Two decades of marriage has taught us that every couple creates their own unique contract, with different rules, boundaries, and arrangements that work specifically for them. We explore what makes marriages last and how to navigate the complexities of sharing your life with another person.

• Identifying deal breakers early in the relationship creates clear boundaries
• Having separate finances can eliminate major sources of conflict for couples with different spending styles
• Finding ways to accommodate each other's quirks without constant criticism
• The "marriage contract" concept—recognizing that each couple creates their own terms
• Adjusting expectations as you grow and change together over time
• Learning to distinguish between what truly matters and what you can let slide
• How living with someone for decades creates patterns and rhythms unique to your relationship
• Maintaining individuality within marriage through personal space and independence

Welcome to Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt

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We've decided to visit Maine for our next scavenger hunt adventure instead of our original plans for London or Italy. Neither of us has ever been to Maine, but we're excited for lobster rolls, amazing chowder, and exploring destinations like Portland and Ogunquit.

• Using an Alaska credit card companion fare to travel as far as possible while staying in the U.S.
• Planning the trip for late October/early November
• Excited about the connection to "Murder She Wrote" which was set in fictional Cabot Cove, Maine
• Looking forward to trying authentic lobster rolls and comparing them to our limited previous experiences
• Already debating chowder preferences - not too many potatoes, plenty of clams, good balance of vegetables
• Interested in visiting Ogunquit, known as an LGBTQ+ friendly destination
• Seeking recommendations for weird roadside attractions and must-visit spots

If you have any tips about great places to visit in Maine, please let us know!

Welcome to Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt

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Email: dmshpod@gmail.com
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Christmas IG: @drugstorecowgirljewelry
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We're back after a short hiatus due to life commitments, travel plans, and some social media frustrations that temporarily derailed our recording schedule. We dive into the complexities of Mother's Day and how it affects people differently depending on their relationship with motherhood.

• Breaking down why Mother's Day is more complicated than just celebrating mothers
• Examining whether wishing "Happy Mother's Day" to non-mothers is appropriate
• Discussing the varying expectations mothers have for the holiday
• Exploring how to celebrate the day when you've lost your mother
• Sharing personal experiences of how we observe (or don't observe) Mother's Day
• Comparing Mother's Day expectations to Father's Day and birthday celebrations
• Detailing our approaches to caregiving during illness and recovery

We sincerely apologize for the technical difficulties at the end of this episode - we're learning and promise to figure this shit out. Thanks for putting up with us!

Welcome to Dead Mom Scavenger Hunt

Holla at us with questions or comments:

Email: dmshpod@gmail.com
Insta: @deadmomscavengerhunt
Follow us on Facebook!

Christmas IG: @drugstorecowgirljewelry
Cara IG: @cara.steinmann

OR you can get all the uncut video and audio if you join us on Patreon. See you there!