In this episode, we catch up with Courtney and her husband Trevor Thornton for their second-year interview. The conversation starts with an introduction to Trevor and explores the couple's journey, including their decision to homeschool their children and prioritize family. They delve into the creation of a multi-year journal designed to help users reflect on their lives over a decade and how this has impacted their own experiences. Courtney opens up about how the loss of their daughter, Presley, has influenced their family priorities and spiritual growth. They also talk about their recent trip to Alaska and how it reinforced their appreciation for nature and God's creations. The Thorntons share their ongoing project of converting their annual blanket drive into a non-profit organization, aiming to support more NICUs and make a broader impact. They conclude with a discussion on their current church callings and their hopes for maintaining a strong family focus over the next decade.
01:35 Meet Trevor: Courtney's Husband
02:49 Trevor's Career Journey
04:07 Reflecting on Last Year's Interview
04:56 The Importance of Family
07:08 Homeschooling Challenges and Insights
09:55 Incorporating Real-Life Learning
17:13 Balancing Roles: Teacher and Parent
20:41 Spiritual Guidance in Homeschooling
34:27 The Impact of Losing Presley
43:46 Future Plans: Nonprofit Organization
48:33 Local Hospital Support and Blanket Donations
50:04 Reflecting on the Impact of Blanket Donations
51:13 Debating the Future of the Blanket Drive
51:47 The Emotional Significance of the Blanket Drive
53:13 The Purpose Behind the Blanket Drive
54:04 Balancing Personal Grief and Helping Others
54:51 The Decision to Continue the Blanket Drive
56:40 The Role of Faith and Divine Timing
01:00:51 Starting a Nonprofit: Steps and Motivation
01:05:23 The Importance of Taking Action
01:14:41 Family Trip to Alaska
01:17:26 Experiencing Spiritual Moments on the Cruise
01:20:05 Appreciating Nature and God's Creations
01:25:03 Future Priorities and Family Focus
01:28:20 Current Callings and Final Thoughts
01:35 Meet Trevor: Courtney's Husband
02:49 Trevor's Career Journey
04:07 Reflecting on Last Year's Interview
04:56 The Importance of Family
07:08 Homeschooling Challenges and Insights
09:55 Incorporating Real-Life Learning
17:13 Balancing Roles: Teacher and Parent
20:41 Spiritual Guidance in Homeschooling
34:27 The Impact of Losing Presley
43:46 Future Plans: Nonprofit Organization
48:33 Local Hospital Support and Blanket Donations
50:04 Reflecting on the Impact of Blanket Donations
51:13 Debating the Future of the Blanket Drive
51:47 The Emotional Significance of the Blanket Drive
53:13 The Purpose Behind the Blanket Drive
54:04 Balancing Personal Grief and Helping Others
54:51 The Decision to Continue the Blanket Drive
56:40 The Role of Faith and Divine Timing
01:00:51 Starting a Nonprofit: Steps and Motivation
01:05:23 The Importance of Taking Action
01:14:41 Family Trip to Alaska
01:17:26 Experiencing Spiritual Moments on the Cruise
01:20:05 Appreciating Nature and God's Creations
01:25:03 Future Priorities and Family Focus
01:28:20 Current Callings and Final Thoughts
