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  • How Mayor Allan Branch Is Rebuilding the Spirit of Panama City

    How Mayor Allan Branch Is Rebuilding the Spirit of Panama City
    2025/12/22
    This week, I’m sitting down with someone whose life and leadership reflect one simple truth: the most meaningful relationships are the ones that see more in you than you see in yourself. Mayor Allan Branch is a walking example of that. Whether he’s building businesses, shaping downtown Panama City, or simply serving neighbors one small act at a time, Allan brings a spirit of intention, creativity, and heart into everything he touches.
    In this episode, we talk about growing up in a tight-knit family, learning to see potential in unexpected places, and why community leadership begins with paying attention to people. Allan shares how art, software, and public service all fit into his creative brain, and how the kindness he received growing up fuels the way he leads today. This conversation is a reminder that the soul of a city is built by people who care enough to imagine something better and work toward it every day.

    Follow Allan Branch: https://www.facebook.com/allan.branch1
    Follow Allan's Mayoral Career: https://www.panamacity.gov/directory.aspx?EID=260

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:20] Clearing Up Misconceptions
    [00:58] Family and Personal Background
    [01:35] Career Journey and Interests
    [04:27] Homeschooling and Community Involvement
    [09:54] Community Pride and Local Businesses
    [13:20] Non-Alcoholic Delights
    [13:35] Downtown Transformation
    [14:43] Community and Connection
    [15:49] Politics and Leadership
    [17:24] Building a Vibrant Downtown
    [22:58] Gratitude and Giving Back
    [25:50] Thank You, Sponsors

    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:
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    Can’t Hide Pretty
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    28 分
  • When Looking Back Helps You Move Forward

    When Looking Back Helps You Move Forward
    2025/12/15
    Sometimes I say, “Don’t look in the rearview mirror. That’s not where you’re going.” But today I’m sharing why looking back can be holy work. When we glance over our shoulder with an open heart, we remember just how far God has brought us and how much He can still do when we keep our hands open and ready to receive. In this episode, I talk about the seasons that shaped me: the years of working three jobs, the embarrassment I carried, the kindness that kept my lights on, and the moments when God used people to love me back to life. And now, standing in this beautiful building and walking in blessings I once prayed for, I’m reminded why gratitude is the fuel that moves us forward. If you’re in a hard season, I hope my stories remind you that you’ve made it through every hard day so far and you’ll make it through this one too. Look back only long enough to say, “Thank You,” then let faith lead you on.

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] Welcoming our newest sponsor: Buffalo Rock Pepsi
    [01:00] Why looking back can deepen gratitude
    [02:00] Letting go, letting God, and speaking to Impact 100
    [03:00] Learning to trust your voice even when fear shows up
    [04:00] Humbling jobs, old uniforms, and the embarrassment that shaped me
    [05:00] The moment I couldn’t afford power and prayed for a way forward
    [06:00] When community loved me through my hardest Christmas
    [07:00] Walking into blessings I once begged God for
    [08:00] Keeping your hands open so God can fill them
    [09:00] Reframing lack with “It’s not in my budget”
    [10:00] Using the past as proof that you can survive anything
    [11:00] Protecting your peace from negativity
    [12:00] Letting your story become someone else’s hope
    [13:00] Sponsor gratitude and reflecting on generosity
    [14:00] Art Pop Up details and supporting Backpack Blessings

    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!
    Buffalo Rock Pepsi
    Phone: (850) 763-8458
    https://www.buffalorock.com
    Amor Boutique
    https://amorboutiquepc.com
    Can’t Hide Pretty
    https://www.canthidepretty.com
    Jute & Palm
    https://www.juteandpalm.com
    Hue Salon & Boutique
    https://www.huesalonandboutique.com
    Minutes and Miles Chicken Legs Running Apparel
    https://minutesandmiles.com
    Lucky’s Pine Straw
    https://luckiespinestraw.com
    Holiday Beach Mechanical
    https://holidaybeachmechanical.com
    American Home Shield Warranty Chris Dickson
    Call: (850) 568-5142
    https://www.ahs.com
    Bay Tax Brian Yormack
    https://bay.tax
    Links & Resources:
    Backpack Blessings (local nonprofit supporting children with weekend food bags)
    https://www.backpackblessingspcb.com/
    Let’s Stay Connected!
    Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.
    Presented by ADF Media
    Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    15 分
  • Why Real Peace Starts With Letting Go with Erle Morring

