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329 - Summer Play (Replay)

Work and Play with Nancy Ray

Release Date: 07/14/2026

329 - Summer Play (Replay) show art 329 - Summer Play (Replay)

Work and Play with Nancy Ray

Hey friend, welcome back to Work and Play. Today’s a replay episode, and this one is near and dear to my heart. We’re talking about summer play, and I think sometimes we all need a little reminder that play is not a reward for finishing your work. It’s part of the good life. So grab a cold drink, find a quiet spot, and let’s dive in. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use...

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328 - 250 Years of America! show art 328 - 250 Years of America!

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America turns 250 this month, and I have a lot of feelings about that, but the one that rises to the top is gratitude. I am so grateful to be an American. Today I am celebrating this country I love: her freedoms, her heritage, her beauty, and the God who has been with her from the very beginning. Resources from this episode:     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

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327 - Summer Projects (Replay) show art 327 - Summer Projects (Replay)

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Hey friend, quick note before we jump in. Today’s episode is a replay, and I handpicked this one because I truly believe the timing is perfect for where a lot of us are right now. We’re talking about summer projects—the fun kind, the meaningful kind, the household kind, and everything in between. I hope it encourages you. Resources from this episode:     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!...

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326 - Sabbath in the Summer show art 326 - Sabbath in the Summer

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Summer is in full swing, the school year schedule has gone out the window, but Sabbath doesn’t have to. Today, I am sharing 5 practical ways that we protect and keep Sabbath throughout our summer, even when it looks like nothing it does during the school year.     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

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325 - The Summer Plan (Replay) show art 325 - The Summer Plan (Replay)

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Hey friend! Welcome back to Work and Play. Before we dive in, I want to give you a quick heads up that this is a replay episode, and it’s one of my favorites. We’re talking all about the summer plan. Honestly, this is worth a second listen. Whether you heard it the first time around or you’re brand new here, I think you’re going to love it! Resources from this episode:     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you...

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324 - 5 Fun Books for Summer show art 324 - 5 Fun Books for Summer

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If you are a reader or you have been wanting to read more this summer, today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing five books either that I’m currently loving or that I have already read and would highly recommend. Perfect for your summer reading list. Resources from this episde:       Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

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323 - Your Enneagram Summer Plan with Amy Wicks show art 323 - Your Enneagram Summer Plan with Amy Wicks

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I am so excited to share this conversation that I had with Amy Wicks. She is a certified faith-based enneagram coach, speaker, author, and the founder of Simply Wholehearted. She helps women, mamas, and entrepreneurs use the enneagram, but she combines it with a faith-based perspective. She encourages you to make wholehearted rhythms to overcome burnout, reduce overwhelm and live according to your design. She also created the Wholehearted Summer Workshop, which is what we’re talking about today: how to plan a summer where you and your family can thrive. I hope you love the conversation as...

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322 - Prayers for Mamas of Littles show art 322 - Prayers for Mamas of Littles

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We have made it to the end of May is for Mamas, and today is our last Friday minisode. It is full of prayers for mamas with littles.  Resources from this episode:     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

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321 - Sleep Training, Co-Sleeping, Breastfeeding : Q&A with Nancy show art 321 - Sleep Training, Co-Sleeping, Breastfeeding : Q&A with Nancy

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Today’s episode is going to be a really fun Q&A episode where I get to answer your questions about motherhood. Resources from this episode:     Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

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320 - Believe it For Your Motherhood with Abbey Wedgeworth show art 320 - Believe it For Your Motherhood with Abbey Wedgeworth

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In today’s May is for Mamas Friday minisode, I had my friend Abbey come and share a very small, but powerful portion from her book. It’s called “Believe it for your Motherhood” and she ends with a call and response question and answer time you can do with your kids. It’s so good and I think you’re going to love it.  Resources from this episode:       Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose...

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Hey friend, welcome back to Work and Play. Today’s a replay episode, and this one is near and dear to my heart. We’re talking about summer play, and I think sometimes we all need a little reminder that play is not a reward for finishing your work. It’s part of the good life. So grab a cold drink, find a quiet spot, and let’s dive in.

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