💬 Episode Summary:

This week, we’re ditching the usual bullet points and cozying up in our second living room (we think that’s what it is?) to talk real life. From late-night fears about hose water to unexpectedly powerful moments of family worship, we share the laughs, lessons, and lived experiences of parenting four young kids, balancing exhaustion, and giving ourselves grace.

You’ll hear about:

• Rylan leading worship with her siblings

• Why our kids can sit still (and what it cost us)

• How “Lorenzo the Strawberry Man” became a part of our story

• Crunchy mom spirals and social media stress

• The beauty of sitting in silence (even for 5 minutes)

• And why it’s okay if you don’t feel like you’re learning anything this week

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just surviving your week — this one’s for you. It's messy, hilarious, a little chaotic, and totally real.

00:00 – Intro from the Couch
Getting cozy, naming rooms, and podcasting in real life.

01:25 – Life Update: Juggling Work, Tiredness, and Worship
Trying to connect while being drained… and how we’re doing it anyway.

03:00 – The Microphone Obsession Begins
How three toy mics turned into spontaneous family worship.

05:00 – Bedtime Battles and Summer Chaos
Sunlight, sleep routines, and letting go of rigid schedules.

08:45 – Parenting Isn't One-Size-Fits-All
Each kid is different. So are the lessons. And yes, it's still hard.

10:10 – Teaching Kids to Sit Still (and Why It Matters)
Timeouts, self-control, and the surprising value of silence.

17:45 – Sitting in Silence as a Couple
Why quiet time together is underrated (and how we’re practicing it).

19:00 – Learning to Be Present in the Little Moments
Going to the pool, skipping dishes, and choosing connection.

28:30 – The Lorenzo Story
A fruit stand, a friendly farmer, and a personalized water bottle that brought tears.

32:55 – Final Thoughts + Why Real Conversations Matter
You’re not alone. Mess and all, we’re in this together.

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