🎙️ Episode 15 – A Mother, A Daughter, and the Truth About Blended Families

In this deeply personal episode of Feathered in Grace & Armor, Gina is joined by her daughter, Rachael, for a raw and honest conversation about family, faith, and resilience.

Together they look back at the hard seasons—navigating Gina’s divorce, the things Rachael saw and heard as a child, and how she processed it all in her own way. Rachael shares her unique perspective on what it was like watching her mom step out of her comfort zone, move from singleness into dating Chadd, and how that transition wasn’t always easy for her compared to her older brother, Drew.

They also open up about the realities of blending two families. From starting a group text that never quite clicked, to facing age gaps, distance, and different personalities—the journey hasn’t been picture-perfect. But through it all, there’s been love, grace, and lessons that continue to shape them today.

It’s an unfiltered, emotional conversation that anyone navigating divorce, parenting, or blended family life will connect with.

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In this powerful and personal episode of Feathered in Grace & Armor, Chadd and Gina open up about the stories written—not just on their hearts—but on their skin.

They start with a joyful moment: the recent baptism of their son Drew at Grace Community Church, a milestone filled with faith, family, and gratitude.

From there, they dive into the meaning behind their tattoos—Chadd’s Ephesians 5:25 and Gina’s Ephesians 5:24, a gift from Drew & Jess during a Florida trip. Gina also shares the beautiful biblical story of how God used the rib to create woman, a powerful reminder of the partnership and equality between man and woman found in Scripture:

It’s a conversation about love, faith, covenant, and the visible reminders we carry with us every day.

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In this episode of Feathered in Grace & Armor, Gina once again proves why she’s the real deal when it comes to understanding relationships. 💡 With her signature mix of wisdom, humor, and heart, she breaks down the building blocks of healthy communication for couples—especially in your “second act.”

Chadd gets vulnerable too, admitting he’s not exactly the best communicator (or planner 🤷‍♂️) and sharing how they’ve navigated those challenges together. The conversation is honest, real, and full of practical takeaways you can start using today.

Whether you’re trying to reconnect with your spouse, navigate a blended family, or just learn how to talk so you’re truly heard—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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