic make-up within 24 hours," she persisted (lying)."If Cáel has a failing, it is that he was seduced by my sisters who played upon his very confusing Mother-Son relationship. I faked my death when he was seven. I 'died' in a quite painful manner and he had to watch helplessly as he witnessed me wasting away. I did such a horrible thing to a young boy because the people who were hunting me down, the two O'Shea before you and the nine who aren't here, would have used numerous means of torture to verify my death."(Until they realized 'what' I was. Then my imprisonment would have begun)"My wonderful husband would have died without giving them the truth. It was too much to ask of our son. For fifteen years he believed me dead. He learned the truth at his Father's funeral. I believe every woman at this table knows my son doesn't handle emotional pain well.""Imogen's statement was a thinly-veiled stab at Hana's heart and a kick to my son's sense of responsibility to both Hana and his unborn child. How could this not hurt Hana? How could Cáel possibly respond, torn between the woman who has already sacrificed so much of her happiness for a man barely aware of his own maturity, and the woman bringing his child into the world?""Good one, Imogen. Those two are better than you, or I. By all means, make a mockery of my son, your nephew, who has pledged to fight for your life when he should clearly walk away and let the rest of you die. He asks nothing of you yet you feel no remorse at sullying his happiness.""There are ten good reasons for you getting up and walking out of here intact right now. There are six better reasons for making you pay for your cruelty," she threatened."Ten?" Brooke whispered."The sisters' five bodyguards, the two body guards they gifted me with, Deidre, Imogen and Cáel. You don't think he would let the woman bearing his child take a beating, do you Brooke?" Hana enlightened her."No.""The Six?" Libra scanned the room."My other two bodyguards won't act unless I am directly threatened. They won't be out to hurt anyone. If anyone tries to hurt me, they will jump straight to the making them dead option. The 'Six' are Buffy, Pamela, Chaz, Juanita, Special Agent Maddox and Sibeal.""We'd help," Libra insisted. Brooke was onboard with that proclamation."No," came forth from Hana, Mom and me."Brooke and Libra; you two, Odette, the other twelve and the wait staff will only confuse the issue. My sisters and their soldiers will use you and the rest to distract Cáel. Except for Ms. Maddox, the rest won't give a fuck so your best bet is to hit the deck and let the professionals deal with things," Mom clarified."Brooke, Libra, this is a wacko chicks with guns moment," I put things in perspective."Hana?" Libra put a hand on Hana's shoulder."Don't mind me," she patted Libra's hand. "I'm diving for cover and not getting up until you, Brooke, Cáel, or Buffy tell me to get up. Sorry Sibeal, but I don't know you that well yet.""I understand," Mom agreed.To punctuate the awkwardness of the moment, Aisha (the Arabic swimsuit model) and three other SD ladies waltzed into the place and took a table. When the maytre dee tried to impede them, Aisha threatened to exterminate his entire extended family with a look alone. Been there, done that, and the maytre dee was nowhere close to being in my league.I had to think that through. Had Buffy called them, the SD would have been here before I arrived. Pamela was a possibility, except the SD still hated her over Constanza's maiming. If she told them my life 'was' in danger, they would still show up. My life wasn't in danger and Pamela wouldn't yank their chain.It had to be Juanita. The head of my bodyguard telling Elsa that I was in an exposed position with 9 armed Illuminati would have elicited this level of response. Pamela prodded Odette. Odette had a 'what do you want me to do' non-verbal exchange with Pamela then got up and went over to Aisha.Odette even remembered to navigate the room in such a manner Aisha and her team could keep an uninterrupted view of the threat. Pamela and Chaz's lessons were paying off. They weren't training her in the lethal arts. They were showing her how to not be an obstacle, which was better, given our current circumstances."Hana, don't hate Imogen. The only parent she's ever known was Granddad," I returned my attention to the crisis at hand."Oh, I'm sorry," Hana sent sympathetic waves Imogen's way. If there was a hint of 'you bitch' hidden within those words, none of us would admit it."Yes, yes," Imogen smiled back. "Father was a real troll.""That's not true," Hana responded. "I've met him and he has always been very nice to me. It was easy for me to look past the nations of dead he's murdered, his propensity to rape his daughters and his plans to destroy my Cáel.""I don't hold you to blame for not protecting Cáel more than you have. He's a handful and reminds you of your Father, the mass-murdering rapist. And Imogen, don't try to hurt Cáel using me again, you Bitch. I'm not a part of your circus. That doesn't render me powerless. I love more than I hate. I count a person great by the lives they save, not those they take. Where there is Valor, there is Hope and my fianc  has both in spades. Do we understand one another?""Proving you are smarter than Ms. Sievert is not something which equates to being a threat," Deidre countered."Cáel, why aren't you saying something?" Brooke whispered to me."Because he knows better," Mom grinned. "This is a battle Hana has to win, or lose, on her own.""Cáel has plenty of women willing to go behind his back and kill people, Brooke. Now, if Hana asks for such a favor, we know it is not over some petty bullshit," rolled menacingly forth from Buffy as her feral countenance made a few of the Illuminati at the next table nervous."That won't be necessary," I broke up the tension. "We are as dysfunctional a family as they come, but we are family and we will all treat one another as such by the standards of the only one who matters. Clear?""You?" Deidre soothed me."No. Ferko Nyilas', my Father and the best man I've ever known. He taught me to never make excuses for your own behavior. Surrendering our control over our lives is a cop-out. If you want to continue acting like the creepy-ass bitch daughters of Cáel O'Shea, so be it. That is your choice to make. I care for you.""I care enough for you to fight Granddad over your futures. I hope all of you know I mean what I say. Whatever you decide to do, no matter how you act, I will always love you. I've made my choices and I am going to hold you responsible for yours. Let's eat lunch. It has been a rough fucking day and it isn't over yet."If there was ever any doubt, I destroyed those twelve hopeful bodyguards on the mats. They possessed neither the skill nor the savagery necessary in a warrior culture. We Amazons didn't recoil from pain. Our sisters' lives were on the line. That was why you practiced no-holds-barred fighting with, or without, weapons."We can learn," the lead Finn protested. The rest were getting over the physical and spiritual pain of being so easily beaten."My normal bodyguards go through three years of intense 24/7 training. Being a member of that elite body means you train in all forms of weapons as well as hand-to-hand combat techniques.""Once you've mastered the core physical and skill baseline requirements, and this core training never stops, no point is considered 'good enough', you begin learning at least two specialties. Those are disciplines such as close-protection, sniping, small unit tactics, infiltration, battlefield medicine, electronics, computing, communication systems, linguistics and 'training' expertise.""In my current team, the ones who fought at my side in Hungry and Romania, all have three specialties. Discounting their regimen since the age of five, each had been on the job in a professional capacity at least six years. The leader had eleven years in.""Finally, when you are at that level of excellence, you need a specific mindset. What you need to do is think why you shouldn't kill someone, not if you should. If there is any doubt, you strike. If you hesitate, someone close to you might be killed, not just me.""Look around you. If you aren't ready to kill for any of your companions, you will never cut it. Now, I'm going to have you shown out. I will have taxis take you back to your hotel. Think about it. Seriously, think about dedicating yourself to more than some stranger you've met on the internet.""You will be dedicating yourself to the other elven women in your group, to the death. That is the level of spiritual dedication it takes to be at my side. Go, take a rest, talk it over, search your souls. Call me if any of you want to continue and we can have lunch Sunday and make plans. Questions?""Do the other women around you do this, make those choices?" one of the Turkish women frowned while nursing a bruised jaw."No. They have it worse. They have thrown their old lives away, never to return. Each and every one has either murdered a human being, or attempted to, before they are even considered for the task.""Under normal circumstances, we wouldn't be having his conversation. You would never be given the chance. You are woefully unqualified in every way except spirit. Your willingness to cross the Atlantic to make your offers resonates with me, so I am both warning you this is horrible, horrible path you are taking and I am explaining precisely how slender any of your chances are of accomplishing your goals.""I, I don't know," whispered one of the Hungarian lasses."At the Seven Skulls, I led three such women into combat (Rachel, Charlotte and Saku) against a group of warriors who were fighting free of 500 elite Romanian Mountain Troops. Of the Romanians, nearly 200 were either dead, or wounded. The FBI Special Agent we took with us was badly wounded."One of the three was killed, a head shot, and the remainder left her body where she had fallen because the enemy were still out there and they had to protect me. The world will not bend to your sensitivities. Life around me is exceedingly dangerous and unforgiving," I finished.No immediate consensus united them. Fear and disbelief were the major vibes I was picking up. None of them were angry, insulted, or overly terrified."Time for you to go," Buffy concluded our meeting. "Tigger Maeve and Dora Farānak, would you please see Cáel's guests to the lobby." A new pleasure of Buffy's was using the House names of the Full-bloods she interacted with.I have taken a few mystic liberties:Maeve was a Celtic War Goddess ~ the Enslaver of Men.Farānak was a Scythian Goddess also known as the Lynx Goddess and the Silent Huntress.As for the other new hires:Daphne was, as explained earlier, of House Cotyttia (Thracian Goddess of Sex, War and Slaughter)Fabiola was of House Minerva (Roman Goddess of War & Strategy)Violet Maza was in House Oshun, the Yoruba Goddess of Love, Sexuality, Beauty and Diplomacy; Lady of the Orisha ~ life spirits.Paula Wadena was of House Cybele (Phrygian Earth Mother, Guardian of the Lion Throne)}They were dismissed and smart enough to know that was the best possible answer to their current predicament, learning your romantic adventure was actually a gory supernatural battle for survival. A growing number of Isharans had been gathering while I dealt with the wannabes. A few were amused, perhaps even understanding, of my actions.Soon enough, using her position as Record Keeper of House Ishara, Helena cajoled the other Amazons into giving us peace and quiet. Not all left. Watching a jury-rigged House Ishara work through its business in a semi-public setting was an event both unlooked for and possibly enlightening.For this gathering, we had 122 of the 159 members. The missing members were not close enough, or were providing a critical function that wouldn't allow them to be in New York on this night."Sisters, a moment of personal prayer for each of us to seek guidance from our Ancestors as we seek to continue their legacy," I intoned softly, calling the meeting to order.I had barely opened my eyes, failing to get any inspiration from Yakko, when the struggle began."Why are we including them in a House Ishara meeting?" Madori pointed out the three 'new hires' who were sticking around."Memasant (Amazon for to speak true)," I answered her. Since Daphne, Paula and Violet had clearly been sitting among us before the meeting began, I gave Buffy a disappointing frown. "Ishara respects these three for teaching the rest of you the Amazon language so that we can teach it to others, thus all of you becoming able to engage all our sisters in our native tongue.""I doubt any other House would extend this honor to others. Thankfully, we are not like any other House. We know better. We have all been outsiders. We aren't a 'normal' House and I am working toward us never being one. We have to be kind and just when necessary, and forgive when it is what the Host needs.""We will do this because we Isharans alone will decide on the prestige of our sisters. If the other Houses make an issue of it, who cares? None of them have made the sacrifices necessary to be Isharans. I know that you have not all gathered here tonight to hear me pontificate. Who wants to be first?""Will you accept a challenge?" Madori stood up. We had spread out in a ring, two Amazons deep, along the edges of the mats. I had never sat down."Put forth your complaint," I responded."You emphasize duties other than that of a House Head. You don't take the time to show up at initiation ceremonies. In essence, you ignore your sisters to advance your own prestige.""Yes, I am not showing up at the initiation ceremonies.""Yes, I prioritize other activities over running the day-to-day operations of our House.""Yes, you are utterly ignoring the two Amazons sitting at either side of me. I chose Buffy Ishara and Helena Ishara to lead this House because I knew I would have others issues coming up in my life concerning the Host.""Buffy, are you challenging me?""No, Wakko Ishara," she responded angrily. She wasn't angry with me. She had chosen the majority of the assembly and they were turning on me, thus her."Helena, are you challenging me?""No Wakko Ishara. I am intimately familiar with your work and the dangers you constantly confront for the greater Host," she answered in an equally hostile tone."Now that the issue of relevance has been dealt with, I will accept any challenge from any of you selfish, bigoted, power-hungry cunts who wish to put your own self-interest above that of our House. By all means, stumble over one another for the top spot," I mocked them. I'd played nice. No more.It was telling that my classification of any challenger was completely ignored. Madori and five supporters stood. In theory, challenges were the rare 1-on-1 Amazon experience. Another Amazon, Arianne, stood with another supporter."Cool beans," I nodded.I backed up, stepped off the mats and picked up the four axes I had pre-prepared. Back on the mat I went past my handful of supporters, brandished two weapons and advanced a quarter way onto the sparring area. The mass of my opponents muttered in confusion and resentment."Ishara, we have not trained in archaic weapons. Most of our facilities never had then," Madori protested."Amazons don't play fair," I glared. Several migrated to the walls to pick out whatever looked the least daunting. Buffy, Helena, Marsha, Daphne Cotyttia, Violet Oshun and Paula Cybele did likewise."Is this how you want to answer a challenge for leadership?" Madori glowered. "Cheating, utilizing a clear advantage in a farce of equality and justice?""No. Please step back and call every member of JIKIT," my eyes narrowed. "How about this, call the Amazon's contact with the Earth & Sky? Can't do that either? How about convince the 9 Clans to help us pursue a House obligation?""You duties as Chief Diplomat are not that of Isharan House Head and actually make you less of a House Head," she countered. She had chosen a short spear, using it two-handed. And that made Katrina what precisely?"I should fucking kill you," Buffy snarled."Madori Ishara, Dot-Ishara is not the Goddess of Scrabble. She is not the Goddess of," and Madori tried to catch me flat-footed with a spear-thrust. I was appalled at how easy I dealt with her. My right axe diverted her spear enough so when I twisted my stance, she missed. I placed the head of my left axe on her shoulder, blade against her throat."Madori, you lose. Sit back down and contemplate that you were beaten by a 22 year old man," I seethed. There was no 'you didn't give me a chance' bullshit. She had struggled for advancement in the Amazon way. Such people weren't crybabies. "Next."Arianne approached me with a shield and short sword. My read on the situation was she was going to use acrobatics to compensate for my superior reach. I readied myself."I don't suppose you would accept a suggestion we fight unarmed?" she put out there. I took two steps toward her then dropped my axes."I trust you," I looked down at her. I could see the 'oh, fuck me' written all over her face. The unfairness had been tossed in her lap. She put the point of her leaf-shaped blade under the left side of my ribcage, close to my kidney."Yield.""Never.""Yield, or I will kill you."I took a quarter-inch penetration when I clamped down on her right wrist and slammed my elbow into her face. A quick exchange of footwork ended up with both of us on the mat, Arianne on her back, sword pinned to the mat and her shield trapped between us. Head-butt followed head-butt until she was unresponsive.I stood up, blood oozing down my side."Water!" I barked. A bottled water was rolled my way. Three more Amazons were sizing me up. This challenge phase was far from over. I splashed water down on Arianne's face until she sputtered into wakefulness."Pathetic," I sneered at her. "This House is worth any and all of our lives. If you were the best candidate to lead this house and I refused to yield, then why did you spare me? Not only could you not kill me when you clearly could, you failed to do so even when it became an unequal contest of arms."Arianne was shamed and furious. I was treating her like a presumptuous, outsider woman."I'm feeling particularly generous in victory, Arianne, don't you dare stand up," I growled when she tried. "I will not kill you for your disrespect. I will not exile you from our House because doing so would show both of us failing to grasp one of the key principles of our People, learn. Learn and keep learning. A loss is nothing more than a temporary setback. Learn, don't repeat the same mistake twice and never stop striving for success until you take yourself to the cliffs."One of the two newes

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In this episode, Randall speaks with Regina Mincey & Antonio McMillan Jr. HBCU alumni and co-authors of Adventures of Mommy & Me. They speak about the inception of the book, the mother-son dynamic, building an HBCU legacy and literacy in the social media era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop making communication mistakes with your kids! In this eye-opening conversation, discover how ancient wisdom from the Rosetta Stone can transform your parent-child relationships. Dr. Joel Freeman, international speaker and creator of the Mysterious Rosetta Stone traveling exhibit, shares powerful insights on breaking down communication barriers and building deeper connections with your children. Learn practical strategies to avoid the top 3 communication pitfalls that create distance between parents and kids. Dr. Freeman reveals how understanding different communication styles, like the ancient languages on the Rosetta Stone, can help bridge generational gaps and foster meaningful dialogue in your family. This thought-provoking discussion explores how parents can adapt their communication approach based on each child's unique personality and needs. Get valuable tips on problem-solving techniques that strengthen family bonds and prepare children for life's challenges. Are there communication barriers between you and your teen? Would you like to build stronger connections with your young children? If you answered 'yes', this conversation offers fresh perspectives on nurturing open, authentic dialogue in your family. Join us as we uncover timeless principles that can revolutionize how you communicate with your kids.   CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 01:38 - The Rosetta Stone Explained 06:21 - Rosetta Stone as a Problem-Solving Metaphor 09:55 - The Three Revolutions Overview 17:37 - Effective Problem Solving Techniques 19:30 - Nurturing and Developing Talent Strategies 26:23 - Advertise with Pro Picks 27:12 - Recognizing the Problem in Depth 29:10 - Gathering Information for Solutions 29:51 - Specifying Goals for Success 33:35 - Parenting Today: Modern Approaches 39:55 - Mother/Son and Father/Son Bonding Trips 44:14 - How to Follow Dr. Joel Online ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Let's stay connected: Be sure to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Learn More About Carol Grab Carol's Mini-Motherhood Memoir, Mother's Work Follow The Parenting 411 on IG  The Parenting 411 Podcast on IG Join Our Private Facebook Group  Watch the Episodes on YouTube  SstQogWXtJfd2PqbgdU5

