In this episode of Standing Reservations, Becky and Brad talk about the hardest dates on the calendar. With Kent’s birthday on July 6, Becky reflects on the mixed feelings she feels on special days like this and shares her ritual to commemorate her late-husband on their anniversary. Brad talks about the build up he feels during the “six weeks of hell” – February 20 to March 28 – when birthdays, anniversaries and other monumental dates happen consecutively. He also reminds us that grief appears differently for everyone and that it’s important to find your moments.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:13] Intro

[00:43] Dusty Goose vs. Absolut

[03:23] Behind the podcast’s theme music

[05:20] Our friends of Standing Reservations

[08:00] Special days are hard

[16:21] Anniversary rituals

[21:17] Grief looks different for everyone

[26:15] We’re not looking to get over this pain

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Credits:

Hosts: Becky Bontreger & Brad Priest

Theme Music: Ron Miller, David Bohn, & Becky Bontreger

Producer: Seth Creekmore (Liminal Podcasts)

Videographer: Trenton Jones (Glowfire Creative)

Friends of the Show: Jess West & Tom & Dana Pletcher