Memories of small-town storms, late-night train whistles, and the warnings of my Big Daddy—who always said if you hear a train in the black of night, there’s probably a tornado nearby. A story about storms, family, and the lessons we carry with us.

From riding in truck beds to drinking from the water hose and disappearing until the porch light came on, this episode is a funny look back at the things small town kids survived growing up — and somehow lived to tell about.

Growing up in a small town came with its own unspoken rules and shared experiences — from waving at every passing car to everyone knowing your business before you got home. A nostalgic look at the little things only small town kids truly understand.

Some friendships are more than friends — they’re family. This episode is about the soul-deep bonds that lift us up, walk with us through hard seasons, and remind us we’re never alone.

Sometimes friendships fade without answers. In this episode, I reflect on extending an olive branch, learning from past mistakes, and choosing growth, grace, and peace over holding onto the past.

A story about healing, growth, and finding calm after life’s hardest seasons. If you’ve ever searched for peace and finally felt it settle in… this episode is for you. ❤️🐾

Sometimes the wrong love teaches us the right lessons. In this episode of Back Roads & Barking Dogs, Kat shares a personal story about loving the wrong man, the roads that led to heartbreak, and how those experiences ultimately revealed what real love — and self-worth — should feel like. 🌾🤍🐾