• Episode 23: Glamour, Challenges, and Laughter: Patty's Pageant Tale
    Aug 19 2023
    In this episode, Laura and Patty recount the hilarious and unexpected experiences of Patty's journey into the world of beauty pageants. Patty shares her initial hesitations, the challenges of navigating the pageant scene, and the peculiar interactions with former queens. She recounts her experiences from the final days before the pageant and describes the whirlwind of activities. She further focuses on the behind-the-scenes chaos of pageant competition sharing her experiences backstage.  She describes the chaotic and sometimes contradictory nature of the pageant environment, where contestants are discouraged from communicating with each other and faced with strict guidelines about attire. Due to the challenges and frustrations, Patty discusses her desire to create a better pageant system focusing on empowerment, sisterhood, and community service. Despite the frustrations, Patty expresses her pride in participating and achieving her dream of being on stage.  Join the conversation and get it all! Timestamps [00:36] Patty’s experience participating in a pageant. [05:19] The financial aspects of participating in a beauty pageant [07:59] The pageant circuit and its similarities to the experience of being in a cult [14:00]  Frustration due to the mismanagement and preparation for the rehearsals [16:22]  Awkward moments due to age differences and varying perspectives at the pageant [19:25] Significance of taking part in the pageant despite the costs and challenges  [22:24] Events that transpired before the show on Sunday [29:53] Balancing authenticity with pageant expectations [32:30] Patty's encounter with the drill sergeant and its impact on her interview readiness [37:44] Continuous posing for photographs at the beauty pageant [39:52] Matching bathing suit colors and varied reactions [43:56] Patty's Sunday night pageant preparations, outfit changes, and determined dress choice [51:24] The backstage dynamics, challenges, interactions, and group participation efforts during various pageant segments [54:32] Patty's confident triumph in the bathing suit segment [01:00:04] Patty's emotional journey and togetherness through pageant segments [01:06:51] Surprising outfit rules, director's influence, and discussion dynamics in the pageant [01:09:12] Patty’s Award: The Longevity & Goodwill Ambassador for Positivity Award [01:18:31] Patty's goal: a sincere pageant system aligned with her values [01:26:44] Patty’s next plans Notable Quotes There is something in not just saying yes but doing something that scares you.I get ready as fast as I can, and even if I'm still putting on my shoes or something, I'm ready at, on, on the side, the stage waiting. Yeah. Because I don't want anybody looking for me. I don't want anybody looking. I, that's my worst fear going. Where's Patty? Where's Patty? You know? So I'm sitting there. I would rather be waiting in position. Yes. Yeah. You know, that's me. I'm the one that wants to wait at the airport. Of course. I don't want to be waiting at home. Anybody that knows anything about women, you know what you're getting yourself into. You know what you're getting yourself into when you get into a room full of women, anybody that's been around pageant women or caddy women.With me having the privilege of not being, not having to work. Yeah. I can accomplish almost anything I want to do. Right. And I got to go to every rehearsal, event, or anything they wanted to do. So anytime I was there, Right? I would giggle with the girls and just say, I'm happy to be here. In the beginning, there's always trying to keep you on the hook. That's the thing. Yeah. They'd say one thing, but then you'd see the behind-the-scenes. But they in the front, you know, they say something. Yeah. And then, but you're, you pull the behind the scenes, or they say something to one girl and they, you, you notice it's different for another girl, or they're saying it to you something, but then they don't know that you're friends with this girl because you're not supposed to be talking to each other. Go to remember Sisterhood.  Resources Remember to SHARE the laughter and like our page and podcast! Facebook: facebook.com/laughingthroughlifepodcast Instagram: instagram.com/laughingthroughlifepodcast Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/laughing-through-life/id1640193921 Spotify: spotify.com/show/0QKe1IZZyltggobPeMOKh6?si=a1464036057c4757
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  • Episode 22: Let's Catch Up On Life Stuff!
    Aug 5 2023

    In this episode, Laura and Patty discuss the ever-fluctuating weather in Las Vegas, sharing their experiences of unpredictable heat waves and sudden downpours. Laura shares her recent series of peculiar dreams, leaving Patty intrigued and eager to unravel their hidden meanings. She also opens up about her struggles with high anxiety over the past three years, shedding light on her discovered challenges and coping mechanisms.

    They also talk about Patty’s latest adventure in purchasing a new car and recount her encounter with the shop manager. Patty also shares a recent endeavor of revamping her master bedroom, sharing the highs and lows of her remodeling journey. 

    Join Laura and Patty in this fascinating and diverse conversation and share the laughter!

