Perennial Pen (What Matters Most): A Silver Maple Strategies Podcast with Nate Birt

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Perennial Pen is a podcast for people who miss deep conversation and still believe the best questions in life deserve more than a rushed answer. I'm Nate Birt, and each episode is an invitation to slow down, pull up a chair, and listen in on the kinds of stories, memories, and life lessons that usually don't come out unless somebody makes the time and asks with care. We'll talk about family, faith, regret, joy, keepsakes, growing older, what lasts, and what we hope the people we love will remember about us when all is said and done. This isn't polished advice from on high. It's closer to a fireside chat, a front-porch visit, or one of those long conversations that leaves you feeling more awake to your own life. My hope is that you'll hear something here that helps you ask better questions, tell the truth a little more bravely, and start leaving a legacy now, while there's still life in your veins and people to love. If you're hungry for deeper connection—with your parents, your kids, your friends, your own story, or simply the life you're living—welcome. There's a seat for you here.

  1. 4d ago

    'Grief Changes A Person. You Just Can't Change Back.'

    Every year around the birthday of her son, Robert, Donna from Missouri goes out to dinner with her son's best friend and his wife. Robert died in a car accident at age 17, yet those meals give her the opportunity to reconnect with her son through the new stories she hears about him annually. Once, she learned about a secret overnight trip they took to Memphis: The two teenage friends had each told their mothers they were staying at the other's house.  For Donna, those conversations are precious, and they invite conversations she wishes more people would invite. The grieving process never truly ends, and sometimes, hearing and sharing funny stories—knowing someone is there to listen—means everything. In this episode, we explore how to keep showing up for people after a loss, the Christian faith that sustains Donna, and the family-history detective work her mother inspired. From birthday dinners to discoveries in old newspapers, Donna reminds us how much we can learn when we keep asking questions and sharing stories. Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. In this episode, we explore: How birthday dinners with Robert's best friend help Donna discover new stories about her son and keep his memory alive What Donna wishes others understood about grief, including why talking about a loved one can be a comfort long after the first year of loss How grief continues to change Donna, how she navigates painful moments, and why she makes herself available to others who need someone to listen The Christian faith that has sustained Donna through loss and the peace she finds in her relationship with God How Donna's mother inspired a love of genealogy, leading her to solve family mysteries with the hope of old newspapers, historical records, and ancestral connections Where to begin documenting your own family's history—and why meaningful conversations require us to go beyond the simple reply of, "I'm fine" Reflection Question Who in your life has lost a loved one? What might you say or do to safely invite them to share something about the person they miss so much?  Connect with Donna Sandegren Connect with Donna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-sandegren-22bb3330/ Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on the Perennial Pen podcast, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. And if you're enjoying these conversations, please consider rating the show and leaving a review so more people can discover the wisdom and stories our guests have to share. Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    'Grief Changes A Person. You Just Can't Change Back.'

  2. Oct 26

    #24: 'You Can Either Be Bitter, Or You Can Be Better'

    Sam from Missouri has two words tattooed on his arms: "over" and "next." He sees himself standing between them. During many challenging seasons, Sam has had to acknowledge when something is over while remaining open to what comes next. Over a three-year period, Sam and his wife, Rhonda, cared for their infant son, Michael, as he underwent treatment for a brain tumor while Rhonda battled breast cancer. Sam ultimately lost them both. With a young daughter, Katherine, to raise and a fledgling advertising agency to run, he faced the enormous challenge of moving forward after unimaginable loss. In our conversation, Sam reflects on what those years taught him about the surprising capacity of caregivers, the generosity of people willing to help, and the importance of choosing who we surround ourselves with. We also explore how his family's experiences inspired his professional commitment to making healthcare less complicated and more humane.  Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. In this episode, we explore: How Sam and his wife, Rhonda, navigated caring for their infant son, Michael, while both were undergoing treatment for different types of cancer Why Sam believes we often underestimate what we're capable of enduring, particularly when caring for loved ones The extraordinary generosity of a church community, family members, and an employer—and how those experiences reshaped Sam's understanding of helping others The meaning behind Sam's "over" and "next" tattoos and his commitment to becoming better rather than bitter  How Sam turned his personal experiences navigating healthcare into a professional mission to simplify the system for other families Practical ways to reduce the complexity of managing healthcare, along with Sam's encouragement to surround ourselves with loving people and ask for help when we need it Reflection Question What's a current chapter of your life that you might need to label as "over" so that you can decide where to go next? Connect with Sam Meers Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammeers/ Listen to Sam's Kansas City Marketing Legends podcast co-hosted with Mike Swenson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kansas-city-marketing-legends/id1744991897 Sam recommends that caretakers learn about (and, when feasible, work with) geriatric care managers to navigate the complexities of the health care system, as described in this article in The New York Times. Sam encourages caretakers to learn about resources available through the Aging Life Care Association, including its network of trusted geriatric care managers. Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on the Perennial Pen podcast, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. And if you're enjoying these conversations, please consider rating the show and leaving a review so more people can discover the wisdom and stories our guests have to share. Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    #24: 'You Can Either Be Bitter, Or You Can Be Better'

