Chocolate Cake Bytes

This week, I'm sharing an interview I did with Latter Day Lights. Check them out here: https://www.latterdaylights.com/podcast/ I share the entire Chocolate Cake story--how I started sharing cake and why I continue. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

My dad's favorite scripture is Alma 37:37, which starts, "Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and He will direct the for good." What does that mean? How do we counsel with God? And what should we expect to happen? And what happens when we do in our actual lives? In what feels like a series of random thoughts, I share some things that have been on my mind... Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Seventeen years ago today, Marcene was in an accident that changed our lives. We learned what we were capable of. We learned to recognize God's hand in our difficulties. And we welcomed Baby Eddison into our lives. Today, I re-read the summary of events that I wrote the day after. What are you grateful for? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

After the October, 2023 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I heard a lot of talk about President Nelson's talk, "Think Celestial." Some was from raving fans. Some was from people who didn't love it. Me? Somewhere in the middle. So I wanted to dig into it and explore what it means to me. And Annette was willing. Here we are, sharing our ideas about what it means to Think Celestial. What are your thoughts? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

What does it mean to Lay our Burdens at the feet of the Savior? What burdens should we be willing to place in His care? How do we do it? I've been thinking about this recently, as I'm preparing for a Turtle House fireside to be given later this year. Here are my thoughts. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

I've been thinking a lot about what it means to be perfect. This podcast isn't perfect. I dropped my phone, so the audio isn't perfect. I say "So,..." too many times. So my script isn't perfect. I missed an episode last week, so my schedule isn't perfect. What's the goal? Share your thoughts. I shared mine... Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

New co-host Alisha Coakley visits us from Texas. She is preparing some thoughts for a Turtle House fireside coming up: "I'm in Conflict. What would Jesus Do?" We had a fun discussion, but, as always, we probably asked more questions than we answered. What are your thougths? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

To be fair, I have no idea. And a 17 minute monologue will not come anywhere close to answering the question. But it does ask a few questisons I've been thinking about. Shouldn't we understand grace better? How can we learn? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

What is a coincidence? Do coincidences even exist? Or are we just witnessing divine guidance? Tell me your thoughts. ken@chocolatecakebytes.com Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Annette is back! This week, we discussed what it means to receive, and should we be better at receiving? We love to serve and to give. But sometimes we struggle with receiving. How can we receive better? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Past guest Elder (Kyler) Lopez returns with a couple of questions. We didn't take the time to tackle both, but we did consider: "How do we make our prayers more Christ-centered?" And, I think, the real question is "How do we make ourselves more Christ-centered?" We discuss, with a few tangents, some thougths and approaches we can take. And as always, if you have a question, an idea, or a thought to share, please reach out. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

As I prepare to lead the discussion in Elders Quorum this Sunday, I'm thinking about things that matter most. President Ballard spoke of this in last April's General Conference: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/52ballard?lang=eng He focuses a lot on relationships. With God, with Christ, and with Family. How do you nurture your relationships that matter most? I'd love to hear from you. You can reach me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

The commandment is to "Love Everyone." At least according to the song, "Jesus said, 'love everyone'" But what if you just don't like them? Is it possible to love someone you don't like? And flashback to last week, we reference this article on Reverence: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2022/03/20_what-is-reverence-really?lang=eng Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

I remember being told to "be reverent," which normally meant "Stop fidgeting. Close your mouth. Keep your hands to yourself." Is that reverence? I don't think so. Return Co-host Sarah comes to discuss what it means to be reverent. Maybe we came up with more questions than answers. What do you think reverence is? Email me your thoughts at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Something I heard in passing has been on my mind recently. In what ways do we limit God? Do we? If so, How and Why? Annette joines the conversation to discuss our thoughts on what it means to counsel with the Lord so that we can be better at not putting limits on Him. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

This week, we listen to a digital fireside that I did for the Turtle House family last month. I love the idea of practicing self-love, but what does that mean--and how do we do it? I don't know what will work for you, but I think it's an imporotant part of the human experience. I'd love to hear your thoughts. ken@chocolatecakebytes.com Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Annette is back, and we're talking about the idea that you can't continue to learn when you think you know everything. I'm not sure we've landed on answers, so share with us what you think. You can reach me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Favorite co-host Annette joins the conversation, where we talk about an unlikely topic: Sensory deprivation floats. Annette turned me on to these during my recent visit to Richmond. It certainly is a unique experience, and I'm learning a few things as I float a couple of times a week. Do you have experiences from intentionally being still? I'd love to hear them. Email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com. And if you're in the Indianapolis area and want to try floating, you can schedule a time: https://aplacetofloat.floathelm.com/booking?dc=kw-514758 That is a referral link, so I may be compensated somehow if you purchase anything. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

Does perfectionism keep you from doing things? From starting new things, or from having new experiences? It does for me. So I'm working through it. Come along with me Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts

In this episode, I talk about perfectionism. Specifically, my own. And we address my lack of perfectionism. And my bad attitude recently. Do you suffer from perfectionism, or a bad attitude, or lack of awareness, or anything else? Let's commiserate. Reach out to me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and share your story. Want to be on the podcast to discuss your ideas? I'd love to have you on. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Check out my new podcast: Bad Boss Podcast at https://play.disctopia.com/podcasts/bad_boss_podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts