Podcasts about widowers

Do you think it's impossible to find love again after losing your spouse? You will want to hear Becca's story this week!Becca's journey through sudden widowhood, parenting three children (each with unique stories of their own), rebuilding her life, and eventually finding love again is both humbling and inspiring.She speaks candidly about the reality of life after loss: solo parenting, making impossible decisions, and waking up in a new “normal” that never feels quite right. Despite feeling fiercely independent, Becca learned to let others in—both as support and, eventually, as friends and new family members.Here are three key takeaways from the episode:Be Vulnerable Enough to Ask for (and Accept) Help: Even someone as independent as Becca struggled to accept support. But she found that when she clearly listed what she needed—whether it was tree removal or meals—her network showed up in amazing ways. Giving others clear, simple ways to help makes a huge difference for everyone!Community & Connection are Non-Negotiable: Attending a widow's conference with Never Alone Widows seemed morbid and overwhelming to Becca at first—but it turned into a lifeline. She eventually created her own thriving widows group, reminding us all that “you're not alone.” Just one conversation or gathering can spark healing and friendship, even for those who think group support isn't their thing.New Beginnings Don't Negate Previous Love: Through patience, honesty, and intentional blending, Becca opened herself to a new relationship and family while continuing to honor the legacy of her late husband and everything they built together. It's a powerful reminder that it's possible to both grieve and embrace joy, sometimes at the same time. Becca's experience is a testament to resilience, compassion, and the beauty that can emerge from saying “yes”—even when it feels impossible.Becca's Instagram: @thewidowswalkTo join our 60 Days Of Summer Healing Quest For Widows and Widowers and GET YOUR FREE downloadable progress tracker, go to https://www.widow180.com/healingquest  Be sure to join our Facebook group, Widow 180 The Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/312036956454927Also follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/widow_180/Check us out on YouTube at Widow 180: The Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-DK_dl31qMilJ5cE6t9MVQFor more blog posts and resources go to www.widow180.comQuestions? Email me at jen@widow180.com

A grieving widower marries a mysterious woman to care for his children — only to discover she may be a monstrous werewolf haunting the dark forests of the Hartz Mountains in the tale, “Werewolf” from The Weird Circle! | #RetroRadio EP0421Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:50.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Transformation of Joebee” (March 25, 1976)00:46:57.279 = Strange, “Flying Dutchman” (1955) ***WD01:00:06.759 = Strange Wills, “Black Interlude” (June 22, 1946)01:30:12.469 = Suspense, “Last Night” (June 15, 1943)01:59:29.409 = Tales of the Frightened, “Ladder” (1957)02:04:33.129 = Tales From The Tomb, “Hooked” (1960s)02:08:47.927 = Theater Five, “Look Who's Talking” (September 28, 1964)02:29:22.509 = CBC Theater 1030, “Trespassers Will Be Experimented Upon” (1968-1971) ***WD03:00:10.579 = 2000 Plus, “The Other Man” (June 07, 1950) ***WD03:30:54.549 = The Unexpected, “Career Woman” (1948)03:43:13.239 = Unit 99, “Car Being Towed” (February 28, 1958)04:06:44.199 = Dark Venture, “Only Inhabitant” (November 19, 1946) ***WD04:36:36.489 = The Weird Circle, “Werewolf” (May 07, 1944)05:05:57.106 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode more listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music LibraryABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0421

When a beautiful young wife goes missing, police take a closer look at her older husband's past relationships.Sources: 1. Dowling, Paul. Forensic Files. 2002.2. “Emelita Villa Reeves (1968-1994) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/223146547/emelita-reeves. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.3. “Jack Wayne Reeves v. The State of Texas--Appeal from 52nd District Court of Coryell County :: 1996 :: Texas Court of Appeals, Tenth District Decisions :: Texas Case Law :: Texas Law :: U.S. Law :: Justia.” Justia Law, https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/tenth-court-of-appeals/1996/7004.html. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.4. “Myong Hui Chong Reeves (1957-1986) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/113353686/myong-hui-reeves. Accessed 1 May 2025.5. “Sharon DeLane Vaughn Reeves (1944-1978) - Find a Grave Memorial.” Find a Grave - Millions of Cemetery Records, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/63748251/sharon_delane-reeves. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.6. Springer, Patricia. Mail Order Murder. Pinnacle Books, 1999.7. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 1995.8. Sulphur Times-Democrat, 19 May 1960.9. Sulphur Times-Democrat, 18 Apr. 1963.10. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Aug. 1996.This Week's Episode is Brought To You By:MasterClass - Learn from the best to be your best - 15% off an annual membership https://masterclass.com/lovemurderFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grief specialist Ashley Olivia Nelson joins us on Widow 180: The Podcast. Ashley shared her deeply personal journey as a two-time widow before 35, and her transition into helping others navigate grief.There were so many powerful insights, but here are the top 3 takeaways:

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episode and guestToday, I have the honor of introducing someone very special—Steve, a 65-year-old man living in the UK. He has been married to Lindsay for 40 years and has three grown-up children and five grandchildren. His life changed significantly when Lindsay died suddenly nearly two years ago. Steve was a client of mine for several years following the heartbreaking, sudden and unexpected loss of his Lindsay. Steve's journey through grief is exemplary because he diligently put himself out to understand grief, to learn to live with it and integrate the loss of his companion of a lifetime into a meaningful life. I invited him to share his story because it offers much insight.When we began working together, Steve was recently widowed. From the beginning, he wanted to grow not because of his loss but despite it and embrace life yet again. Over the time we worked together, I've had the privilege of witnessing his incredible transformation—how he embraced his own grief and walked alongside the grief of his three adult children. We worked through the difficult emotions, and he ultimately rebuilt his life in a way that honors his late wife's memory while also opening himself up to new love.Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

Our late sister's husband abandoned her during her illness and has now taken her children without the family's consent, shortly after her funeral. We demand their immediate return. - Family Accuses

For whom the bell tolls.

#281 What do you do when everything that once defined your life disappears, and you're left with a blank page you never asked for? In this unforgettable episode, I sit with a widower navigating life after profound loss. For 31 years, he was a husband, a caregiver, a provider. Now, Spirit offers him something else: a chance to finally become who he truly is. Together, we uncover the invitations grief has placed before him to reclaim the parts of himself long buried beneath duty, embrace his soul's identity as an artist, intuitive, and guide, and re-enter the world in new ways. If you've ever had to start over, question who you are, or face freedom you didn't ask for, this episode is for you. What's Inside This Episode?  A soul-level exploration of life after loss and the freedom no one prepares you for  Sacred messages from Spirit affirming his identity as an artist, guide, and intuitive A personalized numerology reading that reveals his deeper calling and untapped gifts  Reflections on love, reinvention, and what it means to be fully seen  The power of community, creativity, and choosing self-expression over survival Loved This Episode? Rate, Review, and Subscribe: Never miss a dose of divine guidance, hit that subscribe button and drop a review. Share It: If this conversation resonates, share it with someone who could use a little more creativity and self-trust in their world. Stay Connected: Follow me on socials at the links below for more tips, insights, and uplifting messages between episodes. --- ✨ Decode your inner signals, release blocks, and step into your full potential with the Intuition Activation Mentorship. Enroll today and listen to the episode for a *secret* discount code! https://zoeygreco.com/iam ✨ Get the answers you seek, book a 1:1 with me! https://zoeygreco.com/channeled-readings ✨ Discover Your Unique Intuitive Gifts! Take My FREE Quiz Here Find me here! Instagram: @thezoeygreco TikTok: @thezoeygreco  Website: ZoeyGreco.com Audio Editing by: Mike Sims 22fifty mike@22fifty.com      

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Mr A.J. Coleman is the second Widower to be interviewed on Widow Recovery Secrets. He came all the way from Illionis,USA to share is journey of loss, and self recovery. AJ Coleman was devastated when he lost his wife to cancer, leaving him alone to raise their baby daughter. He felt an almost debilitating mourning as he faced this and other challenges—becoming a single father, accepting his hearing impairment, learning to deal with anxiety and panic attacks, and recovering from job losses. Keep Those Feet Moving is his gift to other widowers and people suffering losses and challenges to encourage you with his heartfelt advice gleaned from his journey. He offers actions you can take to move beyond difficulties and toward happiness. This eight-step guide and memoir will inspire you to reflect on your reactions to hardship and give you the power to achieve your ambitions. You'll discover • 4 ways to cope with the loss of someone you love; for example, consider it a marathon. • 5 steps to success as a single parent, such as prioritizing your children. • How to bounce back from a job loss, with ideas to make the job search smoother. • Self-reflection footsteps, including guided questions and exercises to help you recognize obstacles and create a response. • 5 tips to help “keep those feet moving,” like honestly assessing your emotional and mental health. After reading AJ Coleman's true story, you'll realize strength comes from your response to change and adversity. Find the motivation and tools you need to Keep Those Feet Moving today!  Get your copy at www.KeepThoseFeetMoving.com.

