Jay Norman is here! (Jess' man.) They talk about that one wild day when the family cat, Tommy, went missing—and how a simple pet search turned into this unexpectedly emotional rollercoaster. The kids got involved, everyone was on edge, and somehow it all made them reflect on what really matters in a family. Jess and Jay also go off on a tangent about a super awkward public moment—one of those things that’s equal parts mortifying and hilarious—and how showing up as your real, messy self is kind of the bravest thing you can do.

Listen as Jess and Jay have an honest, heartfelt conversation about love, community, and how even in the middle of panic or embarrassment, we find connection.

Chapters

00:00 - Intro

03:54 - The Mysterious Missing Cat

11:53 - Dreaming Big: A New Chapter

25:51 - The Game Begins: Confronting Fear and Performance

47:04 - Reflections on Togetherness and Separation

54:41 - Navigating Change: The Impact of Growing Up

About Jess

Jess is a storyteller and seeker of meaningful connections in Texas by way of Baton Rouge, LA. Geaux Tigers! With a passion for humor and authenticity, she explores life’s complexities and embraces each experience with wild grace. You can find Jess rearranging her room for the third time this month, designing the perfect outfit for an upcoming rodeo, or hugging a friend for way too long! She has been married to her Texas farmer for eight years, and the two have blended a beautiful crew of five children, ages 12-19. You can hear all about their marriage and world over at their joint podcast, Moving On Again.

Together, the duo has set out to get ALL of the goodie from this life they have graciously been given! Deeper connections with themselves and others, an even stronger family, a bulletproof marriage, and a life you have to recover from in the end! Giddy up!

Connect

Website: https://jessrushnorman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess_rush_norman/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessrushnorman?lang=en

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