  3. Oct 19

    'It Worked, And We're All Happier For It'

    Scott had packed his truck and was driving toward a new life in Vancouver, Canada. After years of traveling back and forth between two countries to spend time with his daughter Sophia, he finally had a chance to live near her full time. His ex-wife Kathy's husband, Davy, had offered him work. It seemed like the next logical step in their extraordinary family arrangement. But when Scott reached the Canadian border, everything unraveled. In Part 2 of my conversation with Scott, my former high school newspaper teacher and one of the most influential mentors in my life, we explore how Scott ovecame this hurdle and how this unconventional family arrangement continued to adapt as Sophia grew up. Scott reflects on what their commitment to one another made possible, the personal and professional effects, and what he's learned about resilience, sacrifice, and keeping the people we love at the center of our decisions. If you haven't listened to Part 1, I encourage you to start there. You'll hear how Scott, Kathy, and Davy first developed their international parenting approach and learn why Scott left a teaching career he loved to preserve his relationship with his daughter. Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. In this episode, we explore: How Scott's plans to move to Vancouver unraveled at the Canadian border, creating a new crisis for the family Why Kathy and Davy offered to support Scott financially, and the complicated emotions he experienced in accepting their generosity How the family's unconventional parenting arrangement continued to evolve through Sophia's graduation and adulthood The sacrifices Scott made in his career, finances, and personal life—and why he still doesn't regret his decisions What Sophia's resilience and close relationships with her parents reveal about the family's enduring commitment to one another Scott's reflections on navigating uncertainty, establishing priorities, and making decisions that benefit others as well as ourselves Reflection Question What would you be willing to give up in exchange for an amazing relationship with someone you love? Connect with Scott Boulbol Listen to Part 1 of my conversation with Scott: https://sites.libsyn.com/615900/22-i-cant-go-all-that-time-without-her-part-1-of-2 Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-boulbol-6a1b976/ Read Scott's outdoors and endurance sports journalism on Muck Rack: https://muckrack.com/scott-boulbol-1 Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on the Perennial Pen podcast, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. And if you're enjoying these conversations, please consider rating the show and leaving a review so more people can discover the wisdom and stories our guests have to share. Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    'It Worked, And We're All Happier For It'

  4. Oct 13

    'I Can't Go All That Time Without Her' (Part 1 of 2)

    Scott sang to his daughter Sophia before she was even born. One of his favorite songs was Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind." In the anxious moments after Sophia's birth, when her mother needed medical attention, Scott took his crying newborn into his arms and began singing that familiar tune. Within a few notes, she stopped crying and looked up at him. For Scott, it was an extraordinary moment of connection and a sudden realization of the enormous responsibility—and joy—of being a father. In this episode, I reunite with Scott, my high school newspaper teacher and one of the most influential mentors in my life. We explore a remarkable family story that begins with heartbreak and uncertainty, develops into an unconventional international parenting arrangement, and ultimately reveals what's possible when people refuse to let their differences stand in the way of loving a child. When Scott and Kathy separated while Sophia was still a toddler, they made a commitment to remain equally involved in their daughter's life. They continued attending therapy together to strengthen their relationship as co-parents, spoke positively about one another, and worked to preserve the stability and love Sophia had always known. But through an unexpected turn of events, Kathy fell in love with Davy, a longtime friend who lived in Vancouver, British Columbia. His family business kept him firmly rooted in Canada. Kathy wanted to build a life with him, but Scott couldn't imagine being separated from Sophia for weeks or months at a time. The solution was extraordinary, and you'll hear Scott's remarkable family story beginning with this episode. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation about fatherhood, family, sacrifice, accepting help, adapting to the unexpected, and discovering that love sometimes asks us to rewrite our plans. Stay tuned for Part 2, when Scott takes us through Sophia's later school years, her graduation and adulthood, and the twists and turns that continued to shape their family and the extraordinary relationship they share today. Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. In this episode, we explore: How Scott and Kathy approached their separation and how they continued to support Sophia The unexpected international adventure that unfolded when Kathy fell in love with Davy, who lived in Vancouver, Canada The family's unusual two-week travel arrangement that allowed Sophia to spend substantial time with both parents Why Scott eventually chose to leave a teaching career he loved and pursue freelance journalism to preserve his relationship with his daughter The generosity, trust, pride, and questions of personal identity involved in accepting financial and logistical support from others Reflection Question What's one worry or fear that you could give yourself permission to set aside for the next 24 hours?  Connect with Scott Boulbol Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-boulbol-6a1b976/ Read Scott's outdoors and endurance sports journalism on Muck Rack: https://muckrack.com/scott-boulbol-1 Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on the Perennial Pen podcast, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. And if you're enjoying these conversations, please consider rating the show and leaving a review so more people can discover the wisdom and stories our guests have to share. Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    'I Can't Go All That Time Without Her' (Part 1 of 2)

