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Sandwich Season Sanity

Welcome to Sandwich Season:Peace, joy, and wisdom for moms who are stretched thin in multigenerational caregiving, juggling parenting, grandparenting, and eldercare.Take charge of reactions, set those oh-so-important boundaries, and find time for new passions and hobbies.

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All Episodes

38:44

Small Habit Shifts for Emotional Eating and Self Care...

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2026/02/02

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode, I am joined by friend Brandice Lardner, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and Amazon bestselling author of "Fully Nourished: A Grace-Filled Approach to Ditch Diets and Find Peace with Food and Your Body”. Together, we discuss the challenges women face around food, perfectionism, and self-care, especially during busy caregiving seasons. Brandice unpacks her grace-filled approach to ditching diet mentalit...

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27:10

Overcoming Old Wounds While Caregiving ft. Laura Acuña

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2026/01/19

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, I am welcoming back my friend, Laura Acuña, for her deep insight into caregiving and personal healing. Laura shares in-depth about her own journey of emotional recovery through caregiving. We explore practical strategies for self-care, share the importance of therapy and spiritual support, and highlight key resources—including Laura’s book, "Still Becoming," and recommenda...

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30:45

Exchanging Expectations of Adult Kids for Peace in...

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2026/01/05

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, Ruthie sits down with relationship expert and author Jill Savage to discuss the delicate balance of parenting adult children during the empty nest years and how to become “unoffendable”. Jill shares candid insights from her own life, including relatable stories about unreturned texts and learning not to take delayed responses personally. Together, they explore why many parents f...

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27:26

Fun and Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Christmas in...

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2025/12/22

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, I’m joined by my husband of 38 years, Jim Gray, for his input on the holidays as empty nesters. We’re talking about our unique lifestyle, splitting time between homes in West Virginia and Florida, and how this has shaped our holiday traditions. We’ll discuss home remodels, creative solutions for celebrating with kids and grandkids across states, and the importance of embracing f...

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27:21

Couples United: Tackling Holiday People-Pleasing...

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2025/12/08

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode, I’m sitting down with my guest, Billie Jauss, an international speaker, author, and podcast host known as the "What's Next Coach." We talk through the challenges couples face during the holidays—especially around maintaining a united front and setting boundaries amidst family expectations. Billie reveals her journey as a "recovering people pleaser" and offers actionable advice for couples looking to prioritize peace...

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26:18

Finding Time for Friendships Amidst Caregiver...

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2025/11/24

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, Sue Donaldson, a speaker, author, and expert on hospitality opens up about the realities of loneliness faced during the "sandwich season"—the time in life when women care for both aging parents and growing children. Sue also shares wisdom from her new book, "Never Alone: Stories of Invitation and Connection," offering practical advice on building genuine community, finding mento...

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23:54

Holiday Adaptability for Moms of Adult Kids ft....

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2025/11/10

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! On this episode, host Ruthie Gray welcomes Pamela Henkelman, certified empty nest coach and host of the Midlife Momma podcast, for a candid conversation about navigating the holidays with adult children. Pamela shares her wisdom on letting go of old expectations, respecting new family traditions, and fostering open communication—especially when it comes to those difficult conversations we tend to avoid. She emphasizes the impo...

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21:55

Diplomas to Diagnosis: When Graduation Meets...

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2025/10/27

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! Peg Arnold, speaker, author, and “Drama Queen for Jesus”, shares her powerful caregiving journey. Peg opens up about a time when her family navigated joyful milestones like her children's graduations, only to be hit with the sudden loss of her father-in-law and her mother's diagnosis with Alzheimer's, all within the same year. She speaks candidly about the emotional roller coaster of managing crises across generations, the challenge...

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19:09

Building Healthy Connections with Adult Children and...

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2025/10/13

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode, I’m sitting down with my sweet friend, Suzy Mighell, author of the FABULOUS new release, "Empty Nest: 60 Days to Finding Joy in the Empty Nest." Suzy shares her heart and practical wisdom for navigating the challenging transition from hands-on parenting to developing healthy, encouraging adult-to-adult relationships with grown children. We discuss: - The emotional journey of the empty nest - Practical st...

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29:16

Caregiving Special Needs Children and Aging Parents...

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2025/09/29

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! On this episode, I’m welcoming Kelly Hall—host of the Unshakable Hope podcast, author, Bible teacher, and seasoned caregiver. Kelly shares her profound journey of raising four children (three with special needs) amidst the unique challenges of military life, alongside navigating her own health struggles and ongoing caregiving responsibilities. We get into the emotional and spiritual complexities of caregiving across generations, hig...

