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Michael and Lori talk about some exciting projects that Lori is working on, new milestones in their lives, and the importance of helping children become independently dependent on God. Also, Michael teaches Lori a new word.

Ice cream for dinner, broken brackets, and helping kids to unplug, especially at restaurants.

Lent, sleep test, British accents and more are covered by Michael and Lori. No, this is not the last episode.

It has been a month since the last episode, but Michael and Lori are back talking about all that has transpired.

Lori and Michael are tired but wanted to wish everyone a Happy Balaclava New Year!

Lori and Michael finally found some time to record again after a busy November. They talk about recent happenings and Advent.

Michael wanted to watch some football and Lori had some smelly issues. They talk about the virtue of modesty.

Lori offers a couple of apologies to Michael. They discuss how parents can - and should - be involved in helping their children discern what type of music is good for their souls.

Michael triggered a kerfuffle getting his morning coffee and Lori is allergic to hamsters. They discuss which of the 6 listeners could be the number one listener. Somehow they find their way into a real discussion on feeling at home when you to church. 

Michael is trying fix his snoring and did the laundry. Lori discovered a new social media application. They discuss an article by a family counselor in which he discusses the dangers of high-fiving others.

Michael has a new t-shirt and basketball sneakers. Lori is sore from a new workout program. They discuss the topic of a different podcast (per the suggestion of one of the 6 listeners): "the 3 great untruths".

The world is back to "normal" which means the Lavignes have a cold in the house. Michael and Lori discuss the stress that comes with the beginning of the school year and share some practical strategies that has helped them manage all the activity.