Your role as an aunt or uncle, plus lessons learned in climbing mountains, and house rules for when a roommate starts dating. Featured musical artist: David Dunn Roundtable: Influence Your Nephews and Nieces Having nieces or nephews is a tremendous amount of fun — but do you know you can also have a huge impact on their lives? Spending time with them, setting a good example, teaching life skills, and just letting them know they’re loved; these all make a huge difference in their development and sense of identity and belonging. Our conversation includes practical ideas for connecting as an aunt or uncle, plus how to stay in your nieces’ and nephews’ lives even if they live far away. Watch This Segment on YouTube Send Us Your Show Ideas Leave Us a Voicemail Culture: Climb Every Mountain (Or at Least One) July 30th is National Climb a Mountain Day, and we’re celebrating by chatting with hiker-adventurer Jen Smith. Jen shares how she got into mountain climbing, the benefits it provides, how she meets God (and others) on the trails, and lessons she’s learned from training and traveling (including a trip to Nepal!). She’ll also give preparedness tips for safe and successful hiking. Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family’s Faith Through God’s Creation Inbox: When a Roommate Starts Dating How do you adjust when your roommate starts dating and wants to hang out in your home with their boyfriend or girlfriend? Should you set ground rules? Boundaries? Kasie Ewing weighs in. Find us on YouTube
