The Chef's Wife's Life
Live your beautifully imperfect life! We were made on purpose and for a purpose. Join me, Sommer, as we talk about ALL THE THINGS. Let's grow together with grace, and hopefully, a lot of laughter as we dig into life, identity, and truth.
You will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life. Philippians 2:15-16
Episodes
27 episodes
27-50 Years of Valentine's with Bill and Diane
Ever wonder why some couples stay together forever? Diane and Bill are a great testament to marriage, celebrating over 50 years together. Listen as they share their story, give pointers on how to make it work and make us laugh along...
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26-Galentine's with Deneb!
February is the month of love! This conversation isn't about our significant other; it's about our girlfriends and our love for our tribe. Deneb is here to help us learn the ins and outs of hosting a Galentine's party with your favo...
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25-The Purpose of a Vision Board with Sara
Are you ready to take on the new year? My friend Sara and I share our experiences with vision boards in my first episode of 2025. Listen as we talk about what a Vision Board is, the importance of it, and how to do one y...
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24-What is Rest? with Heather
Don't let the summer end without taking some time to rest. What does that mean? In this "Sister Chat" episode we define what rest is. We talk about the importance of it and how Jesus did it too. We talk about different ...
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23-World Breastfeeding Week with Candice
In this episode, we talk about breastfeeding for World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7). Candice is an entrepreneur and mom of four who has almost 11 years of breastfeeding in the bag. We talk about birth, doulas, midwives, eve...
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22-Fitness with Jacob Siwicki - Siwicki Fitness
We are back with our first podcast of the year! It's a good one! In this episode, I talk with Jacob Siwicki, founder of Siwicki Fitness, about proteins, heavy lifting, cardio, detoxes, and how to change things up but also be consist...
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21-The 50/50 Means to Marriage with Jim and Stephanie Gee
Happy Anniversary to my in-laws. In this conversation, Jim and Stephanie, share 50 words/ideas/values that have helped them make it to 50 years of marriage. All relationships take effort and work but if you take the time, you will f...
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20-Let Your Light Shine Through Generosity with Nadia
It's the most wonderful time of the year! We know that life gets busy and chaotic during this season when you want to just sit and relax and take it all in. In this episode, we talk about the different ways that we can be generous b...
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19-Gratitude After Grief with Leah
We are in the third part of our November Gratitude series. Today you will hear from Leah about some of her loss, the effects it has had, and how gratitude has played a part in her grief. She shares practices she has used to help her...
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18-Gratitude After Divorce with Cheryl K.
Oola is a term we use when we are feeling balanced in the seven key areas of life: fitness, finance, family, field, faith, friends, and fun. In my conversation with Cheryl, we talked about how she has found gratitude in each of thes...
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17-Gratitude After Addiction with Angela
Gratitude comes easy when life is good, but how easily do we find it when we are going through hard times? Angela's addiction story started way back in childhood, and while there were many points of sobriety, it wasn't until her complete ...
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16-Being Intentional with Your Family Community with Heather Wallace and Andrea Glick
There are many pockets of community and this week we dive into Family Community. I'm with two of my sisters, Heather and Andrea, in today's episode. We talk about how we have grown together over the years not just as sisters but als...
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15-Five Things to Apply When Building Your Tribe with Alli Hren
I cannot stress how important community is. With over 20 years of friendship, I sat down and had a fun conversation with my best friend, Alli. Together we came up with the five things we think are needed to make and keep a lifelong ...
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14-How to Care for Your Ministry Community with Heather Wallace
Join my conversation with Heather Wallace on how we can care well for our ministry community. We talk about who fits that role and what vocational ministry looks like. She gives practical ways to care well for your church leaders an...
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13-We All Need Community
In today's episode, I talk about the importance of having community and people in your life. Enjoy!
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12-Sommer's Book Suggestions
Looking for a good book for growth! In this quick episode, you'll hear about my favorite four from this past year. Enjoy!
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11-Homeschool Panel Part 3
Join me in my final conversation about homeschooling as I talk with Tyler and Jessie. Tyler was homeschooled from first through 12th grade and now he and Jessie have chosen to homeschool their two young children. We talk about the b...
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10-Homeschool Panel Part 2-Teens
Join me as we get some teenagers' perspectives on homeschooling. We talk about why they homeschool, the different ways they have homeschooled, the things they love and don't like about it, along with the infamous topic of "socializi...
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09-Homeschool Panel Part 1
Homeschooling 101. I sat down with five other ladies who have been or are currently homeschooling to answer all the questions. We talk about why we homeschool, how we homeschool, and dig into the famous question of socializing. ...
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08-Living a Life of Wisdom with Jim and Stephanie Gee
This final week in our series is all about wisdom. Join me as I chat with my in-laws about gaining wisdom through our own and other people's experiences, positive affirmations, Marriage Encounter, growth, and living with gratitude. ...
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07-Living a Life of Humility with Renee McGraw
It's all about humility! Join me as I talk with Renee about her journey with prayer, addiction, relationships, and even a little homeschooling. "Humility is a heart attitude, not merely an outward posture" (Renee McGraw).If...
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06-Living a Life of Passion with Andrea Sedlock
Join me as I sit down with the founder and president of Rukundo International, Andrea Sedlock. She shares how her passion led her to start this nonprofit. Listen to hear all about the school they have been building, entrepreneurship...
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05-Living a Life of Integrity with Cheryl K.
In this episode, my friend, Cheryl, and I talk about all the things-fitness routines, values, self-care, positive affirmations, and the importance of community. "Self-care is not selfishness. It's not like you're putting yourself first be...
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