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Send us Fan MailReinvention sounds exciting until you ask the quiet question underneath it: can I actually afford the life I want to build? Career pivots, empty nests, second acts, and starting over after surprises all get harder when your finances stay fuzzy. The episode centers on financial clarity as a skill, not a wealth level, and argues that confidence comes from knowing what your money is for, what season you are in, and what trade-offs you are willing to make. That clarity turns money from background noise into a usable tool, especially during major life transitions where uncertainty tends to spike.In this episode we sit down with Wealth Management Advisor, Todd Tauzin of Tauzin Wealth Management to talk about financial clarity, not stock predictions. Todd breaks down why a simple, connected financial plan matters more than reacting to headlines, and how “guardrails” can keep market volatility, inflation, and world events from driving your day-to-day decisions. We dig into the red zone before retirement, the two big risks people hate most once paychecks stop, and how retirement planning is really about freedom to choose, not a date on the calendar.We also talk candidly about why many women still feel less confident around long-term financial planning even while controlling more household financial decisions than ever. Todd shares what clients are really asking for: to be heard, to avoid jargon, and to build a plan based on their goals rather than a product pitch. We cover longevity risk, the emotional weight money carries, long-term care realities, and the basics that still work like paying yourself first, living within your means, and building habits that survive modern spending traps.If you want a calmer relationship with money and a clearer path to your next season, this one is for you. Subscribe, share with a friend navigating a transition, and leave a review, what would “freedom” look like in your life?To connect with Todd Tauzin and Tauzin Wealth Management, start here: https://www.tauzinwealthmanagement.com/Social media Links to Tauzin Wealth Management:  Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tauzinwealthmanagementLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tauzin-wealth-management/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tauzinwealthmanagement 🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailNeon green glow, matching dresses we didn’t plan, and a boutique full of character set the stage for a conversation about real change. We’re standing in a season where time feels precious, and that urgency is shaping every choice—what we keep, what we release, and how we move with more care and less noise. We look back on eight months of creating this show while remaking our lives: daughters heading to college, careers evolving, identities expanding beyond a job title. From the Green Butterfly, we explain why space matters—how a vivid room can spark bolder thinking—and why we chose the lunar new year to reset. We talk openly about speaking intentions out loud to create accountability, because action makes clarity, not the other way around. That means saying no to obligations that drain us and yes to rest that actually restores us. Health and longevity take center stage. We share how tracking sleep reframed our days, and how one of us swapped high-intensity workouts for Pilates and mobility to calm a wired nervous system. The other treats movement and food as part of the job description for a future we want to enjoy: travel, grandkids or grand-nieces, four-hour lunches without pain. We trade aesthetics for sustainability and perfection for consistency, knowing that better sleep, gentler training, and mindful routines compound into a steadier life. Creativity shows up in full color. Leaving the confines of law made room for style to become a signature—not a secret—through thrifting, curation, and the art of final touches. We talk about building a team, delegating the middle, and owning what we do best. Along the way, small joys keep us grounded: unexpected free mornings, a task quietly handled, a hat that completes the look. We wrap with a rapid-fire round and choose one word for the year: refinement. Big change opened doors; now we decide what stays. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s refining their life too, and leave a review with your word for the year—we’ll feature our favorites in an upcoming episode.🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailA porch story can change your life. That’s the energy Mary Ryan Brown brings as we explore how Southern culture, girlhood expectations, and the pressure of being “gifted” fuel comedy that heals. She grew up in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, steeped in cadence, gossip, and theater, and she pairs that with a literary lens that shapes jokes like short stories. From Jerry Clower to Flannery O’Connor, her references aren’t just clever—they’re the scaffolding for an hour designed to feel like a pickle shot: the burn, then the rush, and the strange relief of being seen.We talk about the season that cracked everything open: postpartum depression. Those sleepless nights became a workshop, with specials paused and transcribed beat by beat until timing made sense again. When she finally stepped onto an open mic, preparation met chaos, and a community voice began to emerge. The Southern Mom persona didn’t appear out of nowhere; it arrived from GroupMe threads, church parking lots, monogrammed backpacks, and china patterns that signal class and comfort. It’s specific and a little dangerous—humor as a Trojan horse for cultural truth, delivered with affection and bite. Mary Ryan ties her audacity to family legacy. Her grandmother, Dr. Frances Karnes, pioneered gifted education and modeled the courage to ask for what doesn’t exist. That spirit informs the grind: showing up, writing better, accepting that the audience owes you nothing while you owe them resonance. We trace peaks and valleys, faith and fear, New York dreams and small-town logistics, and the launch of her new tour in 2026. If you love stand-up, Southern storytelling, reinvention, authenticity, and the weird alchemy where laughter turns into courage, you’ll find a lot to savor here. For all  things Mary Ryan Brown - including her tour schedule - visit her website: https://www.maryryanbrown.com/ You can also find her on Instagram: @maryryanbrown.Join us, subscribe for more conversations like this, and share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to take their first brave step. Your reviews help others discover the show—leave one and tell us which moment stuck with you most. 🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailThe hosts, Serena and Sheila, begin this episode discussing a spark that starts with a simple shift: stop dressing for approval and start dressing for yourself. From a vintage bandana that feels like armor to a chaotic morning that ends with a mailbox carving a new line into a new car, we unpack why confidence, planning, and self-expression matter more than perfection. Holiday talk follows—less pressure on a single day, more joy across a month—plus a disarming fix for the online shopping spiral that keeps our carts full and our closets confused.Then the hosts engage in a rich conversation with Brooks Eason, a retired lawyer turned author. They delve into his latest book, 'I Remember Everything,' which intricately weaves a story of lifelong friendship, tragedy, and adventure. Brooks shares insights into his writing process, the transition from a high-stress legal career to a fulfilling post-retirement life, and the pivotal moments that shaped his journey. The discussion also touches upon the importance of friendships and personal fulfillment outside traditional career roles. Eason highlights the joys of hosting house concerts, the creative inspirations behind his characters, and the discipline carried over from law to writing. You’ll also get a candid look at the writing life—how to start with a gripping hook, build a middle that moves, and honor the people who make the story worth telling. If you’re navigating career shifts, craving more real connection, or ready to let style reflect the person you’ve become, this conversation has layers you’ll want to revisit.You can find out more about Brooks Eason and buy inscribed copies of his newest book, I Remember Everything, (as well as his other books) at https://brookseason.com/The book is also available on Amazon (with 5 star reviews): https://tinyurl.com/4c4rm9srIf this episode hits home, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your notes help us keep the conversations honest, useful, and alive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Family Anecdotes00:27 Fashion and Personal Style02:26 Morning Routines and Mishaps03:53 Holiday Shopping and Party Plans08:24 Flexible Holiday Celebrations13:17 Interview with Brooks Eason25:34 The Hook and the Middle26:01 Outdoor Adventures and Inspirations27:01 A Tragic Twist29:14 Developing Characters and Personal Reflections33:47 Transitioning from Law to Writing47:21 Friendships and House Concerts54:00 Reflections on Retirement and Creativity56:32 Rapid Fire and Final Thoughts🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailBefore our full episode with Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch, Serena and Sheila provide some updates on what’s been happening behind the scenes.At 22:50, Attorney General Lynn Fitch joins our hosts and Episode 5 begins.In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch, the first woman to hold the office, to explore the purpose-driven path behind her extraordinary career. From early pivots and public-service mentorship to shaping statewide policy on women’s issues, human trafficking, and maternal assistance initiatives, General Fitch opens up about the moments that defined her leadership—and the faith that guides her through every door she walks through.We dig into the moments that mattered: saying yes to hard assignments from Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Gandy, launching the Women in the Profession Committee and the Gandy Lecture Series, and deciding to run statewide when the odds said