This week on Beyond the Crops, we're catching up on life lately. Jenna shares highlights from her family's trip to the Black Hills of South Dakota, including Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Jewel Cave, and their experience staying at Under Canvas Mount Rushmore. From family road trip tips to underrated vacation destinations, this episode is packed with travel inspiration.

Mary Pat also shares an update on her ongoing health journey, including new therapies she's pursuing, the frustrations of navigating chronic symptoms, and the importance of recognizing progress even when healing isn't linear. The conversation also touches on half marathon training, summer schedules, Vacation Bible School, and the power of setting boundaries that support your season of life.

Whether you're in the tractor, on a run, or tackling chores around the farm, grab a cup of coffee and join us for this honest catch-up conversation.

In This Episode

✅ Mary Pat shares an update on her health journey and current treatment plans

✅ The emotional challenges of navigating long-term health struggles

✅ Why recognizing progress matters, even when you're not fully "healed"

✅ Jenna recaps her family's trip to South Dakota's Black Hills

✅ Highlights from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Jewel Cave

✅ Why South Dakota might be one of the most underrated family vacation destinations

✅ Vacation Bible School, summer schedules, and setting healthy boundaries

✅ Running goals, half marathon training, and learning to trust your body

💡 Key Takeaways:

✨ "Health is so freaking hard."

✨ "A year ago I couldn't run the way I've been running now."

✨ "Sometimes progress isn't being completely healed—it's recognizing how far you've already come."

✨ "South Dakota is underrated. Let's keep it that way."

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