Send me a Text MessageWhat happens when life delivers blow after blow, taking everything you hold dear? Dr. Kimberly Harms knows this all too well. After losing her son to suicide, her husband to illness, her mother to tragedy, and even her career, Kimberly could have stayed in the depths of despair. Instead, she clawed out of the grief pit, finding purpose, resilience, and joy.In this deeply moving episode, Kimberly shares her remarkable story of surviving the unimaginable and how she's now helping others navigate their grief journeys. She reveals the secrets to building resilience, creating a legacy of love, and finding light even in life's darkest moments.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why respecting your partner's grief is vital for a strong relationship.How Kimberly navigated the stigma of suicide and found peace through faith.The importance of building resilience in yourself and your children.How to leave a legacy of love that supports your family after you're gone.Lessons from Rwandan survivors on forgiveness and reconciliation.About Our Guest: Dr. Kimberly Harms is a dentist-turned-grief counselor, death doula, and author of Are You Ready? How to Build a Legacy to Die For. After enduring devastating losses, including the death of her son and husband, Kimberly has dedicated her life to guiding others through the pain of grief and the joy of resilience.Resources & Links Mentioned:Dr. Kimberly Harms' Website: DrKimberlyHarms.comJoin the Grief 2 Growth Community: grief2growth.com/communityKimberly's Book: Are You Ready? How to Build a Legacy to Die ForLessons on forgiveness and reconciliation from RwandaWhat resonated most with you in this episode? Share your thoughts and continue the conversation at grief2growth.com/community.Follow Us:Subscribe to Grief 2 Growth wherever you listen to podcasts.Leave a review to let us know how this episode inspired you!Join us to continue the conversation about the podcast, find like-minded individuals, get premium content, and more.https://grief2growth.com/community to apply to join for FREE. You can send me a text by clicking the link at the top of the show notes. Use fanmail to:1.) Ask questions.2.) Suggest future guests/topics.3.) Provide feedbackCan't wait to hear from you! I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.https://www.grief2growth.com/ndelessons Support the show

Look, it's no secret the holidays can be a breeding ground for family feuds. What is it about returning home to your parents house as an adult that can sometimes lead to those parent/child conflicts? Today we learn some tips for navigating the festive period when you head back home.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Feeling festive? Gift a Mamamia subscription! Head here to give the best stuff for women. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Elisabeth Shaw, CEO of Relationships Australia NSW Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather Richard is a skilled sailor, an exceptional teacher, a great storyteller, and a kick-ass mother! As a high school graduation present for her son, they double-handed in the Pacific Cup Race to Hawaii, aboard the boat on which she raised him! Heather and I talk about prepping for this race, the crossing, and the long sail back. We discuss why she's decided to sell her boat and what she's looking for next. After hearing her story, you can sail with Heather at Fine Day for Sailing.

