Episode Summary

In this episode, we talk about the kind of advice we would give our younger selves about motherhood, marriage, faith, work, and everything in between.

We start the conversation honestly, coming off one of those days where patience was thin, emotions were high, and grace felt harder to find. From there, we reflect on what we have learned over the years. We talk about how comparison steals joy, why asking for help matters, and how much of life works out when we stop trying to control every timeline.

In this episode we cover:

• Advice for new moms and younger versions of ourselves
• Letting go of comparison in relationships and life stages
• Career paths, hard seasons, and trusting God’s timing
• How faith grows through community and conversation
• The freedom that comes with getting older and caring less about what people think

Our Bible verse for this episode comes from James 1:19–22, reminding us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, and to actually live out what we hear.

If you have ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or just a little grumpy, this one is for you.

This week on 27 Good, we are celebrating birthdays. Ours happen to be one day apart, which feels very on brand for us!

We talk about why birthdays have always mattered to us, how our perspectives have shifted through different seasons of life, and the simple things that now make celebrations feel meaningful. From birthday dinners and cupcakes to favorite memories from childhood and surprises that still make us tear up.

We also reflect on friendship, feeling seen, and the unexpected gift of hearing how this podcast has shown up in other people’s lives. Reading listener messages was one of the most meaningful moments we have had so far.

We close the episode with a Bible verse that feels especially fitting during birthday week and a simple prayer of gratitude for another year.

Bible verse shared:
Psalm 90:12
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”

Episode 8 Summary

In this episode of 27 Good, Patty and Amy revisit the Enneagram and talk through why it continues to be such a helpful tool in understanding ourselves and the people around us.

They begin with Psalm 139:14 and ground the conversation in the truth that our identity comes from being fearfully and wonderfully made by God, not from a personality number. From there, they walk through all nine Enneagram types, explaining core desires, core fears, wings, and how each type tends to show up in stress and in growth.

Rather than treating the Enneagram as a label or excuse, they talk about using it as a mirror. Why do we react the way we do? What drives our decisions? How can awareness lead to more grace, healthier relationships, and personal growth?

The conversation includes real-life examples from marriage, parenting, friendships, and work, especially how knowing someone’s type can help us love them better instead of misreading their intentions.

This episode is a practical, faith-rooted look at the Enneagram as a tool for insight, not identity, and an invitation to grow toward healthier versions of ourselves.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• Enneagram Personality Test (Truity):
  https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test
  
  
• Enneagram Institute (deeper descriptions and type theory):
  https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
  
  
• Bible verse referenced:
  Psalm 139:14

In this episode of 27 Good, Patty and Amy talk about faithfulness in the everyday moments that make up real life.

They start with Colossians 3:23 and reflect on what it looks like to work with heart and intention, whether that is at a job, at home, or in the quiet tasks no one sees. From snow days and date nights to library trips and household logistics, they share honest stories about managing life well without striving for perfection.

A big part of this conversation centers on meals and rhythms at home. Patty shares how she plans and prepares food during busy seasons, especially with sports schedules, and why she is committed to feeding her family at home instead of relying on fast food. The discussion covers practical ideas like early dinners, leftovers with intention, planning ahead for game nights, and deciding in advance what your family values.

They also talk about adulthood responsibilities like wills, power of attorney, and why preparing well is one of the most loving things you can do for your family.

This episode is a reminder that faithfulness is not flashy. It shows up in small choices, thoughtful preparation, and doing what is in front of you with care.

Episode Summary

January in the Midwest can feel long, dark, and heavy, so in this episode of 27 Good, Patty and Amy slow things down and talk about what they’re intentionally bringing with them into the new year.

From Friday night family pizza and movie traditions to discovering joy in podcasts, walking, reading, and simply being present, this conversation is about choosing what gives life instead of constantly chasing what’s next.

They share practical, relatable habits like weighted vests, walking pads, clothing rentals, monthly date nights, and letting go of the pressure to make every moment “special.”

