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Episode 23: Gardening Update, Tips, and Tricks for Zone 3 Growing Area

Release Date: 06/16/2025

Episode 27: Exploring the Ideal Day Exercise

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode of Sisters Social Call, Stacey and Krista explore the ideal day through a reflective exercise that encourages listeners to envision their perfect ordinary day. They share personal insights about their daily routines, contrasting their lifestyles, and discuss the importance of quality time with loved ones, physical activity, and creativity. The sisters emphasize the significance of community engagement and the balance between technology and life, while also reflecting on their aspirations and the need for self-improvement. The conversation concludes with a focus...

Episode 26: Aging Parents - Organizing, streamlining, and communication with family

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode of Sister Social Call, Stacey and Krista delve into the complex and often uncomfortable topic of aging parents. They discuss the importance of communication, the need for organization and purging, and the emotional challenges that come with planning for the future. The sisters share personal stories and insights on how to navigate these conversations with family members, emphasizing the significance of being proactive in managing one's estate and making decisions about end-of-life arrangements. They also touch on the emotional attachments to belongings and the...

Episode 25: Hair: The Summer Episode

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Krista answers Stacey's questions about summer hair care tips, including the impact of sun and water on hair health. Krista shares her expertise on how to protect hair from damage, the differences between summer and winter hair care, and the best practices for maintaining blonde and grey hair. They also explore current hair trends and styles. The conversation is filled with practical advice and personal anecdotes, making it relatable and informative for listeners. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits,...

Episode 24: Summer Meals Made Easy: Tips for Summer Cooking

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey disccuss the joys of summer, focusing on beach and farm-to-field meals, and quick cooking tips. They share their experiences with meal prep, easy summer salads, and the challenges of cooking for busy lives, especially at the farm. The conversation also touches on desserts, refreshing summer beverages, and personal anecdotes about their week, by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Summer solstice, beach meals, farm-to-field meals, quick meals, summer salads, meal prep, farm life, desserts, summer...

Episode 23: Gardening Update, Tips, and Tricks for Zone 3 Growing Area

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista dive into gardening topics, sharing updates on their own gardens, tips for planting in zone three, and the significance of soil health. Krista emphasizes that it is still not too late to get into the garden. The conversation also covers garlic growing, perennial gardening, and Krista shares her excitement of planting fruit trees in honour of their Great Auntie Gene and Unclue Bob. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of perseverance in gardening and the joy of family connections. As always, they end their episode by checking...

Episode 22: Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) and our personal experience

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this heartfelt conversation, Stacey and Krista navigate the complexities of grief and loss following the passing of their beloved Great Auntie Gene. They discuss the concept of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) and its implications, share cherished memories, and reflect on the unconditional love they received from their Great Aunt. The sisters explore the emotional journey of knowing a loved one's death date and time, the importance of quality time with family, and the lessons learned from their experiences. Ultimately, they celebrate Auntie Gene's life and legacy while...

Episode 21: Understanding sibling birth order and how it impacted favourtism and our personalities in our family

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey explore the intriguing topic of birth order and its potential impact on personality, relationships, and career paths. They discuss historical theories, personal reflections, and modern research findings, ultimately concluding that while birth order may influence family dynamics, it does not dictate one's destiny. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes and sibling roles, providing a relatable and engaging exploration of the subject. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and...

Episode 20: Music: the soundtrack of our lives

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Krista and Stacey engage in a lively discussion about their love for music, exploring their personal tastes, memorable concerts, and the evolution of their music preferences. They debate the merits of 90s hip hop versus country music, sharing heartfelt stories and laughter along the way. The episode concludes with reflections on their week, highlighting the importance of music in their lives and the joy it brings them. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Music, concerts, personal...

Episode 19: I am Her Tribe & The Serviceberry Book Reviews! Plus Real Life Chats About Loneliness

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista discuss their Slow Readers Book Club selections, The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer and I Am Her Tribe by Danielle Doby. They explore themes of gratitude, reciprocity, and the gift economy, as well as personal reflections on poetry, loneliness, and mental health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community and meaningful connections in today's world. As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans. Keywords Book club, book...

Episode 18: Financial Planning in Your 40s and Beyond

Sisters Social Call

Episode Summary In this episode, Stacey and Krista sit down for a heartfelt conversation with Zena Amundsen, Certified Financial Planner and owner of Astra Financial in Regina, Saskatchewan. Together, they explore the vital role financial planning plays in your 40s, highlighting the importance of financial self-care and empowerment—especially for women. Zena offers thoughtful advice on fostering financial independence and gaining exposure to key financial decisions. She also dives into the emotional side of money management, making the topic both relatable and approachable. Listeners will...

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Episode Summary

In this episode, Stacey and Krista dive into gardening topics, sharing updates on their own gardens, tips for planting in zone three, and the significance of soil health. Krista emphasizes that it is still not too late to get into the garden. The conversation also covers garlic growing, perennial gardening, and Krista shares her excitement of planting fruit trees in honour of their Great Auntie Gene and Unclue Bob. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of perseverance in gardening and the joy of family connections.

As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans.

Keywords

Gardening, zone 3, planting tips and tricks, succession planting, soil health, garlic growing, family connections, community support, seasonal gardening, fruit trees, personal growth

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

01:27 Zone 3 gardening update, succession planting, and tips and tricks

23:30 Soil Health: The Key to a Thriving Garden

23:39 Peaks, Pits, and Plans

Resources

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