[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, self-harmToday, Jan is again joined by Holly & Dylan Crumpler, a mother-son team working to reduce stigma around Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Dylan created his award-winning senior thesis film, Petals of a Rose, at Chapman University to realistically depict life with DID, co-writing with his mother Holly, who was diagnosed in 2018. The film has gained international recognition and is used in clinical training, education, and therapy. Available in twelve languages, it recently earned them ISSTD's 2024 Media Award.In part two, Holly & Dylan reflect on the support from family, the challenges of diagnosis and healing, and the impact of their film on audiences, particularly those living with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). The conversation emphasizes the need for awareness and understanding of trauma and its effects, as well as the responsibility of filmmakers to portray these experiences authentically. Holly and Dylan discuss the misrepresentation of (DID) in media and its harmful effects. They share their journey in creating a documentary aimed at raising awareness and providing accurate information about DID. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community engagement, the healing process, and the need for accurate representation in storytelling. They highlight the significance of being believed, seen, and heard in the healing journey, and the collaborative nature of recovery from trauma.Watch: Petals of a RoseRead the Breakdown for Petals of a RoseFill Out Their QuestionnaireReview Petals of a Rose on IMDBKeep Up With Holly & Dylan:LinktreeInsta: @PetalsofaRose_themovieFacebookYoutubeIf you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Sexual Assault Hotline  (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264Subscribe / Support / Contact:

This week the guys talk stamps, getting haircuts, wedding mishaps, Mother/Son dances, problems with shared working spaces, and Chase starts a new job. Whole 9 Hotline: 978-315-0332 Twitter/Instagram/TikTok: @TW9Ypod Pesto's Instagram: ayo_its_pesto Jenna's Cookie Instagram: jsprinks_Cookies

What if the patterns keeping you stuck are rooted in trauma from before you were even born? Permanent change isn't about addressing the surface issues; it's about going straight to the root and transforming from the inside out.Today, I dive into the heart of The Metamorphosis—my signature program designed to help you dismantle the trauma and unconscious patterns holding you back. I share how unresolved wounds from childhood, and even experiences before birth, shape our relationships, career choices, and self-perception. By addressing these core issues on every level—the mind, body, and energy field—The Metamorphosis creates lasting change.I'm thrilled to announce our Season of Change Sale starting Monday, the 18th, where you'll have the chance to access The Metamorphosis at an unprecedented 50% off. If you're ready to transform long-standing patterns and experience deep healing, this is your opportunity to start the new year with renewed clarity, confidence, and direction.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(02:01) The Metamorphosis - Season of Change SALE(03:44) Dissolve Your Abandonment Wound - Telegram broadcast(04:22) Abandonment wound in childhood: dissolving trauma(06:55) Mother/Son relationship: a blueprint to self relationship(08:53) Personal experiences on emotional abandonment(11:24) Healing the abandonment wound and ways it shows up(16:07) The origins and the why of The Metamorphosis(25:37) The birth story(29:57) The mother and father wounds(32:51) The Metamorphosis: details and benefits(35:49) Moving forward with clarity(38:22) Energetic work: taking your power back RESOURCESsondraray.comRecommended reading The Loving Relationships Treasury**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.Dissolve Your Abandonment Wound is coming up next week, on November 18. It's a 5 day Telegram training where you'll pinpoint the origin of your abandonment wound and discover where it's showing up for you.The Metamorphosis shift long standing patterns and challenges. Heal the 4 childhood traumas that we all have and create a MASSIVE change in your life. I want you to say "YES" to that! That's why I'm giving you a limited-time 50% discount just for next week. This is the QUICKEST LIFE CHANGING PROGRAM out there.CONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB groupIG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

[Content Warning]: Child sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, self-harmToday, Jan is joined by Holly & Dylan Crumpler, a mother-son team working to reduce stigma around Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Dylan created his award-winning senior thesis film, Petals of a Rose, at Chapman University to realistically depict life with DID, co-writing with his mother Holly, who was diagnosed in 2018. The film has gained international recognition and is used in clinical training, education, and therapy. Available in twelve languages, it recently earned them ISSTD's 2024 Media Award.In this conversation Jan, Holly, and Dylan discuss the history and evolution of the term, the impact of childhood trauma on the development of DID, and the common experiences of dissociation. Holly shares her personal journey with DID, including the coping mechanisms developed during her traumatic childhood, while Dylan reflects on his experiences growing up with a mother who has DID. They emphasize the importance of understanding and validating the experiences of those living with dissociative identities, as well as the covert nature of the condition due to the misrepresentation of it in media. The conversation also touches on Dylan's journey into filmmaking, inspired by his love for movies from a young age. Holly and Dylan Crumpler discuss their experiences with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), the creative process behind their film 'Pedals of a Rose', and the importance of accurate representation of mental health issues in media.Watch: Petals of a Rose Read the Breakdown for Petals of a Rose Fill Out Their Questionnaire Review Petals of a Rose on IMDB Keep Up With Holly & Dylan:Linktree Insta: @PetalsofaRose_themovie Facebook YoutubeIf you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Sexual Assault Hotline  (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264Subscribe / Support / Contact:

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher, Maurice Harker addresses a crucial issue in marriage recovery: avoiding the unproductive "mother-son" dynamic that often arises when one partner becomes responsible for the other's accountability. By utilizing tools like the DPAR (Discover, Plan, Act, Reflect) model, Maurice explains how both partners can engage in meaningful stewardship over their responsibilities, with the husband stepping into his role as a leader, provider, and protector. Learn how to approach marriage recovery with clear principles, while fostering individual growth and mutual respect. Want to read more about this topic? https://www.lifechangingservices.org/our-support-system/ Rather Watch Something? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmjKFmXDJO0 Check out the Marriage Repair Workshops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hr-oaLKnm5I&t=1s

Send us a textWhat if a simple commitment to running could transform your life and strengthen your family bonds? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cassandra and Elijah Beach, a dynamic mother-son duo who have maintained an incredible 1,897-day running streak. Elijah began running to counterbalance his love for gaming and to combat weight gain, while Cassandra started to support her son's health after he faced bullying at school. Together, they share the heartwarming and challenging journey that not only improved their physical health but also brought them closer than ever.Imagine turning a spontaneous five-year anniversary trip to Vegas into a marathon adventure! We recount the exhilarating story of how a casual vacation turned into the Marine Corps Marathon, showcasing the hurdles and triumphs of their first marathon experience. From running separately to hitting the dreaded "wall" at mile 23, their resilience shone through. And just when you think it's over, they reveal the surprising twist of a family trip to Disney World right after this grueling event, exemplifying their commitment to staying active and finding joy in every step.In our final chapter, we delve into the highs and lows of consistent running, from participating in multiple mini marathons to the aspiration of tackling an ultra marathon. We discuss the culture of running in different regions, including some humorous run-ins with the police due to their unconventional routes in rural Indiana. We also shed light on the crucial role of nutrition and fitness in achieving peak performance while sharing invaluable lessons on body composition, muscle mass, and self-confidence. Through our experiences, we aim to inspire others to embrace a healthier lifestyle and discover the profound impact of running on both physical and mental well-being. You can reach out to us at:https://coffeycrewcoaching.comemail: Carla@coffeycrewcoaching.com FB @ Over the Next Hill Fitness GroupIG @coffeycrewcoaching.comand Buy Me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/Carlauhttps://hydra-patch.com/discount/OTNH10https://rnwy.life code: OTNH15https://jambar.com code: CARLA20