don’t. As State Treasurer, General Fitch turned financial literacy into a statewide movement—training 140,000 students and then bringing parents and teachers along—proving you can build capacity even when legislation lags. That same bias for action powers her approach to human trafficking: multi-agency task forces, survivor-informed care, arrests that stick, and simple tools like the Simply Report app to move tips faster than traffickers.The conversation widens with the Mississippi Women’s Summit, where more than 600 women traded ideas, formed partnerships, and did real business—reminding us that community is an economic engine. We close with the Empowerment Project, an  action plan anchored in five pillars: childcare, flexible work, child support reform, upskilling, and adoption and foster care transformation. New laws, Safe Haven Baby Boxes, and the MAMA app—Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance—turn values into infrastructure, helping mothers find jobs, food, car seats, and support in just a few taps.If you care about practical leadership, survivor-centered justice, and building ecosystems that lift women and families, this conversation delivers playbooks you can borrow. Listen, share with a friend who needs a nudge to walk through the next door, and leave a review to help more people find stories that move them.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Mississippi Attorney General’s Office https://attorneygenerallynnfitch.com/Empowerment Projecthttps://attorneygenerallynnfitch.com/theempowermentproject/ MAMA Program (Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance)https://mama.ms.gov MS Women’s Summit (Dates & Registration) https://attorneygenerallynnfitch.com/womenssummit/Simply Report App (Human trafficking tip reporting)Available in the App Store & Google Play🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailThe house got quieter, but life got louder in all the best ways. We swap “empty nest” for “open door” and talk about what happens when two daughters head to college and their moms finally move long-delayed dreams to the front burner. One of us launches The Green Butterfly—a vintage boutique turned creative community—learning retail tech, hiring a team, and designing events that help people find their style and their spark. The other starts saying yes to unplanned trips, deeper conversations, and guilt-free time, noticing how purpose returns when the calendar stops orbiting around carpool.Our daughters join us to share the honest stuff: nervous first hellos, roommates, tiny dorms, and the small anchors that make new places feel safe—journals, teddy bears, even an emotional support cat. We explore majors and pivots, from psychology to dentistry, and theater design to special effects makeup, and we push past the salary script to a richer idea of success: meaningful work, real friends, and a life you actually want to wake up to. Along the way, we untangle boundaries and trust, choosing to be available without hovering, and letting our kids lead the check-ins. There’s nostalgia, laughter, and the reminder to take the road trip, capture the memory, and keep most of the photos off the internet.<br><br>If you’re standing at the same threshold—kids launching, identity shifting—consider this your companion guide. You’ll find perspective, practical ideas, and a nudge toward your own next chapter, whether that’s a business, a creative outlet, or simply more room to breathe. If this conversation resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review so more open-door parents can find us.SHOW NOTES: You can find out more about Serena's new store, The Green Butterfly at https://www.greenbutterflyatelier.com and on Instagram @greenbutterflyatelier🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the life you've carefully built gets completely upended? Meredith Morris never imagined returning to Mississippi after establishing a successful 20-year career as a hairstylist in Beverly Hills. Then the pandemic hit.When California's strict lockdowns shuttered her salon indefinitely, Meredith packed up her dogs and drove across the country for what she thought would be a temporary summer escape to her home state. What she discovered instead was space to breathe, reconnection with family, and possibilities she hadn't considered. "I kept thinking what if I wake up in 10 years and all I have is my success? What if I wake up and that is all I have?" she reflects.In this candid conversation, Meredith shares how her temporary relocation evolved into a complete life reinvention. She founded her Oh Meredith brand after returning to Mississippi, found love through an unlikely Bumble match, and discovered that success means something entirely different than what she'd pursued for decades. Her journey beautifully illustrates how sometimes the changes we resist most lead us exactly where we need to be.Meredith's story resonates with anyone facing unexpected transitions or contemplating deliberate change. Her refreshing perspective on reinvention emphasizes forward movement over perfectionism: "I'm afraid of everything... It's not brave. I just don't really see there as being an alternative other than just keep moving." She reminds us that our lives are constantly evolving - "this is just version 1.0" - and that being open to possibility creates space for joy and fulfillment beyond what we might have imagined.Whether you're navigating an unexpected pivot or seeking inspiration to make a change you've been considering, Meredith's journey from Beverly Hills to Mississippi offers wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that sometimes going back leads us forward in the most beautiful ways.🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With…Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected]🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer:The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailWhat does it mean to find success on your own terms? For La'Verne Edney, the journey from being the youngest of 14 children in the Mississippi Delta to becoming the first African-American female president of the American Board of Trial Advocates reveals profound truths about reinvention, friendship, and inner peace.La'Verne  joins longtime friends Sheila and Serena for a heartfelt conversation that spans decades of shared experiences. With remarkable candor, she traces her path from aspiring secretary to nationally recognized trial lawyer, crediting divine timing for each transition. Her recent presidency of ABOTA took her across the globe, fulfilling bucket-list dreams like walking where Jesus walked in Jerusalem – experiences she never imagined possible for a girl from Leland, Mississippi.The conversation shifts beautifully between professional insights and personal revelations. La'Verne  describes bringing her Black friends and white friends together on a birthday trip to Turks and Caicos, creating bonds that have lasted a decade. All three women reflect on how female friendships evolve with age, becoming more forgiving, intentional, and family-like. "Our friends one day are going to be our family," La'Verne notes, a reality that takes on new significance as they enter this chapter of life.Perhaps most powerful is La'Verne's redefinition of success. While career achievements once dominated her goals, today she measures success by inner peace and the ability to help family. "I am at the height of peace that I've been in my adult life," she shares – a profound statement in our achievement-obsessed culture. She closes with wisdom accumulated through every transition: laugh at yourself, embrace who you are, protect your heart, and share your blessings.Ready to reimagine what's possible in your own life? Listen now and discover why transitions aren't just inevitable – they're opportunities to become exactly who you're meant to be. Subscribe and share to join our community of women supporting each other through every chapter.🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when two successful lawyers, longtime friends, and women navigating life transitions find themselves at similar crossroads? The answer is "Pairs Well With...", a podcast born from countless conversations over long dinners and late nights about reinvention, bold new chapters, and finding what truly matters.Hosts Serena and Sheila bring their contrasting styles—one intentional and planned, the other spontaneous and creative—to candid discussions about transitions that many face but few talk about openly. As they both approach empty-nest status, they're asking profound questions: What does it mean to put yourself second (or even first) after decades of prioritizing everyone else? How do you redefine yourself when roles that defined you for decades begin to change? What feeds your soul when you finally have time to be intentional?Their conversation weaves through the challenges of letting perfectionism go, the power of supportive female friendships, and the excitement (mixed with trepidation) of having control over their calendars for perhaps the first time in adult life. With warmth and humor, they share personal stories about motherhood, career evolution, and discovering new passions—from Sheila's love of entertaining to Serena's venture into vintage clothing with her new store, The Green Butterfly.Whether you're facing your own midlife transition, curious about reinvention, or simply enjoy authentic conversations between friends who aren't afraid to get real, "Pairs Well With..." offers companionship for the journey. Join us as we navigate these changes together, bringing in other voices at our "Friends Table" to share their wisdom along the way. Subscribe now and become part of a community embracing the next chapter with curiosity, courage, and a healthy sense of humor.🔗 Stay connected with Pairs Well With… Follow us on Instagram: @PairsWellWithPodcast and Watch us on YouTube: @PairsWellWith...Podcast.Have a story or guest idea? Email us at: [email protected] 🎧 New episodes every month—subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the show!Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Although your hosts are attorneys, Pairs Well With… does not provide legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have.