  5. Oct 5

    'The Thing That Has Never Failed Is to Listen With an Open Heart'

    Some family stories survive because one person finally thinks to ask the right questions. That's what happened to Lisa from Florida, our very special guest on this episode. Lisa's story-preservation process started with a beloved family cookie: thin, crispy chocolate spice cookies made each year by Hansi, a relative whose life had been shaped by the Holocaust and subsequent immigration to Venezuela. Lisa loved those cookies as a child. Years later, when Hansi was elderly, Lisa asked how she made them. She came away with Hansi's distinctive cookie cutter and a handwritten recipe — in German, difficult to decipher, and still nearly impossible for Lisa's family to recreate exactly. What she didn't get were all the little details that never made it onto the page. That almost-lost recipe opens a much bigger conversation in this episode about what we inherit, what we preserve, and what it means to belong when your family story crosses countries, cultures, religions, and generations. Lisa shares why she now believes we have to ask questions while we still can. She describes a beautiful tradition she created for her daughter's quinceañera, asking family members to write down treasured recipes along with the little instructions, memories, and context that make them more than just ingredients on a page. We also talk about Lisa's own evolving understanding of belonging. Growing up in Venezuela with an American mother and a Venezuelan-born father whose parents were Holocaust survivors, Lisa once experienced her family's many cultural influences as evidence that she didn't entirely fit anywhere. Over time, she began to see those features of her life differently: not as competing identities, but as a rich collection of experiences that allowed her to belong in more places than she realized. That insight continues to inform Lisa's work with young people as a nonprofit CEO and, especially, as a parent. We talk about the difference between fitting in and belonging, the extraordinary pressure young people can feel to be exceptional while simultaneously trying not to stand out too much, and why teenagers need their parents' steady presence even when every outward signal seems to say otherwise. Lisa also offers a powerful practice that can benefit all of our lives, whether or not you have children:: listen with an open heart. That means giving another person our presence before our advice and our curiosity before our judgment. In this episode, we explore: How a beloved family cookie recipe was nearly lost — and what Lisa wishes she had asked while there was still time How recipes can preserve far more than ingredients, including family history, migration, memory and identity How Lisa helped her daughter begin collecting family stories through handwritten recipes Why multicultural family histories can create both questions of belonging and an extraordinarily rich sense of identity The important difference between fitting in and truly belonging Why young people need adults who are curious about their experiences rather than quick to judge or fix them How parents can remain a dependable "base" for teenagers as they explore greater independence Why listening with an open heart may be one of the greatest gifts we can give another person How our quirks, differences, and perceived imperfections might be some of the very things worth preserving Why honoring where we came from can help us honor the people and generations coming after us Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. Reflection Question Who is one person you care about whom you could listen to more intentionally — without fixing, correcting, or preparing your response — and what might you discover if you simply gave them your full attention? Connect with Lisa Hauser Learn more about Code/Art, the nonprofit Lisa Hauser leads as CEO Connect with Lisa Hauser on LinkedIn Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on Perennial Pen, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. I reply to every message personally! Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    'The Thing That Has Never Failed Is to Listen With an Open Heart'

  6. Sep 30

    #20: 'Which Option Is Going to Bring Me the Biggest Joy?'

