8. Life's Unpredictable Journey: Our Story

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what our four-legged friends can safely snack on? We kick things off with a quirky tale of my pooch, Winston, and his first encounter with a pickle, spiraling into a chat about canine-friendly foods. But it's not all tail wags and treats; we also tackle some hairier topics, like the question of fairness in traffic law enforcement, shared through a few of my own run-ins with the boys in blue. Swapping out spark plugs for battery packs, I share my journey of trading a cherished gas-powered chainsaw for its modern electric counterpart, a tale that's sure to resonate with anyone who's ever been dragged, kicking and screaming, into the current decade.Squinting at the sun might not sound like a smart move, but when it comes to chasing solar eclipses, sometimes you've just got to roll with the punches—even with dilated eyes! Join us as we recount the hilarity of celestial sightseeing post-optometrist visit and share a shuddering recollection of a gas explosion that rocked our community. We connect these personal anecdotes to the broader tapestry of natural disasters, musing on their power to leave indelible marks on both our psyches and the landscape, from the quiet of Connecticut to the tremors that once shook the Golden Gate.From the giddy nerves of a blind date to a love story spanning over a quarter-century, we unfold the chapters of a relationship that's weathered life's storms together. It's an honest look at the transformative power of faith in the face of addiction, and how embracing change brought new beginnings. And, for a bit of fun amidst the profound, we can't help but chuckle over our son's shoe obsession, proving that love comes in many forms—including for a well-kept pair of Jordans. So, grab your headphones, and join us for laughs, reflections, and a smidge of yearning for more banter from my co-host, as we share these slices of life with you.-find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod-follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe-look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1-subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at [email protected] every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ-Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link.https://linktr.ee/Manda772