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Our kids are in bed! Now we finally get to chat. Listen in as we talk about our highs and lows, and everything in between.
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3.3: Balding and Potty Training! (opens the original)
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Potty training remains one of the most unpredictable milestones of parenthood. While many experts preach rigid, three-day methods, some parents find that a casual, low-pressure approach is exactly what their child needs to make the leap. This shift in perspective, combined with recognizing physical comfort cues, can transform a stressful process into a sudden victory. Beyond the diaper phase, the conversation shifts to the personal evolution of appearance, specifically navigating the acceptance
32: Our Budget (opens the original)
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Life with four kids under age ten brings plenty of surprises. This episode dives into the unexpected hurdles of a recent family camping trip in Arizona—complete with blown tires and leaky tents—before pivoting to a candid look at household finances. Plus, get ready for some passionate, unfiltered commentary on the reality dating show Let's Marry Harry, as the hosts break down exactly why the series left them so outraged. #familylife #campingdiaries #budgeting #realitytv #parenting
31: Is This Criminal Parenting (opens the original)
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McKenzie and Josh dive into the chaos of hosting family and keeping up with the house during a busy week. They compare the non-stop energy of having extra kids around to the scientific concept of entropy, proving that sometimes even the wildest weeks create the best memories. The discussion also covers their secret to hosting epic get-togethers without breaking the bank, specifically their go-to local farmer's market for unbeatable fruit prices and the joys of putting an ice cream machine to the
30: Anniversary, Sedona, Creami, and Harry Potter (opens the original)
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Celebrating eleven years of marriage looks a bit different for this duo. From swapping fancy dinners for legendary local barbecue to an unexpected family adventure in Sedona, the journey is anything but typical. A surprise hotel upgrade made for a comfortable stay with four kids in tow, and an encounter with a stranger handing out free chips and salsa proved that the best snacks come from the most random places. See how balancing work, marriage, and parenthood turns into a series of funny, heart
29: Mail Club, Tech Fails, Ikea Frustartion (opens the original)
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After a disastrous recording session where technology wiped out hours of work, McKenzie and Josh prove that even the most frustrated moments can lead to a pivot. The conversation shifts toward celebrating the launch of a passion project—a tangible art subscription service—and the relatable chaos of hunting for furniture deals on marketplace apps. It is a candid look at the balance between creative work, marriage, and the simple joys of upgrading a home for guests. #creativity #marriage #artsubsc
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