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A little boost of joy, a dash of wisdom, and one unforgettable journey.
Welcome to the very first Smile Drop—your bite-sized boost of inspiration, delivered with heart, a sprinkle of humor, and maybe even a happy tear (or two). If you’re new here, I’m Heather Holt, host of Change Happened, Then What?, and now, proud creator of Smile Drops—mini-episodes designed to lift your spirits in between our deeper, every-other-week episodes.
These little drops of joy are my way of saying: Hey, life is messy, weird, beautiful, and worth smiling through. And today’s Smile Drop? It’s inspired by one of my all-time favorite books, Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by none other than Dr. Seuss.
Why This Book Still Matters
There was a time in my life—not too long ago—when I felt lost. Alone in an apartment, far from home, wandering emotionally and physically into places I shouldn’t be. And on those days, I’d pull out Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
It wasn’t just a kids’ book. It was a lifeline.
Each line reminded me of who I was, where I came from, and the dreams I still had tucked away. The Boom Bands in my heart would start to play again. And suddenly, I was smiling, crying, and believing in myself just enough to keep going.
That’s the magic of this book. It speaks to the child in us who still dares to dream… and the adult who needs permission to fall down and get back up again.
💛 This Podcast Is Changing—And That’s a Good Thing
After pouring my soul into Episode 1 (Ila’s Moon with Jeannie Lynch—thank you for all the love!), I realized these stories take time, energy, and deep care. So to give each full episode the space it deserves, I’ll be releasing them every other week.
And in between? You’ll get these lovely little Smile Drops—poems, meditations, tiny stories, or random thoughts I think will make you feel something good.
It’s storytelling… with a side of sunshine.
🎧 Missed the Episode?
I read a portion of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! in the episode itself—because sometimes, the right words at the right time can completely change the way your day (or your life) unfolds.
Whether you’re stuck in The Waiting Place, unsure which road to choose, or just feeling a little lost, remember:
“Your mountain is waiting… So, get on your way!”
🐾 A Final Smile From Me (and Waylon & Dalton)
This podcast is a labor of love from Holt Hill Studios (aka my home, and home to my two furry assistants, Waylon and Dalton). If you love what you hear—or read!—you can support this work in a few ways:
🟡 Subscribe or follow on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen
🟡 Share this post or episode with someone who needs a smile
🟡 Donate or become a supporter at changehappenedpodcast.com
And hey—what’s Grandma up to today? Maybe she needs this episode. 💛
🌼 Until Next Time…
Keep moving forward. Keep dreaming big. And no matter what street you’re on today… don’t forget to smile.
With heart,
Heather Holt
Host of Change Happened, Then What?