Amen. The Final Episode. Apr 17, 2023

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Protecting Your Children in Public, Revisited Apr 10, 2023

You carry great responsibility as the mom when you take your children out into public. Whether you're going to run local errands, on a nature adventure into the depths of a forest, to the park, or to an amusement park, there are ways that you can be proactive to help keep your children safe.
I'm so privileged to have Amber Elle joining us for this important conversation. Amber is a mom to three children who are 8, 6, and 4 years old. Amber was a registered nurse but has transitioned into a self-reliance advocate and works to empower people to know how to protect themselves when put in harms way.
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Creating a Healthy Sexual Culture in Your Home, Revisited. Apr 03, 2023

Have you wondered how to talk with your children about sex? Or how to create a healthy sexual culture in your home? Due to the nature of this topic, this will be an episode that you’ll want to save to listen to without little ears around. Time and time again moms have asked for a conversation on this topic, so I did it here with Greta Eskridge. Greta is a mom who loves to adventure through life with her 4 children. She loves adventuring so much that she wrote a book about it! You should all have her book, it is so inspirational, it’s called Adventuring Together, and if you don’t follow us on Instagram yet, you should do so this week because I’ll be giving away a copy of her book there. I can be found @seekwhollyliving and Greta is @maandpamodern. Greta speaks all over the nation on the difficult topics of creating a healthy sexual culture in your home and protecting children from pornography. What a joy and privilege it is to have this conversation with Greta Eskridge today and I would challenge you, as you listen, to consider what friends you can share this with to support them in their journey of parenting as well. I’m so glad you’re here!
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Preparing Our Hearts for Easter, Revisited Mar 27, 2023

Disciplining our children is hard work! This conversation is with my mom, Connie Burroughs, who poured herself into discipling the hearts of her four children for so many years and has encouraged many moms on this topic of the heart of parental discipline. Between her four children and my five children, it is incredible to see the many different struggles that can come with training children. There will be a follow up episode with some specific tools of discipline, but it must begin first with the heart. We talk about our heart when we are disciplining our children and the ways that we strive to reach the hearts of our children through their training. Truly, the ultimate purpose of discipline is to lead our children's hearts closer to the Lord, that they may serve Him with their lives.
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The Heart of Discipline, Revisited Mar 20, 2023

Disciplining our children is hard work! This conversation is with my mom, Connie Burroughs, who poured herself into discipling the hearts of her four children for so many years and has encouraged many moms on this topic of the heart of parental discipline. Between her four children and my five children, it is incredible to see the many different struggles that can come with training children. There will be a follow up episode with some specific tools of discipline, but it must begin first with the heart. We talk about our heart when we are disciplining our children and the ways that we strive to reach the hearts of our children through their training. Truly, the ultimate purpose of discipline is to lead our children's hearts closer to the Lord, that they may serve Him with their lives.
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Establishing Rhythms with Children Mar 13, 2023

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Establishing Rhythms - Moms Mar 06, 2023

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Sibling Rivalry, Part Two Feb 27, 2023

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Sibling Rivalry, Part One Feb 20, 2023

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Raising Boys Feb 13, 2023

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Tools for Discipline - Adolescents, Part 2 Feb 06, 2023

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Tools for Discipline - Adolescents Jan 30, 2023

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Surrender to Softness Jan 23, 2023

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The Mama Bear Guide to Sexuality Jan 16, 2023

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Choosing Simplicity Jan 09, 2023

What a shame it would be if we were so busy doing all of the "good" things that we missed the great work that God had for us to do. I'm so glad to have Rachel Comfort Zwayne back with me today to talk about intentionally choosing simplicity.
As a homeschooling mom of 5 grown children in Southern California, Rachel has personal experience with the blessings and struggles of maintaining a simple enough life to allow time for prioritizing home, discipleship, extra curricular opportunities, friendships etc.
This is the PERFECT time for this conversation as we are moving into the new year as the wives and moms who desire to prioritize the Lord and all He has for our families above all else.
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The 40-Day Sugar Fast Jan 02, 2023

Have you ever considered trying something like this? I'm so excited to share my personal journey with the 40-Day Sugar Fast with you in this episode as I talk with the author of the book, The 40-Day Sugar Fast, Wendy Speake.
What began as a one time an act of obedience with a few friends has now become a yearly rhythm that I can honestly say I look forward to. I look forward to it with expectancy, not just for physical health, but even more importantly for spiritual growth.
And this year, all of my children are joining me! Listen to this entire conversation to learn more, and sign-up to join me!
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Reflect and Rejoice Dec 26, 2022

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Abide in Him Dec 19, 2022

Merry Christmas! I can’t believe that it is the final week of advent and preparing our hearts for the celebration of Christmas. At this time of year when there can be so much going on, I’ve decided to spend this episode with you bathing our hearts and minds in scripture. It is all too easy to busy ourselves so much that we neglect to still our hearts enough to truly abide in Him.

