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posted on February 27, 2024

Living A Writerly Life: Episode 454

Join Meagan and Sarah for a peek behind the scenes of our writerly lives and an update on what we’re working on lately. We share how we got started (including our tips for others wanting to explore writing), how our writing has looked quite different over the years (including where and how we write) and what we’re currently working on. We also bring listeners up to speed on an exciting new collaboration that we’ve only hinted at in the past…

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posted on February 6, 2024

Motherly Love In Theory & Practice: Episode 451

What does loving your children actually feel like? Is it a split-second, life-altering love like we hear about, or is it a deep background hum that builds over time? Is there a difference between loving our kids and loving the motherhood experience? Today Meagan and Sarah unpack motherly love, including our specific styles of showing love to – and receiving it from – our kids.

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posted on January 22, 2024

How To Start A Freelance Career Without Spending Money

Here’s how I have been able to create a steady flow of freelance work for the last 5+ years. My work allows me to contribute to our household income and stay at home with our twins and I am grateful for the flexibility it allows. Here’s what I’ve learned so far.

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posted on December 26, 2023

Books & Reading Reflections for 2023: Episode 445

Grab a warm beverage and settle in for an end-of-year books chat! Meagan and Sarah look back over our reading in 2023 to share what we’ve read, what stuck with us, and how our reading habits have continued to evolve. Meagan also shares an update about Paper Mill Books, the independent bookstore in the Upper Penninsula of Michigan that she helped open earlier this year. Join us – you may just find a new book or two to throw on your TBR pile for 2024!

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posted on December 15, 2023

BONUS: Pressure, Perfection, And Comparison During The Holidays [Classic Replay]

Tis’ the season to….feel the insane amount of pressure to be the “perfect” holiday mom. In this classic from the archives, Meagan and Sarah offer ever-relevant gut checks on some of the biggest pressures moms feel during the holiday season, and offer concrete tips for releasing yourself from expectations of perfection to enjoy what’s left of this holiday season.

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posted on December 5, 2023

Inconsequential Holiday Gripes: Episode 442

It feels good to complain once in a while – especially during the holidays. Today Meagan and Sarah laugh our way through a “vent sesh,” sharing mostly inconsequential gripes about what’s bugging us this year. While we often appreciate a positive reframe, we also know the cathartic power of airing a petty vent (or six). Plus, we share what’s new this holiday season for each of us.

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