    Timestamps

    [01:27] The weather in Las Vegas

    [02:50] Laura’s weird dreams

    [04:04] Laura’s experience with high anxiety for the last three years

    [09:46] Patty’s new car and her experience with the shop manager

    [10:33] Who was Pinky Tuscadero?

    [14:17] What it takes to get new license plates

    [17:34] Patty’s experience with redoing the main bedroom

    [22:37] Bad experience with the glass company

    [27:25] How to make your bedroom look brand new

    [30:51] Why Laura has to change her doctor

    Notable Quotes
    • They say that was like everybody's crazy right after Easter. Because you know, that's what Easter is based on the full moon. Yes. Oh, the cycle of the moon. Yes. They go by the moon cycle and are always different every freaking year. 
    • The thing is, I don't have to be the middleman. I choose to be the middleman because I want things the way I want. And I want to make sure everybody's got it right. I won't be the one to show up to the doctor. And they say, oh, sorry, this isn't covered because you didn't give us the right form or whatever.
    • Just laugh through it because the angrier you get, it hurts you and not them.
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  • Episode 21: Laughing It Up: Words That Will Instantaneously Make You Sound Smarter
    Jul 22 2023

    In this episode, Laura and Patty catch up on recent events and share some interesting insights about a podcast convention they attended. They talk about the valuable things they learned there, including tips on social media posting and scheduling videos on YouTube. 

    Laura recounts her experience dealing with a troll on YouTube and how she handled the situation. Have you ever thought of some words that would instantly make you sound smarter and amazing English words the world has forgotten? Laura and Patty share it all. 

    Tune in to this exciting episode as we share the Laughter!

    Timestamps

    [02:18] Ron’s visit to the dentist

    [07:19] Things learned at the podcast convention

    [07:38] Social media posts and scheduling

    [07:50] Scheduling videos on youtube

    [08:28] Patty’s first convention ever

    [12:55] Words that will instantaneously make you sound smarter

    [15:04] The definition of cacophony

    [20:29] How Patty came up with the words

    [22:36] How Laura responded to a troll on YouTube

    [32:19] Amazing English words that the world has forgotten about

    Notable Quotes
    • I don't like to work harder. I like to work smarter. And so today, look, I do all the social media; I do what I can. 
    • Attacking women online is not how to deal with your trauma.
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  • Episode 20: Come Meet Our Dad
    Jul 8 2023

    In this episode, Laura and Patty are joined by their dad and talk about how they moved to Las Vegas and the experience of shifting from State to State. They also talk about how it was when they were growing up and how they used to call their grandparents when phones came into existence. 

    Growing up was fun; they share how they used to play in the alley next to a trash can. They also talk about the number of people in Las Vegas when they moved in and took a look at the places their father worked at.

    Have you ever wondered why Laura and Patty are always funny? Tune in to this enlightening conversation and get it all!  

    Timestamps

    [00:51] About Laura and Patty’s dad

    [01:15] One thing that Dad misses about his country

    [01:46] Growing up and what it was like

    [03:41] How and when we came to Las Vegas

    [05:49] Playing in the alley next to the trash can

    [08:30] The feeling after moving to Las Vegas

    [08:59] Number of people in Las Vegas when we moved there

    [12:22] Dad’s first place to work in Las Vegas

    [18:39] Where Dad watched the world cup from

    Notable Quotes
    • There's a lot of opportunity because Las Vegas is what I call an enigma. It's very different anywhere else. Jobs that are here don't exist in other places. Things that are here don't exist in other places.
    • So when we moved to Las Vegas, it was a medium number of people when we got there. It was a sign now. We've reached the medium people.
    • I remember one thing, though. When we got here, I said okay, this is it. The kids went to three different schools in different States. This is it; we got to make a deal. 
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  • Episode 19: What are Your Hygiene Habits?
    Jun 24 2023

    In this episode, Laura and Patty open up about their hygiene habits and share hilarious stories. They discuss what happens when you want to try a new place and the anxiety that comes with it. Patty reveals her daily dilemma when she wakes up, and Laura shares her foolproof skincare routine.

    They also talk about their hair care routines, including planning hair-washing days and the benefits of not washing your hair daily. They explore why our brains focus on the negative things first and how to combat those thoughts. 

    Join Laura and Patty in this captivating episode as they spill the tea on hygiene and self-care. Tune in for more insightful and entertaining discussions!