Marriage Dynamics and the Dynamic Marriage Uncovered Podcast is proud to introduce you to Mark Daniel. There's no doubt, Mark Daniel loves God. Everything he has done and continues to do in his professional and personal life, points to a passionate and servant-like leadership unmatched by most. Even after losing his wife, he continues to share and teach what a successful marriage should look like. This episode will challenge husbands specifically on how to follow Christ first while being the best in loving and enjoying your spouse for life. Be sure to contact us at Marriage Dynamics for information about workshops, Dynamic Marriage Weekends and the curriculum offered, that is changing the course of marriages every single day! www.marriagedynamics.com  

A man sits alone in his worn-out armchair, the flicker of a TV casting shadows across the room. Then, out of nowhere, a spark—no warning, no flame, just a sudden, impossible heat. In minutes, he's gone, reduced to ash, while the chair beneath him barely smolders. They call it spontaneous human combustion, a mystery that creeps into the edges of our understanding, leaving behind questions that itch at the back of your mind. How does a body burn so hot, so fast, with no source, no fuel, no mercy? Now imagine the stories—hundreds of them, whispered over decades. A woman found in her kitchen, nothing but a pile of soot and a single unburned foot, the stove cold as stone. A farmer in his field, charred to nothing while the grass around him stays green. No screams, no smoke, just silence and a lingering smell of something wrong. Scientists scramble for answers—chemical reactions, freak accidents—but the truth slips through their fingers like ash in the wind. Tonight, we're diving into that darkness, peeling back the layers of this eerie riddle. What ignites a person from the inside out? We'll see you on the inside.  TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Cold Open w/ Distractions 1:14 - Intro Music 2:33 - Nightmare of a Nail Biter 5:29 - Christian's "Life Advice" 6:54 - This is Why We Have Timestamps, Folks. Use 'em.  8:59 - Today's Topic: Spontaneous Human Combustion 10:52 -  Polonus Vorstius (Milan, Italy - 1400's) 13:42 - Why No Church Records From a Random Tavern? 14:13 - Thoughts on Spontaneous Human Combustion 15:28 - Nicole Millet (Paris, France - 1725) 16:03 - No Hearths Were Stroked, Apologies 18:23 - Wooden Spoon, UNTOUCHED!  19:26 -  Countess Cornelia Zangari de Bandi (Cesena, Italy - 1745) 20:28 - Important Bob Villa v. Bob Villa Tangent  23:13 - Mary Reeser (Florida, USA - 1951) 26:25 - Can You Shrink a Skull?  28:22 - Dr. J. Irving Bentley (Pennsylvania, USA - 1966) 29:28 - The Bathe v. Fat Greasy Deuce Debacle  31:20 - Scott's Confusion Intensifies  32:42 - George Mott (Crown Point, New York - 1986) 32:59 - Widowers & Alcoholism   34:35 - Frank Baker (Vermont, USA - 1985) 35:49 - Much Needed Dry Mouth Cranberry Tea Break  36:53 - A Rare Survivor Thanks to Doinkin' 37:49 - Michael Faherty (County Galway, Ireland - 2010) 39:13 - Scott Accidentally Pisses Off His Irish Brethren, Apologies 41:03 - Unnamed German Woman (2015, Flensburg, Germany) 43:33 - The Wick Effect & Other Theories 45:03 - Experiments on Pig Carcasses (Nice)  53:50 - It Got Christian.. -------- If you want to become a producer, visit this link: http://bit.ly/3WZ3xTg Episode Producer: Eric Long -------- The Twilight Zone meets Mystery Science Theatre 3000 meets an uncomfortable Thanksgiving dinner conversation with your in-laws. TFD is a weekly paranormal comedy podcast featuring real ghost stories, Cryptid lore discussions, and true paranormal experiences catering to the week's theme. Fresh episodes drop every Thursday across all podcast platforms, and feature perspectives from both believer and skeptic sides of the aisle. So if you're a fan of haunted places, terrifying paranormal activity, and true ghost stories from real people, you're in the right place, friend. Recorded in an undisclosed location somewhere in the beautiful woods of Wasilla, Alaska.   ++SUBMIT YOUR STORY FOR OUR LISTENER STORY EPISODES++ Email: thegang@thefreakydeaky.com Voicemail: 801-997-0051 ++WEBSITE & MERCH++ Website: www.thefreakydeaky.com Merch: www.thefreakydeaky.com/store ++FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS FOR EXCLUSIVES++ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3goj7SP Instagram: https://bit.ly/2HOdleo Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ebSde6 TFD Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/tfdfb TikTok: https://bit.ly/35lNOlu

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As I continued my journey after the loss of my wife Pam I've had a series of what I call God moments that have happened in some of the most unlikely places. No matter what your beliefs, these events I share cannot be attributed to simple fate, luck or whatever you want to call it. No, I truly believe God was there and arranged these events. I think you will agree after listening to this one which involves me attending a college basketball game in Febuary 2020 between Oregon and Oregon State. I hope you enjoy.

After a years-long struggle with Behçets Syndrome, Anita's sister, Kaylyn, left behind a kind-hearted widower named Mark. Learn about what it was like for Mark and his family to live with Kaylyn's auto-immune struggles, how it is having two young widowed people now in the family, and if indeed the giant truck Mark grief-bought was helpful. Now taking applications for Mark to meet new friends: email widowwedonow@gmail.comSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

In this episode of Tendrils of Grief, we reconnect with Phil Pinti, a Marine Corps Veteran, Federal Government employee of 17 years, and an experienced recreational ultra runner. Phil, a graduate of West Chester University, resides in Ellicott City, Maryland, with his fiancée, Kellie, and their three children. The last time we spoke with Phil in June 2021, we were both in different places—personally and in our grief journeys. Since then, Phil has continued pushing his limits, taking on the grueling 2021 Desert RATS ultra-running endurance event, a six-day stage race covering 150 miles across the Kokopelli Trail from Fruita, Colorado, to Moab, Utah. His journey is featured in the documentary A Long Way From Nowhere, available on the Audacious Report YouTube channel, where runners share the physical and emotional discoveries that come with endurance racing. Join us as Phil reflects on his experiences with grief, resilience, and the life lessons he's gained through pushing his physical and mental limits in one of the most extreme endurance events in the world. Episode Highlights Ultra running endurance Overcoming grief through running Phil Pinti documentary A Long Way From Nowhere film Desert RATS race 2025 Running for mental health Coping with grief through sports Extreme endurance challenges Ultra marathon training tips Healing through physical challenges Veteran ultra runners Mindfulness and running Trail running mental resilience Pushing past limits in ultra races Running as therapy   Connect with Phil Pinti Phil Pinti on Facebook Watch his documentary    Did you enjoy today's episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don't forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In   Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Let me hear your thoughts!

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The ladies are back from their '25 cruise and, well, time to reflect on it as they have their usual Tuesday night dinner!