In this Special Episode with Mark Usher - Relationship Coach for husbands and host of "Be the husband she brags about" Podcast - we go deeper into the topic of narcissistic mothers-in-law, exploring the dynamics of mother/son relationship.  The purpose of this episode is to offer clarity and a safe healing space for both husbands and wives involved in this complex triangle, made even more intense when narcissistic traits in the mother-in-law are involved. Get in touch with Mark here⬇ Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/5043839-be-the-husband-she-brags-about Men's Groups: https://www.kingsoffreedom.me/heroic-husbands-mens-circles/ Useful links here⬇ Access the FREE Self Love Guided Practice here: https://womenreclaimingtheirfullness.me/ Apply for Reclaim Your Fullness Women Circles here: https://womenreclaimingtheirfullness.me/women-circles/ Apply for the 1:1 10 Weeks Inner Transformation Healing Mother Wounds Programme here: https://womenreclaimingtheirfullness.me/10-weeks-programme/ Ask questions at matilde@womenreclaimingtheirfullness.me With Love! #daughtersofnarcissisticmothers #maternalnarcissism #healingmotherwounds #childhoodtrauma #narcissisticparents #podcast #womencircles #innertransformation #narcissisticmotherinlaw #mothersonrelatingdynamics #ironjohn

Lynn Greenberg has focused her life on being a champion for children. As a trained Attorney, Lynn spent her time in the legal world practicing family law, providing pro bono work for kids, and advocating on their behalf. When her youngest son Jonathan was diagnosed with Dyslexia, becoming his advocate, as well as others, came easy. Understanding how to gather facts and create strategic plans, Lynn developed a road map to success for her son and has since become an active supporter of all neurodivergent children.  Jonathan Greenberg was diagnosed with dyslexia as a young child.  He always knew that he learned differently than others, however he did not let it personify who he was.  Like most kids, Jonathan had a bookshelf full of books, however since he couldn't read them at first, he became captivated with the artwork and illustrations on every page.   While Jonathan worked hard and overcame his learning differences, his love for art developed into his passion. Jonathan teamed up with his mother, an advocate for neurodiverse children, to co-author and illustrate a children's book. He is currently a graduate student at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 Website: https://creativecabcompany.com/robby-the-taxi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativecabcompany/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativecabcomp https://www.ortonacademy.org/resources/what-is-the-orton-gillingham-approach/ Book: https://a.co/d/5eXB2de — Website: https://justtwodadspodcast.com/ eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men's Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #LynnGreenberg #JonathanGreenberg #MotherAndSonCoAuthor #RobbyTheDyslexicTaxi

Virginia and Alex sit down to talk through all the plans for their upcoming mother/son trip to Walt Disney World. They will be staying at Disney's Pop Century Resort this time, and will be trying to pack as much fun as possible into this short trip! Plans include: spending time at Epcot, riding Cosmic Rewind and crossing our fingers we get our song choices, eating at The Hollywood Brown Derby, visiting Oga's Cantina, and wrapping up the trip with a four park challenge. Trip Dates: June 6-9, 2024 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 6/2/24   Episode Specific Links: Disney's Pop Century Resort La Crêperie de Paris Video: Create Your Own Popcorn at the Confectionary   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast

Virginia and Alex are back and reporting on their recent mother/son trip to Walt Disney World.  There were some things that did not go according to plan (a flight cancellation and dining changes come to mind), but other things went perfectly according to plan.  By the end of the trip, they successfully completed a four park challenge and were looking forward to another chance in the future to share some more one on one time in Disney together. Trip Dates: June 6-9, 2024 Post Trip Interview: recorded 6/23/24   Episode Specific Links: Standby Skipper Locker Rental at Walt Disney World Video: Virginia and Alex's private Big Thunder ride! Stakeout App: on Apple or Android Virginia's product recommendations:Cute Athletic Dress Portable Charger with Built In Cables NOTE: The above are Amazon Associate links.  There's no additional cost to you, but you get to help support the podcast by helping Virginia earn commission.  Thank you! People mentioned in this episode:Molly - @magicmemorieswithmolly Ryan - Virginia's friend from high school who she ran into at Disney Springs!  He is now a travel planner, so please check out his page: @summersvacation24, or over on Facebook at Summers Vacation Beccy - @a_hufflepuff_in_disney Emma - @emmaenchanted999 Cassandra - @adventures_with_flowers Jon - @thewdwrunner   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast

In this episode, we're joined by Nnenna and Pierce Freelon. A mother-son music duo, Nnenna and Pierce made history in 2022 when they became the first-ever mother-son singers to be nominated for individual Grammy's in the same year. Together, we'll discuss their music career, what inspires them, speak on the importance of family, take a look at what they want their legacy as artists to be, and so much more.

Taking up Space and Expressing Your Feelings is Important for Healing Attachment Injuries   Patricia shares her experiences of her recent trip to Chicago. She discusses the challenges she faced in navigating changes in plans and the emotions that arose during her son's graduation from boot camp. Patricia also explores the importance of creating a secure attachment in her relationship with Jen and the need to ask for what she wants and needs with both Jen and her son. She emphasizes the significance of taking up space, expressing feelings, and finding support in managing attachment injuries.   HIGHLIGHTS Takeaways   ·         Navigating changes in plans and unexpected events can be challenging, especially for individuals with attachment injuries. ·         Creating a secure attachment in relationships involves open communication, asking for what you want and need, and being aware of your own emotions and triggers. ·         Taking up space and expressing your feelings is important for healing attachment injuries and building healthier relationships. ·         Finding support from trusted individuals can help regulate emotions and provide a sense of security. ·         Managing attachment injuries is an ongoing process that requires self-awareness, self-compassion, and patience.   Sound Bites "Navigating changes in plans and unexpected events can be challenging" "Creating a secure attachment in relationships involves open communication" "Taking up space and expressing your feelings is important for healing attachment injuries" Chapters please allow for the addition of the introduction 00:00 Introduction and Disappointment 08:27 Emotional Challenges of Departure and Goodbyes 13:46 Creating a Secure Attachment in Relationships 16:19 Taking Up Space and Expressing Feelings 28:00 Managing Attachment Injuries: An Ongoing Process 31:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts PODCAST HOST Patricia was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 17 years, but she is now exclusively providing coaching. She knows what it's like to feel like an outcast, misfit, and truthteller.  Learning about the trait of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), then learning she is AuDHD with a PDA profile and RSD, helped Patricia rewrite her history with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and a sense of self-compassion.  She created the podcast Unapologetically Sensitive to help other neurodivergent folks know that they aren't alone, and that having a brain that is wired differently comes with amazing gifts, and some challenges.  Patricia works online globally working individually with people, and she teaches Online Courses for neurodivergent folks that focus on understanding what it means to be a sensitive neurodivergent. Topics covered include: self-care, self-compassion, boundaries, perfectionism, mindfulness, communication, and creating a lifestyle that honors you LINKS   Neurodivergent Online Course-- https://unapologeticallysensitive.com/neurodivergent-online-courses/   Receive the top 10 most downloaded episodes of the podcast-- https://www.subscribepage.com/e6z6e6 Sign up for the Newsletter-- https://www.subscribepage.com/y0l7d4   To write a review in itunes: click on this link https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-sensitive/id1440433481?mt=2 select “listen on Apple Podcasts” chose “open in itunes” choose “ratings and reviews” click to rate the number of starts click “write a review”   Website--www.unapologeticallysensitive.com Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/Unapologetically-Sensitive-2296688923985657/ Closed/Private Facebook group Unapologetically Sensitive-- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2099705880047619/ Instagram-- https://www.instagram.com/unapologeticallysensitive/ Youtube-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE6fodj7RBdO3Iw0NrAllg/videos?view_as=subscriber Tik Tok--https://www.tiktok.com/@unapologeticallysensitiv e-mail-- unapologeticallysensitive@gmail.com Show hashtag--#unapologeticallysensitive Music-- Gravel Dance by Andy Robinson www.andyrobinson.com

