In this episode, I wrap up the inaugural season of the ONION Peel by describing what full restoration looks like. I share how praying bolding ushers in the reconstruction and renewal of your life. Happy Holidays! See you in January!Prayer In:-

The Man On the Street

Nov 2nd, 2020 30m 22s

In this episode, I talk about how seeing a man on the street helped me to let go of pain and find peace in surrendering. I learned that real strength comes from knowing when to surrender.Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. F

The In-Between

Oct 19th, 2020 27m 20s

In this episode, I discovered the best way to live in transition - the place where one door is closing and another is opening. I share how to emotionally and mentally navigate this middle space that requires us to live in both the present and

The Purge

Oct 5th, 2020 35m 8s

In this episode, I discuss the difficulty of having to sell all of my personal "stuff" in order to make financial ends meet. I share the self discovery of my personal value being unhealthily attached to the "things" that I owned and how having

The Wedding Crasher

Sep 21st, 2020 40m 45s

In this episode, I share the difficult time I encountered at my brother's wedding and how hope nearly crushed me. I discuss tips for managing those situations where other people's happiness, although unintentional, cause us pain. Tips On Managi

Blocking The Punch

Sep 7th, 2020 31m 35s

In this episode, I discuss the importance of establishing boundaries when protecting your future. I share how I had to make a decision to either chose me or someone else's fear for me.1) Allow Yourself To Matter2) Be Aware Of What You Are Feeli

Results May Vary

Aug 24th, 2020 27m 38s

In this episode, I discover that the purpose of my dream wasn't what I thought and that, in the end, it had a much greater significance....one that I could have never imagined. That's the thing about daring to dream...results may vary.Third Seg

I Saw The Sign

Aug 10th, 2020 38m 19s

In this episode, I leap into my dream to discover that I am not alone. My parachute had been given to me before I even jumped and I didn't know it until I saw the signs...and oh, did I see the signs👀Second Segment of The Series: The Great Unkn

Permission To Dream, Please

Jul 26th, 2020 41m 25s

In this episode, I discuss the impact of fear and it's desire to keep me "safe". I give practical steps to re-engaging in life after loss, disillusionment, or major change; when moving from a survival mindset to a being alive mindset.1) Assess

She'll Be Comin' Round The Mountain

Jun 29th, 2020 58m 9s

Today, on the Seven Year Anniversary of Don's Death, I share the momentous journey to the top of Mt. Mitchell where we marked the One Year Anniversary of his death. It was a day that will go down in infamy, as we nearly escaped with our lives.

Fickle In My Pickle

Jun 15th, 2020 31m 49s

In this episode, I share a journal entry from my wedding anniversary and how it illustrates the ups and downs of emotional grief. Feelings are fickle which is why it becomes even more critical that we hold on to our dreams and chose hope as our

Going Back To Grab My Bags

Jun 1st, 2020 29m

In this episode, I talk about how NEW pain in your life can open the door to OLD pain in your life and what to do about it; that a greater awareness and understanding of your pain is the key to finding peace. I also share how I learned to recog

Finding A New Dealer

May 18th, 2020 31m

In this episode, I release my hate and anger into the universe. I have the confrontation of a life time and give the big F.U. to the Big J.C. What I got in return, continues to rock my world to this day and has changed how I view love. Referenc

A Daughter's Diary

May 4th, 2020 43m 54s

In this episode, my daughter, Maryn, shares her story of her dad's death and what life has been like without him. She talks about navigating her pain as a young person and where she has turned for comfort. Her insights are beyond her years and

Drop Kicked By Times Square

Apr 20th, 2020 27m 7s

In this episode, I share my first New Year's Eve being alone. The night of all nights, that drips in HOPE, but not for me. All I wanted to do was drop kick the ball in Times Square. It was a night that I barely squeaked through. But in the end,

With Sprinkles On Top

Apr 5th, 2020 33m 46s

From a cave, to a cliff, to a concert of courage, this episode is filled with an explosion of hope. I share an adventure that we had on our first Christmas without Don and the laughter that came along with it. What an incredible day it was!Supp

Sitting In Vomit: An Expose' On Self Hatred

Mar 22nd, 2020 29m 45s

In this episode, we talk about the ease of hating ourselves and how quickly we grow to accept what others think about us. We also discuss the difficulty of letting go of the blame when our loved one takes their own life. It is NOT our fault. If

Good Grief!

Mar 10th, 2020 37m 6s

In this episode, we talk about the many faces of grief. We discuss how grief isn't just associated with death and that it truly has beauty in it. Grief can actually be good. Support the show

Throat Punching Shame

Mar 1st, 2020 29m 50s

In this episode, I tell shame to take a hike. I was not going to live under suicide's umbrella. Then, just when I stand strong in my conviction, a monster sized gift of hope comes along, completely out of the great blue yonder!Support the show

Dancing With A Dead Man

Feb 20th, 2020 31m 36s

Today we discover that thankfulness can bring us to hope and that sometimes a pretty package arrives just when our days seem their darkest.Support the show

Wait. What? That's Where You Found Hope?

Jan 31st, 2020 31m 8s

In this show, I share what I did to find hope in the most unlikely of places; but in my experience, that's where hope usually is....in the opposite place that you think it would be!Support the show

Pie Day!

Jan 26th, 2020 32m 23s

In today's episode I share who my husband was and how his beauty lead him to ashes. I talk about how our value can become vulnerable and the importance of love. Pie Day is this week - Eat Pie! https://www.theonionpeel.com/post/thank-youSupport