Barren not Broken

2 Year Anniversary - What Has Been and What is Coming!

In this episode, Jason and BonnieRuth look back over the last two years of all that has come from stepping out and starting Barren Not Broken! There have been some incredible stories shared that have taught us as a BNB community to better learn how to grieve well. We have discovered we are not alone and grew stronger in learning no matter the barren places in our lives, we do not have to live broken! Not only do the Rolf's take time to honor what has come from the Barren Not Broken Podcast, they also share some exciting things on the horizon to becoming more than just a podcast. 

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How To Show Up When You Feel Like You Are The Only One - Nicole Clark and BonnieRuth

My friend Nicole from Twelve 12 Ministries not only shares her own story of infertility and the difficult decision to not move forward with trying to grow their family of 3 to 4. She shares her experience of feeling like "the only one". We talk about how to show up when it feels like you are the only one, how to be aware of others when in a group setting so everyone feels welcome. Nicole and I also tackle the topic of navigating tough choices when it seems like the unpopular choice. This incredible woman is a business owner, creative and a woman on a mission to inspire purpose and hope in the lives of woman. She has the most genuine heart. We hope this conversation encourages you and reminds you, you are not alone. 

 

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Never Underestimate The Impact of Someone Else's story- Deana and BR (Part 2)

Deana is an emotional architect who loves taking others places they didn't know to go. She is an author and conference speaker who loves to come alongside others to create a safe place for them to heal. She is one of my dearest friends. Deana and I have a conversation on how important it is to not let the barren places leave us broken. When we walk in brokenness we miss the relationships and legacy that is purposed for us. This episode is a bit different than the rest. However it is an important one to me. We navigate how important it is to learn from and be impacted by each other’s stories. Deana shares her story of abortion, motherhood, marriage and heartache with us. Through her story you will see she has done the hard work to grieve and heal. Together we communicate how each of our stories has impacted each other. I hope through this episode you discover that every relationship that comes into your path can add value to the legacy of your own story. @barrennotbroken

Never Underestimate The Impact of Someone Else's Story- Deana and BR (Part 1)

Deana is an emotional architect who loves taking others places they didn't know to go. She is an author and conference speaker who loves to come alongside others to create a safe place for them to heal. She is one of my dearest friends. Deana and I have a conversation on how important it is to not let the barren places leave us broken. When we walk in brokenness we miss the relationships and legacy that is purposed for us. This episode is a bit different than the rest. However it is an important one to me. We navigate how important it is to learn from and be impacted by each other’s stories. Deana shares her story of abortion, motherhood, marriage and heartache with us. Through her story you will see she has done the hard work to grieve and heal. Together we communicate how each of our stories has impacted each other. I hope through this episode you discover that every relationship that comes into your path can add value to the legacy of your own story. @barrennotbroken

Part 2: Building Bridges and Friendships

(Part 1 of our conversation is on The Roaring Mama Podcast)

I collaborated with Mary from the Roaring Mama Podcast.  Together we share how we have learned to be bridge builders and forging friendships in the midst of grief and lost dreams. Having this conversation with Mary reminded me of how important it is to have honest and authentic conversations with those you love and who love you. Part 1 is over on the Roaring Mama podcast and Part 2 is found here at Barren Not Broken podcast. Regardless if you are a mom, childless or TTC I hope you walk away from this two part episode encouraged to be a bridge builder in your own story!

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When life turns out different than we think- Cherece Casale and BonnieRuth

Cherece is a successful business woman, a beautiful soul and a sweet friend. She shares her childless journey and finding the love of her life. I had the best time chatting with Cherece. We cover everything from finding love, loving ourselves, navigating success, life and relationships as childless women. No matter your phase in the journey of TTC or Childlessness I promise you can gain some life nuggets from this fierce woman! We laughed, cried and just had so much fun learning from each other and we hope you enjoy the conversation with us. @barrennotbroken 

One Year Anniversary

Join us as we celebrate ONE YEAR of Barren Not Broken with an interview featuring host Bonnie Ruth Rolf and Jason Rolf.

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Leila’s Legacy- Dustin and Amy Alise Part 3

Dustin and Amy are dear friends who have walked through unimaginable loss and grief. After years of trying to conceive, they were so excited to find out they were pregnant. Their dreams were unexpectedly crushed when they discovered that their daughter, Leila, was going to be still born and would have to be delivered via c-section Christmas week. As you listen to this episode, you will be gripped with both sadness and a sense of hope. In the midst of heart wrenching loss, they have discovered how to strengthen their marriage, dream again and hold firm to their faith. Leila is honored daily and her parents live out her miraculous legacy with such grace and love. I hope that as you hear their story, you will be marked with a sense of promise in the midst of devastation. I pray you discover the strength to stand firm in who you are even in the darkest of days. Dustin and Amy are unfiltered and raw as they give us some relational and practical wisdom on how to walk with someone who has experienced deep and unexplainable loss. These two amazing parents have done an incredible job of allowing Leila’s legacy to be present, while still looking forward to all that God has for them. They are two of the bravest people I know, so lean in, take in and allow their story to impart purpose to your own.

Leila’s Legacy- Dustin and Amy Alise Part 2

Dustin and Amy are dear friends who have walked through unimaginable loss and grief. After years of trying to conceive, they were so excited to find out they were pregnant. Their dreams were unexpectedly crushed when they discovered that their daughter, Leila, was going to be still born and would have to be delivered via c-section Christmas week. As you listen to this episode, you will be gripped with both sadness and a sense of hope. In the midst of heart wrenching loss, they have discovered how to strengthen their marriage, dream again and hold firm to their faith. Leila is honored daily and her parents live out her miraculous legacy with such grace and love. I hope that as you hear their story, you will be marked with a sense of promise in the midst of devastation. I pray you discover the strength to stand firm in who you are even in the darkest of days. Dustin and Amy are unfiltered and raw as they give us some relational and practical wisdom on how to walk with someone who has experienced deep and unexplainable loss. These two amazing parents have done an incredible job of allowing Leila’s legacy to be present, while still looking forward to all that God has for them. They are two of the bravest people I know, so lean in, take in and allow their story to impart purpose to your own.

 

Leila’s Legacy- Dustin and Amy Alise Part 1

Dustin and Amy are dear friends who have walked through unimaginable loss and grief. After years of trying to conceive, they were so excited to find out they were pregnant. Their dreams were unexpectedly crushed when they discovered that their daughter, Leila, was going to be still born and would have to be delivered via c-section Christmas week.

As you listen to this episode, you will be gripped with both sadness and a sense of hope. In the midst of heart wrenching loss, they have discovered how to strengthen their marriage, dream again and hold firm to their faith. Leila is honored daily and her parents live out her miraculous legacy with such grace and love. I hope that as you hear their story, you will be marked with a sense of promise in the midst of devastation. I pray you discover the  strength to stand firm in who you are even in the darkest of days.

Dustin and Amy are unfiltered and raw as they give us some  relational and practical wisdom on how to walk with someone who has experienced deep and unexplainable loss. These two incredible parents have done an incredible job of allowing Leila’s legacy to be present, while still looking forward to all that God has for them. They are two of the bravest people I know, so lean in, take in and allow their story to impart purpose to your own.