Close Enough Podcast

Episode 134: Q4 Recap

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 03:14:59 GMT

Hi. We are back. Not sure if any of this is entertaining but we want to do this again. We talk about the last few months of change in the Thomas household and we introduce our newest members.

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Episode 133: Merry Christmas

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 03:43:20 GMT

Did we leave on a cliff hanger? Probably not. We wanted to get sit down and talk and do a little reflecting about this year before we attempt to recharge and restart making this every week. This is for us but we like sharing it with everyone too. Merry Christmas!

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Episode 132: Solar Flares

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 15:45:38 GMT

We managed our second podcast for the month. This early morning recording has us talking about the cell phone outage and what an apocalypse looks like for the Thomas family. We dug into a couple true crime shows and learned that the internet is wild. Abby's birthday is on the horizon so don't forget to pencil in celebrating on her behalf anytime in March.

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Episode 131: Tree's Still Up

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 02:04:20 GMT

Last year we released 13 podcasts and this year Abby has already read that many books. Chat with us about how we are like the Kelce family, Abby's reminisces about her kidney stone and yes how our Christmas tree is still up.

Also throw some thoughts to our pal Phillip Smith who is recovering after a fall off a ladder.

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Episode 130: Meh

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 02:33:36 GMT

Hey we missed you. It's been busy. What better way to ease back into things than to talk about old nostalgic places we used to eat at back in the day. So many have come and gone. We confront some adult decisions and how Harlan defeated the potty monster. Thanks for listening!

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Episode 129: Bussy

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 23:01:48 GMT

At the beginning of the month 8 of us went to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Most of the people there ( minus wives who hadn't met us yet) were in attendance on that day but furthermore they've been pieces of our lives for about 30 years. We recorded two sessions, all girls and all guys. The guys get the spotlight first as Matt Stokes, Seth Thatcher, Jason Ellis and Gary talk about their friendships, marriage and more. Proceed with caution.

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Episode 128: Magnesium Spray

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:13:57 GMT

Oh a fun week. It's all over the board as we talk about some holistic approaches that Abby takes to health. We discuss Miranda Lambert stopping her concert for some selfie takers and peel back some curtain on our love languages. Hope you enjoy!

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Episode 127: Thomas Family Trip

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 03:28:48 GMT

Vacation season and this year we went to Disneyworld. For all the pictures of fun and happiness we struggled but made the most of it. Car rides and dark rides were on the list. Harlan had fun at our expense and even Charley found some bright spots.

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Episode 126: Fancy Clothes

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 01:46:01 GMT

As mentioned, we got dressed up almost like prom and spent the night at a fancy work gala. Abby looked amazing and Gary was well hydrated thanks to the bourbon tasting. Abby closed out her teaching era by taking a new job outside the classroom. We take a dive into our favorite comedy and talk about the Matt Rife explosion.

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Episode 125: Boredom Rules

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 02:24:14 GMT

We appreciate the patience and hopefully this marks the return.We discuss wanting our kids to be bored and how we had no choice. Abby had a yard sale. We watched The Machine! The struggle of being an autism parent can be a rollercoaster and that has been on display alot lately. We are getting dressed up to go to a fancy party. We love you!

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Episode 124: Spring Breakers

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 01:59:09 GMT

This past week was interesting for sure. Abby went solo with the kids and hit a rough patch during a track meet that lasted way too long. Harlan has proved he is in no shape to test his physical stamina at Disneyworld yet. Gary had a quick trip to Texas and missed out on all the fun.

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Episode 123: The Ides of March

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 03:46:59 GMT

We realize it's been a minute but apologize for the wait, if you happened to be waiting. Abby had a birthday which she spent buying a car. We loaded said car up and went to Nashville for a getaway with our friends. We speak on the two year anniversary of Harlan's Autism diagnosis and celebrate the big progress he's made.

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Episode 122: Apocalypse Now

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 03:17:04 GMT

What better time to start adulting than in the end days. We talk about being parents and people asking us about raising our autistic son. We talk about how we would manage the end of the days and also how Abby doesn't want to be a beacon of light to anyone.

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Episode 121: Crack the Code

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 15:41:55 GMT

This week we break down the myth that Marie Kondo put out as she rolls back her statements on this tidying up craze. Harlan is a genius and overrides his screen time. Bravo H. We talk about great high school based movies, which are your favorites?

