In episode 115, Vicki and Wynne engage with author Danny Miller, who shares insights from his book, 'The Way of the Wave.' The conversation explores themes of surrendering control, embracing creativity, navigating life's challenges, and the importance of self-care. Danny recounts his personal journey of transformation, emphasizing the significance of trusting the flow of life and the lessons learned through various experiences. The episode concludes with Danny reading his poignant poem, 'Life's Lantern.'

Here are some key takeaways from our discussion:

• Danny Miller discusses his journey of surrendering control.
• He emphasizes the importance of creativity and flow in life.
• Self-care is essential for maintaining balance and well-being.
• Danny shares personal anecdotes to illustrate his lessons.
• The concept of 'wave obstructors' and 'wave enhancers' is introduced.
• He highlights the significance of attentive listening in parenting.
• Danny reflects on the importance of navigating life's lulls.
• The conversation touches on the power of vulnerability in storytelling.
• Danny's poem, 'Life's Lantern,' encapsulates his philosophy.
• The episode encourages embracing life's unpredictability.

This is a fantastic episode with a whole-hearted author sharing valuable and vulnerable lessons. We know you'll love it!

Links for this episode:

Episode 115 show notes

Danny's website danielamiller.com

Danny's book, "The Way of the Wave": https://www.amazon.com/Way-Wave-Natures-Navigating-Currents/dp/0982893078).

Danny also narrated the audio book, available on Amazon, B&N, and Apple iTunes.

From the Hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith; Blog: https://wynneleon.com/

In this fascinating episode, Vicki and Wynne talk with author, Mark Wukas. Mark has just released his debut novel, The Kiss of the Night.

It’s a book more than 40 years in the making. Mark talks about how he cultivated the book that lived inside him for so long.

We also get to hear about his careers as a journalist and teacher. He tells us what it was like to work a 5pm – 2pm shift as a City News reporter in Chicago.

Vicki and Wynne get the details of the interplay of journalists and police and the gritty feeling of the denizens of the night.

Mark and Vicki talk about some of the notable Chicago landmarks featured in the story. Wynne can attest that even for non-Chicagoans, the incredible details of place and time provide a richly textured backdrop for this gripping story.

Mark turns the tables on us to find out our favorite parts of the book – the diner scenes, the difference between facts and the truth, and the coming of age shift that happens as we face the real world.

This is a fantastic episode with a fascinating author about a riveting book. We know you'll love it!

Links for this episode:

Episode 114 show notes

Mark's recent interview on WGN Radio.

"The Kiss of Night" - Available exclusively from Eckhartz Press

Rick Kogan's column in the Chicago Tribune: Former City News kid Mark Wukas delivers "The Kiss of the Night"From the hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith; Blog: https://wynneleon.com/

In this thrilling episode, Vicki Atkinson and I have the pleasure of chatting with the captivating thriller author, Carl Vonderau.

Carl left the world of international banking to become a writer, and he masterfully weaves his banking knowledge and upbringing as a Christian Scientist into his novels.

Carl takes us on a journey as he shares his meticulous research process for the locations in his books. His dedication to capturing the essence of each place is truly fascinating.

We admire and chuckle at Carl's language skills. He shares the wisdom that to speak a foreign language, you must be willing to embrace embarrassment.

Get an exclusive preview of Carl's upcoming book, "Past Due." Discover why one of his core themes is the necessity for families to grow and evolve.

This is a must-listen episode featuring an intriguing author, adventurer, and family man, Carl Vonderau. We know you'll love it!

Links for this episode

Episode 113 show notes

Carl Vonderau » Carl Vonderau

Carl Vonderau on Amazon

Carl Vonderau on Goodreads

From the hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith; Blog: https://wynneleon.com/