A new MP3 sermon from Union Grove Baptist is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Mother Son Cult Subtitle: Ezekiel Speaker: Dr. Rich Schmidt Broadcaster: Union Grove Baptist Event: Midweek Service Date: 6/12/2024 Bible: Ezekiel 8:14 Length: 30 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Union Grove Baptist is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Mother Son Cult Subtitle: Ezekiel Speaker: Dr. Rich Schmidt Broadcaster: Union Grove Baptist Event: Midweek Service Date: 6/12/2024 Bible: Ezekiel 8:14 Length: 30 min.

CC350: On this month's bonus episode... Lindsie and Kail are perplexed at the reason Marlon Wayans never married. Lindsie shares an article about peer pressure and talks about what she's observed with Jackson. Kail wants to plan a Disney trip but scheduling and price are becoming an issue. Today's Foul Plays are giving helpful AND traumatic... Check out our Instagram @coffeeconvospodcast for more! Thank you to our sponsors! Apartments: Visit Apartments.com, a place to find a place ExpressVPN: For three extra months free visit ExpressVPN.com/KAIL Progressive: Visit Progressive.com to learn more

We welcome Lori and Walker Sartre, the dynamic duo behind the new podcast "My Experience, Your Experience." This innovative podcast brings together a mother-son team to explore pop culture through a multi-generational lens, covering everything from movies and television to comic books and video games. Their shared love for Star Wars truly shines through, with Gen-Xer Lori having grown up with the original trilogy and Walker being born during the prequel era. Find them on Instagram and YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Today on The Stories Collective we are so excited to be sharing an interview with our first mother-son duo Janna and Luke Montgomery! This story starts in China with Luke's earliest memories being in an orphanage. He has no memory of his birth mother and describes what life was like in the orphanage. Unfortunately, it was a rough and dingy environment with very little adult supervision or even care. Luke also shares about an older boy who was an abuser to not only himself but some other younger kids. He didn't know what life would look like outside of the orphanage, but he knew that he wanted out. Meanwhile in the U.S. Janna and her husband Jeff were living life as a young married couple with Jeff being in the Air Force. They desired to have children but sadly struggled with infertility. While being stationed in Korea their eyes began to be opened to the possibility of adoption. They quickly ended up adopting a little two-year-old girl from Mississippi named Grace. Jeff and Janna now found themselves with a heart and passion for adoption. They started the process to adopt a child from Russia, but Janna kept coming across this little albino boy in an orphanage in China. God was leading the Montgomerys to this boy. This story is one that is hard to summarize in the show notes! Listen in to hear about how Luke became a part of the Montgomery family, what it looked like to go through adoption while being active military, how Luke began to heal from his trauma and got to have an actual childhood, the Lord's hand and really so much more! Your heart will be touched as Janna describes all of this as the ministry of adoption - in total they have adopted 8 children from across the world. The Montgomery family is moving to Alabama later this month and we will certainly miss them!Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God by Henry Blackaby - https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-God-2021-Knowing-Doing/dp/1087753678/ref=sr_1_4?crid=JJ002FJ7WXOL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LGPFfpkHEVJqc_Lw7EHl7B11ukW-nwlsUiBjZKL7hTZP2Ltws_pjSkluqpBLJwq-ptP4pfpg0QWaw9L4MKlhbK4oSt8akjZFZNpU3Oc9lIkuL3SY5zaZdBdwmBFZjOVZ74z7KvGUnbiBfAfYuHUSlZEblY1DR1cMOW6_6S3KIf9OrGG_JjZI_7h_rxYqYy0s49yZU-mmMwvYsQMmGsPIzZQTnnVFyBjUibvqJFrWeDk.xovXyQHlvWg_XxjDUamgkb4ku5enL7lj7Z3rhwKOgEU&dib_tag=se&keywords=experiencing+god+by+henry+blackaby&qid=1715109816&sprefix=henry+blac%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-4Would you please subscribe and leave us a review? This will help our podcast reach more people! We'd love it if you'd share this podcast with your friends on social media and beyond. Join us next Wednesday to hear another story of God's faithfulness!

Molly's son Sebastian is turning 11, and what could be a better way to celebrate than a trip to Walt Disney World?  Join Virginia and Molly as they discuss all the plans for this epic adventure which will include a stay at Disney's Beach Club Resort (they are hoping for some pool time at Stormalong Bay), a magical extra with the dolphins at EPCOT, and trying to meet Sebastian's goal of getting a photo in front of every park icon and riding Tron every day of the trip.   Trip Dates: March 7-11, 2024 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 3/3/24   Episode Specific Links: Follow Molly: Instagram and Facebook Molly would love to help you plan your vacation: Magic Memories with Molly Disney's Beach Club Resort Friends mentioned:Beccy - @a_hufflepuff_in_disney   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast   Subscribe and Review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts  Amazon Podcasts Pandora RSS Feed

After an amazing birthday trip with her newly 11 year old son Sebastian, Molly is back to go through all the details with Virginia!  There are so many fun things to talk about including seeing Cora, the new baby elephant on the Safari, a first time visit to Nomad for Sebastian, a birthday lunch at Steakhouse 71, sooo much park hopping and Tron riding, and more!   Trip Dates: March 7-11, 2024 Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/18/24   Episode Specific Links: Follow Molly: Instagram and Facebook Molly would love to help you plan your vacation: Magic Memories with Molly Disney's Beach Club Resort The Photography at Steakhouse 71 The Dolphins in Depth Experience at EPCOT Waterproof Portable Safe for Pool   Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest.   Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast   Subscribe and Review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts  Amazon Podcasts Pandora RSS Feed

Founded by Ken Dudley in 1978, Tip Top Furniture in Freehold, New York, has seen three generations of Dudley's take their place at the head of the family business. Currently run by Donna Mae, she and son Colby sat down for an interview during PrimeTime to talk about the keys to their multi-generational success and how they manage to merchandise a store that – at 35,000 square feet – can truly hold the entire population of Freehold.

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs gives you a list of popular hits and unique alternatives as songs for a special dance between a groom and his mother. Plus get mother and son dance songs to play based on the type of relationship they have.View a list of the best mother-and-son dance songs here.A Word About My Wedding SongsMy Wedding Songs is a resource of wedding song suggestions. Shop our books and planning guides including Wedding Pros - "The Wedding Songs Planner" and for Engaged Couples - "The Wedding Music Toolkit". Join 8k+ engaged couples/DJs/wedding pros on the weekly Wedding MusicLetter.

