Between the Laugh Lines: Reclaim Your Confidence & Identity

Parenting Boys with ADD/ADHD: Lessons in Love, Laughter & Confidence

Parenting a child with ADD or ADHD can feel like a wild mix of love, lessons, and laughter—and no two days are the same. In this heartfelt episode of Between the Laugh Lines, I sit down with my dear friend Danielle for an open, honest conversation about what it’s really like raising boys with ADD and ADHD.

Together, we share their experiences as moms navigating school systems, advocating for their sons, and balancing faith, patience, and humor through it all. Whether you’re a parent walking the same road or simply need a reminder that you’re doing better than you think, this episode will leave you encouraged and confident in your own journey.

💬 In this episode:

• Real talk about the highs and lows of raising boys with ADD/ADHD

• Lessons to advocate for your child with confidence and grace

• Faith, friendship, and finding laughter in the chaos

• The beauty of progress—not perfection—in parenting

🎧 Tune in for comfort, encouragement, and a few good laughs.

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Simplifying Your Beauty Routine: Confidence over Clutter for You

Feeling overwhelmed by beauty products, influencers, and endless routines?
You’re not alone — and this episode is your permission slip to simplify.

In this episode of Between the Laugh Lines, I break down how to reclaim your confidence and your counter space by cutting through the beauty clutter. From skincare basics and makeup must-haves, to the simple wellness habits that actually make you glow, you’ll learn how to create a routine that fits your real life — not a TikTok trend.

💄 What You’ll Learn:

• How to simplify your routine to just the essentials that actually work

• The 3 makeup products to get me out the door

• Hair and nail habits that boost your confidence instantly

• The inside-out wellness practices that make your beauty routine effortless

• Why confidence—not products—is the real glow-up

✨ Mentioned in this episode:
Grab your -Low Maintenance-High Confidence Skincare guide— your quick-start plan to simplify beauty and feel confident again.
👉https://stan.store/thedishwithdeb 

📲 Connect with me:
Instagram: @thedishwithdeb
💌 DM me or email me at info@thedishwithdeb.com — I’d love to hear your thoughts or see your simplified routine!

🎧 Don’t forget to share with your friends and leave a review — your feedback helps more women find the show and feel confident in their own skin!

Confidence in the Chaos- How one woman organizes life, family and her flow!

Confidence grows when we own every stage of our journey. 

In this episode, my neighbor and friend- an entrepreneur herself, a wife of a former Marine and a mom to a HS junior girl (oh the drama)- shares how faith anchors her family, her organizing business and her service to the community.  We also talk candidly about her perimenopause journey and how she's struggled with the confidence to overcome the "flow" changes. She doesn't just organize other people's spaces- she organizes her life with a side of confidence. Press play now for a conversation that blends real talk with inspiration for women trying to balance it all.

For organization assistance- Micheline Dalia Designs- www.michelinedalia.com

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Want to be a guest, email me at info@thedishwithdeb.com with the subject: GUEST 

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Parenting Across Generations: Gen X Lessons for Raising Resilient, Confident Gen Z Kids

Gen X vs. Gen Z — two generations, two very different upbringings.

In this episode of Between the Laugh Lines, I’m joined by my sister-in-law to share stories from our childhoods as Gen X kids and reflect on how those experiences shape the way we parent our Gen Z children today. From growing up without cell phones to raising kids who are never without one- we talk about resilience, independence, the role of mobile phones, and trying our best to raise kids who are confident and prepared for the real world.

If you’ve been reflecting on your own parenting style, or just want a nostalgic look back at the “free-range” Gen X years versus the always-connected Gen Z era, this honest and entertaining conversation is packed with laughs, real talk, and lessons worth carrying forward.

🎙 Press play now and join us as we explore some ideas on how to parent in a way that builds confidence, courage, and resilience in today’s kids.

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Email me at info@thedishwithdeb.com with your parenting tips and tricks or questions that you want answered!

