What are the little kids up to these days?
We have been busy little bees....
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since we published our first book together—The Little Kids: Lessons Learned from Our Perspective. What began as a collection of honest, funny, and heartfelt stories from our childhood in a family of ten has turned out to be the launchpad for so much more.
At the time, our goal was simple: become authors. We figured our childhood—filled with chaos, character, and a lot of learning—offered plenty of material to work with. And it did. But more importantly, The Little Kids gave us both a chance to reflect, reconnect, and build momentum. It wasn’t just a book—it was the beginning of something bigger.
So… what have The Little Kids been up to?
Jeremy Doran: From Stories to Strategy
Jeremy has taken the values and experiences we wrote about and brought them to life in his work as a leadership strategist, speaker, and podcast host. He’s the voice behind the Neuro Conversant Leadership podcast, where he explores the intersection of neuroscience and leadership—helping people become more effective, empathetic, and adaptable leaders.
You can listen in and learn more at:
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neuroconversantleadership.com/podcasts
His work is rooted in the same kind of insight and authenticity we shared in the book—just applied to the boardroom instead of the bunk bed.
Samantha Bovat: Supporting the Next Generation
As for Samantha, The Little Kids reignited her passion for writing, and led the publishing of a second book, Mrs. Bovat’s Survival Guide for New Teachers. This one is for early-career educators who are trying to make sense of the chaos, stress, and deep reward of those first few years in the classroom. It’s full of real-world advice, honest encouragement, and the kind of reflection that helps you grow—even when things feel overwhelming.
She is now developing workshops and mentorship tools based on the book to support teachers across Vermont, New Hampshire, and Western Mass.
You can explore more at:
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SamanthaBovat.com
What We’ve Learned Since
Three years later, we’re still writing new chapters—literally and figuratively. The Little Kids was more than a memoir project. It was the start of ongoing conversations about leadership, learning, reflection, and the power of shared experience.
If you haven’t had the chance to read the book, it’s still available on Amazon—and we’re still just getting started.
Here’s to what’s next!
