The Beauty and Challenges of Blended Families: Real Stories, Real Advice
- Lanee and Sandy
- Jun 28
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 1

Blended families are real life—beautiful, messy, and full of moments that will stretch you. And if God has you on this journey, you know it takes more than love to make it work. In this episode of the Imagine Yourself Podcast, Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach get honest about the ups and downs of blending families through remarriage and stepfamilies, cross-cultural/interracial marriages, adoptions and chosen families.
They share personal stories—like cultural clashes in the kitchen, navigating new traditions, and the tricky business of holidays, boundaries, and loyalty. You’ll hear how faith, communication, and a good sense of humor can help keep things together when it feels like everything’s pulling apart.

This isn’t a “how-to,” it’s a real conversation from two women walking the journey—and finding grace in the process. You'll also hear about Lanée’s new TV series Blended and get tips and resources to help your own family find its rhythm. If you're in a blended family—or love someone who is—this is worth your time. 🎧 Listen now and be reminded: God can work through any mix.