    Debbie from Scotland spent more than 24 years in social work, built a family, moved countries and made some enormous life decisions along the way. Yet some of the most important changes in her life began with a question many of us rarely consider asking: Which option is going to bring me the biggest joy? For Debbie, choosing joy doesn't mean pretending difficult things aren't happening or expecting ourselves to feel happy all the time. It means learning to listen to ourselves, recognize what we truly want, and trust that we can handle what happens once we've made up our minds. This approach to life has helped Debbie navigate everything from relationships and motherhood to leaving a longtime career and building her own business. In this episode, I talk with Debbie about the difference between happiness and joy, why certainty can be so attractive when we're afraid of the unknown, and how we can strengthen our trust in ourselves through surprisingly small everyday choices. Debbie shares how years of caring for other people eventually left her struggling to answer a basic question from her own life coach: What do you actually want? Relearning how to answer that question became part of a much larger journey toward understanding her own worth, setting boundaries, and giving herself permission to pursue a fulfilling life. We also talk about why other people's advice — even when it comes from people who genuinely love us — is inevitably filtered through their own experiences. Debbie explains why she now tries to establish her own opinion first, then invites outside perspectives without automatically surrendering her point of view. Debbie reminds us that we can all experience simple joy without a lot of extra effort: noticing the warmth of a cup of tea, smiling at somebody we pass, picking up a piece of trash, or simply asking ourselves what we genuinely want in this particular moment. In this episode, we explore: Why Debbie distinguishes between externally driven happiness and an internal sense of joy How fear of uncertainty prevents us from trusting ourselves Why many women become disconnected from their own wants while caring for families, careers and everyone around them How tiny choices — even coffee versus tea or sweet versus savory — can help us practice listening to ourselves Why Debbie establishes her own opinion before asking other people for theirs How joy can change across different seasons and chapters of life Why being allowed to change direction can free us from choices that no longer fit How presence, rest, and ordinary moments can become meaningful sources of joy Why choosing yourself sometimes requires setting boundaries with the people you love How Debbie's forthcoming book, The Joy Frequency, invites women to explore self-worth, intuition, boundaries, energy and joy without turning personal growth into another checklist Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. Reflection Question What's one decision you know you want to make, yet you're hesitating to make it? What might happen if you trusted yourself enough to take the next step? Connect with Debbie Lucas Learn more about Debbie Lucas and her work as The Joy Alchemist on her website Connect with Debbie Lucas on LinkedIn Grab a copy of Debbie's book, The Joy Frequency, scheduled to be released Oct. 29, 2026 Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on Perennial Pen, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. I reply to every message personally! Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    #20: 'Which Option Is Going to Bring Me the Biggest Joy?'

  7. Sep 21

    'If You Want to Change Your Community, I'd Start With the People Who Live Closest to You'

    David from Missouri has spent much of his life learning that seemingly ordinary experiences can lead us to moments of clarity and purpose years later. For him, that's meant turning lessons from childhood into practical acts of neighborliness. As a neighboring advocate, author, and teacher, David's leadership has sparked a nationwide movement committed to helping people strengthen local connections, foster regular acts of neighborliness, and combat pervasive isolation and loneliness.  Those early lessons often stemmed from David's entrepreneurial spirit cultivated while working closely with his grandfather - a man with an eighth-grade education whom David remembers as one of the smartest people he's ever known. David launched an unsuccessful earthworm business at age 10 and went on to plant a pumpkin patch, pick rocks, haul hay, and mow neighbors' lawns, among other ventures. In this episode, I talk with David about how those early experiences helped form his understanding of hard work, faith, community, and what it means to truly know the people who live around us. David shares how his grandfather taught him less through lectures than by inviting him to work alongside him. Those hours together gave David something more valuable than a work ethic: stories about the Great Depression, a one-room schoolhouse, family sacrifice, education, and why certain things in life are worth working toward. We also talk about a consequential season when David left law school after his father's death and spent a summer praying and wrestling with what direction his life should take. His Christian faith became central to that decision-making process. The path he ultimately chose led him to pursue journalism, introduced him to the woman who would become his wife, and eventually led him to forge a career building local communities and human connection. David explains how a meaningful life is built through small acts repeated faithfully with the people right in front of us. In this episode, we explore: What David's failed earthworm business taught him about preparation, persistence, and trying again The lessons his grandfather passed down while they picked rocks, hauled hay, and raised cattle How stories from the Great Depression and a one-room school shaped David's understanding of life and purpose The role David's Christian faith and prayer played in a major turning point after his father's death How leaving law school for a small-town newspaper changed the course of David's life Why knowing our neighbors' names is such a powerful first step toward finding belonging The difference between being a harmless neighbor and becoming an engaged one How loneliness and intentional isolation can weaken the relationships closest to us Why our individual gifts — whether baking cookies, writing notes, hosting dinner, or playing ping-pong — can become tools for connection How a simple effort to celebrate good neighbors grew into Missouri Good Neighbor Week Why stronger communities can begin with small acts of kindness close to home David's reminder that "neighboring's a crock pot, not a microwave" Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. Reflection Question Who is one person living near you whose name, story, or needs you don't yet know — and what is one small, sincere step you could take this week to get to know that person better? Connect with David Burton Learn more about David Burton and his work with University of Missouri Extension: https://extension.missouri.edu/people/david-burton Grab a copy of David's book, "The Neighboring Playbook: Becoming America's Most Neighborly State" Connect with David Burton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-burton-5041728/ Learn more about Missouri Good Neighbor Week: https://missourigoodneighborweek.com/ Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on Perennial Pen, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. I reply to every message personally! Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