We have so many voices constantly pouring into us, voices from those around us and in the voices we allow in our own minds, it is more important than ever that we be mindful of taking every thought captive and slowing down our hearts and minds to be filled with His truth. It is my prayer that this brief time together will leave you so filled with His Word that His joy will be made complete in you and your heart will be overflowing with His joy and love to those around you.

As John 15 speaks to us so clearly, may we abide in Him this Christmas week.

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Christmas Carols with Children Dec 12, 2022

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Slowness In the Christmas Season Dec 05, 2022

If you do not prioritize slowness for you and your family in the Christmas season, no one will. With so many wonderful opportunities to good things at this time of year, it is so easy to slip into the busy "hustle and bustle" and miss the opportunity for the hearts in our homes to "prepare Him room".
My good friend Michelle Akrami is back with me for this conversation. Michelle lives a very full life in southern CA with her husband and their 5 children. Yet with all of the blessings that come with living in such a busy place with so many people in her home, she continues to grow in the discipline of choosing slowness as she sets priorities for their family.
You will be so blessed by this authentic conversation as Michelle and I talk through the gifts and challenges of deciding priorities, choosing when to say "yes" and "no" for ourselves and our children, and some of the ways that the Lord has matured us in this area of the years.
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Advent Nov 28, 2022

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Cultivating Wonder Nov 21, 2022

Cultivating a love for wonder and beauty is both a responsibility and a gift that we, as mothers, have been entrusted with. Today we’ll be talking about our role in developing our children’s pallets for excellence and I’ll be sharing a wonderful new resource with you!

As always, I love digging deep into the “why does this even matter” of a topic, so this episode will be an encouragement to moms with boys and girls of all ages!

A friend shared Wildflowers Girls Magazine with me for my oldest daughter and I have loved it as much as she has! It is a magazine to inspire girls to live creatively and is rich with truth and beauty. Each season brings a new issue and is full of project tutorials, well-crafted stories, missionary biographies, and more.

Meagan Keaton and Sarah Fremont from Wildflowers Girls Magazine are joining me for this fun conversation! You are going to love hearing from these creative and passion driven mamas who have followed the Lord’s leading to create something excellent for their daughters and for ours.

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Train Up a Child Nov 14, 2022

I grew up knowing the passage about training up a child in the way he should go and was blessed with a mom who prioritized training us in that way. Even still, that passage took on a different level of importance and challenge for me when God gave me my own children. To say I believe something to be true is one thing, but to put that value into practice day in and day out requires a completely different level of commitment!
I have invited Abbie Halberstadt to join me for this conversation because she is passionate about fighting against the acceptance of mediocrity in the high calling of motherhood. Abbie has 10 children between the ages of 2 and 16 years old and has been married for 17 years.
Abbie is the author of "M is for Mama: A Rebellion Against Mediocre Motherhood" . This book is rich with Biblical truth and will encourage any Christian mom in their motherhood journey.
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Reading Aloud to Your Children, Part Two Nov 07, 2022

Reading aloud to your children will bring blessings of lasting relationships that will last far beyond their years at home. As Christian moms, we seek to be intentional about prioritizing relationships in our home, and using the tool of reading aloud is another extremely useful way to live out this priority of relationship building.
In this episode, I will be sharing about various relationships that will be strengthened through time spent in quality literature together.
Relationships with you and your children.
Relationships between your children.
The relationship between your children and the Lord.
I will also touch on ways to avoid books that are not excellent quality and ways to protect your children from dangerous books with agendas that you want to guard your children from.
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For more on literature:
Ep. 55: Family Morning Time, with Cindy Rollins
Ep. 99: The Voices in Your Head

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Reading Aloud to Your Children, Part One Oct 31, 2022

Reading aloud to your children is a gift in all seasons of mothering. I was so blessed to grow up in a home where reading aloud was prioritized and have carried on that priority in our home.

I recently spoke at a moms group in this topic of reading aloud and am so glad to bring this important episode to you.

How do we fit reading aloud into our schedule?

What does it actually look like with multiple children of various ages?

Why make it a priority?

How do you keep your kids engaged?

Listen and be encouraged today!

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Do the Next Right Thing Oct 24, 2022

This is such an important episode! As women who want to trust and obey the Lord, living each moment in active obedience is our truest desire, but sometimes it can be so hard to live out.
Sometimes doing the next right thing is in the next step of obedience in large unknown circumstances, sometimes it is in overwhelming tasks that seem beyond our reach, sometimes it is in the mundane day to day acts of service that God has placed before us. Jeanna Young is the perfect guest for this conversation as she has so many personal testimonies of God’s faithfulness in her life as she has lived out this daily choice of obedience.
Jeanna is mom to 4 children who are teenagers and young adults and has been married for 24 years. She is an excellent encouragement to Christian moms as a speaker and is a wonderful voice to young girls as the author of The Princess Parable books. A large part of her story is God’s faithfulness through her journey with cancer and she’ll share some of that in this episode as well.
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Sexual Intimacy in Motherhood Oct 17, 2022

Parental Warning: This is not a good episode to listen to with your children.
This topic of having a healthy sexual relationship with your husband while in the trenches of motherhood is one that I have had on my list for months. I was so excited that Zsanae was not only willing to join me for this conversation, but enthusiastic about the importance of this topic for Christian moms in all seasons of motherhood.
Zsanae Miller is a mama to 3 children who are 22, 21, and 14 and is a wealth of wisdom on this topic as she has walked through so many seasons of motherhood. Sexual intimacy with infants, babies, and toddlers is a unique challenge and I'm so glad to openly talk about that here. Similarly, Zsanae shares beautifully about the unique challenges with growing teens and young adults as well.
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Planning Your Holiday Season Oct 10, 2022

I cannot believe that the holiday season is quickly approaching! As Christian wives and mothers, we have been given the gift and responsibility of managing our homes in all seasons, so let's not let Thanksgiving and Christmas catch us by surprise.
My natural bend is to plan Thanksgiving in November and Christmas after Thanksgiving, so you can imagine my shock when my friend on episode 13, "Preparing Your Home for Christmas" referenced beginning her planning in OCTOBER! I have brought back a guest who is an expert at planning and is going to help us jump start our planning this year.
Kayse Pratt from Anchored Women is uniquely gifted and skilled at helping women plan well and simplify their lives in ways that help them serve the Lord and their families better. Kayse has so much wisdom to offer us in this episode and with a free holiday planner that she has created for us!
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Vasectomies Oct 03, 2022

This week's episode is almost a part 2 to our conversation last week about birth control. I love encouraging you in all areas of living as a Christian mom and empowering you to make the best decisions the Lord leads you to make for your family. This topic is one I have never heard spoken to specifically from a Biblical worldview and I am so privileged to bring this conversation to you today!
We will be diving into so much valuable information about what vasectomies are, what are some of the potential risks to be aware of, and how wives and husbands can discuss this topic well to make the best decision for their family.
Given the nature of this topic, I invited a Christian wife and husband to be the guests! Elizabeth Parsons has been a guest with me once before for episode 63, Dare to be Different, and today she has her husband Noah with her.
Elizabeth has 5 children and I met her through her Instagram platform. While following her life there, I noticed that she makes many choices to live in ways that are different than culture. I have seen stark contrasts to cultural norms in the way that she talks intentionally about marriage, mothering, faith, the medical choices they make in their home, the way they choose to educate their family, and more. Elizabeth comes from a nursing background which makes the differences in their medical choices even more surprising because many of them are not what you would find in traditional western medicine.
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Birth Control Sep 26, 2022

Don't laugh that the lady expecting her 6th child is talking about birth control! While our family has been blessed with many children, birth control has been part of our story over here as well.
My guest this week is a mom who is a registered nurse who began questioning many areas of life that our culture has deemed "normal" and birth control is the topic she will be diving into with me today. Sadie Gannett is a busy mom to two boys who are 3 and 1 and is passionate about researching sharing true information about health choices with moms so that other families can be making well informed decisions for their own families as well.
We will be touching on so many areas of this topic of birth control! What are different birth control options, what are they actually doing in my body, what does this mean for a fertilized egg, what long term health implications does this have for a woman, what if I don't want to get pregnant... this is PACKED with so much information for you! I promise you'll learn something new today.
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Digital Detox Sep 19, 2022