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Episode 120: Nipple Burn

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:20:11 GMT

We spent the weekend really soaking in some alone time under the guise of being supportive parents. We dish about meeting people who listen to the show, the craziness of the whole weight loss medicines now and how we don't do fancy too well. Make sure you listen to the songs that turn 30 years old this year, it really dealt a blow to our feelings of youth.

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Episode 119: Let There Be Light

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 14:00:20 GMT

We are way out of touch and have realized we don't watch the news, read newspapers or really interact with current events. Do you get your coverage of global events from memes? Just us? Well this week we talk about that void in our life as well as some hot takes in the weight loss world and how seeing the sun every once in a while is probably good for us.

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Episode 118: Resolution Free

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 14:00:23 GMT

Tik Tok may be a waste of time generally but some good things have come from it. Two big Tik Tok things have impacted us, one at a distance and one personally for Abby! What was up with the celebrity death prank and what celebrity would you you be shocked at if they passed. Gary stresses the need for a personal assistant and much more this week!

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Episode 117: Commitment to Excellence

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 02:54:21 GMT

Well why not get one more in before the end of the year. We survived Christmas, a Jack Harlow concert and managed to make some memories. We still were challenged and talked about those things that we could do better on over the year. We paid our respects to those foods that have been sent to the ether including the beloved Choco Taco.

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Episode 116: Reboot and Regroup

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 02:53:48 GMT

This week we resurface. We didn't win the lottery or die, just been busy but we pledge to not leave you for this long again. Gary has become sensitive about the size of his legs, kids are wilding out with the one chip challenge and we recited the pledge of allegiance before Thanksgiving dinner.

Shout out to our Sugar Daddy Phillip who's been staying the course. You can support us too if you feel compelled.

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Episode 115: The Past is the Past

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 22:10:00 GMT

Is the current run of new media too nostalgic? Does it hit the mark at all. Like do we really need adult happy meals or Hocus Pocus 2? We will break it down.

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Episode 114: Popsicle Sticks

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:29:11 GMT

We recorded this on a cool fall morning. Those are the best. Gary is about to start week 3 after his VSG surgery. Turns out he got to stay in the hospital anyway. Abby recalls her fond times of storytelling as the Cave Run Storytelling Festival is ongoing as is the ol' Sorghum Festival in West Liberty. Festival time is awesome.

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Episode 113: Excused Absence

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 02:16:35 GMT

We know we've been away but everyone gets busy right? Summer is giving way to fall and with that is homecoming season. Charley is prepping for her first high school dance and she's getting that special treatment. Abby had a routine mammogram and says it's not too bad. Gary's about to undergo bariatric surgery and Abby gets to be his nurse! Well close enough....

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Episode 112: Parent Plus

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:38:24 GMT

Back to school but things are way different these days. Charley joins Abby in the high school this year and we have to decide how we treat her and her path to adulthood as parents. Abby made it through 75 Hard and still thinks its stupid. Gary is right around the corner from bariatric surgery but everything is happening really fast in the Thomas house.

Shout out to Phillip Smith for being a legacy Sugar Daddy.

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Episode 111: Bronze Anniversary

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 17:06:25 GMT

This is a big milestone for us as we hit the big 19 year anniversary. The traditional gift is bronze but we have been a little stray from traditional though. This week we break down 19 big facts about our marriage. Some may or not surprise you.

Shout out to Sugar Daddy Phillip Smith

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Episode 110: Just The Trip

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 01:40:24 GMT

We are back from a whirlwind vacation. Most people have their highlight reel splashed on their social media, as did we. It isn't always photo-ops and sunshine though. We talk about some challenges we had and overall how things went. We left the ocean and headed to the mountains before making it back just in time to go to work and other appointments.

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Episode 109: Beachin'

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 16:00:38 GMT

We are heading to the beach! Not before we talk about preparing to go, however. We trail off to space after all the recent pictures are out on the internet and realize we really don't know that much about it. Abby delves into some toxic traits and habits to explain what they may mean.

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Episode 108: What Brings You In

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 22:16:25 GMT

This week we are preparing for a vacation but not before Abby finds herself in some type of existential crisis. Harlan saw his first movie and we dig into a conspiracy of processed meat fires.

Shout out to our Sugar Daddy Phillip Smith

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Episode 107: Casual Recline

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:42:02 GMT

Abby does the podcast from her reclined zero gravity chair. We started on the Stranger Things bandwagon on a date night. Processed meat is under attack and it's a holiday weekend so we gotta be a little social .

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Episode 106: Sugar Daddy

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:00:05 GMT

Abby went down a rabbit hole and talks all about her newfound knowledge on YouTube. Gary went to Memphis and had a great Father's Day and we celebrate our first Acast+ subscriber Phillip Smith, our first sugar daddy.

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Episode 105: Summer Jams

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:11:39 GMT

What a week. Abby tries her hand and body at Crossfit all week as well as ticking off days on her journey of 75 Hard. We review some of the best summer jams to be had during our prime in the 90's .

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Episode 104: Summer Orientation

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 16:18:06 GMT

We have kicked off summer with some new and fun things that would test any marriage. Together we have decided to dig back into 75 Hard and the adversity that brings. Gary is going through his own journey to health and the kids are just here for the ride.

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Episode 103: Chats with Charley

Sun, 29 May 2022 01:16:52 GMT

Fresh off a 14th birthday, 8th grade promotion and life with us we talk with our daughter Charley Anne. She answers ours and your questions. If you love it give it a share.

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Episode 102: It's a Mindset

Thu, 19 May 2022 01:56:58 GMT

It's that time of year for all the great celebrations like Mother's Day and graduations. We are prepping for a few and Gary tells about how much he's looking forward to it. Abby tries her hand at buying salvage foods and we talk about what songs to play at our funerals. Enjoy!

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Episode 101: Our Brother Bert

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 02:47:15 GMT

We waited over year to go see Bert Kreischer with our friends Juan and David and his show did not disappoint. It was fun to be sober on Broadway in Nashville after midnight. Our friend Matt McCarthy invited us to a fun podcasting event and Abby voices her dislike of Elon Musk.

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Episode 100

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 02:17:09 GMT

We started podcasting together in 2016 and six years late we hit the big 100. We answer a few questions and talk about how we've been consistently inconsistent most of our marriage.

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Episode 99: Secret Time

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 01:57:27 GMT

Abby was on Spring Break and instead of going to the beach the Thomas family worked on a budget of time and money. Some conversations were lost in translation about some things so surprises were had. What is your favorite secret track from an album?

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Episode 98: Love Languages

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 13:30:37 GMT

We are approaching 20 years of marriage and how fun is it to compare your love languages. We each took a test to identify ours and had some fun discussing it.

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Episode 97 : One Year Later

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 01:18:39 GMT

This week marks one year that our son Harlan was diagnosed with ASD (autism). We go through what has happened, how we've managed and some funny stories that sum up life with our boy. We can't thank the people who have helped us along the way enough.

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Episode 96: Oh Hello There

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 02:06:52 GMT

So a few changes this week but hopefully for the best. First we would love to hear what you think, third we are on the verge of a big birthday weekend it is better planned out than our marriage. Netflix making people mad and more. Consider dropping a review and giving us a share!

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Episode 95: Pardon the Interruption

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 03:06:06 GMT

This one goes all over the place starting with a recap of a busy couple of weeks that included a funeral, a play and potty training. Abby gets interrupted during a passionate discussion on education and maybe Gary becomes a travel agent. Who's to say. We love you.

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Episode 94: Deep Cleaning

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 04:05:33 GMT

It's Abby's birthday week! To prepare she caught a stomach bug, panic cleaned the house and is ready for a four day isolation for herself. We talk about crunchy Mom's and plastic surgery.

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Episode 93: Hustlin'

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 04:18:04 GMT

This week we dive into the difference between how we both party and how neither of us have time for a side hustle nor do we really want one. Plenty of good shout outs too.

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Episode 92: Storm's A Brewin'

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:00:25 GMT

An impromptu chat before an ice storm is supposed to hit the area. We talk about what we think of our podcats, Abby's prepping for the storm and how we want to be good parents despite our instincts.

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Episode 91: The C Word

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 03:25:47 GMT

Abigail is recovering from her illness and as always Gary remains a beacon of health. We talk about our experience with Covid in the house, the challenges of raising a 13 year old daughter and some things we truly believed that were actually all lies.

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Episode 90: Mother Nature Sucks

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 04:04:29 GMT

This week we detail our disappointment in missing out on Tom Segura in Nashville because Seth got Covid. Not really but what about this weather? Are we boomers? We love you all and hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed recording it!

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Episode 89: New Year Same Us

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:08:16 GMT

We are a week into the New Year so congratulate yourself for making it. We recap a little of 2021 before talking about the new year including a fun little cult documentary we watched. Enjoy!

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Episode 88: Merry Christmas!

Sat, 25 Dec 2021 04:13:45 GMT

It's Christmas!!! We love you all and hope everyone is celebrating the holidays living their best life. We watched the new Beanie Manie documentary, went to visit friends and talked about how Airbnb in Nashville is sus.

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Episode 87: Drained

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 03:51:16 GMT

It's been a couple weeks since we sat down together and why not catch up. 'Tis the busy season and man it's kicking our ass. Kids are busy, life is busy but we hope everyone is finding their way through the Holiday season.

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Episode 86: Weekly Brief

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 16:16:28 GMT

Thanksgiving is upon us and we prepare for a little boy and Christmas. Gary had a little fun tailgating and we checked out the new movie with The Rock and Ryan Reynolds.

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Episode 85: Routine Patrol

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 16:13:54 GMT

This week we dive into some scholarly topics on a crisp fall morning as well as hunting and the mystery that is Subway tuna. We had a couple outings last week so again, we are a week late.

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Episode 84: Not a Heart Attack

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 01:49:37 GMT

We missed a week so we play catch up on all the things. Gary opens up about not being very empathetic which should shock everyone. Learn how we adult in our 40's as well as get caught up on our Halloween and more.

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Episode 83: Pageant Queen

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 01:23:42 GMT

We are getting in the fall mood this week as we talk about some of our past traditions and the festivals we grew up week. Abby gets some feedback from the podcast and we preview some upcoming reboots and re-dos in the entertainment world.

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Episode 82: Character Flaws ft. Jason Ellis

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 03:52:54 GMT

This week Jason Ellis and Abby collude to point out Gary's flaws as well as recap a trip to Dyersville, IA and generally a solid chat among friends.

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Episode 81: Free Fall

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 02:28:28 GMT

We are creeping into the fall season with haunted houses and we talk about the stabbing at a haunted house in Ohio. Harlan has found his costume for the season but won't take it off and tragedy strikes an attraction Abby visited a few months ago.

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Episode 80: Quit While You're Ahead

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 02:59:49 GMT

Abby takes Charley shopping for her big dance this week and it went splendid. We take a deep dive into the documentary LuLaRich and more.

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Episode 79: Root Canal

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 02:33:53 GMT

What a fun week. Abby's colleague Willy Carver wins Teacher of the Year and Harlan tries to crash the party. Abby has to get a root canal and she seems super excited. We remember 9/11/01.

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Episode 78: Clash of the Titans

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 04:50:00 GMT

If someone you know is celebrating Halloween already you may be entitled to compensation. If you need hacks on saving money on dryer sheets Gary has some advice. We also analyze the historic musical showdown between Kanye West and Drake.

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Episode 77: If.....

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 02:56:59 GMT

We hope you had an amazing week. Harlan spoke his truth about school lunch. We played the "what if" game to see what would be different in our lives. We threw in some old 2000's things that we all have or wish we had forgotten.

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Episode 76: Shower Optional

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 02:17:21 GMT

Do you shower everyday. Should you? Who's to say but famous people seem to be taking the Gary Thomas approach. We talk about education, some parenting adjustments and more this week.

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Episode 75: Flip Phone

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 12:00:26 GMT

Oh we go deep this week and a little long. Life hits us in the mouth as school starts up and the end of summer routine starts. We co-founded an accountability group and had a really fun conversation about updating our daughter's tech.

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Episode 74: Farmers Only

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 12:00:14 GMT

We decided to have a little production meeting before this episode and jotted a few notes down so hopefully it's smooth. Abby was proud of her recent agricultural advancement and we did three open houses in one week. Oh, we also kinda missed out on something big for Charley.

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Episode 73: 18 Going on 80

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 03:08:05 GMT

We are celebrating our 18th wedding anniversary! What better time of year for celebration than right before all hell breaks loose as summer comes to a close and we start so many new things.

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Episode 72: Adulting

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 02:02:06 GMT

We went hard this week. We followed up a fun time in Nashville with a week full of appointments, games, stress and ended here talking about it all.

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Episode 71: Messy

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 02:29:46 GMT

Summer is half over! Well for us it is. We talk about the stress of the weekend, Abby's absence and all kinds of fun stuff. We have a TikTok! Check it out @CloseEnoughPod

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Episode 70: The Getaway

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 15:10:02 GMT

It's Father's Day! Happy Father's Day to all the dad's making bad jokes this week. Abby is leaving for a week and some options are explored on how to keep things running while she's gone. We tried to buy a house too.

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Episode 69: Ramblin'

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 04:02:58 GMT

We took a week off and really just talked a bunch on this one. We recapped a trip to Universal Studios Florida, cryotherapy and a case of bad attitude from Abby.

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Episode 68: Medical Advice

Sun, 30 May 2021 19:00:12 GMT

Congrats to those graduating this season. Class of 2021 go do well. Be a doctor so we can call you when we need that hard hitting advice laid out in this conversation. Is travel sports really necessary, what did we wanna be when we graduated and a little bit of poop talk. Seriously.

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Episode 67: Crotch Cradle

Sun, 23 May 2021 03:49:34 GMT

The summer is approaching and we revisit some summertime nostalgia as well as what this summer might look like. Harlan is too big for his swimming apparatus hence the need for a crotch cradle.

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75 Hard: Day 14

Sun, 16 May 2021 19:55:11 GMT

We've made it through 13 full days on the 75 Hard program. It has been quite the introduction to change so far.Starting Weight - 374.5Current Weight - 356

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Episode 66: Survival of the Fittest

Sun, 16 May 2021 03:44:04 GMT

All over the place this week as we describe how we would for sure not last during the apocalypse. We did however, survive the week. Oh we have a TikTok now. So if you wanna check that out it's @CloseEnoughPod. Abby will fill it up for your entertainment.

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75 Hard - Day 6

Sat, 08 May 2021 14:49:30 GMT

I'm doing 75 Hard, a program developed by Andy Frisella who is the man behind 1st Phorm. I am barely into it but I thought I would document where I am, why i'm doing it and maybe someone can relate to the bullshit of what I've let myself become.

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Episode 65: Yo Momma

Sat, 08 May 2021 03:50:37 GMT

Happy Mother's Day to all you momma's out there. Abby lays out what her ideal day would be. We talk about 75 Hard and if Abby will join in on it. If you like what you hear give it a share.Thank you to Veercast Digital Media and for your free trial of Amazon Music go to https://www.getamazonmusic.com/closeenough

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Episode 64: Vanilla Chili

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 15:09:18 GMT

Pro tip, never call your wife's chili good but vanilla. Her petty comes crawling out. We recorded early on a Sunday to bring you our take on YouTube, life and the usual. Get 3 months of Amazon Music for free at www.getamazonmusic.com/closeenough

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Episode 63: Insert List Here

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 02:28:34 GMT

If social media would have been around back in the day, what would it look like from our parents perspective or even the younger versions of ourselves.Get a free month of Amazon Music from us by going to www.getamazonmusic.com/closeenough

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Episode 62: Camel Farm

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 02:25:33 GMT

A sad week if you are a fan of DMX or even Prince Phillip. We went to Newport for a day trip and had a blast. We talk about mental health, what kind of farm we would have and more.

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Episode 61: Spring Break

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 04:16:06 GMT

A relaxed week talking about Spring break coming up and Easter as well. It was a frustrating week of trying to plan a trip. Charley debuts as a track & field athlete.Get a free month of Amazon Music by going to https://www.getamazonmusic.com/Closeenough

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Episode 60: Pipebomb

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 02:50:49 GMT

If you came back after last week, bless you. We spend some time clarifying some things from the last podcast as well as talk about untold stories that surface at funny times. Thank you all of for listening and following along with this train wreck.

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Episode 59: A is for Autism

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 02:42:48 GMT

So this was a hard week. Harlan went to an evaluation and we learned he has Autism. What's that even mean and how did we deal with it. Abby's birthday bash was cancelled and overall we faced some challenges this week however we still love each other and love you.

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Episode 58: Third Time's a Charm

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 13:19:10 GMT

We are all over the map this week after trying 3 times to record after a few weeks of trying to record. We established Abby takes an excessive time to make a decision, we recap her birthday and generally have a great time chatting.

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Episode 57: Reformed

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 04:27:15 GMT

We are all over the place this week. We have survived the snowpacalypse and watched a couple new documentaries that we found very interesting. Abby thinks she's not getting anything special for her birthday and more.

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Episode 56: Cult of Personality

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 04:18:12 GMT

We have fallen back into our fascination with cults as we have been binging on The Vow. Crazy story but would we fit in a cult? Also it's Valentine's Day and this year is our 25th together.

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Episode 55: Cease and Desist

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 14:00:00 GMT

We had a small break but are back to recap a trip to New Hampshire as well as a shocking discovery on HBO Max that really upset Abigail.

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Episode 54: Waste Not

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 04:30:58 GMT

This week is a little long. We talk about a wide range of things including food waste, supplements, shaker cups and updates on the kiddos. We hope everyone has a great week.

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Episode 53: Doggy Bags

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 22:19:05 GMT

A very fun one to record as we talk about life and how the first week of the new year has been interesting. We discuss our night out as well as address some things from the last episode.

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Episode 52: New Year Who Dis

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 15:36:59 GMT

If you're married and have been have you and your spouse cemented yourself into certain roles? Abby is the cleaner and well...most of the things but we dive into that and more.

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Episode 51: Christmas Chaos

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 20:17:35 GMT

We thank you all for hanging in there with us this year. Christmas came and went and it was a good one for the Thomas family. We love you all!

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Closer Look: Lacy Lewis

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 22:07:52 GMT

This week on our live stream longtime friend Lacy Lewis joins us to tell stories of our lives and provide some great entertainmentBrought to you by Veercast Digital Media

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Episode 50: Pandemic Reflections

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 03:27:54 GMT

It's our 50th podcast! We reflect on this crazy year and look ahead to Christmas this week. Thank you all for your support and love!Brought to you by Veercast Digital Media.

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Episode 49: Life Hacks

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:58:55 GMT

Abby found a TIk Tok that laid out 4 things you can do to help yourself out and we discuss them as well as dig into some products marketed towards the elderly that we would find useful.Sponsored by Veercast Digital Media

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Closer Look: Jason Ellis

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 21:33:35 GMT

Jason Ellis joins the live stream this week to answer some questions about our friend group and have some fun.Brought to you by Veercast Digital Media

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Closer Look: Seth Thatcher

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 17:16:04 GMT

We did a live stream with one of our best friends Seth Thatcher. We've been comrades for the better part of 30 years. He's going to join us for a podcast soon but this was fun.

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Episode 48: Thrown Back

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 16:20:07 GMT

We recap our Thanksgiving extravaganza and detail how slowly our backs are giving out on us. Abby found some questions from Tik Tok and we answer those.

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Episode 47: Vitamin D

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 14:21:11 GMT

This week we dive into a recent health issue as well as talk about the high and low points of our daughter's athletic success. Thanksgiving will look different here this year as well. WIN a PS5! Yes. You can win a PS5 by clicking here and following the steps from our friends at Veercast Digital Media. Drawing is 12/1https://veercast.com/ps5/

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Episode 46: The Parent Trap

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 22:01:42 GMT

How has your parenting skills been during the pandemic. Well we will discuss some of our epic fails with both children and what's next.

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Episode 45: Legal Team

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 20:54:28 GMT

It is election season so of course we don't discuss politics but rather Halloween, our children and the need for an upgraded podcast studio.

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Episode 44: 6 Weeks Later

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 18:14:54 GMT

Found some time to document the last 6 weeks, wrapped up neatly in an hour. Birthdays, potty training, parenting and more classical insights this week. We just hope you laugh with us .

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Episode 43 Making It Work

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 03:07:49 GMT

Ok so we took a month off. It's been busy. The end of summer for us, probably as well as for you, has been different and we are trying to adapt. We talk about school, staying at home with kids as well as some other random things. Enjoy

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Episode 42: Anniversary Tats

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 05:11:05 GMT

Not much going on here, how about where you are at. We went to a wedding, moved to the basement to record and talk about getting some more tattoos. Enjoy

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Episode 41: House Hunters

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 02:20:18 GMT

Negative tests for us this week. Abby's not pregnant and neither of us have covid. We talk about how we look at moving as a group, our favorite The Walking Dead characters and more. Enjoy!

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Episode 40: Nursing Nest

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 02:59:17 GMT

We went to the zoo for some fun in an empty town, shot some firecrackers off and still don't know what's gonna happen when it comes to school for these kids.

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Episode 39: Freezer Pops

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 02:50:00 GMT

We recorded last week but it has been sent to the archives for now. This week we talk about parties. Bachelor/Bachelorette parties, parties when you're young and now parties when you hit middle age. Fun times.

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Episode 38: Basement

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:42:06 GMT

So we are a few days late, please accept our apologies. We went to a gathering of friends, Abby cleaned the basement, we argued about cleaning, Gary got another tattoo and more ramblings are in store this week.

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Episode 37: Preachy

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 03:48:45 GMT

Abby was not happy with someone at the gym not following rules, we talk about our stances on the current state of the world and what "getting wined" is.

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Episode 36: Good Vibes

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 03:17:08 GMT

What music did you grow up on and how did it shape your tastes? We talk about that, the current state of unrest, our not so great parenting tips and more.

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Episode 35: Nectar

Mon, 25 May 2020 03:41:22 GMT

It's Memorial Day weekend and we spent it kinda like normal but still a ways from business as usual. We talk about our new Nectar mattress as well as getting a rowdy toddler to sleep, Waco(spoilers), and more of the usual. Check out our friends we mention and enjoy!

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Episode 34: Lifestyle

Tue, 19 May 2020 22:52:26 GMT

One week into a new diet and we are still friendly enough to talk about it. Also, we bought half a cow. How's your week going? Be sure to check out the friends we mentioned in the show if you are in need of their services.

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Episode 33: Three Stars

Mon, 11 May 2020 04:43:54 GMT

Happy Mother's Day! We hope everyone had a great week. We had to deal with a quarantine birthday party, some crisis in time management and how we are easing back to normal-ish? Enjoy!

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Episode 32: Burnt

Mon, 04 May 2020 03:04:15 GMT

This week Abby tried her hand at biscuits, the gas station hibachi was back in business and school winds down to a close for the year. Throw in some inappropriate humor and cuss words and you got a fun one.www.tryexpressvpn.com/closeenough

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Episode 31: Dinner Bell

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 04:40:29 GMT

Another week down in the stay at home life of the Thomas family. We discuss our likes, dislikes and share some laughs during some inappropriate moments. www.tryexpressvpn.com/closeenough

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Episode 30: Volatile

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 03:44:55 GMT

This week we discuss more great parenting on our part as well as a dive into our Enneagram numbers. This episode is sponsored by ExpressVPN. Get 3 months free with a year subscription at www.tryexpressvpn.com/closeenough

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Episode 29: Essentially Wrong

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 02:43:17 GMT

Well it's been a week for everyone. Car break ins, learning new things from movies and a chatty 2 year old. We look back on vacation and examine living together.Get 3 months of ExpressVPN when you sign up for a year and support the podcast! www.tryexpressvpn.com/CloseEnough

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Episode 28: Unpopular Opinion

Sat, 04 Apr 2020 21:01:12 GMT

Still locked down with nothing to do but argue and analyze the current state of affairs . We finished TIger King, things got tense during lockdown and some of our unpopular opinions.Keep your internet safe with ExpressVPN. Try it free https://www.tryexpressvpn.com/closeenough

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Episode 27: Quarantine Reboot

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 02:25:37 GMT

It's only been three years, nothing like a good lock down scenario to bring things back around. Chronicles of the 2020 quarantine.

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Episode 26: Cooler

Fri, 30 Dec 2016 22:40:39 GMT

Our nephew Tabor sits in with us this time to talk about life as a 15 year old. We ask some hard hitting questions and discuss just how old he makes us feel.

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Episode 25: Secret Santa

Sat, 24 Dec 2016 19:34:39 GMT

Merry Christmas from the Thomas family. We probably didn't send you a card but consider this our gift. Charley learned a valuable Christmas lesson, we review the new Star Wars movie and some other stuff.

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Episode 24: That took a turn

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 15:54:56 GMT

Sometimes you have intentions of talking about Christmas movies and you wind up talking about what happens in prison. Close enough, right?

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Episode 23 : Do over

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 05:04:21 GMT

We recorded a podcast and then it go lost so we did another one. Not alot of energy but still worth a listen maybe.

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Episode 21: Black Friday

Sat, 26 Nov 2016 02:24:49 GMT

We hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small business Saturday and whatever else comes along to stimulate the economy. Hear about what we did for our 21st birthdays, online dating and more.

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Episode 20: Limited interruption

Fri, 18 Nov 2016 21:30:23 GMT

A new week with a new car, some new questions and maybe not as much talking over each other. What are some of your favorite Thanksgiving traditions or strategies for Black Friday shopping?

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Episode 19: So many questions

Sat, 12 Nov 2016 17:46:41 GMT

The great election of 2016 is over and we discuss the aftermath as well as answer some questions about our own relationship.

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Episode 18: It's Lit Fam

Sun, 06 Nov 2016 18:19:52 GMT

A fun week of Halloween, football games and general foolishness. Might be offensive for some but might be the answer to so many of your questions. Holiday chat, family talk and stuff.

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Episode 17: Teal Pumpkins

Sat, 29 Oct 2016 20:06:31 GMT

Back to making podcasts again! It's been awhile but now we are rolling into Halloween so we talk about our old costumes, candy and this teal pumpkin thing. Thanks for listening!

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Episode 16: Tasty

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 22:36:39 GMT

Now that things are back in full swing we can talk about what videos we love to hate on Facebook. Check out what's going on in our life if that's your thing.

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Episode 15: Back in session

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:43:56 GMT

School is back in session so a new routine and new rhythm hits the Thomas household.

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Episode 14: Cave dwellers

Sat, 30 Jul 2016 16:21:46 GMT

Our anniversary is this week and so is the yearly tradition of going back to school. Abby went to a cave and guess what, she didn't like it. Enjoy!

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Episode 13: River Karma

Sun, 10 Jul 2016 15:38:53 GMT

This week we recap our adventure to Ace Resorts and reveal that Abby was really the scared one out of the group of rafters. We also discuss some MMA news and other semi-interesting topics.

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Episode 12: On Vacation

Mon, 04 Jul 2016 16:18:41 GMT

Happy Fourth of July. It's been a month but we've been on vacations, in the dentist chair, swim meets and all kinds of summer business. Don't forget you can listen on iTunes and Stitcher. Happy Summer!

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Episode 11: Gorilla parenting

Sat, 04 Jun 2016 16:29:57 GMT

It's the start of summer break. All the hectic times are over. Charley is staying busy and keeping us laughing. Our parenting skills are suspect but at least she didn't fall in the gorilla pit!

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Episode 10: Ponies and Prom

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:56:23 GMT

It's been a busy couple of weeks with Abby getting prom ready, birthday parties and just normal life stuffs going on. You can always listen to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher by downloading the respective apps.

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Episode 9: Low energy

Sat, 30 Apr 2016 22:45:24 GMT

Plenty of horse talk and criticism of each other but not a lot of energy. Maybe because it is a rainy day. Oh, it's Charley's birthday week too. Enjoy.

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Episode 8: Party like it's 1999

Sat, 23 Apr 2016 18:27:20 GMT

Chyna died, Prince died, Doris Roberts died...what a hell of a week for famous people. We talk about the impact those people had on us growing up. We also establish that Abby will eat anything.

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Episode 7: Charity Hangover

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 16:22:48 GMT

So last week's episode is lost in the wind somehow. Maybe it will appear as a bonus episode down the road? This week is fun times as we talk about hangovers, broken beds and our rank one parenting skills.

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Episode 6: Mini-goats & chickens

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 23:34:54 GMT

Abby is on spring break this week and hopes to sell off some of her junk. She also shares her secret side of wanting to farm and own some animals. This is about an hour long private conversation we choose to share, so enjoy!

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Episode 5: Wrestling in Jell-O

Sun, 27 Mar 2016 23:46:51 GMT

Abby is on the prom committee and recounts her days as the Rowan County Jell-O Wrestling champ. It's Easter so we talk about the realness of the Easter Bunny and such. Charley is mad she still hasn't made an appearance yet.

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Episode 4 : Bathing optional

Sat, 19 Mar 2016 18:27:34 GMT

Another week in the Thomas house. Abby won't let Charley dress the way she wants for a birthday party and she's going back to Louisville again. Did you know she had a nose ring? Fun stuff.

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Episode 3: Uber and Craft Beer

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:49:25 GMT

Getting hip in our thirties, Abby used uber and Gary drinks craft beer. Just when you think you're addicted to video games, you realize you are on your way to weight loss surgery. All kinds of personal information is put out to you guys.

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Episode 2: Halfway to 70

Sat, 05 Mar 2016 19:28:01 GMT

Abby was sick this week but closed it strong by celebrating her birthday. We talk about the difference in men and women when they are sick, some politics and food(of course)

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Episode 1: Don't judge me

Sun, 28 Feb 2016 03:23:55 GMT

So we thought it would be fun to sit down and have a conversation to share. Meanwhile I daughter was binge watching Netflix and sulking we didn't include her.

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