Meet Nick. By day, he's a dad, CPA, and disc golf aficionado. By night...ok lets be honest... 24/7 he's all that AND a widower. After losing his wife to a blood infection five days after the birth of their second child, Nick found himself in uncharted territory. Check out his story, and learn about the serendipitous way he was connected to Anita and Mel. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

The sparks before the ignition of war.By FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Time is not your enemy any more than breathing and your heartbeat are inconvenient."Aya, Why don't you go help Saku," I rechanneled Aya's boundless energy. "Back in the day, every noble was attended to by squires who took care of their gear and served that noble as body servants. In turn, she taught them the art of war." Sakuniyas shot me a nasty look.Aya poked her head between Pamela and Miyako."That sounds like fun," she met Saku's glacial chill with a warm spring breeze."I don't want their help," she grumbled."It sounds like free labor," Pamela smirked."I said I don't want their help," Saku snarled."Okay," I rolled my eyes. "Aya, Fatal Squirts, attention!" They all looked at me. "I command you, as your Celestial Potentate Poohbah, to stare at Sakuniyas until she gives you a task of a personal, to her, nature to do. Get at it."Four sets of precocious, will-eroding cuteness assaulted the Assyrian Queen, victor of a hundred battles and skirmishes."You are despicable," was Saku's chosen acidic barb."I second that motion," Pamela patted me on the back. "I keep finding myself being prouder and prouder of you, every day. Stop it," she teased me.None of those words dampened my mood, or my plan."How much longer is this flight going to take?" Saku groused."Four hours," I lied. It was way closer to two.To my way of thinking, it wasn't like she could get much angrier with me after she discovered my ruse. (I was wrong. She could and did. I'm an idiot.) Saku shook her head, and the task-mastering began. An hour and forty-five minutes later, the pilot alerted us that we were ten minutes from our final approach. Bits and pieces of her armor were all over the front seats and the floor of the exit-way space.Diligent little fingers were still polishing and checking straps for signs of excessive wear or fabric fatigue. Their 'noble' hovered over them, pointing out the right way to do things and what they were doing wrong. Her congratulating them for doing a good job was rather non-Amazon of her, but the kids ate it up.With the ten minute warning still hanging in the air, my duplicity inspired Saku to finally flip out. I was pretty sure she didn't think through what she was doing. She simply drew her 22cm/9in blade and threw it at my face. Miyako caught it between her hands, an effortless clap, fuck."Four hours!" Saku howled at me. "You said we had four hours, I could have held them off for two!""Why do you think I lied to you?" I kept my amusement out of my tone because I was rather attached to the idea of my wagging tongue not being cut out of my mouth.It wasn't lost on us that every member of my SD team was alert and had blades drawn (firefights on planes in mid-flight is severely frowned upon) and were staring at her. I wanted to tell Rachel to 'stand down', except that would be unfair. I wasn't 100% sure Saku was done being furious with me.Telling Rachel to set aside her instincts was something I tried to keep a minimum, only to be used when it I was forced to take in the bigger picture."What is going on here?" Rachel asked with professional calm. So, I told her the truth, the real truth."Oh," Rachel grunted. She gave a motion for her team to rest easy then came my way."Knife," she held out a hand to Miyako who instantly gave it over, pommel first. Rachel deftly flipped it over so she was holding the razor sharp blade then smacked me on the top of my head, hard."Ow, " I whined. "That hurt.""It was supposed to," Rachel glared. She walked down the aisle to Saku, returning her blade."Did you just smack him in the head?" Saku was trying to make sense of what she'd seen."Yes," Rachel nodded."He screwed up and I impressed upon him to not do it again. As you might guess, this is a fairly regular occurrence with him. We all take wicked-fine pleasure in that part of his education.""But you are his bodyguards, is he really the Head of House Ishara, or was that a lie as well?" Saku was still confused by her prideful arrogance and how I was misplacing my own."Sakuniyas, Cáel was not raised in our culture. He has only been a member of the Host for a few weeks. This is not to belittle his impressive education," Pamela intervened. "Both he, and those of the House who know him, agree that the occasional physical chastisement works better than words alone.""You could reward me with sex," I muttered. "Positive reinforcement, ""Forty-six days, Bitch," Rachel growled."You are ferocious in battle, fearless and clever," Saku turned back to me. "Why do you put up with this constant degradation?""Degradation? I'm not insulted by what Rachel did or said," I retorted. "She is trying to teach me things I need to know if I'm going to survive. I respect her superior knowledge in her professional capacity," I continued. "I don't get upset when people tease, taunt, or challenge Cáel 'Wakko' Ishara, that's me, if you are confused.I save my indignation for those who scorn Dot Ishara, Yakko Ishara and all members of House Ishara, past and present. Quite frankly, being disrespectful to me is actually rather difficult because I only care about the sensibilities of a handful of people.""How can any warriors follow a leader into battle if that person has no pride and never shies away from shame?And besides, what is this Wakko/Dot/Yakko nonsense," Saku persisted. "Fatal Squirts, start assembling my armor." Her attention was split between me and her panoply."Hello," I snickered. "I'm a male Amazon. The fact that I haven't run for my life way before now is all the heroic background check anyone should require.Doubting my common sense actually makes sense. Doubting my courage, or loyalty is idiotic in too many ways to count. As for revealing the hallowed and revered enigmatic occult appellations of my House, " I started."Get him!" Tiger Lily showed some faux-outrage."Shit!" I cried out as Delilah, Tiger Lily and the rest of the SD swarmed me. Pamela and Miyako were of no help whatsoever. I could not express my joy more at the resulting physical abuse and humiliation aimed my way. I was tickled. Yes, my Kick-Ass, full-blood, natural born killers pinned me down and tickled me until I nearly peed on myself.In a very short period of time, we'd shared some really nerve-racking moments. Dad dying, my showdown with Hayden, being mugged by Carrig and the rest of the crap that rained down blow after blow once I came out of my coma. They had taken me numerous times to the hospital and had to sit back helplessly while I suffered. Yet, I refused to be repressed by circumstance.I fought for our people, OUR people now, both with the Earth  and  Sky in shared counsel and the Seven Pillars on the battlefield. Rachel hadn't given me word-one of a reprimand for leaving Charlotte to raise the alarm while I rushed into danger. I was an Amazon in her eyes. Charlotte could fix the phone. Miyako and I could not. The bridge had to be secured immediately.We couldn't wait on Charlotte. I didn't even act as if what I did was all that brave. Rachel knew me far better now; she wouldn't make that mistake. Had I been able to fix the phone, I would have stayed and sent Charlotte. Had the whole team been there and Rachel told me to stay, I would have stayed while they ran into the fight.No. The situation hadn't allowed that, so I had killed a number of men and been wounded. The backside of my right thigh had merely been grazed (which my normally mangled left side found to be grossly unfair.) That was another scar to add to my 'sexy'. I had fought in my own insane manner and was alive solely because Saku had decided to shoot another man instead of me.Even after I knew who she was, I had allied with her and charged the rear of the enemy troop convoy. In the after-battle analysis, they weren't sure how many Seven Pillar Special Forces I had killed, both in the gulch and when I annihilated the back section of the attack column, and took my impromptu flying lesson.Credit for destroying the bridge jacks, thus making the BBQ a carnal cookout featuring Chinese 'Long-Pig', was still hanging out there as well. Rachel and company were still pissed with me despite all that. Why? On a purely personal level, they realized they would miss me if I got myself killed. They were not supposed to feel that way about their protectee.I certainly wasn't their first protective detail, though they were starting to believe I'd be their last. No, I had done everything right, by going into harm's way, and they were furious with the universe for placing us in that situation. Since the universe wasn't offering itself up to be punished, it fell on me to soak up their pique.Delilah was simply picking on me because she could get away with it this time."You are all embarrassments," Saku remarked bitterly once my screams began breathless pleas for mercy. "The Host has fallen a great way since my day." What a killjoy. I finally got my breath back."And the Queen on the floor of the Royal chambers, pushing around toy chariots with her two eldest sons and a child-playmate, was the height of decorum."Well, if looks could kill, I would have never made my nineteenth birthday, so Saku's glare was just another walk in the park."That was a personal moment with my family. It was a very private moment," she sizzled."My Mother's line is, it is what it is. My Father was murdered. My Father's sister and I were never close. These people are my family and my choice of kin.""English," Pamela chided us."Having no family to call your own, you welcome so many that 'family' has no meaning," Saku angrily mocked my words.There was a hushed moment then everyone but the three other Squirts and Saku started laughing. The three kids didn't know me either."By what metric do you measure family by?" I snickered."On his third day on the job, Fehér mén (Aya's pet name for me, White Stallion in the Magyar tongue, it is complicated) threw his body over my sisters and me to protect us," Aya said."He spared my foster-sister when she gravely insulted him," Mona volunteered. "He didn't know me. The Amazon, Constanza, would have died by anyone else's hand, except his. You may look down your nose at his mercy. As you do so, consider that it is his mercy that allows you to feel that way about him, and us right now." Whoa,"I have never seen him fight out of pride, or take joy in any combat," Rachel stared down Saku. "My only fear is that Cáel will get himself killed saving my life, or the life of any member of my team. He knows it is wrong. He knows I will be absolutely furious with him, and he accepts that. He is like no other Amazon I have ever known.We have limits. We follow orders. At our best, we put the welfare of the Host over our own survival. Not Ishara, Wakko Ishara. He follows the dictates of his house and those are to seek mercy and peace where appropriate. He is like no Amazon I have ever known, and I have zero doubt that he is one of the best Amazons I will ever know," she finished with a chuckle."I'm speaking my mind, aren't I?" she asked me."Afraid so, sorry about that," I apologized for corrupting her social skills."Saku, your mistake is that you confuse his caring about you and caring about your opinion of him," Pamela finished things up."Sakuniyas, I will work to honor my pledge to you. I will try to keep you alive because you can be a powerful ally of the Host, but also because it is the right thing to do," I enlightened her. "That doesn't make you all that special though. Personally I think you are a horrible, bitter bitch and lousy company for any non-masochist.I'm going to help you in the same way I'm going to help everyone else here. This is despite me feeling confident that not a single Amazon on this planet has a living father. They've never had brothers because their mothers murdered them. Your crappy attitude doesn't influence me one way, or the other. You are a horrible fucking person born to a horrible fucking race, my race, the Amazon Host.""You kill your fathers and sons," Delilah mumbled as she looked from face to face, finding not a single bit of denial, or shame. "I thought that was so much Greek bull's buttocks.""Nope," Aya shrugged. "Before I left for camp, Momma told me they put Daddy, my other Daddy, down when I was two." Kind of like Old Yeller, or Benji. "His name was Paul Twelve."Delilah looked at me with downright worrisome eyes."Yeah, I figured that out on day two on-the- job," I relayed to her. "For the past 2500 years, every male child of the Host has been tossed off a cliff to his death, or left out in the wilds for predators to devour. Every male they have kidnapped has been under a death sentence from the moment of capture.They tried to genetically breed their captive male population with Amazon females, but something went wrong. The males began passing on genetic defects that poisoned the race. In response, they have begun recruiting men, such as myself, and exterminating their old male breeding populace.Initially, I didn't run because I was sure they would hunt me down and kill me. Later, later I came to like enough of the Host to decide that knowing what was going on meant I couldn't let it slide. I couldn't leave this issue for someone else to tackle. I know I'm facing long odds, yet I'll never succeed if I don't try," I wrapped up my little my 'Cáel's Amazon Primer' lecture."Okay, okay, Cáel you are blood nuts, and hellishly brave. The rest of you are just hellish, killing your own kin as infants or if they get too old," Delilah sputtered. "That's plain wrong.""I had sons," Saku stated. "They grew into fine, strong warriors. My daughters married into the nobility.""Delilah, we don't expect you to understand our culture. Twice in our people's history, men have tried to eliminate our society, stealing our homes and property, and enslaving our children and sisters. We let down our guard once, and that nearly destroyed us, except we now have Cáel and a better understanding of what happened that second time," Tiger Lily educated Delilah."It turned out that not all males betrayed us. No, when we needed them the most, they sacrificed themselves for the welfare of our people and we repaid that loyalty with anger and barbarism. That is a burden we have carried all these centuries without understanding it. Only within the past month has the real truth about the Second Betrayal become known.Many of us are now re-evaluating the dictates of our faith concerning men and sons. After all, Cael is the descendent of Amazons of a First House, dating back to the Trojan Wars. He has been welcomed by his ancestors and his goddess, Dot Ishara," she completed."What is it with the Dot, Wakko and, ""Everyone buckle up," the pilot announced over the intercom. "We are on our final approach." Saku and the Squirts had her armor in some kind of order, we buckled up and let the plane coast on down to earth."Delilah and Cáel, since our 'vacation' was cut short, we haven't been able to bring your personal effects back from Africa yet," Rachel told us."Also, there will be four of Javiera's people meeting us in the hangar," she added. "We have been told to view them as non-hostiles.""Oh joy," Pamela muttered then, "There is nothing to worry about folks.""What? Me worry?" I goofy grinned her way.(Governments, horrendous enemies and ruthlessly evil friends)Four SUVs waited for us in the wide-open hangar. No sooner had the pilot given us the 'green light', than Rachel released the door/stairs mechanism and Charlotte began her decent. We had the camp FN P-90's, not the older Havenstone UMP 40's, so that was the weapon whose sights she was looking down as her eyes scanned the room. Five people. Four SUVs.Rachel went next with me right behind her. My SD's precautions turned our guests from a rather annoyed-casual to alert-angry. Standing with our two standard Mercedes GL550's was Wiesława of House Živa. A sole guardian indicated to me that an ass-kicking was in the offing elsewhere. The Golden Mare, Saint Marie was gathering the Havenstone Security Detail for some purpose, which meant she could only spare one more warrior for me.I was fine with that. Not only did I feel bad about denying her the four ladies I had, I knew we were going into this global conflict outnumbered and out-financed. The Seven Pillars had gotten at least one blow in by striking at the Amazon summer camp. I had every reason to believe other unexpected attacks had occurred all across the globe.In the closest black Tahoe SUV (didn't anyone use sedans anymore?) were two men in modestly tailored, off-the-rack suits. One with buzz-cut gray-white hair, was closer to fifty than forty, was as tall as me (a bit over six feet) and close to my weight and build. That guy was pissed off.His partner was smaller (5ft 10in.) and lighter. He was also cocky with that 'I know more than you schmucks' air about him. Beside the farther SUV, a Range Rover (black, of course, I swore in that moment that if I ever got to have my own fleet of House Ishara SUV's, I was going with baby blue, just to fuck with people's heads), were two other men, one cultured and the other a bad-ass.