The title perfectly defines this episode! This is the perfect time of year to reset priorities and choose healthier rhythms and habits in our homes. You are going to love this conversation with Molly DeFrank about detoxing our families from screens.
Molly is mom to five children and has lived through the struggle of balancing the use of technology with children, as well as in her own mom life. You will hear her personal story in this episode as well as the incredible resource that she has created to help parents with this struggle.
Join me in this challenge!!! I'll be sharing about our journey on my Instagram these next couple of weeks and am hoping that you'll decide to join me in this digital detox. Be watching on our Instagrams this week for a giveaway of Molly's book!
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Daily Investing in Your Marriage, Part Two Sep 12, 2022

Date nights and weekend getaways are wonderful blessings, but when was the last time you considered the importance of how you are daily investing in your marriage?
My guest for this episode is a wonderful Godly woman, Rachel Zwayne. She is a mom to 5 children between 15 and 25 years old and a grandma to a 16 month old grandson. I have been so encouraged by her intentional words that she shares about motherhood and marriage and I am so glad to bring her wisdom to you in this two part episode!
Rachel has a heart for encouraging moms in the truth of the Lord as He leads us to serve Him well in our marriages and in our mothering. I so appreciate how authentically she shares about marriage in this episode and does not shy away from some of the hard truths that I believe many of us need to be hearing.
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Daily Investing in Your Marriage, Part One Sep 05, 2022

Date nights and weekend getaways are wonderful blessings, but when was the last time you considered the importance of how you are daily investing in your marriage?
My guest for this episode is a wonderful Godly woman, Rachel Zwayne. She is a mom to 5 children between 15 and 25 years old and a grandma to a 16 month old grandson. I have been so encouraged by her intentional words that she shares about motherhood and marriage and I am so glad to bring her wisdom to you in this two part episode!
Rachel has a heart for encouraging moms in the truth of the Lord as He leads us to serve Him well in our marriages and in our mothering. I so appreciate how authentically she shares about marriage in this episode and does not shy away from some of the hard truths that I believe many of us need to be hearing.
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Mama Bear Apologetics Aug 29, 2022

To train up our children to know, love, and serve the Lord, they must have a strong understanding of what they believe and why they believe it. For us, as the mama bears, to train our children in these truths, we must FIRST know what we believe and why.
This is where the Mama Bear movement comes into the picture! Hillary Morgan Ferrer saw this great need for this generation of mothers to be trained well to train up this next generation and she began creating resources to equip moms in these ways. In today's conversation, Hillary and I will be discussing her first book, Mama Bear Apologetics.
If you have already read this book, you will love hearing more of Hillary's heart behind the writing of the book. The passion in her voice as she speaks to the topics that we, as mama bears, are up against will inspire and encourage you to move forward in this fight with great intentionality.
I don't think I have been quite this fired up since my last episode about fighting for freedom... be ready, my mama bear fighting spirit comes out strong in this one!
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The 100th Episode!!! Aug 22, 2022

Did you hear my big news? I’m so excited to finally share in this episode!

And… 4 of my greatest gifts are joining me for this special 100th episode! I’m so excited to introduce you to the first four children who I have the privilege of being mama to.

Wow, 100 episodes! To say that this ministry has been a blessing is such an understatement, so you’ll have to listen to hear the depth behind that simple phrase.

I say it in the podcast, but I’ll say it again here. Thank you for your encouragement in this unique ministry that is so often done from a distance.

Thank you for every time you share an episode because you believed it would encourage a friend.

Thank you for every time you have shared with me how an episode specifically ministered to you.

Thank you for rating the podcast and leaving a review! (I am SO encouraged by each one.)

Thank you for connecting with me on Instagram and “meeting” me from a distance. It is so wonderful to know who the dedicated mamas are who are listening around the world.

What a privilege I count it to partner with you in this ministry of motherhood.

