Greetings! I know it’s been a while, but I’m here and it’s great to see you again!

After a short hiatus and a bit of reflection, In the Middle of Things is back. Today we talk about what’s been going on for the last two months. Here’s a hint: work, Catholic Foodie stuff (like coffee, coffee mugs, aprons… and a new book project), and I make a confession about the rosary.

Oh, and we talk a bit about the whole point of In the Middle of Things.

Thanks for joining me here. Don’t forget to visit me at catholicfoodie.com.

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And those groovy coffee mugs and Catholic Foodie aprons? Oh, those are over at http://store.catholicfoodie.com.

Bon appetit!

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My good friend, Fr. Jim Tucker, helps me to reach clarity about the ending of In the Middle of Things. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate his kindness and his insight. Thank you Fr. Jim!

I have more clarity to share with you.

This bit of clarity comes from Chris Brogan, who is an expert in the arenas of blogging and social media, and the ways that social media can impact business. I read a passage from his latest book, Social Media 101: Tactics and Tips to Develop Your Business Online. The insights that Chris provides really set me straight. Good stuff.

Of course, I update you on the latest going on with my new career. And, sincerely, I invite you to converse with me like Fr. Jim did. You can call me at 985-635-4974 or email me at jeff@jeffyoung.me.

Don’t forget that you can also find my business blog over at jeffyoung.me.

And one more thing… this episode actually has an ending! Can you believe it?

Let me know what you think!

Well… Yeah.

First off I need to say that I left a career in education just a month-and-a-half ago in order to become a social media consultant full-time. [A social media consultant who is for hire, by the way! Check me out at jeffyoung.me]

In this episode I share with you the joys and the struggles of teaching high school and working for the church. It might give you some insight as to why I would leave formal education and ministry after 17 years.

I also clue you in on my passion for social media (notice the keyword here… social). What does a social media consultant do? And why do I think I can succeed in this?

Listen to find out!

After listening, let me know your thoughts! Call me at 985-635-4974, or leave your comments below.

***Image courtesy of Matt Hamm***

Oh, and I wax eloquently about talking out loud when reading, studying, and thinking.

Here are the two videos I mentioned on the show:

Don’t forget to share your thoughts with me! Comment below or leave voice feedback at 985-635-4974.

So eating out at restaurants and buying wine are topics of conversation.

I recount some of the meals we ate during the wonderful week squeezed in between my birthday and Father’s Day: Voodoo BBQ, Taqueria Corona, Ristorante da Piero, Louisiana Pizza Kitchen.  I also include a bit about our fun and relaxing day strolling the French Quarter.

Bon appetit!