    Why Real Peace Starts With Letting Go with Erle Morring
    2025/12/08
    As we continue this beautiful new season, I’m reminded once again how God sends the right people at the right time often before we even know we need them. Today, I sit down with my friend Erle Morring, who has brought fresh joy, renewed energy, and a whole lot of heart into our world at Beachy Beach and Premier Property Group.In this conversation, we talk about the slow, steady unfolding of life, the lessons real estate has taught us, and how peace finds us when we pause long enough to let it in. Erle shares stories from his Alabama roots, the winding path that led him to leadership, and the deep love he carries for people, boating, gratitude, and those spirited little dachshunds of his.We also talk about the power of letting go, how forgiveness clears the way for new blessings, and why mind, body, and spirit aren’t meant to grow separately they strengthen one another. This episode is a reminder that when we stay open, God brings the most unexpected and lovely people into our lives… and life gets sweeter than we ever imagined.Episode Highlights:[02:00] Erle’s Alabama roots and 30-year chapter in Birmingham[04:00] How flipping houses led to a real estate career[05:00] Why the Emerald Coast felt like “second gear” and home[08:00] The joy of helping agents and clients find their place[09:00] Karen’s mission field and gifts beyond real estate[10:00] Childhood dreams: journalism, politics, and God’s redirection[12:00] The incredible culture at Beachy Beach and PPG[14:00] Childhood beach memories and why the water heals[16:00] Daily rituals: gratitude, prayer, and keeping your side clean[19:00] Letting go, forgiveness, and making room for new blessings[22:00] “Put a comma in it”: learning to pause and breathe[23:00] Going big, playing small, and the seasons that shape us[25:00] Gratitude lists and the gift of being on someone’s heartSpecial Thanks to Our SponsorsCan’t Hide Pretty https://www.canthidepretty.comJute & Palm https://www.juteandpalm.comMinutes and Miles – Chicken Legs Running Apparel https://minutesandmiles.comHue Salon & Boutique https://huesalonandboutique.comShore House Furniture https://shorehousefurniture.comHoliday Beach Mechanical https://holidaybeachmechanical.comAmor Boutique https://amorboutiquepc.comAmerican Home Shield Warranty – Chris DicksonCall: (850) 568-5142 https://www.ahs.comLending Hand Mortgage – Kevin Kenerson https://lendinghandmortgage.comBay Tax – Brian Yormack https://bay.taxLucky’s Pine Straw https://luckiespinestraw.comLet’s Stay ConnectedFollow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.🎙 Presented by ADF MediaBe sweet, y’all! 💛
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    27 分
  • Rewrite Your Life With Blank Pages and New Pens

    Rewrite Your Life With Blank Pages and New Pens
    2025/12/01
    As we step into Season 7 together, I’m reminded that every new chapter starts with courage, curiosity, and a willingness to believe that something good is on its way. Today, I’m sharing a little preview of what’s ahead: the stories that shaped me, the lessons God keeps sending, and the small steps that can lead to the biggest changes.I talk about the kindness I felt from the Bay Point Women’s Club, the tenderness of the holidays, and why reinvention begins when we decide to change what we can. I also share the joy of discovering poet Joy Sullivan and the reminder that, like those fearless leaping squirrels, we grow by taking one small leap at a time. This season, we’re embracing the blank page with a brand new pen ready to write the life we want with intention, hope, and faith.Episode Highlights:[02:00] Speaking at the Bay Point Women’s Club[03:00] Kindness that builds confidence[04:00] Why the holidays are tender for so many[05:00] Reinvention and the serenity of change[06:00] How taking care of the body affects the spirit[07:00] Discovering poet Joy Sullivan[08:00] What leaping squirrels teach us about courage[09:00] Life as a blank page with a brand new pen[10:00] Welcoming new Season 7 sponsors[11:00] Beachy & Bright Art Market details[13:00] Supporting Backpack Blessings[14:00] Season 7 affirmationSpecial Thanks to Our SponsorsCan’t Hide Pretty: https://www.canthidepretty.comJute & Palm: https://www.juteandpalm.comMinutes and Miles: https://minutesandmiles.comHue Salon & Boutique: https://huesalonandboutique.comShore House Furniture: https://shorehousefurniture.comHoliday Beach Mechanical: https://holidaybeachmechanical.comAmor Boutiquehttps://amorboutiquepc.comAmerican Home Shield Warranty – Chris DicksonCall: (850) 568-5142 www.ahs.com Lending Hand Mortgage – Kevin Kenerson https://lendinghandmortgage.comBay Tax – Brian Yormack:https://bay.taxLucky’s Pine Straw: https://luckiespinestraw.comResources Mentioned:Instructions for Traveling West – Joy Sullivanhttps://www.dailygood.org/story/3117/instructions-for-traveling-west-joy-sullivanBackpack Blessings (local nonprofit supporting children with weekend food bags) https://www.backpackblessingspcb.com/Beachy & Bright Art Market & Party: https://www.facebook.com/events/1146617640893982Let’s Stay Connected!Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.
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    16 分
  • From Fear To Faith With A Pen

    From Fear To Faith With A Pen
    2025/11/24

    Every once in a while, life hands us a moment that stops us right in our tracks. This encore episode captures one of those moments for me. When I found out my carotid arteries were blocked, fear moved in fast but so did God’s grace. And the very thing that helped me move from panic back into peace was something I’ve leaned on for years: writing it down.

    I share how putting my prayers, gratitudes, fears, and hopes on paper has become the cheapest and most powerful medicine in my life. When I give those thoughts a place to land, they stop taking up so much space in my heart. That’s when God can come in with clarity and calm. I talk about how COVID changed the way I see my health, the shifts I’m making now, and why taking care of ourselves is one of the most loving things we can do.

    If you’ve ever been scared of a diagnosis, overwhelmed by your thoughts, or unsure where to turn I want you to feel held and safe in this moment. You are not alone, and there is so much hope waiting for you.
    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] A sweet encounter in the checkout line that reminded me how connected we all are
    [01:00] The honest reality of keeping Happy Ass Life going and wanting to sustain the mission
    [01:45] The health news that shook me awake
    [02:30] How COVID shifted my attention to my body in a whole new way
    [03:00] Hearing the words “blocked carotid arteries” and letting myself feel it
    [03:45] Why avoiding checkups is one of the biggest ways we cheat ourselves
    [04:15] How journaling, affirmations, and daily writing keep me grounded
    [04:45] Today’s affirmation: “Ink is the cheapest of medicines.”
    [05:00] How writing helps me release fear and invite in God’s healing grace
    [05:45] My belief that I’m equipped to help the person I used to be
    [06:30] Words of encouragement for anyone afraid or overwhelmed
    [07:00] My journey into non-toxic living and supporting my heart health
    [08:00] The small steps I’m taking moving forward
    [08:30] An open invitation for listeners to share their own stories and wisdom

    Let’s Stay Connected!
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    Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    9 分
  • Transform with Forgiveness

    Transform with Forgiveness
    2025/11/17
    Have you ever wondered what truly changes when you choose to forgive? In this encore episode, I invite you into my own journey of transformation through forgiveness. I’ll share how letting go of past hurts opened the door to growth and healing for me. This encore isn’t just a recap of our Season 6 conversation—it’s my personal reminder that forgiveness is a powerful tool for transforming our lives.
    Episode Highlights:
    [00:00] Thank you for waking up with Happy Ass and an introduction to forgiveness and daily rituals
    [01:00] Journaling habits and a eureka moment from reading “40 Days of Prayer” and planning an affirmation journal
    [02:00] Robin Sharma’s morning questions: what am I grateful for, where am I winning, and what will I let go of
    [03:00] Celebrating a small win—resisting the temptation of donuts and focusing on self-discipline
    [04:00] The importance of forgiveness: letting go of past
    [05:00] Recap of the three journaling questions and encouragement to practice them in your morning ritual
    Stay Tuned:
    Season 7 will begin on December 1, 2025, with new episodes releasing every Monday. We’re excited to share fresh stories, insights, and inspiring conversations with you.
    Keep In Touch:
    Please review and rate the podcast on your preferred platform — your feedback helps others discover the show and keeps us inspired! Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook for updates and behind-the-scenes content.
    Presented by ADF Media
    Be sweet, y’all!
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    9 分
  • 5 Truths That Made This My Best Season Yet

