Episode Summary

January in the Midwest can feel long, dark, and heavy, so in this episode of 27 Good, Patty and Amy slow things down and talk about what they’re intentionally bringing with them into the new year.

From Friday night family pizza and movie traditions to discovering joy in podcasts, walking, reading, and simply being present, this conversation is about choosing what gives life instead of constantly chasing what’s next.

They share practical, relatable habits like weighted vests, walking pads, clothing rentals, monthly date nights, and letting go of the pressure to make every moment “special.”

The episode closes with a reflection on Luke 11:33, a reminder that light isn’t meant to be hidden. Loving people well, showing up as you are, and choosing peace in ordinary moments is often how faith shines brightest.

If the start of the year feels slow, messy, or uncertain, this episode is a reminder that goodness doesn’t have to be loud to be real.

Scripture referenced:
Luke 11:33

Episode Summary

In this episode of 27 Good, Amy and Patty sit with the weight of a heavy week. What began as a new-year conversation shifts into honest reflection after a tragic loss in their community.

They talk about navigating grief as parents, teachers, and friends, how children process loss differently than adults, and what it looks like to keep faith when answers feel out of reach. Through stories of community support, scripture, and quiet presence, they reflect on how God shows up not by fixing the pain, but by being near in it.

This episode is a reminder that goodness can still be found, even in the valley, and that sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is simply sit, love, and stay.

Referenced scripture:
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18

If you feel led to support the family during this time, the following links are available:

• GoFundMe:
  https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-the-poore-family-after-tragic-loss
  
  
• Meal Train:
  https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/w4g771
  
  

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Bible Reading Tracker referenced by Patty:
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6XJ4RCR
• Bible in a year plan:
  https://www.thebiblerecap.com/
  
  
• Bible app used for daily reading and plans:
  https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Episode Summary

In Episode 4 of 27 Good Podcast, Patty and Amy kick off the new year anchored in Galatians 6:9, which says, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” This verse sets the tone for an honest conversation about weariness, faithfulness, and continuing to show up when life feels heavy and progress feels slow.

They reflect on the realities of caregiving, motherhood, marriage, and emotional exhaustion, and why not every year is meant for thriving. Some seasons are about endurance. The conversation moves into gentle reflections on goals, choosing a word for the year, and why discipline does not have to feel harsh or restrictive. Instead, it can be an act of grace, stewardship, and freedom.

This episode is not about pressure or perfection. It is a reminder that God sees the quiet faithfulness, that growth is happening even when it is unseen, and that the harvest comes in time when we do not give up.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Starting the year with Galatians 6:9 and why it feels timely
• Why doing good can feel exhausting, especially when it goes unnoticed
• Survival seasons versus thriving seasons and why both matter
• Caregiving, motherhood, and carrying hard things quietly
• Reflecting honestly on 2025 and what it required
• Choosing a word for the year
• Discipline as freedom, not punishment
• Marriage, self-control, and the tone we set in our homes
• Stewardship, generosity, and being realistic with goals
• Letting go of rigid resolutions and embracing grace-filled intention

Key takeaway:

Do not quit in the middle of faithfulness. Keep showing up. Growth is happening, even when it feels slow.