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27:29

From Boomerang Kids to Pandemic Caregiving & Loss ft....

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2025/09/15

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! Linda Hanstra, a semi-retired speech-language pathologist, author, and seasoned empty nester joins the podcast to share her personal stories of navigating the "sandwich season". From unexpected joys with kids and grandkids to profound loss and pandemic-era challenges, Linda opens up about the lessons learned, the importance of family connection, and the growth that comes from balancing joy with grief. Tune in to hear Linda’s insight...

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27:12

Practical Ways People Pleasers Can Balance Identity...

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2025/09/01

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of Sandwich Season Sanity, I’m sitting down with my friend and fellow caregiver, Lori Schumaker. Lori opens up about her caregiving journey and gives her wisdom for those of us going through this season. We discuss topics like embracing your God-given identity, prioritizing personal peace, and letting go of the pressure to do it all—whether that’s handling family caregiving or managing others’ opinions. The episode i...

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22:20

An Emergency Medical Records Checklist for Caregivers...

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2025/08/18

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, I’m interviewing Cathy Lawdanski, a retired empty nester with a wealth of wit and wisdom for navigating life’s later seasons. Cathy shares the story behind her essential "Medical Records Checklist," inspired by a personal medical emergency that revealed how critical it is to have up-to-date medical and legal information readily available, especially for empty nesters, caregivers...

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12:05

Two Questions to Ask in Your Stressed Season

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2025/07/21

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity Podcast, I’m discussing the challenge of finding peace during one of life’s most chaotic seasons. This episode offers a compassionate exploration of how true peace isn’t just handed to us—even believers need to take intentional, sometimes uncomfortable steps to experience it fully. I’m sharing personal stories and boundary-setting moments so listeners can know that even when faced ...

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19:10

Dream with God in 60 Minutes

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2025/07/14

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, I’m sharing my "Dream with God in 60 Minutes" task-sorting method through a practical, prayer-centered exercise for balancing personal desires, family responsibilities, and your calling from God. We’ll talk about shifting priorities, setting healthy boundaries, and learning to let go of goals that no longer align with your season of life. You’ll be encouraged to embrace yo...

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25:31

Embracing Legacy: Saying ‘No’ to the Hustle ft. Laura...

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2025/07/07

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In the second half of this episode with Laura Acuna, we’re dissecting the real-life balancing act of being an entrepreneur, author, and mom/caregiver/grandparent. Learn insights on saying “no” and how to prioritize listening to God’s guidance, making time for family, and accepting help in caregiving roles. I give the scoop on my practical routines, like my beloved “coffee before talkie” mornings, plus deep faith practices that...

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26:53

Integrating Personal Ambitions and Caregiving ft....

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2025/06/30

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity, I’m sharing my guest appearance on the Still Becoming Podcast with Laura Acuña, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities that come with balancing caregiving roles and personal ambitions during midlife. I’ll share my personal journey from being a busy mom of four to finding renewed purpose and productivity in the empty nest stage. Together, we discuss the grief and loss that of...

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22:23

Supporting Your Kids While Caregiving

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2025/06/23

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity podcast, I sat down with my youngest daughter, Kylie, to explore the unique challenges that arise when a mom transitions into a caregiving role while still raising children. Kylie, who was fourteen when I began caring for my aging parents, shares her perspective of what it was like to experience big family changes at a young age. Together, we walk through the confusion, anxiety, and sens...

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18:36

My Journey Through Trauma and Self-Care

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2025/06/16

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this episode of the Sandwich Season Sanity Podcast, Ruthie opens up about her personal healing journey after years of caregiving and business leadership left her feeling emotionally depleted. She shares a candid reflection on the toll that “little t” trauma—like ongoing stress, caregiver emergencies, and unresolved emotions—can take on mental health, especially for women in midlife. Ruthie emphasizes that seeking counseling...

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25:32

How Healthy Boundaries Reduce Stress ft. Lisa Saruga

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2025/06/09

Click here to send a text and tell us how you like the show! In this part two episode with trauma therapist, Lisa Saruga, Ruthie and Lisa focus on how setting boundaries can bring peace to sandwich generation moms. Lisa shares her “property line” metaphor for boundaries, a crucial mindset for overwhelmed caregivers. They discuss real-life examples from their own caregiving journeys and address the unique struggles of maintaining boundaries amidst family dynamics, pride, and guilt. Listeners w...

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