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Family First, School Second
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The quiet power of a well-run home shows up in small choices: a wall calendar filled out a month ahead, a simple weekly date night, and a motto that keeps everyone moving—no sacrifice, no victory. We sit down with Gavyn, a third-year law student balancing long externship commutes, and Maddie, a stay-at-home mom of three, to unpack how structure, faith, and teamwork turn a demanding season into steady progress.
Maddie walks us through the systems that keep their family grounded—meal planning, a visible month view for all appointments, and practical routines that tame decision fatigue. She shares how spiritual study, hobbies like embroidery and baking, and a focused health journey with weightlifting and calorie tracking rebuilt energy and confidence. Gavyn details the discipline of treating law school like a full-time job, creating clear boundaries for study, family time, and late-evening review when needed. He also talks about learning beyond textbooks—navigating office culture during externships and picking up hands-on skills like car maintenance to keep costs down and reliability up.
Together, they open up about parenting a child with a genetic condition and the systems they built to advocate well: note-taking at every appointment, a dedicated medical binder, and coordinated communication across multiple specialists. Their approach blends rigorous preparation with day-by-day faith, turning uncertainty into a manageable routine. Along the way, we explore why simple rituals—like French toast and a show on the couch—can be the glue that holds connection in busy weeks, and why budget choices are value choices when you want a parent at home.
If you enjoy real-world strategies for family balance, personal growth, and intentional living, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs practical hope, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show.
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Chapters
1. Family First, School Second (00:00:00)
2. Welcome And Wheel Of Life Focus (00:00:04)
3. Family Catch-Up And Grandbaby Stories (00:00:49)
4. Meet Gavin And Maddie (00:01:53)
5. Why Family And Education Matter (00:04:49)
6. Navigating Family Life With Structure (00:06:33)
7. Sponsor: Immune Support Defense (00:07:56)
8. The Power Of Calendars And Routines (00:09:17)
9. Continuous Learning As A Parent (00:12:06)
10. Managing A Child’s Genetic Condition (00:16:09)
11. Balancing Law School And Family (00:19:27)
12. Learning Beyond Class: Work And Cars (00:22:22)
13. Small Joys: Smoking Meat And Hobbies (00:26:00)
14. Personal Needs, Purpose, And Routine (00:29:02)
15. Simple Weekly Date Night Ritual (00:31:19)
16. Advice For Young Couples (00:33:24)
17. Closing Reflections And Call To Action (00:35:53)
18. Outro And Disclaimer (00:37:17)
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