The Whimsy and Wisdom of a Simplified Rural Life
05/09/24 • 32 min
As the morning sun washes over the Tennessee countryside, Karyn Houser and her husband typically find themselves sitting on their porch, sipping coffee. There the two enjoy the restorative power of nature within their 37-acre haven, setting the tone for our conversation. As we chat about the therapeutic company of Serama chickens and the artistry behind Karyn's whimsical tote bags, we are reminded of the philosophy that she lives by—a belief in the value of joy and the wisdom of downsizing to amplify that joy.
Join us for this heartfelt exploration of the richness of community spirit, the restorative power of nature, and the profound peace found in a life less cluttered by material possessions.
Thank you for listening.
Be sure to visit the Restless to Renewed website for pictures and more information about episode guests at www.RestlesstoRenewed.com.
As the morning sun washes over the Tennessee countryside, Karyn Houser and her husband typically find themselves sitting on their porch, sipping coffee. There the two enjoy the restorative power of nature within their 37-acre haven, setting the tone for our conversation. As we chat about the therapeutic company of Serama chickens and the artistry behind Karyn's whimsical tote bags, we are reminded of the philosophy that she lives by—a belief in the value of joy and the wisdom of downsizing to amplify that joy.
Join us for this heartfelt exploration of the richness of community spirit, the restorative power of nature, and the profound peace found in a life less cluttered by material possessions.
Thank you for listening.
Be sure to visit the Restless to Renewed website for pictures and more information about episode guests at www.RestlesstoRenewed.com.
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Restless to Renewed - The Whimsy and Wisdom of a Simplified Rural Life
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JaniceHost
Welcome to Restless to Renewed: Women, Redefining Midlife and Beyond. I'm your host, Janice Neely, and today my guest is Karyn Houser. Karen has been on the program once before and I'm so pleased that she agreed to be here again today. Karen has had many adventures in her life, but now, at age 62, she and her husband, Bill, have settled down on a piece of property in Portland, Tennessee, where they've found peace, quiet and happiness. Welcome, Karen, and how are things go
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