Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast. I'm Sissy Gough. I'm David Thomas. And I'm Melissa

Trevathan. And we are so glad you've set us out a few minutes to spend with us today. In each

episode of this podcast, we'll share some of what we're learning in the work we do with kids and

families on a daily basis at Days Are Counseling in Nashville, Tennessee. Our goal is to help you

care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help,

and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey from our little yellow house

to yours. The Raising Boys and Girls Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Menno.

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Shawna Nequist is the New York Times bestselling author of Cold Tangerines,

Bittersweet, Bread and Wine, Saver and Present Ever Perfect. Her newest book, I guess I haven't

learned that yet. Just hit the New York Times bestseller list this month. Shawna is a bookworm,

a beach bum, and a passionate gatherer of people, especially around the table. She's married to

Erin and they live in New York City with their sons Henry and Mack. Shawna, we are so honored and

delighted to get to talk to you today. And so excited that this is the day. Is today the announcement

of the New York Times bestseller list? It is. Yes, we found out yesterday afternoon. Wow,

congratulations. Congratulations. Thank you. What does that feel like? You know it doesn't change

everything, but it sort of changes everything. But also I still just like went out for pizza last night

and you know, so it's an amazing accomplishment that I'm just an honor and I'm so excited about

it. And then also, you know, still me, still in my messy apartment doing normal stuff. Like all

things. Well, we are so excited because we have all been grading your book and have loved it

and have loved so many of your books. Grateful for the truth you have shared with the world for so

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