Pebbles of Light Anne Maxson

Natalie Hobbs shares her story of learning that her new baby, Sam, had been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. She talks about how she personally worked through the diagnosis and what it would mean for their family and their new son as well as the joy and happiness that Sam has brought to their family.

This episode's Pebble: The pebble for this week is to check out one of the following organizations to learn a bit more about Down Syndrome.
National Down Syndrome Society
National Down Syndrome Congress
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network - They have a ton of very specific groups to meet your needs ... both for Moms and Dads.
Jack's Basket - They are doing an incredible job celebrating babies and changing the narrative of how parents receive their baby's diagnosis.
Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota - Super educational and helpful in all areas, across the lifespan!
Zion's Army - In memory of their son, they celebrate babies on their 1st birthday by sending gift boxes of therapy/learning toys.
Zoe's Toolbox - sends families therapy - OT, PT, Speech - supplies for free.

You can find links for them in the full show notes as well as find out how to support the podcast and the See Good Days Shop!

Casting director Beverly Holloway shares insights about what the faith-based film industry is like, the guidance and faith that led her to her vocation, and some behind-the-scenes tidbits about the hit streaming series “The Chosen.”

THIS EPISODE’S PEBBLE: Reflect on Proverbs 3:5-6 which states, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” What are ways you can more fully live the principles found in that scripture?

Aside from my husband and my dad, Lars Peterson and Drake Self have been some of the most influential men in my life. I’m so grateful for the chance to talk with them a bit about how they met while at the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics.

PEBBLE OF THE WEEK: Get in touch - whether in person, a phone call, a text, just something - with someone who has been a Pebble of Light in your life.

Be sure to check the full show notes for quotes, resources, and information about the podcast sponsors.

Have you ever wondered how to help your kids, or other youth in your life, recognize how amazing they are? Anne talks with Darla Trendler from the Spiritually Minded Women podcast about how to help others, especially youth, recognize their divine potential.

The PEBBLE for the week: Share an encouraging, sincere compliment with a teen - or anyone - that you know. Do your best to brighten someone else’s day with the power of your words!

Be sure to check the full show notes for references, including links to Darla’s podcast, and the quotes shared.

Deb & Kambree Austin talk about Kambree’s ability to overcome obstacles she has faced. With hemiplegic cerebral palsy, not many physical things come easy for Kambree but her grit and determination help her to move forward and have faith in the effort. Be sure to see the full show notes for references and resources.

PEBBLE OF THE WEEK: Consider a previous pursuit or goal when you did not achieve the expected outcome. Write down some of the things you learned through the effort that you put into that goal.

In this episode, Anne talks to her friends, Erin Gurney and Jessa Sebastian, about how to find the friends you need as well as the importance of effort and vulnerability in friendship. Be sure to check the full show notes for resources from the episode and links to find this week's guests!

PEBBLE FOR THE WEEK: Try to go a little bit out of your comfort zone to reach out to a new (or old) friend sometime this week. For some, “going a little bit out of your comfort zone” may consist of sending a “want to get some tacos on Thursday?” text. For others, it may include singing Vanilla Ice while dropping off a pack of gum. You do you!