U Can Do It

Join us as we share the highlights of our adventure through Brazil! In this episode, we talk about traveling across the country while trying to speak Portuguese with locals, and the language barriers we experienced along the way. We also share our favorite moments, cultural connections, and what we've learned while exploring one of our favorite countries. Whether you're learning a new language, planning a trip to Brazil, or simply love travel stories, come along for another fun chapter of our journey!

Join us as we celebrate Ashlynn's 10th birthday! She talks about birthday wishes from friends, a fun-filled trampoline and laser tag party, favorite gifts, and the excitement of having her brother visit from Georgia. As always, real life sneaks into the podcast with a funny ending you won't want to miss.Transcript link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15HnanRe9JCBasqevyZgdO5prdoQxsO35xXiZL1dwGUU/edit?usp=sharing

From lightning-filled skies to spelling bee victories, this week's episode is packed with excitement. Join us as we talk about school achievements, rainy season weather in Mérida, and one very unexpected backyard mishap......I apologize for speaking so fast this time, I think the weather made me a bit anxious :)

This week we catch up after a short break, celebrate passport success, and talk about Ashlynn’s upcoming multiplication competition, English spelling bee, and Spanish “deletreo.” There are nerves, confidence, and at least one word nobody can spell correctly.

100 downloads and 30 days later—we’re celebrating! 🎉Ashlynn finished her no-Ramen challenge, and Mom almost finished her no-sweets challenge.Listen as we share our results, favorite foods, and a fun debate.Transcript available at the following link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SEt6WAugBlUsckFbyjRF0xCTF4kGnHSu3JuaoaRtEbY/edit?usp=sharing

Today we had an important day—we went to the U.S. Consulate to renew a passport.We talk about what happened, how we felt, and what we had to do.Then we play a fun game: Would You Rather? 😄Listen and choose your answers with us!Transcript link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vGROWwJZd1ir0SJBKPtJHc5Qh0RuYIJ_sRzEiWTiyYc/edit?usp=sharing

We had a problem at a toy store 😳…what does Ashlynn think about how I handled the situation?Did I do too much, or was I right to speak up? In this episode, we share the update and talk about standing up for yourself—in simple English.The Transcript is available at the following link:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JEAJCQW00iglTQNACipoZ6Ui6rd_EGUtmmcTX2kCeoM/edit?usp=sharing

Welcome to the first episode of the U Can Do It podcast!  I couldn't start this journey alone so today I am also introducing my favorite little sidekick.  Together we will share our adventures of the day that happened to include a little bit of DRAMA.  Thanks for joining :)Transcript link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dSKXzsaSwupjCC_3UPU_WiBr5umE393qM1Zv_J7YAdI/edit?usp=sharing