Helga Himmelsbach is setting up a support group for widows and widowers in County Clare. This service will be available soon. To find out more about this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ballyvaughan resident, Helga Himmelsbach. Photo (c): Clare FM

Send us a textCan men and women ever just be friends, or is there always something more lurking beneath the surface? Gia and Joey kick off "Unfiltered and Unafraid" by exploring this intriguing question, all sparked by a serendipitous TikTok encounter. With a unique blend of Joey's seasoned insights and Gia's lively energy, we dive into our personal stories, from Joey's attempt at a redneck alter ego to Gia's sandwich-making prowess. Our chemistry is palpable, and we want to share that with our listeners, especially those over 50, as we laugh and learn through genuine conversations.Our debut episode doesn't shy away from tackling stereotypes and societal norms with a humorous twist. From the 'crazy' antics of both genders to the evolving roles in the adult film industry, no topic is too taboo. We even muse about quirky OnlyFans content and our own TikTok adventures, whether it's misunderstanding innuendos or riding unexpected viral waves. It's a tapestry of laughter, personal insights, and the quest to grow our online presence while keeping things fun and authentic.Dating tips for those navigating the choppy waters of relationships post-50 are also on our agenda. With insights from Marnie Zhang Catalaro and Tiana Zhang of My Mindful Match, we chat about setting boundaries, the art of not oversharing, and maintaining authenticity in the dating world. From debating fashion faux pas, like wearing Crocs on a date, to more serious themes like self-care and communication, we explore what it means to truly connect with someone new. We wrap up our episode with heartfelt thanks to our guests and supporters, eager to continue this candid journey with you across TikTok and beyond.Support the showFollow us on Instagram @spacecoastpodcastSponsor this show Want to watch our shows? https://youtube.com/@spacecoastpodcast

Send us a textJoin us as we explore the heartfelt tale of a lonely handyman trying to win over a local widow who just isn't interested. We unpack the humor, heartbreak, and lessons in unrequited love. Tune in, then let's share laughs and stories over a fun coffee meetup. See you there!https://linktr.ee/areyoufreeforcoffeeMusic by:Golden Hour by Vlad Gluschenko https://soundcloud.com/vgl9

That Aged Well is in the midst of Nighttime Soap Month, and after taking on two famously crazy ones, Paul and Erika are taking a left turn to watch an episode of the long-running family soap 7th Heaven. And not just any episode…they're talking about the famous one that all revolves around a mystery joint that appears in the family home! Come one, come all, and let us marvel at the messaging!You can follow That Aged Well on Bluesky (@ThatAgedWell.bsky.social), Instagram (@ThatAgedWell), and Threads (@ThatAgedWell)!SUPPORT US ON PATREON FOR BONUS CONTENT!THAT AGED WELL MERCH!Wanna rate and review? HERE YOU GO!Hosts: Paul Caiola & Erika VillalbaProducer & Editor: Paul Caiola

