100. A Hundred Conversations Later: On Friendship, Motherhood, and Finding What Works with Megan Leonard
Description
For our 100th episode, Ashley sits down (in person!) with longtime friend and poet Megan (Meg) Leonard to talk about the beginnings of AND/BOTH, the early days of motherhood, and the stubborn, beautiful work of staying true to yourself when life keeps changing. From stroller walks and kindergarten drop-offs to building creative work in the cracks of a very full life, this episode is a love letter to friendship, identity, and choosing what actually works for you.
In the first part of this conversation we cover:
- Finding your people in the lonely early seasons of motherhood
- Building a creative life alongside caregiving and paid work
- The tiny windows of time that move big projects forward
- “Ghost in a meat suit on a space rock” energy—picking what matters
- Why one good friend can be more than enough
Connect with Megan:
- Megan Leonard, poet & writing mentor
- Instagram: @megan_leonardpoetry
- Books: Book of Lullabies (Milk & Cake Press) and Larkspur Queen (Broadstone Books)
- 1:1 Writing Mentorship: DM Meg on Instagram; mention AND/BOTH for her 2025 pricing if you book your intake before Dec 31
Connect with Ashley:
Website: https://www.ashleyblackington.com
Podcast website: https://www.andbothpodcast.com/
Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-app/id6744341822
Instagram: @mydovetail.app
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