In 'Fourth Wing,' twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail is forced by her mother, a commanding general, to join the elite dragon riders at Basgiath War College. Despite her physical weaknesses due to a chronic illness similar to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Violet must use her intelligence and wit to survive the competitive and deadly environment. She faces numerous challenges, including sparring matches, the Gauntlet climbing challenge, and battles in the War Games. Alongside her struggles, Violet uncovers secrets about the leadership and forms complex relationships with her peers, including the ruthless but charismatic wingleader Xaden Riorson. The book is part of the Empyrean series and combines elements of fantasy, adventure, and romance.
Ep. 177: I’m back from an amazing trip to Colorado, and in this solo episode, I’m sharing all the details—my first real girls’ trip, incredible food, nostalgic skiing, and the support I didn’t know I needed. Greg even came out to meet me for Valentine’s Day in Aspen, making the trip even more special. But beyond the fun, this time away gave me space to reflect on everything I’m going through with IVF. I’m opening up about the emotional ups and downs, how I’m staying grounded during the waiting period, and the mindfulness tools that are helping me through it.
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Topics Discussed
- 00:00:00 Welcome
- 00:04:02 Vail trip
- 00:04:39 Skiing
- 00:06:28 Keeping up with routine while on vacation
- 00:11:51 Aspen trip with Greg
- 00:12:31 Struggling with alone time
- 00:13:25 Anxious IVF thoughts
- 00:14:25 Thankful for Greg
- 00:15:11 Using TikTok as a distraction and support
- 00:16:46 Dealing with friends’ pregnancies
- 00:19:15 Getting back into routine
- 00:20:53 Understanding the greater purpose of the pain God gives us
- 00:26:06 Things that have helped Mari get through her struggles with IVF
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