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We Were Just Thinking

by Melana and Shealin

Melana and Shealin live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville. They feel passionate about; education, learning, health, travel, pets, and WAY too many other awesome topics to list here. Both are educators striving to improve education by teaching the whole child, keeping current, avoiding the drama, and maintaining high expectations in general. They hope this podcast will encourage people to be their best, keep it simple, and find joy in life. Small goals, people.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 20: 2019 Finale

    Wrapping it up with more of our normal chatter and musings except with a bow! Happy holidays, see ya next year!

  2. Episode 19: Cafe's, good buys, new stuff, more book, the gram, and good deeds.

    Our episode titles speak for themselves 😁. Poaeng chair SC Teacher done had enough

  3. Episode 18: Shams, collapsibles, more books, trying new things, holidays, and rest yourself.

    Big 'ol rant abut expectations, new collapsibles that are eco friendly and non-toxic, great books to read when you are trapped by family or just looking for a good read, thankfulness moment given the season, ways to get your news without watching the news, trying new stuff, and getting some rest....

  4. Episode 17: The wrong kind of invite, a different focus on inclusion, boundaries, beliefs, Billie!

    This one is DEEP y'all! We got on a tangent that worked out great for us and we hope you'll be open minded and willing to be open to the presented perspective and also share with us on whichever platform your thoughts, reflections, input. Thanks for listening! Also check out Billie! (Not a…

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  5. Episode 16: Stay home, essential oil cleaning, fall weather, toxic environments, silence is powerful

    We chat about a lot today...tried shampoo bars? Love fall weather? Try to clean with less toxic cleaners? Silence is powerful if you don't have anything valuable to share. Please stay home when you're sick. We appreciate you.

  6. Episode 14: Excuses, honesty, anxiety, good friends, budgeting, garland, and rest yourself.

    No recommendations this week! Whhhaaaa?? We just through out some topics we were feeling. We're sure you'll dig them too. Thanks for listening!

  7. Episode 13: Fall, running, music, French press, litterbugs, and things you don't have to do.

    Our 13th episode about a few different topics that were on our minds. Check out details in the notes below. French Press Video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltR8VC09rOc Contemplative at Home with Lissy Clarke: http://contemplativeathome.com/author/lissywp/French Press Video :...

  8. Episode 12: Money, rejection, trying again, being nice, and awesome podcasts

    Squirmy and Grubs on youtube and Instagram Erin Condren planners https://www.ellevest.com - Instagram and website about finances! https://www.dinner-mom.com/spaghetti-squash-alfredo-recipe/ - YUM! https://shows.pippa.io/job-seekers-podcast/episodes/listen-to-this-when-you-feel-rejected - because…

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  9. Episode 11: Anxiety, walk before you run, more TV picks.

    This part coming when I get to the airport!

  10. Episode 10: Days fly by, books, meals, and guilty pleasure TV.

    So much goodness in this one! we got to catch up and talk about some stuff we love with a little ranting too of course 😉. The links did something weird this week or I did something weird to them (obviously not :)) so worst case you will have to copy and paste (the horror!) Enjoy!...

  11. Episode 9: Drive nicely, get some sun, Ghosted, water, and be present

    The Proposal by Jasmine Guillory When Life Gives You Lululemons by Laura Weisberger Ghosted by Rosie Walsh Sea to Summit X-Large Plate/bowl with lid from REI The Next Right Thing Podcast

  12. Episode: 8: Phones, take it outside, Betas, helping, and thanks

    Dead to Me- New series on Netflix.com CHECK IT OUT! Be prepared to binge :) Outdoor exercise Ways to spice up your relaxing bath routine or how to start one - life changing!

  13. Episode 7: Tired, lazy, less, and movies

    Birch Box Article Schitt’s Creek Twitter Booksmart Trailer

  14. Episode 6: Tap the brakes, BYOS, scampi, and use your manners

    We covered a lot of topics today. Ultimately......Tap the brakes on this thing called life, BYOS (bring your own stuff instead of using consumables), try this scampi recipe, and use your manners people. Notes: Business Insider article showing Silicon Valley execs are choosing low-tech life for...

  15. Episode 5: Rest, love letters and Netflix

    moreloveletters.com - love letters that change lives without the need for romance. Everything you need or want to "planner" well

  16. Episode 4: Take a break cheesecake

    Vacation day research article - Take a vacation. This is sad. Keto Mini Cheesecake -Try this recipe. Double the ingredients to make a double batch, you WILL be sad when they are gone. Why Smart People Hurt Overview by Eric Maisel - Explains a lot about the brain and feelings for those who are not...

  17. Episode 3: Rushing, Accountability, and Earth

    Links to the things we discussed. Let us know how the sound was; we are working to equal out our volume. RenPhoscale on Amazon Carb Manager FitBit Alta HR Nuyu Smart Scale at Walmart Teaching Numeracy Book Perfectionism Detox Book Google Fit App for Android Brene Brown’s The Power of…

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  18. Episode 2: Intuition

    Welcome! These are some of the things we discuss on today's episode! Fizzifoliant- https://eminenceorganics.com/us, Fat bomb recipe from Chocolate Covered Katie- https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2018/07/23/fat-bombs-recipe-keto/, Present Over Perfect book by Shauna Niequist, The Art of Charm...

  19. The Pilot

    Introductions, segment flow, what we're into and why we're here. Thanks for listening! Kale Salad recipe: 1 bunch of kale (de-stemmed) and processed well with about two tbsp or olive or avocado oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 C pumpkin seeds, 1 C black currants, Mix well, Enjoy! Discussed on the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Melana and Shealin live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville. They feel passionate about; education, learning, health, travel, pets, and WAY too many other awesome topics to list here. Both are educators striving to improve education by teaching the whole child, keeping current, avoiding the drama, and maintaining high expectations in general. They hope this podcast will encourage people to be their best, keep it simple, and find joy in life. Small goals, people.

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How many episodes does We Were Just Thinking have?

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Melana and Shealin live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville. They feel passionate about; education, learning, health, travel, pets, and WAY too many other awesome topics to list here. Both are educators striving to improve education by teaching the whole child, keeping current, avoiding the...

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