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Hello hello, and welcome to Episode 115 and the Season Four finale of Life On the Brink!

We’ve finally arrived at the finale, which marks FOUR YEARS since I started this podcast during Covid. I’m wrapping up this season, and kicking off a bit of a maternity break, with a very special episode featuring a most distinguished guest: my husband Josh!

I’m currently 37 weeks pregnant and we are so eagerly awaiting our little girl. This is a totally new chapter, and before we learn all the wonderful parts of this new challenge, today we’re taking a moment to share our perceptions, excitements, and expectations about becoming parents.

Plus, his Little Joy is relaxing bit of repose, and he's sharing some very groovy music to end our fourth season.

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Hello hello, and welcome to Episode 114 of Life On the Brink!

I’m officially entering the ninth month of pregnancy, which is totally wild to say! Around the 20 week mark I shared the beginning of our pregnancy journey and had a little Q&A, and this week I’m back with Part 2! I’m at 35 weeks now, and though I still have a month or so to go, I’m definitely in a different headspace than I was back in January.

This Q&A will focus more on the third trimester, nursery and nesting, and plans for birth and postpartum. It’s so crazy to think that I could really meet this little girl in just a few weeks!

Plus, this week's Little Joy is a very Nancy Meyer's-inspired moment, and I'm sharing a happy, calming album that's kind of the inspiration for my labor playlist.

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Hello hello, and welcome to Episode 105 of Life On the Brink!

I love to talk about Christmas traditions and enjoy hearing others' memories of Christmases past, and today I absolutely cannot wait to share this episode with you! I have on the podcast none other than my paternal grandmother, whom I call Ma Anna. She's my namesake, she has lived all over the world, and she has such an open and warm outlook on life that I hope to embrace. I've learned how special these inter-generation conversations can be, and this one is just as heartwarming as can be.

In this episode, we talk about childhood Christmas memories and favorite traditions, and Ma Anna shares some classic recipes and beautiful thoughts on family.
Plus, she has the absolute sweetest Little Joys, and I'm sharing all her favorite holiday music.

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Hello hello, and  welcome to Episode 16 of Life On the Brink, and Happy New Year!

We're off to a good start, because today we’re talking about a very special book that has become my first read of the year.
The book is Cosy: The British Art of Comfort by Laura Weir. 

Real coziness isn’t an aesthetic you have to project to others, it’s how you live your life as your most honest, comfortable self. Today I'm sharing my 8 cozy takeaways from this book that I’m incorporating into my daily life this winter in order to make my home, routines, and life more COZY.

Then stick around for this week's Little Joy, (queue up Netflix), and my favorite cozy album.

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Hello hello, and  welcome to the 15th episode of Life On the Brink, and our final episode for 2020!

You made it! This was a year for the history books for sure, and most of the news hasn’t been good. But as we stand on the brink of a new year, what will we dwell on? That is up to each of us. There were some beautiful moments in each of our lives, and I think that taking time to reflect on those moments will pay dividends in the new year.

Today I’m highlighting 20 good things that happened in 2020, including some positive changes around the world, and then a Top 10 list detailing some of the best moments of my year.
Plus, I'm inviting YOU to join in and share your happy moments!

Then stick around for this week's delicious Little Joy, and a relaxing ambient playlist.

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Hello hello, and welcome to Episode 14 of Life on the Brink, and a very Merry Christmas to you!

It certainly has been a challenging year, this is something we all know well. With that, this holiday season has been different from any we’ve experienced. We’ve had to be patient and creative, making adjustments here and there as we try to celebrate the season, such as it is.

But as we near Christmas day and the new year, why not take some time to slow down and give thanks? Today I'm sharing a few quotes from my favorite books that help me to slow down and savor this season. I hope this short episode brings you a bit of peace and joy during these last days of 2020.

Plus, stick around for this week's Little Joy, and a gorgeous soundtrack from the best Christmas movie ever!
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Hello hello, and welcome to lucky episode 13 of Life on the Brink, and a very special Christmas episode!

I so hope you are enjoying your holiday season, even though it undoubtedly looks different this year. Even though we're not able to celebrate in the same ways this Christmas, I've been enjoying personal traditions. One of which that is still part of my holiday routine this year is BAKING! And, in particular, Christmas cookies.

Today I'm sharing:
-the history of the Christmas cookie
-some fun facts on cookie popularity and geography
-some of my favorite cookies to make at Christmastime
-the recipe to my fabulous lemon cookies!
-lots of inspiration for all your holiday baking

Plus, stick around for a Christmasy Little Joy, and a personal playlist of international carols!
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Hello hello, and welcome to episode 12 of Life on the Brink, and a very special Christmas episode!

We’re big on traditions around here, and even more so during the holidays. I really enjoy hearing about how other people celebrate Christmas, and thought it would be fun to have a cozy little discussion with my dear friend (and bandmate) Caroline all about our favorite holiday traditions.

In this episode we'll share:
-Our favorite Christmas  childhood memories
-Current traditions that we cherish every year
-Our favorite holiday drinks
-Must-watch Christmas movies, and...
-New ways that we're celebrating during this very unique Christmas season.

Plus, stick around for Caroline's adorable Little Joy, and a happy vintage playlist.
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Hello hello, and welcome to episode 11 of Life on the Brink, and the first of our holiday special!

We’re officially all the way into Christmastime! The flashiness and excitement isn’t what’s drawing me into Christmastime this year. Instead, I’m enjoying being at home and having some simple touches of Christmas throughout the home.

In this episode I’ll share some homemade (or naturally derived) festive decor ideas. Maybe one or two will pop out to you and spark some Christmas imagination. We've got foraging, crocheting, sweet smells, and lots of links for further inspiration!

I’m basically thinking of that scene from Little Women (1994 obvs) where they have Christmas in the middle of the movie. It’s simple, yet magical.

Plus, stick around for this week's heartwarming Little Joy, and a fantastic new holiday album!

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Hello hello, and welcome to episode 10 of Life on the Brink!

I hope you’re doing well during this week of Thanksgiving. As the temperatures have dropped even more here in Virginia, I’ve had to shift some things around in the garden this week.
That’s right, we’re talking about the garden!

There have been big changes over the season, so today I’m giving an update to my little quarantine garden after my first full summer season. In this episode I’ll share:

-everything we harvested during the summer
-what didn’t work out
-new things I learned
-what I’m looking forward to planting next season.

Plus, stick around for this week's surprising Little Joy, and a Christmas playlist of one of my favorite singers ever.
And at the end of this episode I'm announcing a holiday surprise!

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