30% of women over the age of 50 are single. 50% of women over age 65 are single.  Too often the whole dating process is overwhelming, frustrating, and unsuccessful. Enter Bela Gandhi- the nationally known dating coach who regularly appears on Good Morning America and hosts a hit podcast, “The Smart Dating Academy.” So whether you need to fix your picker, find the whole idea of dating daunting or are not finding success when it comes to companionship and love, Bela's got your back. And if you are not on the hunt, you know someone who is!  After you listen to this episode, head on over to Substack.com/@DrStreicher for my post on avoiding a sexually transmitted infection!   On this episode:  ·      Is it ever too late to find love? ·      What's BETTER about dating over 50? ·      WHAT is the biggest MISTAKE midlife women make when it comes to dating? ·      If women need to resign themselves to dating OLDER men ·      TIPS for ON-LINE dating ·      What if someone doesn't want to go online?  ·      RED-FLAGS you need to know ·      What about women seeking women? Do you advise the same things? ·      When it comes to dating WIDOWERS, what's your advice?  ·      How about the DIVORCED guys?  ·      How long someone should wait before GETTING NAKED? ·      How much PAST HISTORY should be shared?  Bela Gandhi  Website:    www.smartdatingacademy.com Podcast:  Podcast - Smart Dating Academy Instagram:  Instagram  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/smartdatingacademy Watch: TED Talk - The Secret to Lasting Love! Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Substack/cm/@DrStreicher  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Burnie and Ashley discuss rural Scotland holiday hours, work/life/holiday balance, broke math, forced Boomer nostalgia, Christmas movies, weird transitions for media, 80s NFL broadcasts vs NFL Films, pan and scan, motion smoothing, Q vs Q, Black Doves, Hawkeye, Lady Avengers, edible glitter, the gift card economy, and being "hard to buy for." Support our podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/morningsomewhere For the link dump visit: http://www.morningsomewhere.com For merch, check out: http://store.morningsomewhere.com

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17 Days: A Widower's Story of Loss, Resilience, and Parenting Through Grief with Shane Musgrove In this episode, you'll hear:  Insights into the unique challenges of being a widower, both as a man and a father Tips on finding the right support group  Practical and compassionate approaches to guiding children through grief Shane Musgrove is the creator of 17 Days, a public speaking platform dedicated to helping others navigate grief, loss, adversity, addiction, and more. Growing up, Shane experienced a challenging home environment marked by abuse and addiction. His father struggled with alcoholism and addictions to crack cocaine and pills, ultimately passing away from an overdose when Shane was in his early twenties. Later in life, Shane's mother also overdosed but has since recovered, and his younger brother, a recovering meth addict, recently served six years in prison. At age 42, Shane faced another profound loss when his wife of 22 years, and the mother of their three children, passed away from metastatic breast cancer after a brief 17-day battle. Today, Shane devotes his energy to making a positive impact in the world, guiding others through life's darkest moments. In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Dave, and Shane delve into Shane's journey as a widower, exploring the unique challenges of being a man and a widow and how the demographics of support groups can play a significant role in finding the right fit for healing. Shane reflects on how his difficult past shaped the way he coped with the devastating loss of his wife, including the heartbreaking 17-day period from diagnosis to her passing and the atmosphere at home during that time. He shares what it was like to say goodbye and the emotional shift from fighting her cancer to accepting her impending loss. Shane also discusses the delicate balance he had to find between managing his own grief and being present for his children, offering insight into his approach to helping them process their own loss. He opens up about how his relationship with his children has evolved through this shared experience and the practical and emotional challenges that came with it. Finally, Shane reflects on the profound ways this journey has changed him, sharing the lessons he's learned, and how they've reshaped him as a person. “There are no bad days, there's only bad moments." “There is a brighter tomorrow.” Follow the podcast:  Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)  Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)  Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)    Resources: 17 Days Website Dr. Dave Leicken HealthspanMD   Connect with Mathew Blades:  Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/  Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/  Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/   Additional Credits: LFPWLI is managed by IMS LLC

