In this episode, I get to interview my husband, Sean, who works for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. We discuss the misconceptions about government workers, Sean's role in air quality management, and the importance of clean air. We also get to hear geeky things like his passion for combustion chemistry and legalese (yes, there are people who get excited over these things). The conversation also touches on the challenges and rewards of working in government, the impact of regulations, and the dedication of public servants to their mission.

In this deeply personal solo episode, Adrianne shares her emotional journey through pregnancy loss, discussing the challenges, grief, and healing process. She opens up about her experiences with miscarriage, the support she received, and the importance of breaking the silence around this often-taboo topic.

Key Takeaways:

• Pregnancy loss is a deeply personal and emotional experience.

• Support from family and friends is crucial during times of grief.
• Breaking the silence around miscarriage can help others feel less alone.
• Grief from pregnancy loss can resurface even years later.
• It's important to acknowledge and validate the feelings of those who have experienced loss.
• Well-meaning platitudes can sometimes be hurtful.
• Sharing personal stories can provide comfort and connection.
• There are many resources available for those who have experienced pregnancy loss.

Resources:

https://www.marchofdimes.org/

https://sweetgraceministries.com/

Laura shares about her experience living in Japan and how that changed the trajectory of her life. She shares what she learned about the Japanese people, and also what she learned about herself and how the experience impacted her faith. Laura offers some fantastic advice for anyone traveling abroad, and how travel allows us to experience all of God's creation and personality.

We also have a moment for the amazingness that was 90's/2000's boy band music...but you'll have to listen all the way to the end for that! ;-)