The Path to Black Belt!

Memorial Day Reflections and Family Moments

In this episode of the Older and Wilder podcast, Joy and Claire reminisce about Joy's past Memorial Day challenges, including participating in the Boulder Boulder 10K and the intense Murph workout ON THE SAME DAY. Claire shares a touching experience celebrating her dad's 80th birthday, full of family speeches and memories. They both discuss the significance of caretaking, as Joy recounts her experience supporting her mom through surgery and recovery. Claire updates listeners on her recent black belt test in karate, highlighting her son's growth and achievement. The episode wraps up with hints about a potential future travel adventure to Peru!!

00:00 Introduction and Memorial Day Memories

00:37 Explaining the Boulder Bolder and Murph

01:02 Family and Birthday Celebrations

05:20 Reflecting on Dad's Life and Achievements

13:29 Karate Black Belt Test Experience

29:06 Mountain Biking and Mom's Surgery Update

34:38 Post-Surgery Struggles and Nausea

35:54 The Car Ride Home

39:03 Settling Back at Home

41:23 The Role of Caretaking

46:38 Reflections on Parenthood and Caretaking

51:10 Surgery and Recovery Insights

01:00:55 Travel Plans and Wrap-Up