Widower gets a special visitor on Christmas Eve.By PaulStevens. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy stories. Dan felt like a small child, sitting up watching his phone for alerts that his midnight delivery had arrived. It was like he was waiting for Santa or something, well in his case, more like a Mrs. Claus. Not that Elly was as saintly as the real Mrs. Claus, but she was getting him out of a jam with his 9-year-old daughter this year, and that made her saintly enough.In Jane's last difficult months of life, Elly was her faithful friend. In the months since Dan lost Jane, Elly continued to help him navigate the challenges of raising 2 kids alone.For Elly, it was a blessed distraction from her own failing marriage.Finally, Dan heard his phone buzz, and looked down to see the text; 'Here', on his screen. He hopped up and went to his garage and let Elly in the side door, before leading her into his shop, where he knew they would not be overheard, should someone be awake & snooping."Evening Elly, did you get my delivery?” Dan asked. “Everything look okay?""Yes, absolutely.” Elly said, cheerfully. “It looks fantastic, thank you so much for assembling that. You were a life saver, just sorry I missed you. Gracie will be thrilled when she sees it in the morning."Dan was mesmerized, staring at the glorious pair of jugs protruding from under Elly's red silk blouse. He quickly recovered himself. "Glad I can help! Assembling dollhouses I can do, clothes buying and fashion, not so much. Did you have any trouble at the mall?"Elly smiled, "Nope, as I told you, I was buying for Gracie and Josie anyways, picking up a few things for Samantha was no problem, and you do fine. Seriously, I'm not great at trends either, but at least they'll all match each other, so they can suffer together. I got some of Sam's stuff a size up from what you said by the way, her birthday isn't for ages, and she won't make it to the fall in the size she's in." Elly said handing Dan a stack of packages that, he noticed she had wrapped neatly for him, another thing off the list, tonight. “I hope you don't mind?”"Oh, not at all, I hadn't noticed, clothes were clearly not my department. Jane usually;" he stopped; thinking of his late wife; and fighting back the grief, "anyways, thanks.""Hey, Dan don't feel bad, like I said, you're doing great. These are minor things considering what you three have been through, given Jane's passing. Speaking of clothes, I also brought this," she held up a paper grocery bag, "for Owen, I noticed his clothes are getting a tad small, when I picked him up the other day. I had my sister put together some of my nephew's old clothes, these should hold you for a bit. If you want more; let me know, she's got plenty. She's just going to donate them, if you don't need them.""Wow, sounds great, and thanks for everything, Elly; you've been a life saver."Elly smiled, "right back at you Dan, if I had to hear from Charlie, one more time about how I can't handle a dollhouse because I can't use tools, I was going to scream. Not that I can't, I just had zero time or space to do that without ruining it for Gracie."Dan chuckled, "Charlie should know plenty about tools, that guy is the biggest one I've ever seen, how he ever got you, will always boggle my mind. As for the dollhouse, no problem. You should see the stuff in my living room, it looked like Santa's workshop in there, this month.""Umm; a workshop full of toys and Christmas eve delivery, you sure you're not Santa?" Elly winked."Late night gift delivery, perfectly wrapped I might add, thank you for that by the way, saved me time tonight. You sure you aren't Mrs. Claus?" He said, smiling."Nope, just a friend helping out a friend, and as for the wrapping, same with the buying I was on a roll, figured you wouldn't mind, besides, given I missed you tonight, it's the least I could do. I'm just glad my sister invited us to stay with her, so I could drop these by last minute.""So, you are at your sister's place for Christmas?""Yeah, Isabelle didn't want me being alone this Christmas, especially with Charlie being such an ass about the divorce all year. So, she convinced her kids how fun it would be to have their cousins stay.""Well, should make for a joy-filled morning for sure. Let me know how the house goes over.""Will do, same with those clothes.""Elly, no kid is excited about clothes," Dan said, chuckling.Elly rolled her eyes, "Umm, 9 year-old girls are, hence why you needed my help." He swore she said; ‘men' under her breath."You're right, of course, thanks again," then looking at his watch he said, "and let me officially be the first to wish you a merry Christmas, Elly.""Oh god, is it midnight already? I need to get back, or the kids will think I am Mrs. Claus. Merry Christmas, Dan." She gave him a quick wave as she slipped out the door. He locked it behind her and went to bring the presents to the family room tree. Smiling at the care with which they had been wrapped. He noticed she had left the tag blank, probably so Sam wouldn't be suspicious that the writing was Ms. Elly's."Like she won't be suspicious the clothes are this nicely wrapped," Dan thought to himself with a chuckle, as he filled out the tags and put them under the tree for the morning. He smiled at the tree and couldn't help think of his departed Jane, and how much she loved Christmas. He took a moment to give into the grief that he had fought back in front of Elly.Though he appreciated how understandable Elly was about it, it still felt wrong to grieve in front of someone like that at this joyous time, even someone he had gotten as close with as he had Elly. Her divorce and his wife's death this year had been a bonding thing for them. Elly's ex was a first class jerk, but he was also a coward who had somehow convinced Elly she was useless at taking care of herself. Hilariously, Dan knew he was only being this way because it was in fact Charlie who relied so heavily on Elly, that he needed her backing, to function. But low and behold, Elly had discovered she was fine on her own. Elly is a great mom and gracefully approaching her forties. Her inner beauty radiates outward to her lovely face. Her feminine curves were always luscious, but with her recent focus on better health, she would probably be off the ‘market' soon.‘Did she know her blouse was so, unbuttoned, tonight?' Dan thought to himself. Elly always took it in stride that men would get distracted by her tits. Ever since high school, Elly enjoyed more than her fair share of double-takes from guys. Her challenge was finding a man who loved her for more than her ass & tits. She hated that men often assumed a woman with a full figure lacked in brain power.Elly always appreciated that Dan believed in her. But now that she's single again; Elly found herself actually enjoying her growing need for a man.To keep her ex-husband off her back, Dan had volunteered to help with any home repairs she didn't know how to do, or would've had to call someone for. She tried to pay him, but he reminded her of all the help she had given months before when Jane was first gone. Their daughters were already friendly, so Elly would take his kids for hours to give him a break. Countless meals seem to find their way home with the kids each time, she said they're leftovers, but he wasn't fooled. So when she finally rid herself of the ‘tool', the repairs and upkeep were the least he could do. The latest exchange? He assembled a dollhouse for little Gracie that Elly had zero time to put together, if she picked up the clothes Sam had asked for. Given he spent no time in malls, and almost had never bought his kids clothes, picking out girls clothes was well out of his wheelhouse, so the exchange was perfect.His reflection was broken by a knock at the front door, figuring it was Elly, though surprised she used the front door. He dried his tears and went to answer it.When he opened the door, he found not Elly, but someone entirely different. Standing in the cold winter air was a scantily clad goddess wearing what could only be described as Mrs. Claus's lingerie. Red lace with white fur barely covered her ample breasts and panties area; over which she wore a see through red robe that was also white fur lined. Lost in the woman's cleavage, he barely heard her say, "Merry Christmas Dan, I'm Joy, your Christmas present, so to speak. Mind inviting me in? It's cold out here."Dan gulped, then moving out of the way said, "Of course come on in."Joy just smiled, closed the door, and said, "Before you start with the questions, let's just say you've been a very, very good boy this year, and a great dad. I'm a reward to special good single Daddy's who might not have anyone to keep them warm on a cold Christmas Eve." Joy then got very close, and without warning, kissed him. Before he knew it, almost by magic, her clothes were gone, and his hands were being placed on her firm ass and luscious tits. His clothing was strangely gone as well. It was too much for his system. He felt his cock explode with a long blast of cum; and blushed.Without missing a beat Joy stopped, smiled, and was somehow wearing her robe, again. Reading his shock and embarrassment she said; "Good, now that we got that one out of the way; and don't worry Dan, that happens a lot. I always come in hot like that you see. It tells me what kind of help you need. I'm part of Santa's special services team. I'm a comforter.  I'm part of the division which cares for devoted single dads. If you just wanted sex, that works for me. Some dads just need to work out a little sexual frustration. Others, like you, are a little more complex and need something a little deeper. You complex ones usually cream yourself quick, and then we can get down to the real business.For the record, much as I love good sex, I prefer your kind, way more fulfilling for me. My success is measured by your depth of regained happiness. Now, which way to your kitchen?" Dan pointed and she said, "excellent, I'm going to make you some cocoa and we'll chat. Oh, and if you hadn't noticed I'm a little magical, just like the Big fella, no time will pass while I'm here, so you're not sacrificing sleep, nor will anyone wake up or see me if they do wake. We won't run out of time, nor will I lack stamina to meet your needs. We had one incident a long time ago, and we've been a lot more careful since. So, with that out of the way let's get started."Dan, not fully believing there was some kind of smoking hot elf in his kitchen making hot chocolate; sat down at his table in a daze. For something to do, he checked her out. Given she was wearing the robe, he was less able to see her body, but he had gotten an eyeful when she was at the door. She was buxom, but not overly so, her weight suited her and made her huge breasts not look comical on her. She had ample hips which he could see even with the robe on. Her hair was chestnut brown and halfway down her back. He was taken out of his admiring of her, by a question, as she brought the cocoa to the table."So, I couldn't help but notice those tears when you opened the door. How are you holding up without Jane here? The whole truth now, not what you tell others so they don't feel uncomfortable. My job is to make your Christmas better, and let's face it, as long as you're trying to hold it together for those darling kiddos upstairs, neither you or they is going to get the Christmas you all hoped for. And we both know Jane wouldn't want to be the reason you all have a bad Christmas. So out with it."He resisted at first, but looking into Joy's eyes he suddenly couldn't help it, it all just poured out of him, grief he didn't even know he had been holding onto, until he was sobbing uncontrollably in her lap, the chocolate long forgotten.His loneliness also got the best of him, and he found himself the aggressor this time, not able to get close enough to Joy no matter how many kisses. She took it all, and returned his fevered kisses, but it never got further than that, as the out pour of emotion once again overwhelmed him. He felt his eyes water again before this got beyond kissing and hugging. The irrational guilt of his sexual desires had kept him from dating for all these months since Jane's passing.But Joy shouldn't count, right? Joy's here as a supernatural intervention of sorts. Perhaps Jane; from some other world, arranged this visit?"It's okay Dan, all of it, this is a hard thing to deal with. You miss her in ways you haven't even realized.” Joy then asked; “When was the last time you thought about a woman like you have tonight? Probably not in months."Guilt washed over him as he knew that was not true, there was someone, he just could not bring himself to acknowledge those feelings though.Joy missed nothing, he was sure she knew what he was thinking, and maybe even about whom. Instead, she drank the rest of her cocoa and said; "that said, big boy, you can't keep leaving a girl hanging, I'm magic, but I'm still flesh & bones.” Standing, she said; “Mind helping a lady out? I'll even make it extra fun for you," she said as she shed the robe he had opened during their petting. Holding his hand, she led him to the family room, and she laid down on the sofa. From somewhere produced a whipped cream can and proceeded to spray it on her tits and then her crotch. Here she placed a cherry, and announced; "Come get your dessert big boy, special attention to the spot with the cherry if you don't mind. I know how much you boys like your boobs, but that tongue of yours on my cunt would be heavenly."Dan smiled and went to work, quickly cleaning off her impressive chest, making sure to give her hard nipples a stiff, tugging suck, before heading down to the main event. He  took her two ankles and pulled her body down to one end of the sofa, until her ass was over the armrest and her legs dangled. From that side of the sofa, her pulled her knees wide apart and knelt down to enjoy a cunt sundae. He licked her completely clean before dipping his tongue into her sweet-tasting crevice. As requested, he gave it plenty of attention, especially her stiff, protruding clit. He sucked har on her nub while flicking it rapidly with his tongue, and was soon rewarded by her thrashing and moaning as she closed on her climax. Not long after, she exploded in pleasure, and he made sure to clean up any of her sweet syrup that leaked out.When he got up, he was instantly spun around and pinned naked to the sofa, with Joy on top. She kissed him hungrily, and with lust in her eyes, said; "Thank you sir, but you've been holding out on me it seems." She reached down and grabbed his cock, which he had not noticed had gotten painfully hard, and began stroking it. "You've been hiding this thick candy cane from me." She slid back and bent down to give it a few quick sucks, before rising and smiling, "just checking, looks like someone's finally ready for the main event. Good thing too, your tongue is heavenly, but I need to be filled up, darling." She then rose up and mounted him, squeezing her tits together, as she knelt, straddling a little forward, and moaned. If it was possible, Dan got harder in her stiff, velvety depths. He found new purpose in making this woman satisfied. Little did he know, his unconsciousness was awakening to new dimensions of life, finding purpose by satisfying a woman's sexual desires. She smiled; "Oh I think our good daddy likes his present, just wait big boy, you ain't seen nothing yet."She proceeded to ride him, slow at first, but getting faster as she went, clearly hitting a sensitive spot for herself as she did. She came not too long after starting. As she collapsed on him, Dan seized his chance, and holding her to him, with his cock still buried deep in her, rolled them over. "Umm, Daddy's ready to drive huh? Have at it, drive into the depths of my magic cunt."Have it he did. He wasn't sure how long, but he burned off months of sexual frustration on Joy's cunt, and she loved every minute of it. His hungry cock tingled in delight as her cunt magically massaged every inch of his manhood. As he felt his spunk prepare for an eminent blast, he pressed down and held there. Her cunt then seemed to suck on his tip, swelling his glans, and holding him securely. As the waves of ejaculate shot out, he felt her cunt actually swallow him, as though she was giving him a swallowing blowjob with her tight, rigid cunt. This climax held for a few minutes of pure ecstasy. When it was all done, he collapsed next to her, spent.Joy turned onto her side with her head on Dan's chest. One of her tits laid over him and he gently fondled it as his breathing settled."Feel better?" Joy asked snuggling up to him. As she did, she handed him something. "Before the irrational guilt settles in, read this. It's Jane's last letter to Santa. She was always a believer, and a big reason I'm here tonight."Dan unfolded the letter, which was written in Jane's familiar script, and it read:Dear Santa,My wish is not really for this year, or maybe even next year. I know I'm not well, and I do not know how much time I have left, but if you are out there, can you make sure that if I go, my Daniel has a good Christmas. If I know him, he will move heaven and earth to make sure the kids have a happy Christmas, even at the expense of himself. So, if you can find some way to make sure he's ok next year, I'd appreciate it. I love him so much, and I hope he finds his own way to happiness, but if not, please help him, and remind him its ok to move on. He has already given me more love, care and support than a girl could ever dreamed of, and I could not bear to see him unhappy after all he's sacrificed for me, nor am I selfish enough to think only I deserve his love. His heart his too big to keep hidden away. I only hope he can find someone to love, and that she cherishes him as much as I do. I'm not sure why I'm writing all of this to you Santa, or if you're even real, but if you are, make sure he has a good Christmas and knows that I was loved.Jane"She always said I should move on if she went, but it's so hard. Jane was, everything." Dan said shaking his head."Not to be nosy, but I think you already have. You just won't admit it to yourself. I think there is a certain divorcee you've been a guardian angel for. And let's face it Dan, she's been yours. That little exchange you two just had, before I got here; how is that any different than how you and Jane worked together? You could fill a need for her and her kids, that has been neglected for long since before she left Charlie. And those two darlings upstairs," Joy said pointing upstairs, "need a good mother's love and care. Which, given that little bag of clothes in the garage for Owen, and the perfectly wrapped gifts for Sam under the tree; she's already doing.”Joy looked deeply into Dan's eyes; “No one can replace Jane. She will always be those kid's mother. But that doesn't mean the 6 of you can't help each other heal. Who knows, maybe by next Christmas, someone won't need her sister to rescue her, and both of you can put out presents together. Just think about it. And admit it; you really loved the cleavage tease she provided, tonight? Imagine how happy you'll make her, by enjoying her body. That luscious body she wants to share with you."Then she rose and smiled; "Well, not to run, but I have to go. You need to get some sleep. Excited kids will be up soon. Do not forget to send Elly a video of those clothes getting opened." Joy helped him up, then seeing the unkept state that the room was in; picked up a candy cane off the hot chocolate tray, and waved it around. Magically the kitchen was spotless, and they were both fully dressed. "See you again next year if needed. You're my charge now, so I'll come back as many Christmases as I'm needed. I have a good feeling you won't even need me next year though." With that she was gone.Dan found himself in his bed being woken by his kids, wondering if the whole thing had been a dream. Not too long after, paper lay all over the family room floor, and his kids were engrossed in their gifts. As promised, he sent the video of little Samantha gushing over her clothes. Given he had not been as discreet filming it as he hoped, Samantha had seen and made sure to say 'thanks Ms. Elly' to the recording phone. He wasn't sure how exactly she knew, but he also wasn't shocked. Sam was as smart as her mother, and he was thankful of that every day. Every time he looked at Sam, he knew he'd always have a part of Jane in his life. He also received a video of Gracie, loving her dollhouse, and giving her mom all the credit, which he was sure made Elly's day.As it should, moms work hard at Christmas, they should get credit. This was especially true in Elly's case, given her troubles with Charlie this year. After watching the video, he thought for a bit about what Joy had said and decided to send back:'Thanks for the video, glad to put a smile on her face, and glad she put a smile on yours. Hopefully my smart girl put a smile on yours too, she is something. Speaking of smiles, I know you put one on my face more than I thought possible these past few months, and I love giving you reasons to show your pretty smile. I think we're good for each other. I'd like to explore that more after the holidays are over, if you're ready for that."He nervously hit ‘send' and moments later got back.'More than ready, I just didn't want to rush you. Jane was an incredible woman and a tough act to follow, I'll do my best for sure. We'll take it slow for the kids' sake, but you're right, you make me smile more than I have in years, and I'd like to feel that more. Name a time and place in the new year and I'm there.A moment later he got another text;

