Bloom Where You’re Planted with Paul DeJong (Episode 42)

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In this powerful conversation, Heather and Amos welcome back their dear friend Paul DeJong for part two of his story. Paul, the former owner of Landscape Garden Centers in Sioux Falls, shares the journey of retiring after his Parkinson’s diagnosis and the life changes that followed.

He opens up about the challenges of letting go of independence, moving into assisted living, and learning to accept help with humility. Paul also reflects on faith, resilience, and how to “bloom where you’re planted”—choosing gratitude, connection, and purpose even in difficult seasons.

This episode is about more than Parkinson’s. It’s about hope, community, legacy, and God’s faithfulness in the midst of trials. You’ll hear stories of support, friendship, and the book project Paul is now pursuing to capture Sioux Falls’ urban forest history.

Paul’s perspective reminds us that life is about relationships, faith, and finding joy right where we are. His humility and humor will both inspire and challenge you.

Listen in and be encouraged to bloom, no matter where you’ve been planted.

Rerun: Bloom Where You’re Planted with Paul DeJong (Episode 42)

In this powerful conversation, Heather and Amos welcome back their dear friend Paul DeJong for part two of his story. Paul, the former owner of Landscape Garden Centers in Sioux Falls, shares the journey of retiring after his Parkinson’s diagnosis and the life changes that followed.

He opens up about the challenges of letting go of independence, moving into assisted living, and learning to accept help with humility. Paul also reflects on faith, resilience, and how to “bloom where you’re planted”—choosing gratitude, connection, and purpose even in difficult seasons.

This episode is about more than Parkinson’s. It’s about hope, community, legacy, and God’s faithfulness in the midst of trials. You’ll hear stories of support, friendship, and the book project Paul is now pursuing to capture Sioux Falls’ urban forest history.

Paul’s perspective reminds us that life is about relationships, faith, and finding joy right where we are. His humility and humor will both inspire and challenge you.

Listen in and be encouraged to bloom, no matter where you’ve been planted.

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