For more real beauty reviews and product suggestions, find me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedishwithdeb 

 

Link to the Roadmap Rebellion HALF-OFF limited time offer- check it out here https://stan.store/thedishwithdeb 

NOTES from the episode:

Book mentioned- The Gift of Failure by Jessica Lahey

Quote from the episode: "Comparison is the thief of joy"- a phrase attributed to Theodore Roosevelt.

 

What the Big Beautiful Bill means for Student Loans + College Move In Advice

July 4th brought more than fireworks this year-the Big Beautiful Bill is changing student loans! In this episode, I'm breaking down the new law as simply as possible, sharing how the college landscape is shifting fast and offering some practical(and sanity-saving) move-in tips for families.  If you’re a parent or student feeling overwhelmed, press play. You’re not behind — you’re just in time.  Whether you're sending off a freshman or managing the financial aid loan process, this episode has your back!

Want the freebie bundle? Email me at info@thedishwithdeb.com with "Cheat Sheet" in the subject to get your one-pager summaries on the Federal loan changes, a move-in checklist and a college department guide.

Don't forget to follow the show, share this episode with your friends tackling the same obstacles and of course leave a review.

Connect with me either via email above or through Instagram @thedishwithdeb

Thanks!

 

When Life Flips the Script: Real Talk on Caregiving, Illness & Holding on!

Took a week off but back on the mic!

Duly Noted-there's a little audio hiccup at the end... because just like life, podcasting is messy and real.

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my longtime friend as she opens up about life after her husband's SCA6 diagnosis. We start at her love story and well, end with the love story! From unexpected challenges to finding strength in the everyday, my friend opens up about her journey and how's she's finding grace through grief, paperwork and everything in between.  If you're supporting someone through illness, this is your gentle reminder, you're doing better than you think and you're not alone!

If you're interested in receiving my free Family Illness Practical Checklist as mentioned in the episode or just want to ask questions, comment or share your story, email me at info@thedishwithdeb.com

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Choosing Freedom over Fear

Welcome back friends! This episode is a little longer but well worth the listen if you are someone who needs support and a little nudge to take a chance.  Whether that be starting a new job, going on a website to find a "match", to believing in yourself that anything is possible at any age.  My dear friend of over 35 years is here to talk about all the steps that she took after her husband of three years said he wanted a divorce!  That was the point that instead of sinking into herself and being sad, she pivoted and took the chance on herself to get out there- literally- around the world! Join us as we go through her journey over the last 20 years, in only an hour, to see and believe that anything is possible. 

 

To get a free 30 minute coaching session, email info@EEqualsWhy.com and be sure to reference Between the Laugh Lines in the subject.  Check out her website at EEqualswhy.com for more information.

 

To reach me, email info@theDishwithdeb.com to ask questions or pitch yourself to be on the podcast. 

 

My three suggestions for moisturizers for the spring season change up are:

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No. 7 HydraLuminous+ Hydrating Gel- Low

Clinque Moisture Surge- Med

Stripes Dew As I Do- High

 

I'm here to help you!

Between the Laugh Lines is a podcast where beauty, real life, and purpose come together. It’s for women navigating midlife, entrepreneurship, or simply the everyday chaos — still growing, still glowing, and still laughing through it all. I share honest stories, beauty tips that go beyond skin deep, and spotlight women entrepreneurs and causes that deserve the mic. It’s warm, relatable, and real — the kind of listen that leaves you feeling seen, inspired, and ready to pay it forward. I want to help you grow!

 

Welcome & College Acceptance Advice

Welcome to the very first episode of Between the Laugh Lines! In this debut, I’m introducing the heart behind the podcast- where beauty, real life and laughter come together- and sharing some personal reflections as a mom of college boys. I’ll also dish out practical advice on navigating the college acceptance journey with some insider perspective. Whether you are a fellow parent, student or just here for the real talk, you’re in the right place.

Here's the link to the get the template I refer to in this episode to help you estimate your college costs: https://stan.store/thedishwithdeb

Connect with me at info@thedishwithdeb.com or if you have questions on the template or have other ideas for what you want to hear episodes on.

Or reach out to me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedishwithdeb