PUT A PIN IN THAT

In this compelling episode, MJ dives into the disturbing trends of detachment and unkindness she observes in modern society. Drawing from a heartfelt social media post, she underscores the paramount importance of loving your neighbor, regardless of differences in appearance, belief, or background. "No exceptions," she emphasizes, urging for a return to genuine human connection and community spirit. Throughout the episode, MJ intertwines personal stories and testimonies, reflecting on how small acts of kindness and a caring community can profoundly impact lives. She recounts a poignant story about a single mother named Sandra battling a severe health crisis and the admirable support extended by MJ and her community. The narrative captures not just the gravity of Sandra’s health issues, which required a liver transplant, but also the overwhelming joy and relief when a miracle brought Sandra a new liver just in time. Through this recount, MJ reiterates the biblical principle from Matthew 22:37-39 about loving thy neighbor, emphasizing that real change begins with each person's willingness to act and support one another. Quotes: • "Love your neighbor that doesn't look like you, think like you, love like you, speak like you, pray like you." • "I'm putting into the universe what I want to receive back into the universe." • "When you talk about a miracle and just saying that, you just have to just hang in there and just hold on." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this heartfelt episode, MJ dives into a personal and emotionally charged experience involving her young adult son and a car accident. With vivid storytelling, MJ underscores the importance of parental intuition, the grace of divine intervention, and the need for mindfulness in everyday life. Throughout the episode, MJ takes listeners on a journey from the initial feeling of unease she sensed that morning, through the shocking phone call about the accident, and finally to the scene of the crash. Her detailed recounting not only highlights the severity of the incident but also emphasizes the miraculous avoidance of greater harm due to unusual traffic circumstances, which she attributes to divine presence. MJ also reflects on the lessons learned from this incident, stressing the necessity of listening to one’s inner voice or "spirit man," as she calls it, and the importance of slowing down in a fast-paced world. The episode addresses the sometimes challenging transition of young adults into independence and the unwavering concern parents have for their children, no matter their age. Quotes: • "That was nothing but God, I promise you... he would have taken out three lanes of cars had there been traffic on the other side of him." • "If it's something that is gnawing at you and nagging at you or whatever, pay attention to it." • "We need to be very in tune and be more mindful about things that are going on in the world today." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ takes us on a rollercoaster ride of her recent adventures involving a visit to Walgreens, a lost debit card, and the harrowing experience of replacing her driver's license at the DMV. She recounts the details with humor and candor, making the story both relatable and laugh-out-loud funny. MJ's saga begins with a seemingly routine trip to Walgreens to pick up a controlled substance prescription, which leads to her debit card and driver's license being inadvertently discarded. This mistake sets off a chain of events that includes a mad dash to make a DMV appointment. Quotes: • "I pulled a Beyonce. I said, I woke up looking like this." • "This same dude that didn't call 911." • "I looked like someone who was coming off of drugs, and had been arrested, and had left a baby in the backseat in a hot car." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ shares a delightful mix of humor and drama as she recounts an eventful attempt to get her hands on some delicious peach cobbler made by her grandma, Mimi. What begins as a simple dessert craving, her plans are thwarted multiple times, and turns into a dramatic story involving family members and a near medical emergency. This tale of suspense and comedy encapsulates themes of family, health, and the unexpected twists of everyday life. Quotes: • "So all day, I'm waiting on a peach cobbler... I'm pacing through the house, and he's lounging around all day." • "He said, all I could think to do was whistle...I said, 'What kind of whistling were you doing?'" • "I'm a cooker and not a baker. So I wanted to learn how to make my own peach cobbler." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ shares a personal and humorous narrative that captures her battle with COVID-19, highlighting how her love for strong scents led to an unexpected self-diagnosis. Her story begins with a misdiagnosis of an upper respiratory infection and unfolds as a revelatory journey through her scented home. After several days of treatment, MJ experiences a sudden loss of smell in the middle of the night, which triggers a cascade of fear and self-awareness regarding the virus. She reveals her emotional roller coaster and quarantine experiences, adding colorful commentary on her family's reaction and her subsequent outreach to a favorite retailer. Packed with candid reflections, MJ’s tale infuses humor into a situation fraught with global anxiety, while also shedding light on the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic with vivid detail. Quotes: • "It was like, just like overnight, I couldn't taste and I couldn't smell. It was, like, crazy." • ”It's probably like 2:00 in the morning. I don't smell anything." • ”You know, you gotta declare it. So I had to go to work, get tested. Yeah, they call, you know, they send you back home." • ”I decided to call Bath & Body Works. Because I was thinking, I'm gonna let them know that they saved my life." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this candid and spirited episode MJ recounts a personal experience at a new dental office (recommended by a friend) that purportedly aims to offer high-tech, premium services. Throughout her visit, she encounters a hard-sell on unnecessary and costly procedures such as periodontal cleanings, alongside similar attempts with her teenage son. Through the right mix of humor and gravity, MJ effectively captures the essence of healthcare self-advocacy. Quotes: • "You mean to tell me I've got to have this type of clean? Are you serious?" • “If we do a regular cleaning and we start breaking up all that stuff in your mouth, it could break up and then it could get in your system and kill you.” • "I ran an HIV dental clinic, so I know a thing or two about a dental clinic and teeth." • "Don't let these people scam you." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this captivating episode, MJ takes us through the whirlwind story of her own wedding day with the charming backdrop of the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens. She details the trials and triumphs of organizing a wedding under the unpredictable Texas skies, drawing listeners into the warm November day that marked her special occasion. Using vivid descriptions, MJ paints a picture of a perfectly planned garden wedding that encounters a sudden change in temperature, testing her adaptability and resolve. From her choice of a small, intimate wedding to the challenges posed by a scorching 86-degree day, MJ's narrative is filled with humor and resolve. Her story speaks to the heart of what it means to embrace life's unpredicted moments with grace and a touch of humor. Quotes: "You just don't get to see all those wonderful little details." • ”It was gonna be cool and crisp, so I didn't have to deal with mosquitoes and flies and sweating and, you know, all that." • “Let’s just get to some “I do’s” and get this over with.” • "It may sound like a nightmare, but it ended up turning out being beautiful with the photographer that I had." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

MJ entertains listeners with a relatable and humorous tale revolving around the preparations and mishaps of her bestie’s wedding. As the appointed maid of honor, MJ navigates the tricky waters of bridesmaids' personalities, dress selections, and last-minute venue challenges. MJ begins by shedding light on the enthusiasm and trepidation that accompany the news of a best friend's wedding, as she dives into her experience with a demanding wedding coordinator. Adding to the drama is the wedding day itself, MJ goes toe-to-toe with a flight of stairs in front of a roomful of guests. The episode concludes with MJ's candid reflections on the unpredictability and joy that weddings can bring, inviting listeners to see the humor and love in such life events. Quotes: • "My bestie, the one who went to Paris … was actually very easy." • "I slid and fell down the steps. And all you can hear is the room. I mean, everybody gasped." • ”I'm sitting at the house on a computer … and ponytail fell out of my head." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ gets personal and dives deep into the complex dynamics of family life. Titled with the casual charm that MJ brings to each conversation, this installment is particularly engaging as it touches on a universal truth — you can't pick your family. Blurring the lines between blood relations and those we know so intimately, they might as well be kin; MJ shares anecdotes filled with humor, chaos, and a touch of drama from their upbringing. Notable Quotes: • "He had every girlfriend around the equator." • "I got the worst beat down of my life. And I was told that I talk too much." • "You all need to inform me to let me know who's the wife and who's the girlfriend!” ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ delves into the complexities of family relationships, specifically the evolving connection with her biological mother. It's a tale that resonates with anyone who's experienced unconventional family structures or the challenges of reconciling parental roles. Notable Quotes: • ”So I don't even know why you calling to tell me that you're in the hospital." • ”So the next time and when you need something and you wanna call me and tell me about your neuropathy, call your emergency contact!” • ”I hope you have your funeral and all that stuff together, and they just need to tell me what time and where to show up." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ brings to life a common rite of passage for many families: the trials and tribulations of teaching a teenager to drive. With her signature humor and animated storytelling, MJ recounts a personal experience that many will find both familiar and amusing. Notable Quotes: • "I guess this gave him the false sense that he could really park the car." • "Nobody listens to me. I told you." • "You barely could get in to ride, homie. So, yeah, he ruined it for himself." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ brings to light the often dreaded and unavoidable task that looms over working Americans each year — tax filing. With a blend of humor and exasperation, MJ opens up about her reasons for delaying her tax submission and shares a taxing tale that many can relate to as the deadline approaches. Engage with her story as she candidly expresses the frustrations and intimidations faced during a surprise audit, giving listeners a raw glimpse into the rollercoaster of emotions that many endure during tax season. Notable Quotes: • ”I have a major reason and a big bone to pick on the reason why I don't file my taxes." • "One day I get something in the mail. I open a letter. I'm like, this looks fake." • "This is the flashback that I have. I'm like, are you kidding me? No, I don't think so." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this laughter-filled episode, MJ delves into the slithering world of snakes and her personal escapades with these reptiles across different homes. Listen in as she recounts her spine-tingling yet humorous snake encounters from her son's Christmas-themed snake discovery to a startling water moccasin standoff. MJ narrates two unnerving experiences with snakes at her old house, involving her son's keen eye for reptilian visitors, and neighbor's encounter with an 'aggressive water moccasin' in their garage sends the entire family into survival mode, challenging preconceptions about courage and providing comic relief. Notable Quotes: "Oh, my God, it's in the air conditioning system." "I'm not going to let the snake kill my dog." "I went on a snake purge. Do you hear me? A complete snake purge." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ takes us on a personal journey through her experiences with her son's sleeping habits - from his childhood light sleeping to his teenage years of sleeping through alarms. MJ's lively storytelling captures her frustration and astonishment as she grapples with the practicalities of ensuring her heavy-sleeping son wakes up for important commitments, like football practice at 4:00 AM. But, you have to hear what happened when a home alarm system went off! Notable Quotes: "He could sleep through a tornado." "I don't wake up to alarms, but guess what? The person who sleeps next to me...Three." "I go in like, full-blown SWAT team, go up the stairs like a crazy…” ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ takes us through a delightful discussion about the lost art of cursive writing. She reminisces about her past experiences with penmanship from private school learning to the eventual adoption of a simplified signature in her adult life. In the first part of the episode, MJ ponders the fading practice of teaching cursive writing in schools, sharing her personal history with learning and practicing elegant handwriting during her own education. The latter part of the conversation shifts to a humorous recounting of a personal experience at a title company. MJ humorously illustrates the surprise and challenges she faced when asked to sign her full name in cursive, rather than her usual abbreviated signature. Notable Quotes: "I can't understand this, it looks like when doctors assign scripts or whatever." "You just signed your name MJ. That's not how it's spelled on the actual documents." "Make sure that your children know how to write in cursive, because one day, hopefully, they will be homeowners." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode, MJ opens up about her experience at Mardi Gras in New Orleans, describing the excitement, colors, and culture of the event, despite battling a reaction to public restrooms that left them dieting inadvertently. Followed by a college spring break in Memphis, complete with casino winnings, a spontaneous extended stay, and an innovative but questionable solution to avoid academic penalties back at university. Notable Quotes: "And I got in a porta potty, and I didn't know what to do." "I had a little love of casinos. We've told those stories before." "f you have a doctor's excuse, you can get an extension for midterms." "So I had to practice looking crazy, hot mess." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