    'If You Want to Change Your Community, I'd Start With the People Who Live Closest to You'

  8. Sep 14

    'Everyone Has a Different Mental Model of This World'

    Ed from Georgia has spent much of his life helping people solve business problems, navigate uncertainty, and move forward with greater clarity. But in this episode, he shares something more personal: how his journey of getting to know himself more honestly, especially in midlife, helped him build stronger relationships with the people he loves most. In this episode, I talk with Ed about what it means to "know thyself" in a way that is practical, humble, and deeply human. I really appreciate Ed's honesty about his own wiring, his inner critic (we all have one, and that's a good thing!), and the stories he's learned to question rather than simply accept as true. Ed shares how tools such as the Enneagram and Kolbe helped him better understand how he naturally sees the world, takes action, and relates to others. He also reflects on the gift of midlife, the importance of curiosity, the challenge of staying open to change, and why human connection might become even more valuable in an age shaped by artificial intelligence. His story is a great reminder that self-discovery allows us to see ourselves more clearly. And when we understand how we're wired, we can listen better, enjoy deeper relationships, and make more thoughtful choices about life. Sincere thanks to Lee Williams for his fantastic production of this and every episode of Perennial Pen. In this episode, we explore: Ed's reflections on beginning a deeper journey of self-discovery in midlife How the Enneagram helped him understand his wiring, motivations, and relationships Why knowing yourself can make you more empathetic toward the people closest to you What it means to notice the stories we tell ourselves — and decide whether they need rewriting How to change your relationship with your inner critic instead of trying to silence it The value of curiosity, listening, and being willing to be persuaded How midlife can become a meaningful season of reflection rather than regret Ed's thoughts on optimism, resilience, and learning to bet on yourself Why human connection might become even more important in the age of artificial intelligence Reflection Question What's one story you've been telling yourself about who you are, what you can do, or what your life is supposed to look like? What might change if you began to rewrite that story this week? Connect with Ed Gandia Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgandia/ Learn more about Ed and B2B Launcher: https://b2blauncher.com/ Listen to Ed's podcast: https://b2blauncher.com/category/podcast/ Call to Action If you or someone you know has a meaningful, life-affirming story to share on Perennial Pen, email me at nate@silvermaplestrategies.com. I reply to every message personally! Chronicle Your Loved One's Stories or Your Organization's Anniversary/Milestone Would you like help preserving your loved one's amazing life stories? Is your business or nonprofit looking for a way to celebrate an important anniversary or milestone? My wife, Julie, and I can help you do that. Learn more about our 90-day Perennial Pen engagement: https://www.silvermaplestrategies.com/perennial-pen-family-legacy-book

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Perennial Pen is a podcast for people who miss deep conversation and still believe the best questions in life deserve more than a rushed answer. I'm Nate Birt, and each episode is an invitation to slow down, pull up a chair, and listen in on the kinds of stories, memories, and life lessons that usually don't come out unless somebody makes the time and asks with care. We'll talk about family, faith, regret, joy, keepsakes, growing older, what lasts, and what we hope the people we love will remember about us when all is said and done. This isn't polished advice from on high. It's closer to a fireside chat, a front-porch visit, or one of those long conversations that leaves you feeling more awake to your own life. My hope is that you'll hear something here that helps you ask better questions, tell the truth a little more bravely, and start leaving a legacy now, while there's still life in your veins and people to love. If you're hungry for deeper connection—with your parents, your kids, your friends, your own story, or simply the life you're living—welcome. There's a seat for you here.

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