Little Adventures, Big Life

Fighting Boredom, Trash, and The Joy of Chores!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510283/fan_mail/new] Episode 7 of “Little Adventures, Big Life” On this episode we celebrate 8 years in Roanoke, Virginia. Also because our own Jay is now 8 years old. We explore how adventure has changed for children and what does it mean to be "bored?" We discusses the challenges of finding adventure in a world where it doesn’t just happen, and how building adventure can be rewarding. On this episode we also highlight the importance of taking care of nature and the frustration of liter. We are in search of how to get people to stop littering! Lastly we give a shout-out to a company for their positive work with nature.   Thanks for taking the time to listen to our show. IF you enjoy it give us a like, a follow, or even subscribe so you never miss an episode!  Until next time, go have a Little Adventure, in your Big Life!

Schools Out...Now What?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510283/fan_mail/new] Welcome Adventurers to what can best be described as a goofy episode. Season 2 Episode 6, our May recap includes a funny discussion of Field Day, End of School, and a friend’s first play. We discuss what to do four Summer plans. We discuss the creation of a summer adventure bag. We also discuss exploring new adventures like visiting the oldest library, learning to skip stones, and volunteering. Thank you as always for spending your time with us. Send us your comments and questions. Give us a like and a follow. Until our next chat go out and enjoy a Little Adventure, in your Big Life!

We can talk about it...Anxiety

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510283/fan_mail/new] This special episode of Little Adventures, Big Life begins a new kind of conversation—one that’s a little more serious, but just as important. In this first installment, we explore anxiety from both a parent and child perspective, creating space for honesty, curiosity, and connection. Through a real and unscripted conversation, we talk about what anxiety actually feels like, how it shows up in everyday life, and what helps… and what doesn’t. You’ll hear a middle schooler describe anxiety in her own words—what adults often miss, what support really looks like, and how she navigates those moments. Alongside that, we share a parent’s perspective…reflecting on personal experiences, misunderstandings growing up, and the ongoing process of learning how to respond with empathy instead of solutions. We know we are not the experts, but these conversations are important. This episode isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about opening the door. We also share simple, practical ways to start these conversations in your own home—questions you can ask, approaches that build trust, and small strategies that can make a big difference over time. A note for listeners: You may find it helpful to listen to this episode once on your own first—to reflect and gather your thoughts. Then, consider listening again with your child. Use it as a starting point, a shared experience, or even just a gentle way to say, “We can talk about this.” Because sometimes the hardest part isn’t the conversation itself… it’s knowing how to begin.

April Awesomeness...

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510283/fan_mail/new] This episode of Little Adventures, Big Life explores a variety of topics. We discuss Easter and our favorite candy. We ask what is your favorite candy? The kids have found a gym and I have really established themselves with E3 fitness and we discuss some of their favorite routines. The big deal of the month has been allergies. Everybody in the household got their share. How about you? We discussed a little bit about birthday parties and the strange things to get broken around the house. We talk about Dad's obsession with fire pits and the fun things we can do with them, including colored fires and enjoy s'mores. Last we gave a clue to our new miniseries starting in the month of May called, "We can talk about this." Thank you as always for taking your time to listen to our podcast please give us a like, a share, a follow, or just leave a comment. We appreciate you so until next time, go have a Little Adventure, in your Big Life!

Marching through March!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510283/fan_mail/new] March didn’t just pass by… it sprinted, zig-zagged, and occasionally got struck by lightning ⚡ In this episode of Little Adventures, Big Life, we unpack a month that felt like a whole season of life crammed into a few wild weeks. From navigating the tricky waters of talking with kids about real-world politics, to embracing the joy (and occasional chaos) of new local adventures, this one covers it all. We explore Roanoke’s growing playground of movement and exploration—skateparks, pump tracks, and the kayak river park—where curiosity meets scraped knees and big smiles. Along the way, we swap stories about March’s unpredictable weather (sunshine, storms, and everything in between), celebrate Evie’s journey in the AEL League, and face the slightly shocking realization that there are only nine weeks of school left before summer arrives. It’s a conversation about balance—the serious and the silly, the structured and the spontaneous—and how the little moments, even in the busiest months, are quietly building a big life.