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Walks with Mom
Aging is not for the faint of heart.
I’m Kim, a proud Generation Xer, and I’m here with my Baby Boomer mom, Karren. Together, we tackle the tough—but necessary—conversations, share the hilarious (and sometimes embarrassing) moments, and open up about the stories that truly touch the heart.
Come with us as we explore what it means to navigate these years with our aging loved ones.
This is Karren, and I just want to say thank you for spending this time with us. Please come back for more laughs, more connection, and more real-life moments.
You’re always welcome, and I hope something from today stays with you as you travel through your own life story.
So grab a cup of coffee—or maybe a glass of wine—invite your friends or family, and join us for Walks with Mom.
Walks with Mom
The Great CleanOut: A Gen X Nightmare We Didn’t Sign Up For
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Our host Kimberly Akers is back from traveling and ready to tackle the important conversation around downsizing. This episode encourages you to truly consider why we downsize and to discover helpful resources along the way.
In this episode of Walks with Mom, Kimberly Akers and her mom, Karren, have an honest and relatable conversation about something many families avoid—downsizing, aging parents, and what happens when a lifetime of belongings gets passed down.
This is not a step-by-step guide. It is a real conversation about what it actually feels like.
Kim shares the perspective of Generation X and the emotional weight that comes with inheriting everything—from family keepsakes to decades of storage—while also managing careers, children, and everyday life. Together, they unpack the stress, pressure, and tension that can build when these conversations are delayed.
From heirlooms that may no longer hold the same meaning to the overwhelming task of clearing out a home after a loss, this episode connects with both seniors and their adult children. Karren also shares her personal experience cleaning out her own mother’s home, revealing just how much can accumulate over time.
At its core, this episode is about understanding, communication, and planning ahead before a crisis forces difficult decisions.
If you are an aging parent thinking about the future or an adult child feeling overwhelmed by what may come, this conversation will help you start the discussion that matters most.
Come with us as we explore what it means to navigate these years with our aging loved ones.
So grab a cup of coffee—or maybe a glass of wine—subscribe, invite your friends or family, and join us for Walks with Mom.
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