It’ll Always Be Fun with Brooke and Miranda

Church Hopping and Boot Scootin' & Boogie-ing: Nashville, Day 3

Get ready for Day 3 of our Nashville adventure on 'It'll Always Be Fun'! We hit up three different churches before lunchtime — talk about a spiritual sightseeing tour! After soaking up some Nashville vibes, we whipped up a homemade dinner at our Airbnb and then hit the dance floor for some line dancing fun. Come join the excitement and see how we made this day totally epic!

You Didn't Say Uno! Nashvile: Day Two

Day Two of our Nashville trip was about slow mornings and wild (just kidding!) nights! We played approximately 47 games of Uno, got relaxing massages, and ended the day with a line dancing lesson that tested Miranda's coordination and Brooke's will not to laugh at her! Still us, still unedited! Cozy chaos in the BEST way!

Unedited and Overpacked. Day One: On the Road to Nashville

We're back from Nashville and we're telling all! In this first episode of our 3-part birthday trip recap, we talk about the drive, buying a whole new wardrobe, our snacks, a surprise tour (for both of us!) and finally making our PF Chang's dreams come true. Also? No edits. Just us, as we are.
Buckle up- this is just Day One!

Back in the Groove: Routines, Rhythms, and Real Life.

It's that time of year when routines sneak back in - school schedules, quiet time goals, and intentional check-ins with friends. In this episode, we're talking all things rhythm and routine! From the chaos of kids' schedules to the calm of a morning quiet time, we're unpacking what it looks like to find a healthy flow in the everyday. We'll share what's working, what's not, and how intentionality in friendships, family, and faith keeps us grounded, and that it's OK to say "No." Grab your coffee and join us for a fun, honest conversation about finding balance in the busyness!

Community Influencers: Double Shot: Lindsay Stapleton Part 2

We're back for another round with Lindsay Stapleton! In this second episode we dig deeper into more of her story as she shares what it's like to be young, deeply involved in youth ministry, and making a lasting impact on her community.
Join us for a fresh brew of encouragement, laughter, and real talk about faith, calling and the power of showing up for the next generation!

Community Influencers: A Latte Love & Real-Life Ministry - Lindsay Stapleton

Community Influencers: Part 1 – Lindsay StapletonIn this first episode of our Community Influencers series, we sit down with Lindsay Stapleton—a college senior, future teacher, and someone who’s already making a huge impact in her community. From volunteering at a girls home to serving in youth ministry at her church, Lindsay lives out her faith in real and meaningful ways. In Part One, she shares her story of coming to Christ and how that decision continues to shape her passion for people. It all started over coffee at our favorite local spot, The Early Bird—so you know this one’s close to our hearts.

Word Up!

In this episode of It'll Always Be Fun, we're talking about word games, the words we say, and Jesus - the WORD made flesh! 
Find out who's better at Boggle, who loves words of affirmation, how the WORD has influenced our lives, and why speaking life matters more than we think!

That One Time at Camp...

Pack your bags and buckle up-this week we're taking you on a wild ride to Camp Snowbird in the beautiful mountains of Andrews, North Carolina! From not-so-sunny sunrises, to late-night laughs, white-water rafting and ice factories, we're sharing the unforgettable moments, the unexpected injuries, and the joys (chaos) of taking teens to camp! Plus, we're closing out this episode with something brand new-our "It'll Always Be Fun List," Each episode we will be adding something new to the list that will ALWAYS be fun! 
Whether you've been to camp or not, or just love a good story, this episode is for you!

Let's Have a Conversation: What We've Learned and Where We Go From Here - Wrapping up our 5-part Series with Dr. Merry-Sperry

Welcome back!
Today we're wrapping up our five0part series with the incredible Dr. Merry-Sperry. And in this final episode, we're taking time to pause, reflect, and pull together some of the key themes we've explored around childhood and adolescent mental health. 
Before we dive in, we want to give a clear content warning: This episode includes discussions around suicide and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that there is always help and always hope. You are not alone. You can call or test the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline anytime as 989.
We'll be asking honest questions, reflecting on what we've learned, and talking about how we as friends, parents, leaders and listeners can carry these conversations forward with courage and compassion. 

Let's Have a Conversation: It's Not Just a Phase, Mom! Understanding Teen Mental Health (Ages 14-18)

Today, we're continuing our 5-part conversation series with Dr. Merry-Sperry on childhood mental health. This is Episode 4, and we're talking about the high school years - ages 14-18. Before we begin, we want to give a gentle, but important trigger warning: this episode includes discussion around suicide and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there is always hope and always help.
You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988- anytime, day or night. 
We're so grateful you're here for this conversation. As always, we're keeping it honest, compassionate, and still finding space for joy- because these conversations matter.