114. Unpacking Our Dense Summer: Health Deep Dives, Family Memories, and Farm Updates

Beyond The Crops

Welcome back to Beyond the Crops! Summer is in full swing, and for Jena and Mary Pat, it's been... dense. In this candid catch-up, they share the highs, lows, and hilarious chaos of a summer packed with family, travel, and unexpected health deep dives.

📌 What We Cover in This Episode:

✅ Catching up on a "dense but good" summer filled with intentional family time.
✅ Navigating grief and family togetherness, plus a hilarious "beef stick in the ear" funeral moment.
✅ The hilarious reality of toddler life, AKA living with a "feral raccoon."
✅ Fair life: Jena's first year as a 4-H mom vs. Mary Pat's demolition derby past.
✅ Jena's 10-year anniversary photos in her wedding dress.
✅ Health deep dives: Mary Pat’s vertigo update and Jena’s surprising 10-day detox results.
✅ Uncovering family heirlooms, from a vintage waffle maker to a canning hutch.
✅ Farm updates: Ag PhD Field Day chaos, garden wins, and timely rains.

💡 Key Takeaways:

✨ Intentionality is key for a chaotic but happy summer.
✨ Family and humor are essential for navigating grief.
✨ Don't be afraid to advocate for your health and explore new solutions.
✨ Family heirlooms connect us to our past and find new purpose in the present.
✨ Embracing the chaos is the only way to survive (and enjoy) life with young kids.

🙌 Join the Conversation!
What's been the highlight of your "dense" summer? Share your stories and tag us @beyondthecrops_!

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