Episode 23: Kriser Sibling 13 - Sabrina Arave

On the 13 Beginnings podcast, hosts interview Aunt Sabrina (13th sibling) and Uncle Jordan. Sabrina recalls growing up on the Bonifay farm, closeness with brothers, and later memories with all siblings; she attended Rick’s College/BYU–Idaho, missed a nursing school acceptance by not confirming, studied at UVU, and finished a family major at BYU. Jordan served a mission in Edmonton, studied at UVU and the University of Utah, later earned a master’s in financial planning at the University of Georgia, and works in private wealth management. They describe meeting through roommates, dating quickly, a hike proposal with a fake ring, and marrying in Salt Lake City with all siblings present; they have five children (Luke, Olivia, Paisley, Eden, Cruz). Sabrina shares farm memories (no central heat/air, parents’ routines, visits to relatives) and receives tributes from siblings highlighting her sweetness, empathy, and a childhood dump-truck accident she survived. Her chosen topic, “enjoying the journey,” reflects learning from hard changes, leaving the church after research and questions, focusing on love over checklists, parenting with grace, gratitude, and prioritizing relationships.