Close Enough

We managed our second podcast for the month. This early morning recording has us talking about the cell phone outage and what an apocalypse looks like for the Thomas family. We dug into a couple true crime shows and learned that the internet is wild. Abby's birthday is on the horizon so don't forget to pencil in celebrating on her behalf anytime in March. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last year we released 13 podcasts and this year Abby has already read that many books. Chat with us about how we are like the Kelce family, Abby's reminisces about her kidney stone and yes how our Christmas tree is still up.Also throw some thoughts to our pal Phillip Smith who is recovering after a fall off a ladder. Intro By Snail Music Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey we missed you. It's been busy. What better way to ease back into things than to talk about old nostalgic places we used to eat at back in the day. So many have come and gone. We confront some adult decisions and how Harlan defeated the potty monster. Thanks for listening! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the beginning of the month 8 of us went to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Most of the people there ( minus wives who hadn't met us yet) were in attendance on that day but furthermore they've been pieces of our lives for about 30 years. We recorded two sessions, all girls and all guys. The guys get the spotlight first as Matt Stokes, Seth Thatcher, Jason Ellis and Gary talk about their friendships, marriage and more. Proceed with caution. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh a fun week. It's all over the board as we talk about some holistic approaches that Abby takes to health. We discuss Miranda Lambert stopping her concert for some selfie takers and peel back some curtain on our love languages. Hope you enjoy! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vacation season and this year we went to Disneyworld. For all the pictures of fun and happiness we struggled but made the most of it. Car rides and dark rides were on the list. Harlan had fun at our expense and even Charley found some bright spots. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As mentioned, we got dressed up almost like prom and spent the night at a fancy work gala. Abby looked amazing and Gary was well hydrated thanks to the bourbon tasting. Abby closed out her teaching era by taking a new job outside the classroom. We take a dive into our favorite comedy and talk about the Matt Rife explosion. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We appreciate the patience and hopefully this marks the return.We discuss wanting our kids to be bored and how we had no choice. Abby had a yard sale. We watched The Machine! The struggle of being an autism parent can be a rollercoaster and that has been on display alot lately. We are getting dressed up to go to a fancy party. We love you! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This past week was interesting for sure. Abby went solo with the kids and hit a rough patch during a track meet that lasted way too long. Harlan has proved he is in no shape to test his physical stamina at Disneyworld yet. Gary had a quick trip to Texas and missed out on all the fun. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We realize it's been a minute but apologize for the wait, if you happened to be waiting. Abby had a birthday which she spent buying a car. We loaded said car up and went to Nashville for a getaway with our friends. We speak on the two year anniversary of Harlan's Autism diagnosis and celebrate the big progress he's made. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What better time to start adulting than in the end days. We talk about being parents and people asking us about raising our autistic son. We talk about how we would manage the end of the days and also how Abby doesn't want to be a beacon of light to anyone. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we break down the myth that Marie Kondo put out as she rolls back her statements on this tidying up craze. Harlan is a genius and overrides his screen time. Bravo H. We talk about great high school based movies, which are your favorites? Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We spent the weekend really soaking in some alone time under the guise of being supportive parents. We dish about meeting people who listen to the show, the craziness of the whole weight loss medicines now and how we don't do fancy too well. Make sure you listen to the songs that turn 30 years old this year, it really dealt a blow to our feelings of youth. Get Amazon Music Unlimited and Paramount Plus for only $4.99 by clicking here. #amazonpartner Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are way out of touch and have realized we don't watch the news, read newspapers or really interact with current events. Do you get your coverage of global events from memes? Just us? Well this week we talk about that void in our life as well as some hot takes in the weight loss world and how seeing the sun every once in a while is probably good for us. Like us? Tell a friend, leave a review and if you just wanna be a Sugar Daddy like Philip Smith you can join us on Acast+. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tik Tok may be a waste of time generally but some good things have come from it. Two big Tik Tok things have impacted us, one at a distance and one personally for Abby! What was up with the celebrity death prank and what celebrity would you you be shocked at if they passed. Gary stresses the need for a personal assistant and much more this week! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well why not get one more in before the end of the year. We survived Christmas, a Jack Harlow concert and managed to make some memories. We still were challenged and talked about those things that we could do better on over the year. We paid our respects to those foods that have been sent to the ether including the beloved Choco Taco. Abby is using Factor meals and we wanna give you a big chunk off so if that's something you're interested in click here! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we resurface. We didn't win the lottery or die, just been busy but we pledge to not leave you for this long again. Gary has become sensitive about the size of his legs, kids are wilding out with the one chip challenge and we recited the pledge of allegiance before Thanksgiving dinner. Shout out to our Sugar Daddy Phillip who's been staying the course. You can support us too if you feel compelled. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the current run of new media too nostalgic? Does it hit the mark at all. Like do we really need adult happy meals or Hocus Pocus 2? We will break it down. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We recorded this on a cool fall morning. Those are the best. Gary is about to start week 3 after his VSG surgery. Turns out he got to stay in the hospital anyway. Abby recalls her fond times of storytelling as the Cave Run Storytelling Festival is ongoing as is the ol' Sorghum Festival in West Liberty. Festival time is awesome. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We know we've been away but everyone gets busy right? Summer is giving way to fall and with that is homecoming season. Charley is prepping for her first high school dance and she's getting that special treatment. Abby had a routine mammogram and says it's not too bad. Gary's about to undergo bariatric surgery and Abby gets to be his nurse! Well close enough.... Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/closeenough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.