• Be a Fairy Godmother
    Apr 29 2025
    Episode Notes

    On this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne and Michelle talk about an event that Suzanne recently “hosted” at her home. As Michelle compliments Suzanne’s generosity in helping somebody’s dreams come true, Suzanne hijacks the sentiment with what she shares as her true motivation. Michelle reminds her that in life both things can be true. What do you think?

    Then before this episode concludes, Suzanne shares this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

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    29 mins
  • A downside of traveling abroad
    Apr 22 2025
    Episode Notes

    On this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne and Michelle will be sharing the downside of their recent travel abroad. Did they know that this could happen? Yes! But were they prepared for it? Well…we will let you decide.

    Then before this episode concludes, Michelle shares this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

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    31 mins
  • In hindsight, it makes a good story…
    Apr 15 2025
    Episode Notes

    On this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne and Michelle share a few of the adventures they had while they were in China and Japan. They learned a lot. They experienced a lot. They adventured a lot. But…would they do it again? Listen in to find out.

    Then before this episode concludes, Michelle shares this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

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    35 mins
  • It's time to settle back in!
    Apr 8 2025
    Episode Notes

    Suzanne and Michelle are back from their recent trip to Asia. While both of the ladies are tired and experiencing jet-lag, that doesn’t stop them from unpacking the chaos that comes with returning back home. It’s so busy! It’s so overwhelming!! Be sure to listen in, because they both have a lot to share.

    Then before this episode concludes, Suzanne shares this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

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    35 mins
  • Remembering how to 'baby'
    Apr 1 2025

    On this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne opens up to Michelle as they discuss her new grandson and his time in the NICU. From there, the conversation shifts to his first couple weeks at home. This baby talk then sparks a conversation about when their own kids were infants!! They both agree that the times have changed, and that their way of doing things might be slightly outdated. Because it doesn’t seem like that long ago, it’s a hard pill for them to swallow.

    Then before this episode concludes, Suzanne shares this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

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    28 mins
  • Anxiety and traveling outside your comfort zone
    Mar 25 2025
    Episode Notes

    On this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne and Michelle will discuss their upcoming trip abroad. Michelle, being a creature of routine, is having a hard time dealing with her anxiety and fears about the unknowns that come with visiting a new foreign location. Will this conversation with Suzanne help to put some of those fears to rest? Or will it only ignite new concerns that she hadn’t yet thought of? Listen in to find out.

    Then before this episode concludes, Michelle will share this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'. OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com

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    26 mins
  • A supported journey
    Mar 18 2025

    In this week’s episode of Orange Juice Optional:

    Suzanne and Michelle discuss the heartfelt journey that Suzanne has experienced alongside her daughter. Suzanne candidly discusses the highs and lows from her viewpoint, carefully noting her degree of separation and its significance. The conversation will step into the world of IVF, as seen through the lens of a devoted parent and grandparent.

    This inspired conversation will bring listeners to the end of another OJO episode. However, before their final ‘cheers’, Suzanne will share this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

    Podcast referenced in this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tara-lipinski-unexpecting/id1703350436

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    34 mins
  • There is always an unintended consequence
    Mar 11 2025

    Suzanne and Michelle delve into a conversation about the law of unintended consequences. They’ll explore both positive and negative examples, taking a moment to highlight the significance of being mindful of unknown possibilities. This being especially true when the outcome may impact others.

    The conversation then shifts to the topic of AI. Are you a supporter? Tune in as the ladies share their perspectives, because AI is certainly here to stay.

    These two topics and some general chitchat will bring this episode to a close. However, before their final ‘cheers’, Michelle will share this week’s ‘Something to Sip on'.

    OJO's 'Something to Sip on' is always a featured quote intended to inspire reflection and continued contemplation.

    Until next week everyone stay authentic to who you are! Cheers!!

    For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations:

    Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.orangejuiceoptional.com www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com

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    24 mins