Our guest this week is Phillip Koontz of Monument, CO a retired U.S. Navy Seal, combat veteran, a former pastor, co-founder of Buffalo Leadership Academy, owner of an e-commerce business, author and perhaps most importantly, the father to five children.Phillip and his third wife, Suzanna, have been married for 6 1/2 years and between them are the proud parents of five children: Briah (11), Robert (13), Zadak (13), Madeline (16) and Jacob (18), who is Autistic.   Phillip served for more than five years on Seal Team 10 and is a combat veteran, during which time Danielle, his first wife was diagnosed with stage four metastatic breast cancer and died four years later.  His second marriage produced two children: Zadak and Briah. Phillip is also the author of The Truth Behind My Trident, which provides a fascinating look into the U.S. Navy Seals program and some hard truths about the sacrifices made by those who serve.  He is also a principal of Buffalo Leadership Academy and owner of Karambit.com and e-commerce business that sells high end knives.  It's a fascinating story and you'll hear it on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.  Show LinksPhone – 479-806-7445Email – koontzspeaker@gmail.comWebsite - http://www.philkoontz.com/Website - https://karambit.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/philkoontz/The Trurth Behind My Trident - https://tinyurl.com/46kj4pwzSpecial Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 800+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated.  There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  

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Brethren, I know we've had one previous conversation on Shepherding the Afflicted through the preached word, but I'd like for us to narrow in our this specific situation of affliction.  What doctrines or passages should we preached to minister to widows and widowers? What passages does the congregation need to hear for them to effectively minister to widows and widowers in the congregation?  For more information visit, CBTSeminary.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/support

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Brethren, I know we've had one previous conversation on Shepherding the Afflicted through the preached word, but I'd like for us to narrow in our this specific situation of affliction.  What doctrines or passages should we preach to minister to widows and widowers? What passages does the congregation need to hear for them to effectively minister to widows and widowers in the congregation?  For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

