Two Porches and A Pour Podcast: Special Edition
A few weeks ago, Wendy hosted our Besties Blogger Mastermind Group at her beautiful home in Southern California. We recorded a podcast with all six of us.
We also video recorded the podcast and you can see it on our YouTube Channel.

A Bloggersโ Getaway: Friendship, Champagne & California Sunshine | Special Edition Podcast
In this lively conversation, Lynn Vogeler and Wendy McMonigle host a gathering of their blogging friends in sunny California, sharing stories, laughter, and a love for champagne. They discuss their experiences as bloggers, the importance of friendship and mentorship, and the joy of working together while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The group reflects on their adventures, including estate sales and the challenges of cooking for a crowd, all while celebrating their connections and shared passions.
Takeaways:
- The joy of sharing experiences with friends.
- Champagne tasting can be a fun bonding activity.
- Friendship can grow from professional connections.
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal growth.
- Unexpected moments can lead to lasting memories.
- Working together can strengthen relationships.
- Estate sales can be treasure hunts for unique finds.
- Traveling distances for friendships shows commitment.
- Creating a supportive community is essential for bloggers.
- Laughter and fun are key ingredients in any gathering.
Watch the Podcast on YouTube
Show Notes:
- Blogging Besties
- Amy – Amy Sadler Designs
- Cindy – Reinvented Delaware
- Diane – South House Designs
- Michele – Vintage Home Designs
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Two friends of a certain age who live 2000-miles apart talking about life, love and a little design. Listen as we sip through the seasons of life.
This conversation explores the unique experiences and challenges of pregnancy in one's 40s, highlighting the humorous and serious aspects of being labeled as 'geriatric' during pregnancy. The speakers discuss the stark differences in treatment and perception between younger and older mothers, shedding light on societal and medical attitudes towards maternal age.
Takeaways:
- Having a baby in your 40s comes with unique challenges.
- The term 'geriatric pregnancy' can be humorous yet serious.
- Medical treatment varies significantly based on maternal age.
- Younger mothers often receive different treatment than older mothers.
- Societal perceptions of age in motherhood can be limiting.
- The experience of pregnancy changes with age.
- Older mothers may face more scrutiny from medical professionals.
- Humor can be a coping mechanism for the challenges of older motherhood.
- Understanding the medical landscape is crucial for older mothers.
- Support systems are vital for mothers of all ages.
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#PregnancyAfter40 #GeriatricPregnancy #MidlifeMotherhood #TwoPorchesAndAPour #MotherhoodJourney #RealTalkPodcast



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My name is Lynn. I live in the suburbs of Chicago in a 1,300 sq. ft. home with my Handy husband, Keith.
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