    5 Truths That Made This My Best Season Yet
    2025/11/10
    As this season of My Happy Ass Life comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to pause, reflect, and say thank you from the bottom of my heart. What began as a five-minute live stream during COVID has blossomed into a full podcast family of joy, faith, and growth. Together, we’ve laughed, cried, and leaned on God’s grace to keep going.Today, I look back on where it all began, the lessons I’ve learned along the way, and the people who’ve made this journey possible. I share the importance of morning routines, the power of affirmations, and why controlling your inner world matters more than anything outside of it. Most of all, I express deep gratitude to God, my family, my team, our incredible sponsors, and you.Here’s to ending this season with gratitude and stepping into the next with faith, joy, and purpose.

    Episode Highlights:
    [01:00] How My Happy Ass Life began during COVID
    [03:00] Reflecting on sponsors who make it all possible
    [06:00] The power of a morning routine and gratitude
    [08:00] How the “SAVERS” method changes everything
    [10:00] Why happiness starts on the inside
    [13:00] Focusing on what you can control
    [15:00] Turning pain into purpose
    [17:00] Honoring the team behind the scenes
    [19:00] A message of love, faith, and thanks

    Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
    🌾 Lucky’s Pine Straw – luckiespinestraw.com
    ✂️ Hue Salon – huesalonandboutique.com
    👗 Amor Boutique – amorboutiquepc.com
    🔥 Holiday Beach Mechanical – holidaybeachmechanical.com
    🏠 American Home Shield Warranty – Chris Dickson, 850-568-5142
    🏡 Beachy Beach Real Estate – (850) 233-4351
    💛 Bay Tax – team@bay.tax | (720) 310-0084
    👟 Chicken Legs Running Apparel – minutesandmiles.com
    🏦 Lending Hand Mortgage – Kevin Kenerson
    🎙 Presented by ADF Media
    Let’s Stay Connected!
    Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    24 分
  • Amazing Grace In The Darkest Hour Part 2 With Sheldon Jernigan

    Amazing Grace In The Darkest Hour Part 2 With Sheldon Jernigan
    2025/11/03
    This one’s close to my heart. In part two of my conversation with my son, Sheldon, we talk about what recovery really looks like, the hard days, the small victories, and the faith that keeps us both going. We open Hugh’s Big Book, the one my late husband studied every morning, and reflect on what it means to live one day at a time with God at the center.Sheldon shares his journey from relapse to renewal, the dangers of gas-station drugs, and how gratitude and grace pulled him through when nothing else worked. We talk about surrender, service, and how miracles still happen even in the mess.
    Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of addiction, overdose, withdrawal, suicidal thoughts, and loss. Listener discretion is advised.
    Episode Highlights:
    [1:00] Lessons from Hugh’s Big Book and living one day at a time
    [4:00] Sheldon’s turning point and the meaning of daily reprieve
    [9:00] The grip of addiction and learning to let go
    [13:00] The danger of gas-station drugs and Kratom
    [18:00] My breaking point and surrendering to God
    [27:00] Finding faith again after relapse
    [33:00] Gratitude as the secret to staying sober
    [39:00] Hope for anyone still fighting the battle

    Special Thanks to Our Season 6 Sponsors:
    🏡 Lending Hand Mortgage — Heart-led lending with purpose
    Kevin Kenerson | (615) 390-7534 | www.lhmtg.com
    🌬 Holiday Beach Mechanical —trusted local HVAC services
    Holiday Beach Mechanical
    🎽 Minutes & Miles — Outfitting me in all my “chicken leg” outfits
    minutesandmiles.com
    💇‍♀️ Hue Salon: huesalonandboutique.com
    👗 Amor Boutique: amorboutiquepc.com
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    Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.Be sweet, y’all! 💛
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    42 分