    Timestamps

    [02:07] What happens when you want to try a new place

    [02:44] Experiences with doctor's appointments

    [06:08] Patty’s daily dilemma when she wakes up

    [07:42] What Patty does to her face

    [11:42] What Laura does for her skincare 

    [14:15] Planning hair-washing days

    [15:30] Benefits of not washing your hair daily

    [16:18] Importance of having hot showers in the winter

    [21:07] Showering and cleaning on Sundays

    [23:46] How often do you shave your legs?

    [28:02] Why the brain tells you the negative things first

    [31:27] Brushing teeth routine

    [38:49] About painting nails

    Notable Quotes
    • Like, don't expect any kind of customer service from anybody.
    • But I know that if you're using the wrong thing, sometimes your skin is not oily or whatever; your skin is just overproducing oil because it's freaking out with what's going on in your face.
    • The benefit of not washing your hair is washing and styling your hair can save you up to 30 minutes. 
    • The brain is in survival mode, so it always tries to save you. So the brain will tell you the negative first because it wants you to be safe.
    • I saw this meme that says, clothes. They're too clean for dirty clothes. Yeah, too dirty to be hung back up in the closet. Welcome to the chair.
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  • Episode 18: What We Like As We Get Older
    Jun 10 2023

    In this episode, Laura and Patty share their life stories and catch up on what they've been up to. They talk about making an Amazon wish list and how it can be a fun way to keep track of the things they want. Patty shares a recent weekend getaway to San Diego and discusses how the right ambiance can make all the difference in the level of satisfaction.

    Have you ever put away a shopping cart for no apparent reason? Laura and Patty share some interesting insights on things to note when getting a cart in some stores, including why there are bumps on the way out.

    Tune in for this interesting episode as you laugh your way through the shift that we all go through in life! 

    Timestamps

    [04:21] Making an amazon wishlist

    [06:12] Aiden’s facetime with Patty

    [08:38] Weekend getaway in San Diego

    [12:56] What Patty likes when eating

    [15:09] Your ambiance determines your satisfaction

    [17:41] Things to note when getting a cart in some stores

    [18:45] Why there are bumps on your way out of stores

    [21:01] The shopping cart theory

    [22:44] Tell me you are over 50 without telling me you are over 50

    [22:56] Does cart wash exist?

    Notable Quotes
    • What it is, is that I'm just to a point in my life where I know what I like, okay, and I don't like a DJ when I'm eating. I like a conversation when I'm eating.
    • I realized that they have bumps on the way out, even if it's smooth at the very end. They said it's like blind people or people not paying attention because you're about to enter the road.
    • We are all part of society. It's not me against you or, you know, fuck everybody else. I'm going just to live my life. And I'm not saying you have to go around collecting shopping carts. I'm just saying that. Put your fucking shopping cart away.
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  • Episode 17: What Really Happens at the Gynecologist: A No-Nonsense Discussion
    May 27 2023

    In this episode, Patty shares with you what often happens during a check-up with an OB-GYN. The two also discuss several things you should never feel embarrassed to discuss with a gynecologist.

     

    Questions on this episode:

    • Do you prefer male gynecologists?
    • What percentage of patients will shave or wax before they go to see a doctor?

     

    Key Points:

    • Today in Las Vegas
    • Laura talking about playing around Ourtime App
    • Patty shares her visit to Gynecologists.
    • Funny things that no one taught us when going to see a doctor.
    • Laura and Patty tackle things that you should never feel embarrassed about when going to a Gynecologist.

     

    📣 Laura and Patty reminding you to go see your Gynecologist, Ladies! 

     

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  • Episode 16: The Great Packing Debate: Overpacking vs. Underpacking
    May 13 2023

    Is it better to overpack or underpack?

     

    As with anything in the world, each has pros and cons. When preparing for a vacation, there are several factors to take into account or to consider, such as the nature and duration of your journey, the weather, and any weight restrictions imposed by your means of transportation. 

     

    In this episode, we'll learn Laura and Patty's preferences regarding when and how they'll pack for a trip as well as their opinion on tips to avoid overpacking and underpacking!

     

    Questions on this episode:

    • When you travel, do you overpack or underpack?
    • Do you ever do laundry when you're on vacation?
    • Would you rather fly or would you rather drive when you travel?

     

    Key Points:

    • Wanted to go to the beach
    • Making sure laundry is done before vacation.
    • Getting rid of some clothes
    • Not wearing but to have some option
    • Lobby clothes
    • Not feeling bad when over packing
    • Bra and underwear problem
    • Tips to avoid over packing conversation
    • How many socks and underwear you should bring on a trip–Laura and Patty discussion.
    • Being careful in packing
    • Wrinkled clothes
    • Trying to not beat the GPS
    • Just bringing things that I really like

     

    How do you guys pack for a trip? We want to know!

     

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