Thankfulness: A Coffee Shop Conversation

11/28/24 • 51 min

Murders to Music: Crime Scene to Music Scene (Streamline Events and Entertainment)

What if a rental car mishap could teach you more about gratitude and resilience than any self-help book? Join me on the Murders to Music podcast as I reflect on the unexpected lessons from a challenging trip to Fairbanks and a heartfelt encounter with the parents of a homicide victim. This holiday season, we'll explore the deep-seated gratitude that emerges from meaningful moments with family, drawing from a cherished memory on the Oregon coast with my children, Justice and Keegan. Whether it's navigating the complexities of gratitude or recounting wild adventures in Las Vegas and Chicago, this episode promises insights and inspiration just in time for Thanksgiving.
From the thrill of transitioning from a patrol officer to a detective, to the emotional toll it takes on family life, hear how these experiences prepared me to support my daughter, Addie Grace, through her struggles. We'll tackle the stigma surrounding PTSD and the importance of therapy, featuring listener comments that shine a light on the hurdles faced by service members. Discover how organizations like Sheepdog Resumes aid law enforcement professionals in translating their invaluable skills into new career opportunities, ensuring they don’t feel trapped in the wake of societal changes.
As we celebrate the success of the podcast, I'll share plans for refining episodes and building a vibrant listener community. Connect with us on Instagram @murderstomusic, and join a conversation that goes beyond the episodes, cherishing the people who walk alongside us in this journey. Let this episode be a reminder to hold your loved ones close, focus on the irreplaceable moments, and fill your holiday season with warmth, gratitude, and meaningful connections.

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Murders to Music: Crime Scene to Music Scene (Streamline Events and Entertainment) - Thankfulness: A Coffee Shop Conversation

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Well , what is going on everybody ? Welcome back to the Murders to Music podcast . My name is Aaron , I'm your host , and this show is going to be a little bit different than some of the others that I've recorded . Instead of being narrative-based and

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providing a message or something like that , this show is going to be more conversati