This week's episode features my talented friend and colleague, Costume Designer Katie Irish.  We dig into her roots in theatre (she also started off college pre-med just like myself!) and her transition into film and tv which included taking over designing The Americans. We talk about our union work in United Scenic Artists Local 829 - especially as she and I have been two of the co-chairs of the Pay Equity Task Force for several years. We discuss our recent contract negotiation and the gains made and what more still need to do: especially in regards to our amazing ACDs and CDCs. We also cover her most recent show Manhunt, a 19th Century feast for the eyes, and how she started her research of a period that's quite removed from our present day. And so much more!  --- If you head on over to the Patreon, you'll see that I release episodes there two days before the main podcast feed and some of these episodes will be longer with more even more stories than the public version. If you want to support me and this podcast, feel free to buy me a coffee on ko-fi or subscribe to the Patreon.  --- Costume Designer Katie Irish Credits include: The Americans, Manhunt, Hit & Run, The Enemy Within --- Katie Irish is a costume designer best known for her work on seasons 4-6 of the Emmy award winning FX series The Americans. Her most recent project is a miniseries for Apple + entitled Manhunt about the search for John Wilkes Booth after he assassinated Lincoln. In addition to these, Irish has designed Hit & Run for Netflix and The Enemy Within for NBC; the indie features The Widowers and Landing Up; and co-designed the Season 10 semi-finals and finale of NBC's America's Got Talent. She has also designed numerous commercials, short films, and music videos. Earlier in her career, she worked extensively as an assistant and associate designer on Broadway where favorites included Jesus Christ Superstar, Godspell, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Jerusalem, Fences, Promises, Promises, The Seagull, Is He Dead?, and Shrek. Originally from Memphis, Katie is an alum of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts with a MFA in Design for Stage and Film.     Katie Irish Links: Website: katieirish.com Instagram: @knirish IMDb: Katie Irish --- TFACD Links: Patreon: Tales From A Costume Designer Instagram: @talesfromacostumedesigner Twitter: @talesfromaCD TikTok: @talesfromaCD --- Whitney Anne Adams Links: Website: whitneyadams.com IMDb: Whitney Anne Adams Instagram: @WAACostumeDesign Twitter: @WhitneyAAdams TikTok: @waacostumedesign Ko-Fi: @waacostumedesign --- Union Links: Costume Designers Guild IG: @cdglocal892 United Scenic Artists Local 829 IG: @unitedscenicartists IATSE IG: @iatse ---

A patient reunites with her nurse after 35 years, and their reunion makes for an extraordinary day.   AND   Taylor Odlozil had planned forever with his wife. But this widower's life is forever changed, and he shares the last thing his wife told their son before she passed away from cancer.   To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/patient-reunites-with-nurse/  https://www.godupdates.com/taylor-odlozil-wife-passed-away/  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today we have an episode of Suspense, one of the most popular radio shows of the World War 2 era, and a great example of the entertainment those at home would be hearing. This episode, The Merry Widower, first aired in October 1944 on CBS stations. Visit our website at BrickPickleMedia.com/podcasts. Subscribe to the ad-free version at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldwar2radio/subscribe

Tres Navarre, Book 2: The Widower's Two-Step (as we wrap up another jane vacation era, we bring back the grand ol one-time tradition of bringing our tres navarre episodes onto the main feed! subscribe to the patreon at the 3 dollar tier or above to hear our thoughts on more - currently up to book 4 - as well as a ton of other stuff! okay here's jane's episode description:) it's a big episode for us! Nectar of the Pods hits triple digits, and we dig into the second book in Rick Riordan's Tres Navarre detective series! we dig into yet more of the surprising amount of DNA these gritty PI novels share with Rick's kid-friendly fantasy books, some absolutely insane depictions of women, the usual low-level hum of Riordan brand racism, and a whole lot more! that's all pretty intense though, so why don't we unwind a little first? settle in for a bedtime story... >:3 our theme is "Open Galaxy" by Sir_NutS on OCRemix! https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR03963

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When you're a 14 year old whose mom died, then as an adult you become a widower, you might have some perspective on death. Or maybe you are just muddling through, trying to parent your own child and keep them afloat. Either way, TJ Kingsbury has insight into what it's like to be in multiple paradigms. Check out his conversation with Anita and Mel. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

We want to share an inspiring story about Karl, a widower who experienced profound loss when his first wife passed away in 2020. Since then, he's rebuilt his life with a new marriage to his lovely wife Rachel and a vibrant blended family of six children.  At first, their new life together seemed to be falling into place beautifully, but just nine months into their marriage, an unexpected challenge arose. Due to circumstances beyond their control, pornography was inadvertently introduced into their home through one of their children's devices. This incident outside of their control ignited a series of conflicts, tension and bitterness.   As a pastor, he realized if he lost his marriage, everything, every thing in his life was at stake. Through a series of unusual events, Karl learned of the success of Delight Your Marriage and decided to give it a try and fight for his marriage.  He took our free Clarity Call and described it as a “breath of fresh air” that gave true clarity. He was able to see how not only the past few months had affected his marriage but how things from his previous marriage and the loss from 2020 were also affecting him even now.  He committed to the men's program, and the transformation was remarkable. Through the tools and guidance he received, he learned to communicate more effectively and approach his relationship with a renewed sense of empathy and understanding. As Karl's approach to their marriage shifted, Rachel's heart began to soften. This newfound healing was put to the test when their luggage, including passports, thousands in cash, work laptop, and IDs, was stolen right before their trip to Rachel's home country.  He said this (and this is what we want for you) they leaned into each other and God during crisis, rather than being torn apart. When they used to have massive discord on something as simple as a family routine, now they have connection and healing amidst what could be described as a significant disappointment.  What they've discovered through it all... they have both said: “I have my best friend back.”  Be encouraged by God's miracle working power, which He can do for you too!  Belah & Team

 When I learned that Sue Fairchild's Changing Tides deals with a widower learning to process his grief and shows the value of community, I was all in. When I learned it isn't a romance, I did a jig. Listen in to see what Sue has planned for this book and subsequent novels! note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.   With a cover that makes me wish for the days of travel agents where you would go in and show a picture and say, "I want to go there" (yes, I did that once), Changing Tides offers a beautiful story full of family, love, and community, but as I've already said (but have to say again) isn't a romance!   I love that Fairchild focused on friendship and community rather than trying to fill the gap left by a loved one with a replacement. That isn't a bad thing per see, but to see something different is a blessing. Also, that fantasy series by Danielle Harrington, the Hollis Timewire Series can be found HERE.  Changing Tides  by Sue Fairchild   The tide will come in no matter what you do. Eventually it'll swallow you up if you don't move with it. Gabriel Pechman has finally fulfilled his wife's greatest dream — he's quit his finance job and moved to the Outer Banks to live a life of peace and joy in the sun. Too bad his wife never lived to see it happen. After Ellie's untimely death at the age of fifty-two, Gabe seeks to fulfill her wishes. Doing so does not erase his grief, however, but sometimes increases his loneliness as he struggles to create a new life without his beloved wife. The more he tries to fight the overwhelming grief he feels, the more it seems to haunt him. He soon discovers grief has no set end date and no set location — it follows you everywhere you go. Living in paradise also doesn't protect Gabe from fresh sorrow. When a new friend suffers a heart attack and Gabe has the urge to run away from his pain, can he overcome the constantly changing tides of grief to be the friend the new widow needs or will he succumb to the waves? Learn more about Sue on her  WEBSITE and follow her on GoodReads and BookBub. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple  Castbox  Google Play Libsyn  RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Can someone find love again after losing a spouse? Today, we delve into the poignant and powerful topic of finding love after experiencing loss. I'm your host, Tina Yeager, and I'm thrilled to introduce our special guest, James C. Magruder. James is a multi-published author known for his essays, articles, and inspirational Christian fiction, including his recent novel, "The Desert Between Us." He blogs about maximizing life by reducing the speed you live it in his popular blog called PAUSE MORE. RUSH LESS.  In this heartfelt conversation, James shares his personal journey of dealing with grief and the questions that inspired his writing: Can one love again after losing a spouse, and can that love ever be the same? Drawing from his extensive research and personal experiences, James offers profound insights and practical advice on navigating the intricate landscape of sorrow to find love and hope again. Join us as we explore the stages of grief, the significance of giving yourself permission to love anew, and the therapeutic power of journaling and tears. This episode promises to offer comfort and guidance to anyone grappling with loss. Tune in to hear James's moving story and learn how you, too, can flourish after loss.

Phil has realized the one thing that pretty much everyone he baptizes has in common, and Jase's heart is touched by a widower who drove hundreds of miles to be with fellow believers. Al finds hope in spite of losing a dear friend and missionary in Africa. The guys go over the resurrection of Jesus and his many appearances to his followers in the 40 days following it. Jase is pretty excited that he'll be able to eat fish in his own resurrected body. In this episode: Luke 24, verses 1-53 https://philmerch.com — Get your “Unashamed” mugs, shirts, hats & hoodies! https://ICouldBeWrongButIDoubtIt.com — Get a FREE chapter of Phil Robertson's new book before it's released! -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices