Aunt and Uncle Awesomeness: Episode 912
Your role as an aunt or uncle, plus lessons learned in climbing mountains, and house rules for when a roommate starts dating.
Featured musical artist: David Dunn
Roundtable: Influence Your Nephews and Nieces
Having nieces or nephews is a tremendous amount of fun — but do you know you can also have a huge impact on their lives? Spending time with them, setting a good example, teaching life skills, and just letting them know they’re loved; these all make a huge difference in their development and sense of identity and belonging. Our conversation includes practical ideas for connecting as an aunt or uncle, plus how to stay in your nieces’ and nephews’ lives even if they live far away.
Culture: Climb Every Mountain (Or at Least One)
July 30th is National Climb a Mountain Day, and we’re celebrating by chatting with hiker-adventurer Jen Smith. Jen shares how she got into mountain climbing, the benefits it provides, how she meets God (and others) on the trails, and lessons she’s learned from training and traveling (including a trip to Nepal!). She’ll also give preparedness tips for safe and successful hiking.
Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family’s Faith Through God’s Creation
Inbox: When a Roommate Starts Dating
How do you adjust when your roommate starts dating and wants to hang out in your home with their boyfriend or girlfriend? Should you set ground rules? Boundaries? Kasie Ewing weighs in.
