Didn't your mother ever tell you to eat the beets?   It's a good thing ours did ... although not all of share Mom's love for beets, it is an inside joke we turn to whenever we try to push our approach to life onto the ones we love.  After all, won't they get as much joy out of what we love as we do?!  Reservation Dogs was referenced in this episode (sooo good - WDY give it a try if you haven't already on Hulu?).  We utilized a website for info in haste while recording this episode and were concerned about its validity which we voiced quietly in this recording.  Upon further investigation, this website is valid but if you have additional information to share with us to help us be inclusive and respectful of all, share it with us at [email protected]. Enjoy the show!

School’s back in session!  First things first … are you joining the PTO/PTA?  We share our experiences from the teacher and parent perspective.  Joining us this episode is Lauren Mahana from the Magic on the Patio podcast (check her podcast out!).  Do we commit to joining the PTO? As the acronym states, both parents and teachers should pay to join and as Christen educated all of us (or at least Carlie), the higher the membership at each school, the better off a school is.  Here’s a link to the National PTO and PTA Organizations. Share and rate our show.  Share your thoughts on IG (@whydontyoushow) and email ([email protected]).

This one is FUNNY!  Listen as we chat about music and our really great (or not great) knowledge of music comes out. Don't forget to rate us and share with those you think could use a good belly laugh.

In this episode we share a few of our most recent reads, what we're reading next, and Mom's impact on our children's reading.  What are your thoughts on the books we shared about and what are your recommendations for what to read next?  Email us at [email protected] or message us on IG @whydontyoushow. Share and rate our show!

Now that we’re allowed to have dogs, we’ve all got one! Our sister, Carolyn & brother, Drew join us to share their dog-parenting experience. We all adore our dogs. We all have different approaches to pet ownership. The dog’s purpose, food, and quirks are very particular to each of us. Why don’t you listen!

Teachers go to camp too. Carlie and I both have packed this summer with professional learning. While our children are going to day camps - at home and with the Parks and Rec. We’ve had our share of overnight camp experiences too! All of it is work for parents and pricey. We think it’s pretty worth it to make all these memories. I’m romantic about being able to be home with my boys. Carlie is practical and has a more hands-off approach. Why don’t you listen?

We have been all over the country together. And we’re not done! Carlie and I love traveling together. I think we also really dig meal planning together, deciding our activities, planning where we’re going to stay, even who’s packing what & how. Although she won’t let me nail down Christmas plans for 2022, we always have a blast and make amazing memories. Why don’t you listen.

To make a big change or not ... we don’t have the answers. BUT, we do share our thoughts and experiences on the topic. What do you think? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected]. Dig in!

Another one about parties! We talk cake, RSVP, themes, and so many memories. While parties are so fun they’re a lot of work too. What is YOUR favorite detail about birthdays or birthday memory? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]

Happy 96th Birthday, Nana!  This one’s for you. We share a conversation with Nana then share memories with her children and grandchildren.  You might notice some general themes such as don’t mess with Nana in a game of Yatzee and she is one tough Scotch Canadian Farmer Girl. If you’re interested, the rolling pin Christen 'stole' from Nana is a French rolling pin.  And the method Nana uses to cook her most amazing roast before adding it to the red sauce is tried and true … by Nana.  Try it sometime!