In this holiday edition of Talk to Me Sis, we share our favorite Christmas traditions, favorite holiday movies, and reflect on the past year while looking forward to new adventures in 2026. We discuss the importance of family gatherings, the joy of giving, and the significance of community involvement during the holiday season.

Hosts:
Lise Smith
TikTok: @connorsmom4514
Instagram: @connorsmom_lise
YouTube: @carrideswithconnor4114

Nicci Smith
TikTok: @nicci_tannersmom
Instagram: @nicci_smith6

Sponsored by MerchLabs.com

In this episode, Milton and Amber Jones, a father-daughter duo, share their journey in education and literacy through their nonprofit, From Broke to Breakthrough. They discuss the importance of reading aloud to children, the impact of parental involvement, and their mission to improve literacy among young learners. The conversation highlights their innovative programs, success stories, and the significance of financial literacy in children's education. They also emphasize the need for community support and the legacy they hope to leave behind through their work.

Guests:

Amber "Smiles" Jones
Professionally Silly
Instagram: @Trusmilesjones
YouTube: @trusmilesjones
ambersmilesjones@gmail.com

Milton Jones
miltondjonesatty@gmail.com

Donate and Read
(1) When the Rhythm of the Drum Beat Changes
(2) Cows and Buffalo
(3) The Most Important Thing Daddy Does.
Here: https://www.fb2binc.com/

"Parent-Child Read Aloud: Quickly Raise Your Child's Reading Level by One Full Grade!"
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQHYWJ3F

Hosts:
Lise Smith
TikTok: @connorsmom4514
Instagram: @connorsmom_lise
YouTube: @carrideswithconnor4114

Nicci Smith
TikTok: @nicci_tannersmom
Instagram: @nicci_smith6

Sponsored by MerchLabs.com

In this episode, Layla Luna, founder of Just Bee, shares her journey as a mother of a non-verbal son with autism. She discusses the challenges faced by families in the autism community, the importance of awareness and acceptance, and her mission to create a more inclusive society through her nonprofit organization. Layla highlights the significance of Rio's Law, which aims to train first responders in understanding autism, and the impact of creating autism-friendly environments in communities. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion, understanding, and the power of community support in advocating for individuals on the spectrum.

Guest
Layla Luna
https://www.justbeethechange.com/

Hosts:
Lise Smith
TikTok: @connorsmom4514
Instagram: @connorsmom_lise
YouTube: @carrideswithconnor4114

Nicci Smith
TikTok: @nicci_tannersmom
Instagram: @nicci_smith6

Sponsored by MerchLabs.com