Fresh starts, new dynamics, shared history...sometimes good, sometimes not, but optimism isn't a bad quality to bring into any group relationship. (That's a word salad sentence that belies the lighthearted essence of this.) Come hang out with m

Parade Pissing: Royal Wedding Version

Jan 10th, 2022 5m 21s

Welcome to Season Two! I'm starting with an observation that, while dated in this piece, is, seemingly, eternal...but doesn't have to be! For this season, I've accepted that I won't be updating my website, susanvollenweider.com with each new e

When there's time, take it

Nov 19th, 2021 6m 39s

I'm going to have to call this the end of season one (which is twice as long as I had originally intended) but I'm going to do so with a piece that means a lot to me. If you're curious, it took me four times to get through part of it. Thank yo

The Store Where You Can Find Anything

Nov 15th, 2021 5m 20s

One of those times when an everyday trip to an ordinary store was extraordinary.

Not Bringing Sexy Back To Dinner

Nov 12th, 2021 6m 55s

A lesson I learned the hard way: Teachable moments are important in raising kids...but they can't be forced. Come back on Mondays and Friday for fresh slices! Visit me on Twitter, Facebook, or read more of my work on my website!

We've got the spirit, how 'bout you?

Nov 8th, 2021 6m 25s

School Spirit Week is an annual adventure in multi-tasking and creativity...for parents.

Please Don't Be Six Forever and Ever

Nov 5th, 2021 5m 50s

In my family, 6-year-old kids have predictably unpredictable behavior. Watch The Kansas City Star, my Twitters, and Facebooks (both personal and for this podcast) for my re-newed column starting this month! I'm pretty excited to get going aga

Good n' Plenty

Nov 1st, 2021 6m 36s

When your life is packed, you savor every unpacked moment. How are you? Drop me a note at [email protected] or visit me on Facebook or Twitter.

Ban This!

Oct 25th, 2021 5m 35s

In 2011 "little kids in restaurants" was a controversial topic...sigh, we were so naive in 2011, weren't we? Come back for fresh slices on Mondays and Fridays!

Overcoming Gridiron Prejudice

Oct 22nd, 2021 5m 55s

There are many paths to manhood, one of my sons took the path through a football field. Come back Mondays and Fridays for a fresh slice! (And you can join me on Facebook, Twitter, or my website the rest of the week!)

Baseball: What's in it for me?

Oct 18th, 2021 6m 38s

Part one of two parental bleacher reports this week! Come back on Mondays and Fridays for fresh slices!

And the Whiner is...

Oct 15th, 2021 5m 52s

We hate the whine; no work gets done when a kid is whining...but we ALSO whine. Come back for a fresh slice on Mondays and Fridays! Visit me on Facebook, Twitter, or my website anytime!

Midwest: Lessons, Pride, and Strength

Oct 11th, 2021 5m 51s

I'm a transplant to the Midwest and, ten years after this originally ran, I'm still terrified of tornados. Come back for fresh slices on Mondays and Fridays!

Humble Pie and Tootsie Roll Casserole

Oct 8th, 2021 5m 3s

This could be the greatest time-saving bit of advice (other than not doing something) that I can ever impart. You're welcome? New episodes Mondays and Fridays, come visit me on Facebook, Twitter, or my website!

Better, But Broken

Oct 4th, 2021 6m 15s

About 600 words on depression. New episodes Monday and Friday Come hang out with me: Facebook Twitter My website

Sibling Rivalry Victory

Oct 1st, 2021 4m 56s

Sibling rivalry grows up...sorta? New episodes Monday and Friday! Join me on da socials! Facebook Twitter My website

Homework? Hold My Coffee

Sep 27th, 2021 5m 56s

I've learned a few things, painfully, over the years. This is one (arguably it's on the low pain side.) New episodes Monday and Friday Join me on the clicky places: Facebook Twitter My Website

Dear Diary, Time Travel Is So Cool!

Sep 24th, 2021 6m 13s

One of my favorite podcasts of all time, recreated. Kinda. Social media hang-out with me on: Facebook Twitter Or my website SusanVollenweider.com

When Introverts and Extroverts Mingle

Sep 20th, 2021 5m 47s

Once I figured out the difference between me and my introverted loved ones...life was better for both of us. New episodes on Mondays and Fridays!

Of Traditions and Birthdays

Sep 17th, 2021 7m 7s

Traditions, and cakes ... with a pinch of salt. I would love to hear your birthday traditions, join me on Twitter or Facebook to talk about them!

Back to School Lessons

Sep 13th, 2021 5m 30s

Life is a journey of learning experiences and parents get a huge lesson when our kids start school. Twitter Facebook SusanVollenweider.com

From Talker to Soft Talker to No Talker

Sep 10th, 2021 7m 15s

A weird illness left me speechless. Join me (on social media, not being speechless, that was kinda miserable.) Twitter: @MiddleSlicePod Facebook: SliceFromTheMiddlePodcast My Website: SusanVollenwweider.com Email: [email protected]

Bloom Where You're Planted

Sep 6th, 2021 5m 17s

Whether it's a place you want to be or one where life drops you...are you blooming? Join me on Twitter: @MiddleSlicePod Facebook: A Middle Slice Podcast My website: SusanVollenweider.com Via Email: [email protected]

Fighting for Exclusive Ownership of Pens and Mules

Sep 3rd, 2021 5m 50s

We all need our own stuff, right? An easy theory to understand, a tough one to apply. New episodes on Mondays and Fridays (for now, anyway) Join me on Twitter @middleslicepod or Facebook @Slicefromthemiddlepodcast For even more, visit SusanVo