Welcome To Our Table

In October of 2021, we interviewed Levi's mom, Lindsey, and she described for us what life was like for Levi with left hypoplastic heart syndrome.  Well, fast forward and hold onto your hats, Levi has a new heart!  Come get excited with us as we hear from Levi's mom, Lindsey, about his heart transplant journey.

Educators! Burnt out? Discouraged?  Come listen to our interview with Dianna Duddy and learn how her coaching methods can turn your career and work experience around.  

Check out her coaching services at Rediscovery Coaching.  Her coaching is the light at the end of the tunnel that you are looking for.

Complete transparency...there isn't a perfect formula to understand God's timing and purpose in our lives.  It can feel difficult to understand God's ways and His timing.  We all struggle with the question, "what is my purpose?"  In this episode, Lisa and I try to give you steps to a better relationship with God in hopes that knowing Him better allows you to know your purpose and His timing.

Nancy Gianni is founder of GiGi's Playhouse.  She was inspired by her daughter, GiGi, to start an organization where there would be acceptance and empowerment for all.  Nancy wants to change the way the world sees Down Syndrome.  This interview is phenomenal and will inspire you to want to be part of the change and be #GenerationG. 

Dr. Barbra Hanna, a board certified gynecologist and certified menopause specialist, is bringing all her expertise to her office and her hybrid digital health clinic.  She is here to empower women to enter into menopause gracefully and to be the healthiest we can be.  We don't have to be pushed aside and our symptoms ignored.  Ladies listen up, we have someone fighting for us.

Dawn, famously known as "The Minimal Mom", shares tips and inspiration on how to simplify and declutter your life and home so you can live an undistracted life.  This is a powerful and super helpful episode to encourage you to live life and stop letting "stuff" control your home and family!

Grab your free blue light!  Liam's Lights is a charitable organization that gives away blue lights that can be displayed outside of your home.  These lights will spark a coversation around supporting families and embracing autism.  Thank you Liam for being a light in our community!

Trish and her husband Ryan wanted to start a family.  Unfortunately, they experienced several pregnancy losses.  They were discouraged and grieved at these losses but very thankful that adoption was an option.  They believe that family is family and love is love no matter the path you take to get there. Well, we will let Trish tell you the rest of the story...it's a must listen!

Julius Alfaro knew at a young age that he had an affinity for voice-over acting.  But living in the Chicagoland area didn't bring opportunity for this type of career.  However, life brought him to California and now the dream can become a reality.  

Lifestyle and event photographer Alyson Keen is owner and artist of Leave Her Wild.  Her unique pictures capture the souls and personalities of her subjects. She sees beauty in the every day aspects of life and gives us a captured moment that can be fondly remembered.  

Spending time in the natural world can bring so much joy and tranquility. Our guest today, Kim Shade, brings her knowledge, wisdom, humor and expertise as she shares with us tips and tricks on starting and maintaining a garden.  Whether you are a novice or an expert looking for new ideas, Kim shares it all. As the weather begins to warm up and we find ourselves itching to get outdoors, you don't want to miss the chance to hear what it takes to turn your bare yard into a visual masterpiece.  

Magnolia Soap and Bath in St. Charles is a must visit for the products and the experience.  Owner, Mandy Buerster, has great vision and a big heart.  Come listen and be inspired to do great things with great love.

Music is a gift to the heart and soul.  Few people have the talent to create, sing, write and teach music.  Music Artist Peter Kruse has a special place in our hearts because of his talent as a songwriter and vocalist as well as his willingness to teach others the gift of music.

We believe that love starts with God.  We love because He first loved us.  Love can mean different things to each of us but we all want to be loved.  Today we share how we think about love and the giving and recieving of it.  

Right before her 1st birthday, Reed had a seizure and that seizure started the search for an answer.  Her parents, Logan and Nicole, advocated for their daughter and the diagnosis of Dravet syndrome was the devestating blow.  But this resilient and amazing family has held onto their faith and they inspire us with their love and outlook on life.

Dr. Matt Karsten shows us how to live a life full of love, faith, humility and compassion for others. His infectious joy and passion for his work, patients and family is limitless.  Dr. Matt tells us his story of how he found his way into dentistry, opening two very successful practices, with the encouragement and support from his wife and opportunities only made possible by God. You will laugh, you may cry, but will ultimately walk away from this episode being totally inspired. Inspiration from an ordinary man doing extraordinary work, through what he will share, is only by the grace of God.

Christmas is a magical time of year.  And, every family has their own traditions and ways they spend the Christmas season. In this episode we share our family's traditions and memories with you.  Welcome to Our Christmas Table.

Rising Lights Project is creating something greatly needed in our community.  The mission of Rising Lights Project "is to provide an environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive, learn, laugh, and engage with the broader community."  The founder of Rising Lights Project is Jaimie Valentini and we wanted to share her passion with you in this episode.