In this edition, we talked with the mother-son franchise powerhouse team of Carla Ceron and Diego Rosales Ceron of Fibrenew Mexico City. Carla has been operating Fibrenew in Mexico for over 20 years. Diego was just three years old when his mom started the business, and in this podcast, he shares many fond and funny stories of his earliest memories of his mom working the business and how she handled it all. Carla shares some sage life and business philosophies that have served her well. We talk about how they have structured their business, from their technicians, office administrator, their shop setup, the type of work they do, and much more. They also share how they work together as mother and son, what lines need to be drawn to make it work, and what the future holds for their franchise. You can reach out to Carla and Diego on Facebook, Instagram, and Linked In. If you're interested in hearing more podcasts with Fibrenew Franchisees, please subscribe to the Fibrenew Exchange on Apple, Spotify, Audible or wherever you get your pods. Remember that each month, we hold live webinars with Fibrenew Franchisees, where we discuss all things Fibrenew Franchising - from the work we do, our products, training, support, marketing, technology systems, and much more. To register your spot, hop over to fibrenew.com/franchising/research/webcasts - we look forward to seeing you there!

Welcome to Episode 188 of Autism Parenting Secrets. We're talking about stem cells this week.  It's an intervention you've likely heard about, but it's one that isn't widely understood.Our guest this week is Dr. Eric Weiss, and he sheds light on this topic.Dr. Weiss is a regional leader in advanced regenerative medicine, and he's one of the only physicians in the country utilizing umbilical cord stem cells to provide relief for adults and kids alike.Umbilical cord blood contains powerful cells with chemical signals that optimize the healing capacity of the human body. They seek out inflamed cells that are old, damaged, or injured and use this therapy to restore them.Dr. Weiss uses regenerative therapy to treat autism, and his son, Marston, has seen tremendous healing of his condition. His latest book, Educating Marston, details his and his wife Christine's journey in using stem cell therapy with their son.The secret this week is…STEM CELLS Promote NEURORESTORATIONYou'll Discover:The Backstory of Umbilical Cord Blood & Stem Cells (3:19)How Umbilical Cord Blood Is New For Autism (10:54)Key Ways To Reduce Brain Inflammation (15:24)How To Turn On NEURORESTORATION (19:40)Key Things To Consider (22:43)The Global Regulatory Landscape (28:09)Risks, Benefits And Insurance Coverage Considerations (31:21)About Our GuestDr. Eric Weiss is the Co-Author of Educating Marston. Dr Weiss practices all aspects of plastic surgery including: breast reconstruction. He has recently incorporated Umbilical Cord Blood/Stem Cells into his practice after seeing the incredible healing properties in his son Marston. Born in Brunswick, Maine, he spent his early childhood in Florida. His father was a physician, and mother was a psychologist, both with busy practices. Dr. Weiss graduated Magna Cum Laude from Davidson College with special attainments in chemistry and attended Duke University Medical School.https://www.educatingmarston.com/authorsReferences in The Episode:Educating Marston, A Mother & Son's Journey Though Autism, Christine Weiss and Dr. Eric Weisshttps://clinicaltrials.gov/Additional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

When Anne Holzbeierlein learned she had leukemia, she had a great ally in her corner, in more ways than one. Her son Jeff is an accomplished oncologist here at the University of Kansas Health System. But even he ended up getting some guidance from his colleagues. Today we're learning how Anne got the life-saving treatment she needed, even if her bone marrow donor wasn't a 100 percent match.

This is the All Local morning update for Saturday, January 20th, 2024.

This episode with Fritz Bolten is our very first “Mother - Son” duo for the Humans Of Agriculture podcast! We sat down with Fritz's Mother, Frauke Bolten-Boshammer, about two years ago. They both have incredible stories, as a family and as individuals. We talk about farming in Kununurra. The wet season. Succession and handing over the reigns, even when it doesn't quite involve your own children. Grief and loss following his fathers death by suicide when he was a teenager. Being a Nuffield Scholar. And what's next.Fritz's story is part of our partnership with the Nuffield Australia - Nuffield Scholar program - Where we are shining a light on some of the incredible stories of some of their scholars.A message from this episode sponsor, ANZ Agribusiness:Farming in Australia is never without opportunity, nor challenge. From season to season, and from day to day, producers manage a myriad of risks and rewards as they produce the vast range of commodities global markets now demand. At ANZ Agribusiness, we've been supporting farmers to take opportunities and manage through challenges for over 150 years. We're a proud and long term partner of Nuffield Australia, supporting its goal of capacity building for producers, their businesses, industry and rural community. Our network of regionally based Agribusiness bankers are ready to support both our existing customers, and any farming business seeking a review of their banking arrangements at any time. Find your local ANZ Agribusiness manager at ANZ.com.

Can moms love their sons too much? No mother wants to hinder their son from becoming a man, but the mother-son dynamic can create major headaches for the entire family if not handled properly. In this episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics of the mother-son relationship and the valuable roles both parents fill in their young man's life. From discussing the differences in parental roles to highlighting the importance of respect and clear communication, Steve and Mary Alessi sit down with their son Chris  offers insightful perspectives on family relationships and the impactful roles of mothers and fathers in shaping a son's development. ***NOW OPEN - OUR FAMILY BUSINESS STORE!***Get cool sweatshirts, t-shirts, hoodies and accessories to show the world that you know Family is Everybody's Business! Tap HERE to find something perfect for your gift list! JOIN THE FAMILY BUSINESS! Subscribe to the show on this app Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel Leave a review Have a question for the Alessis?Tap HERE and then the "Leave A Message" button to record your question!

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Welcome to TFTR Show (Thanks for The Rewind show) Episode #22. Join us for an electrifying ride in Episode 22! We've got a captivating lineup of stories, discussions, and surprises waiting for you. A mother and son who fell "madly in love" after meeting each other for the first time 18 years after the son was given up for adoption. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tftrshow/message

I can't believe it!  My oldest turned 20 this week!   Are you the kind of mother you thought you would be?   Or, like me, have you found that a lot is what you expected and many things never could have been anticipated! Parening is such a joy!   Here are some of my takeaways from being a mom for the past 20 years! oin our WELL Facebook group for more support and encouragement to refill daily with faith, self care, health and wellness!  Follow me on Insta FREE morning routine guide thewellteam.com/morningroutine Essential oils- thewellteam.com/essentialoils Get my favorite top 10 doTERRA products here: https://doterra.me/n2pgTr Email hello@thewellteam.com Want to talk? Kari's coaching will help you combat overwhelm and exhaustion to design a life you love through faith, self care, holistic health and habits you love! www.calendly.com/karidaviscoaching for a connection call to see if coaching with Kari is a good fit for you!-

In this episode, Mother & Son come together to discuss a possible Double Feature renaissance & the 1968 classic horror film “Rosemary's Baby! Find more of the MBP on; - Instagram: @Murderboard_pod - Twitter: @Murderboardthe - Monthly Subscription Episodes: https://anchor.fm/walter-williams-iii7/subscribe There you can get access to bonus episodes, videos & more Murderboard content while helping sustain future episodes. Join in on the conversation as well! If you are listening on Anchor or Spotify, you can comment your thoughts on the episode using the new Q&A tab in the show notes!!!! We'd Love To Hear From You!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walter-williams-iii7/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walter-williams-iii7/message