In this episode of misadventures and nostalgia, MJ recounts some of the most unforgettable moments alongside her college bestie. The episode serves as a time capsule, unwrapping tales of their days in New Orleans, as well as bestie’s particularly eventful—almost farcical—trip to Paris. Together, they unpack the layers of trust, deception, and the wild ride that followed—from staying at a falsely represented hotel to mingling with locals in the face of a transportation strike. Quotes: • ”This would have been a National Lampoon Paris trip." • “‘Excuse me, are you sure you have the right person? He is not the manager. He is the bellhop.'" • "Okay, we'll deal with that upon checkout. Don't bother us with this right now." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

MJ shares her hilarious and relatable experiences with eye problems and mishaps. From getting a pollen ball stuck in her eye to her son accidentally spraying cleaning solution in her eye, MJ's stories will have you laughing and cringing at the same time. Quotes: • "If I get something in my eye, it's like, call 911. It is like, girl down, for real." • "I bet you won't do that no more." • "I don't think it's clean unless it's got bleach in it." ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

MJ reflects on her physical health journey and the challenges she has faced, including sciatica. She shares two incidents that may have triggered her sciatic nerve issue - throwing her back out while sneezing and being involved in a car accident with a tractor. Quotes: • "I sneezed and I threw my back out. Never had that happen before." • "I'm in this cold freezer, in between a chicken and a roast, and I'm like, help." • "I'm too young to be dealing with these old folks' issues and problems, are you kidding me?" ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72

MJ shares her experience of working for a nonprofit organization and the unexpected turn her career took. Originally hired to help small businesses, she was reassigned to a program that built houses for first-time homebuyers. MJ recounts a memorable incident when her boss was arrested while they were driving to an award ceremony. She navigates the aftermath of the arrest, takes on the role of housing director, and learns about the housing industry. Despite the challenges, MJ excels in her new position, until... Quotes: • "I know nothing about birthing no babies or building no houses." • "I'm a fish out of water or in some new water that I didn't know I was getting into." • "I'm up for the challenge, and I've already quit my job. So what am I going to do, say no at this point?" ——————— MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72