Making Up As We Go

In this episode, Elanna returns from a "voice-losing" trip to London with Olive to see Matilda, sparking a conversation about the magic of the West End and why Paddy thinks he’s "too bro" for the theater. We dive into our upcoming family trip to Florida, sharing our (lack of) strategy for a long flight with three kids.
Paddy gets vulnerable about his biggest life decision: leaving a secure career in electrical engineering to go all-in on Pearl Beauty. Plus, we settle a heated debate—are shoes considered clothing or accessories?—and we wrap up with a hilarious "Movie Guessing Game" narrated by 5-year-old Oscar.

Welcome back to Making Up as we Go! In today’s episode, the tables have turned. Paddy is in the driver’s seat with a list of "quickfire" questions designed to catch Elanna off guard.From the traumatic tale of a "palm-sized" spider almost moving into Elanna’s mouth to the logic behind being a 6'5" little spoon, we’re covering it all. But it’s not just laughs—we’re diving deep into the turning points of our lives, including:Life in NI: The reality of moving from Canada to Northern Ireland 10 years ago.Business: The risks of starting Pearl Beauty and why we remortgaged for it.Parenting: What we hope to pass on to our three kids (and how we’re handling the "phone generation").Faith: Why it’s the foundation that keeps us grounded when things get tough.Stay tuned until the end for our "Pearls of Wisdom"—including a hair-health tip you didn't know you needed.

Paddy and Elanna discuss the realities of work-life balance, the nostalgia of 90s cereal toys, and the differences between growing up in Canada vs. the UK. They also dive into a serious conversation about the pros and cons of homeschooling and why they’ve chosen a different path for their kids. Stay tuned for their weekly "Pearls of Wisdom".

In the first episode of Making Up As We Go, Paddy & Elanna answer '7 Questions to Ask Your Partner', share some secrets no one else would know and introduce you to 'Pearls of Wisdom'.