The episode closes with a reflection on Luke 11:33, a reminder that light isn’t meant to be hidden. Loving people well, showing up as you are, and choosing peace in ordinary moments is often how faith shines brightest.

If the start of the year feels slow, messy, or uncertain, this episode is a reminder that goodness doesn’t have to be loud to be real.

Scripture referenced:
Luke 11:33

Episode Summary

In this episode of 27 Good, Amy and Patty sit with the weight of a heavy week. What began as a new-year conversation shifts into honest reflection after a tragic loss in their community.

They talk about navigating grief as parents, teachers, and friends, how children process loss differently than adults, and what it looks like to keep faith when answers feel out of reach. Through stories of community support, scripture, and quiet presence, they reflect on how God shows up not by fixing the pain, but by being near in it.

This episode is a reminder that goodness can still be found, even in the valley, and that sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is simply sit, love, and stay.

Referenced scripture:
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18

If you feel led to support the family during this time, the following links are available:

• GoFundMe:
  https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-the-poore-family-after-tragic-loss
  
  
• Meal Train:
  https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/w4g771
  
  

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Bible Reading Tracker referenced by Patty:
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6XJ4RCR
• Bible in a year plan:
  https://www.thebiblerecap.com/
  
  
• Bible app used for daily reading and plans:
  https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Episode Summary

In Episode 4 of 27 Good Podcast, Patty and Amy kick off the new year anchored in Galatians 6:9, which says, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” This verse sets the tone for an honest conversation about weariness, faithfulness, and continuing to show up when life feels heavy and progress feels slow.

They reflect on the realities of caregiving, motherhood, marriage, and emotional exhaustion, and why not every year is meant for thriving. Some seasons are about endurance. The conversation moves into gentle reflections on goals, choosing a word for the year, and why discipline does not have to feel harsh or restrictive. Instead, it can be an act of grace, stewardship, and freedom.

This episode is not about pressure or perfection. It is a reminder that God sees the quiet faithfulness, that growth is happening even when it is unseen, and that the harvest comes in time when we do not give up.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Starting the year with Galatians 6:9 and why it feels timely
• Why doing good can feel exhausting, especially when it goes unnoticed
• Survival seasons versus thriving seasons and why both matter
• Caregiving, motherhood, and carrying hard things quietly
• Reflecting honestly on 2025 and what it required
• Choosing a word for the year
• Discipline as freedom, not punishment
• Marriage, self-control, and the tone we set in our homes
• Stewardship, generosity, and being realistic with goals
• Letting go of rigid resolutions and embracing grace-filled intention

Key takeaway:

Do not quit in the middle of faithfulness. Keep showing up. Growth is happening, even when it feels slow.

Episode summary

In Episode 3 of 27 Good Podcast, Patty and Amy record just days before Christmas and reflect on what this season really looks like in real life. Sick kids, canceled plans, rage cleaning, quiet coffee runs, and the pressure to “do it all” collide with a reminder they both needed to hear. Christmas is cumulative.

This episode is a permission slip to lower expectations, release the checklist, and focus on what actually matters. They talk about Christmas break rhythms, finding small pockets of rest, and remembering that God is with us right in the middle of the chaos.

The conversation closes with a simple hope for the season. Be present. Enjoy the people in front of you. Let go of perfection. Look for the good.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Recording during Christmas break and embracing slower rhythms
• Sick kids and plans that do not go the way you imagined
• Why Christmas does not have to look the same every year
• The idea that Christmas memories are built over time, not in one season
• Letting go of the pressure to do every tradition
• Finding God in the middle of the mess, not just the quiet moments
• Advent, Emmanuel, and what “God with us” really means
• Choosing presence over productivity during the holidays

Key takeaway

You do not have to do everything for Christmas to be meaningful. Christmas is cumulative. Be present. Let go. Look for the good.