We know that with NFL Fantasy leagues and college football starting up, many of us 10ers are leaning in BIG!  As such, host Laurie Jabbar brings the typical behind banter with her adult boys to the pod.We are calling it "Takes Below Zero."  Absolutely no frills or fancy production value.  It's just a mom/son trio diving straight into the cold takes on the past week of college football, NFL games and of course, a splash of fantasy analysis.  They have a little fun with the winners, losers and shockers of the week.Stay tuned to the end when they have a little little lightening round fun and end on the hot take and some predictions for the upcoming week.Let's Go!Get Ready To Be Inspired, Educated, Empowered and Entertained! For more information visit us @shesa10times5. https://instagram.com/shesa10times5

Meet author/illustrator team Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Boston Weatherford (also mother and son). Carole has authored 70+ books, including award winning Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre;  Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom;  and All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson. Jeffery's beautiful illustrations can be found in  We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices and  You Can Fly: The Tuskegee Airman.  On this episode, we  celebrate the book birthday of their new, incredibly powerful joint venture Kin: Rooted in Hope ( I devoured it in one sitting), and we talk about how this duo brings nonfiction to life. [01:20]:  We discuss their experience collaborating as a mother-son duo.[03:01]:  Carole talks about their long history of collaboration and how working on books is different from everyday tasks.[03:30]:  We  discuss the genesis of Kin: Rooted in Hope.[04:46]: Carole and Jeffery discuss their family's ancestral farm and the inspiration behind Kin.[06:15]: Carole discusses the research process for Kin and shares some surprising discoveries she made along the way.[12:48]:  Carole reads a poem about Prissy Copper and explains its significance.[14:55]: Jeffery discusses his approach to illustrating the book.[19:40]: We reflect on how Kin provides  a rich context for understanding the lives of enslaved people.[21:10] : Jeffery discusses his technique and the inspiration behind specific illustrations.[26:54]:  Jeffery shares an illustration of Frederick Douglass and its significance.[28:07]: Carole highlights some of her favorite illustrations and their emotional impact.[31:38]:  Carole expresses the hope that readers will understand the value of preserving family stories and heritage. [34:33] Carole talks about her childhood and how her parents, both educators, nurtured her interests in poetry and visual arts.[35:41] Jeffery discusses how his mother recognized his artistic talent and encouraged his journey in the arts.[37:21] Dr. Diane shares the story of Archie Williams, the first African American meteorologist in the United States.[38:49] They discuss their involvement in STEM education, including hip hop workshops and a project about artist MC Escher, inspired by mathematics.[42:03] Carole discusses her criteria for choosing subjects to write about, including admiration, significance, and market demand.[44:23] Jeffery talks about how he envisions illustrations while reading the manuscript and selects images that resonate with him.Support the showRead the full show notes, visit the website, and check out my on-demand virtual course. Continue the adventure at LinkedIn or Instagram. *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

Virginia chats with Melissa about her recent trip to California with her son who wanted to attend VidCon.  After loving her first visit to Disneyland in December, Melissa was anxious to get back and since the convention center is right across the street from Disneyland…how could she say no?  A mom of four, Melissa got to spend one on one time with her eldest kiddo while also getting some solo park time (thanks to VidCon) to soak up the Disneyland magic! Trip Dates: June 20-27, 2023 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 6/15/23 Post Trip Interview: recorded 7/17/23 (starts at 36:44) Episode Specific Links: Melissa's Instagram and Facebook Orange Grove Travel Company Clarion Hotel Resort - a good neighbor hotel VidCon Genie+ Comparison: WDW vs DL Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share?  Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest. Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast Subscribe and Review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts  Amazon Podcasts Pandora RSS Feed

The Halifax Fringe Festival is nigh. This has been a banner year for submissions, with more than over 40 shows on offer at half a dozen venues across the city. One of them is Forest World, co-written by mother and son team, Louise Fox and Matthew Burley. It opens Sept. 6.

Up for review this week: Heart of Stone (Netflix) The Chosen One (Netflix) Blackberry (In cinemas now) Mother & Son (ABC Australia) With Strays in cinemas now too, Dan and Simon ask: “Who's a good boy?” And go through their top 5 dogs of film & TV.

Rachel describes her June 2023 mother/son trip to Walt Disney World. Hear about finding Baymax in a blind box and their Crystal Palace experience. Ready to book a trip? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.  

We read audience letters responding to the shortage of volunteer firefighters, and talk to Nadine Setzer and Finn Setzer, a mother-and-son firefighting team on Denman Island, B.C.

Tamiyo returns to Kamigawa. Kaya and Kaito prepare to defend it.

Bringing joy and happiness into your life should be intentional. Ali Perry-Davies is an individual who has experienced PTSD, traumatic brain injury, an a destructive and unhealthy and having those issues define her file a period of her life. Ali has learned that making a choice not to stay in that time and place in life starts with a desire to change and carry on with our personal stories.We discuss the role of resiliency and how we can build it in our lives. We talk about being hard-wired to live, despite difficulties in life. Ali shares her ideas on moving past surviving mode and into thriving mode. She shares her own experience of being in a place with little hope, belief, or a plan to move forward, but how that turned around when she met an employment counselor, Maggie Collins, who truly changed her life by believing in Ali and providing the support needed to grow hope and move forward.Ali discusses the support found in non-profit organizations that offer the help you need. We talk about giving ourselves time to make big life changes and how it is OK to feel nervous, frightened, and even have a limited vision of what you want to do. The important message is to have faith, which may be faith in the person you trust to help with the change, the process, or the people supporting you. You can lean on the faith of others that you will succeed. Tap into the power of people cheering you on and trust that you are worthy of good things in your life.About the Guest:Alison Perry-Davies (Ali) is intentional about Finding Joy in her life and inspiring others to find their own path to discovering their joy. Sustaining a brain injury in a motor vehicle accident, diagnosed with PTSD and raising a daughter with a variety of challenges, Ali decided there had to be more to life than what she was experiencing and began her journey to find more joy. Ali's belief is that wherever we come from, we have all known some level of pain, loss and trauma, these things do not need to define us. She doesn't ignore that these things have happened; however, she decided this is not the way her story ends. Ali's educational background is in Counselling, Ministry, Human Resources Management and Business and prior to her accident, she was working as a Disability Case Manager. Ali has always been passionate about Holistic healing and she continued to explore Holistic approaches to healing and became certified in Holistic Integrated Creative Art Therapies and Vibrational Therapy and Sound Healing. She continues to study complementary healing modalities. Ali is a recent winner of the WOW Woman of Worth 2023 award for "Community Spirit" sponsored by Global TV and a 2022 recipient of a Civic Service Award from the city of Victoria, B.C. Canada. Ali believes in building community.Ali hosts the podcast, Find Your Joy. She is also a co-author in 2 WOW (Woman Of Worth) Books as well as a Family Tree series book on Mother Son relationships. Ali went on to write her own book,“The Art of Healing Trauma; Finding Joy through Creativity, Spirituality and Forgiveness” which went to number one best seller in seven categories on Amazon. To connect with Ali:Website: https://aliwayart.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliwayart/About the Host:Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles navigating personal, life, and...

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