In this heartfelt episode of 'Pause to Go', host Bree Luck diverges from her planned discussion on menopausal hormone therapy to commemorate an episode released a year ago featuring her grandmother, Anne Hodnett, whom Bree recalls as a significant role model. They discuss poignant experiences such as dealing with the loss of loved ones and surviving challenging times, highlighting the value of heartfelt conversations and self-awareness. Bree also invites Ronda Rich, Anne Hodnett's dear friend and bestselling author of “St. Simons Island: A Stella Bankwell Mystery”, to reminisce about Anne and the impact she had made on those around her...
In this heartfelt episode of 'Pause to Go', host Bree Luck diverges from her planned discussion on menopausal hormone therapy to commemorate an episode released a year ago featuring her grandmother, Anne Hodnett, whom Bree recalls as a significant role model. They discuss poignant experiences such as dealing with the loss of loved ones and surviving challenging times, highlighting the value of heartfelt conversations and self-awareness. Bree also invites Ronda Rich, Anne Hodnett's dear friend and bestselling author of “St. Simons Island: A Stella Bankwell Mystery”, to reminisce about Anne and the impact she had made on those around her.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:42 Postponing the Menopausal Hormone Therapy Series
01:21 Reflecting on the Most Popular Episode
01:55 Importance of Role Models in Midlife
02:39 Revisiting the Interview with Mimi
02:51 Introducing Rhonda Rich
03:06 Rhonda's Career and Connection with Mimi
04:59 Rhonda's Relationship with Mimi
05:05 Rhonda's Novel Featuring Mimi
05:38 Giveaway Announcement
05:59 Conversation with Rhonda about Grief
09:29 Remembering Mimi's Filmmaking Career
10:41 Mimi's Character in Rhonda's Novel
10:56 Remembering Mimi's Love for Others
16:35 Mimi's Impact on Rhonda's Life
17:20 Revisiting the Original Interview with Mimi
20:34 Discussing Famous Sayings About Time
20:44 Mimi's Thoughts on Time
26:40 Mimi's Experience with Government Work
27:33 Patience and Time
27:57 Dealing with Loss and Grief
28:56 The Power of Relationships
29:46 Coping with Tragedy
31:01 Finding Strength in Hard Times
31:38 The Healing Power of Work and Purpose
33:04 Generosity and Connection
34:34 Living in the Present
35:18 Appreciating Life's Simple Pleasures
38:58 The Impact of Personal Loss
41:08 Finding Strength in New Life
44:37 Recollections of Childhood and Hard Times
49:00 The Value of Trying New Things
51:14 Reflections and Farewell
Want to know more about Ronda Rich? (you know you do!)
https://www.rondarich.com/
https://www.rondarich.com/store/p/st-simons-island-a-stella-bankwell-mystery
https://www.goldenislesmagazine.com/columns/gim_columns/due-south-the-recipes-that-remind-us-of-loved-ones/article_88046b70-72c6-11ee-b5f9-37c5f2a9c579.html
***Bonus Giveaway: Comment on the IG Post for this Episode at @awkwardsagemedia and be entered in a drawing for a copy of Ronda's book " St. Simon's Island - A Stella Bankwell Mystery"
Special thanks to Gentry Hodnett for the photos used in the YouTube Slide show.