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:3-6 NIV

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The Voices in Your Head Aug 14, 2022

We all have voices in our head! Have you considered the voices you’re choosing to listen to? Are they speaking truth, fear, shame… and where are these voices coming from? God’s Word is clear that the devil prowls around like a roaring lion seeking those to devour, so we shouldn’t be surprised by this inner battle.
In this episode, Jennifer Pepito is joining me to talk about identifying the voices in our head and taking our thoughts captive to make them obedient to the Lord. As a mama to 7, Jennifer has experienced the joys and struggles of motherhood in all seasons and is a wealth of wisdom.
Her recent book on this topic will be a great encouragement to all moms!

Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy

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Called to Lead Aug 08, 2022

If you are a mother, you are are called to lead!
Eph. 2:10 tells us that God has prepared us for this calling, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Megan Lawrence is my sister and one of my best friends. She is a natural leader and trained in leadership training as she work for WILD leaders.
She shares excellent wisdom on this topic of us being called to lead and you’re going to be so very encouraged!
At the end of the episode, Megan left us with the important questions to ponder:
“What would change if you viewed your opportunity as mom to intentionally lead in your home?”

“What if you viewed raising your children as a response to a call from God in preparing a generation of courageous and sacrificial leaders?”

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Burnout Aug 01, 2022

Burnout, overwhelm, extreme exhaustion... what would you call it? It can come on so gradually through many small events or hit you like a ton of bricks when something major comes crashing down.
Regardless of what has led to your burnout, this is episode is going to encourage you and equip you to move forward to a healthier place. Listen, then go to www.nataliehixson.com/seekwhollyliving for an excellent free resource to help you moving forward.
It is such a joy to have Natalie Hixson with me today. She is a wife and mom who has a personal testimony of struggle through burnout and victory in Jesus on the other side. Using the tools that she learned during her journey with anger and burnout, she now supports other moms struggling in that place.
You can find out more about Natalie at www.nataliehixson.com
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Truth Over Feelings, Part Two Jul 25, 2022

This is the most special episode I have recorded yet! This week's conversation is with my almost 93 year old Grandmother. You are going to be so blessed to listen into our conversation about living a life based on the truth of God's Word rather than living by our feelings.
My grandmother grew up in a Christian home and I watched her lean into truths from God's Word during difficulties in her life many times. You'll be so encouraged as we talk about what it means to live by truth over feelings in all of the different areas of life that make up the day to day life of the Christian mother.
Grab your journal for this one because it is packed full of scripture that you'll want to write down, and get your tissues too! When memories of God's faithfulness and nearness through His Word come so real that they bring you to tears, they are truly a treasure to be shared. I'm so glad to introduce you to my dear Grandmother, Virginia Burroughs, today.
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Truth Over Feelings, Part One Jul 18, 2022

This is the most special episode I have recorded yet! This week's conversation is with my almost 93 year old Grandmother. You are going to be so blessed to listen into our conversation about living a life based on the truth of God's Word rather than living by our feelings.
My grandmother grew up in a Christian home and I watched her lean into truths from God's Word during difficulties in her life many times. You'll be so encouraged as we talk about what it means to live by truth over feelings in all of the different areas of life that make up the day to day life of the Christian mother.
Grab your journal for this one because it is packed full of scripture that you'll want to write down, and get your tissues too! When memories of God's faithfulness and nearness through His Word come so real that they bring you to tears, they are truly a treasure to be shared. I'm so glad to introduce you to my dear Grandmother, Virginia Burroughs, today.
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True Self Care Jul 11, 2022

What do you think of when you hear the phrase “self-care”? Self-Care is a buzzword for moms in today’s culture and I am so glad to be re-setting our minds on the truth of God’s Word today as we talk about what real self-care should look like for the Christian woman.

I am excited to introduce Margo Martin to you today. Margo is in the trenches of motherhood with us as a mama of 4 girls between 2 and 9 years old and has been married for 12 years. She has a beautiful testimony of how the Lord took hold of her life in some areas that felt very out of control and helped lead her to healthier habits. And now, Margo uses her story to be an encouragement and support to moms and I’m so glad that she is here with us today!

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Go back and listen to Ep.68- Body Image Idolatry as a follow up to this episode.

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The Heart of Adoption - Revisited Jul 04, 2022

We are all called to care for the orphans. What does that look like in your life? Have you adopted children into your family? Have you fostered children in your home? Do you support ministries or families that directly care for orphaned children? In today's conversation, two moms share their adoption stories. Sarah Dykema is back with me. You can follow her on Instagram @purpose_life_homes. And I'm so glad to welcome Kimberly Gunderson with me here for the first time.
This conversation is rich with stories of international adoption, open adoption, local adoption through the county and so much more. Most importantly, we get a glimpse into the hearts of the moms who said yes to adoption in their families and how we can join in that mission.
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Leading In Truth Jun 27, 2022

Parental Warning: This is not an episode to listen to with children.
In times with so much turmoil in our nation, this truth gives me such great hope. God could have chosen you to be a mom and friend at any time, in any place, in all of history, and He chose this time and place with these people, because this is where He is going to use you.
With so much going on in our nation about abortion and women's rights in the midst of a month that was already waving celebrations of sin all around us, we must be prepared to lead our children and our friends in truth.
You are going to leave this time challenged, encouraged, and empowered to lead boldly in this time that God has called you to be His disciple!
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The Unexpected Blessings of Homeschool Jun 20, 2022

Ephesians 3:20-21 is giving God glory for the exceedingly abundantly more than we ask or imagine. I have seen this exceeding abundance to be true in our family's homeschooling journey in more ways than could fit in a 30 minute podcast! If you already homeschool, have considered homeschooling, or don't think it would ever be for your family but would like a glimpse inside two different homeschool homes, this will be an excellent episode for you.
I have invited a friend, Jessi Slater, to join me for this topic because she has also seen this to be true in the life of her family and loves to share their stories of God's unexpected blessings in their homeschooling. Jessi has been married for 16 years and has 4 sons between the ages of 6 and 12.
I have loved following Jessi on her Instagram as she finds such joy in the learning, growing, serving, and daily life of motherhood. We're not all sunshine and roses in this episode! The calling to homeschool can be very hard, but very hard can also be very wonderful.
Be following my Instagram this week as I'll be sharing more homeschooling information and encouragement there for you.
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Enjoying Nature With Your Children Jun 13, 2022

One of my favorite things to do with my children is to spend time together outdoors. That could be at a park, a sports game, or possibly a big adventure like a hike with friends. I've invited a friend to join me today who also loves having time with her children in nature and prioritizes and plans for nature adventures well.
Kelly Sipan is back with me today! Kelly has been married for 12 years and has four children who are 9, 7, and twin 5 year old boys. If you have not heard her here before, you are going to love gleaning from her wisdom and will be inspired to get outside with your children.
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Medical Freedom Jun 06, 2022

Medical freedom is such a hot topic right now and it is something that our parents didn't have to fight for or be aware of in the same way that we do in this generation. Stepping into this area of parenting that we did not see modeled for us can make it feel very overwhelming. But in the midst of the challenge, being informed in how to fight for medical freedoms is important not only for our children, but also for generations to come as we are paving the way for a future of freedom. If that feels overwhelming, take heart! God has chosen YOU to be the mom in this battlefield, and since He has called you, He WILL equip you.
I have an expert mom who you are going to love joining me for this episode. Heather Knapp was a nurse for 13 years, has been married for 12 years, and now has 4 children who she mothers so intentionally while joining this fight for freedom. Be ready to learn, be encouraged, and be challenged as you join us in this excellent conversation.
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Fruit of the Spirit May 30, 2022

The fruit of the spirit is something that we're all so familiar with, and have heard so many times, that we may not take it as seriously as we should as Christian moms. As we are raising our children to know, love, and serve the Lord, it is important that we train them to have a Biblical understanding of the fruit of the spirit.
Christie Thomas is with me today to talk about ways we can train children with a Biblical understanding of the fruit of the spirit. Christie and I share a passion for children's ministry as we both spent many years directly serving children in the church. Then, God called us both out of that ministry directly serving children as our own families have grown and has shifted our ministry to serving Christian parents.
Christie helps encourage and equip Christian families through the books that she writes. The book we will be focusing on today is her book, Fruit Full: 100 Family Experiences for Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit.
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Put Down Your Phone May 23, 2022

What a shame it would be if we missed the greatest gifts of motherhood because of the distractions of our phones. We have a new challenge in our generation of mothering as we seek to use our phones to serve us and our families well instead of being a constant pull from our most important work.
Whitney Newby has shared ways that she has created some boundaries and habits for their family to use their phones in healthy ways and I know it will be an encouragement to you.
Whitney is a homeschooling mama to 4 children and creates gospel-centered, literature-rich resources for families.
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Connecting with Your Children May 16, 2022

Summer provides a beautiful opportunity for us to intentionally choose building relationships and making connections with our children. Whether you're envisioning yourself rolling into June ready for a little time off from the busy hustle and bustle or you're feeling excited about the fun that summer will bring, you're going to love our time today with Greta Eskridge.
Greta is a mama to 4 children who she homeschools in Southern California. She loves going on adventures with her children and will be sharing today about the relational value that comes with the meaningful connections that are made through adventures.
I know that you'll leave this episode encouraged and inspired to connect with your children in new ways this summer.
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Standing for Truth May 09, 2022

Christian moms must stand for truth. To do so, we have to be well informed about what the true narrative is when main stream media is full of so many lies, and we need to be directed how we can stand for truth in a meaningful way.
Today we will be discussing this topic in the context of the current infanticide bill, AB 2223.
I have Alissa Nazar with me for this conversation. Alissa is a nurse in Southern California where she has many opportunities to stand for truth. She has been married for 15 years and homeschools her two children.
Alissa was never one to be passionate about current events or politics, but as the areas of life that were once gray become increasingly more black and white, she has been convicted to stand for truth and to share it with others.
You'll want to follow Alissa @thisholisticnurse
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The American Council
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My Birth Story, Part 2 May 02, 2022

The second part of my birth stories takes my births from a hospital to home. I’m so excited to share my homebirth stories with you today. I have invited Katelyn Fusco to join me again. Katelyn is the host of the Happy Homebirth podcast and she will be taking the mic as the interviewer for this conversation.

Katelyn is a homebirth mother, a childbirth educator, and an experienced homebirth attendant. She has interviewed over a hundred moms about homebirths and if you enjoy today you will want to check out her podcast to enjoy more homebirth stories.

She also provides support to moms as they’re preparing for birth with her Happy Homebirth Academy. You can learn more about it at www.myhappyhomebirth.com

My Birth Story, Part 1 Apr 25, 2022

Do you love birth stories? I do! To share my birth stories I am changing things up a bit here today. I have invited Katelyn Fusco, the host of the Happy Homebirth podcast, to join me and take the mic as the interviewer for this conversation.

Katelyn is a homebirth mother, a childbirth educator, and an experienced homebirth attendant. She has interviewed over a hundred moms about homebirths and if you enjoy today you will want to check out her podcast to enjoy more homebirth stories.

She also provides support to moms as they’re preparing for birth with her Happy Homebirth Academy. You can learn more about it at www.myhappyhomebirth.com

Follow In Faith Apr 18, 2022

Following the Lord's leading in our lives will lead us down a path of obedience, adventure, and trust, in ways that we would never have expected. Rebecca Sanderson is with me today. We're going to be talking about how the Lord has led us so faithfully in our lives to obediently follow Him in ways that neither of us saw coming.
Rebecca has been married for 15 years and has 3 children who are 7, 5, and 3 who she homeschools. In the midst of her motherhood adventures, Rebecca has a podcast as well! She is the creator of Lamplighter Kids Stories . Her mission is to give children a trusted source of entertainment that showcases strong character.
Through her podcast and snail mail subscription she helps kids have fun while learning about virtues along the way. Rebecca also has her first book being released soon! It is available for pre-order here!
You can visit her website, lampligheterkids.com
And follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebecca_lamplighterkids

A Meaningful Easter Apr 11, 2022

This week is full of opportunities for moms to share their faith and the truth of scripture with their children. While the opportunity is there, a meaningful Easter week will not happen on its own. It is up to you!
This conversation is FULL of inspiration and motivation for moms with kids of all ages. Anna Panza is joining me for this fun episode. Anna is a mama to 2 little boys and teaches them in tender and creative ways that lend themselves perfectly to a conversation about making Holy Week meaningful in our homes.
Follow Anna on Instagram @OurFaithFilledHome
And find her free Easter resources at: www.ourfaithfilledhome.com/Easter
We present a variety of resources on this episode. Here are a few.
Music for young children:
Miss Pattycake
Hide ‘Em In Your Heart
Slugs and Bugs, Sing the Bible
Scripture Lullabies
Seeds Family Worship
Books:
The Garden, The Curtain, and The Cross
The Jesus Storybook Bible
The Characters of Easter

Draw the Verse Apr 04, 2022

In Ephesians 6, God's Word tells us to take up the Sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. As Christian moms, we have a great privilege and responsibility to help our children prepare to go out into the world by giving them that sword. One of the ways to help them take up this sword is by memorizing scripture.
I'm so glad to have a new friend, Julie Parido, here with me today. Julie has been married for 14 years and has 4 children between 2-9. She has a communications background with training in counseling as well. As you listen today, you'll hear her passion for helping equip parents to serve their children in this important task of scripture memorization.
Julie has written a scripture memory and application tool for families that you will want to get to use in your home. It is called "Draw The Verse" and is an excellent tool for children of all ages.
Purchase "Draw The Verse"
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Perspective, Toddlers to Teens Mar 28, 2022

So often moms are fed a narrative that our little ones are “terrible twos” and we’re told, “enjoy them now” or “just wait until they’re teens”! But we can choose a different narrative. It doesn’t have to be that way.

Greta Eskridge is joining me for this episode about choosing a new perspective in motherhood. Raising children comes with its trials and joys at all ages, but we can navigate those with grace and enjoy the gifts that God gives is in all the seasons of motherhood.

Greta is a homeschooling mom to her four children who range from 11 to 17 years old. She loves building relationships with her children through adventuring together. She has written two books on this topic.

Adventure Together can be purchased wherever books are sold.

100 Days of Adventures can be pre-ordered wherever books are sold.

You’ll love them both!

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Detoxing Your Home Mar 21, 2022

As moms, we take the priority of caring for the health and wellness of our families very seriously. Part of that is keeping our home as toxic free as possible, but that can feel extremely overwhelming!
My friend Rachel Wilson is back with me today. She teaches so clearly on this topic because she traveled this journey herself. When her eyes were opened to the toxins she was using in her home she began gradually making changes and has learned many easy ways to make your home more "clean" for you and your family.
In this conversation she shares some excellent resources for you to use in your home and has even created a free e-book for you to support you in this journey that we're all on together.
Toxic Free Cleaning ebook
Rachel has been sharing on this topic all month on her Instagram, she has some excellent highlights, and will continue to give more helpful tools this week!
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Tools for Discipline - Older Children, Part 2 Mar 14, 2022

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Tools for Discipline - Older Children Mar 07, 2022

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Raising Prayerful Kids Feb 28, 2022

One of the most important gifts that we can give to our children as moms is to teach them how to pray. We get to teach them how to take their feelings, their fears, their hopes, their disappointments, their celebrations... all to the throne of God. What greater gift could we offer our children?
I'm so privileged to have with me today, Sarah Holmstrom and Stephanie Thurling. Together, they founded the ministry. Raising Prayerful Kids. And have now co-authored the book, Raising Prayerful Kids.
Both Sarah and Steph are passionate about equipping parents to lead their children to pray creatively and actively. I know this conversation will leave you encouraged and motivated to prioritize prayer with your children in new and exciting ways. And, you will want to pre-order their book!
You can order it wherever books are sold. Here is the Amazon link to make it easy for you!
Raising Prayerful Kids
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You Need Rest! Feb 21, 2022

If you ask another mom how she is doing, I'm going to guess that about 9 times out of 10, she says "busy", or "tired", or "I'm good!" But you can see in her eyes that truly, this mama needs rest. I'm so glad to bring this conversation to you about how we are designed to need rest.
I have Carrie De Francisco back with me today! She is a retired homeschool mom with 2 young adult children. She has been married for 27 years and loves being an encouragement to moms who are homeschooling their children.
Carrie is hosting a weekend for homeschool moms in March and we would love to see you there! I will be speaking along with Greta Eskridge and Carrie. You can find more information at http:www.coffeewithcarrie.org.
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Sex and Intimacy in Marriage- Revisited Feb 14, 2022

Happy Valentine's Week! Before we begin, If you have little ears listening with you, this is an episode you’ll want to enjoy later on your own.
I've found that as our seasons of marriage changes with babies, older children, work demands, health challenges... (the list could go on) focusing on the health of our sex life in our marriage is a must! That's why I am bringing back this open conversation about some of the more intimate areas of marriage.
So, take off our mom hat, and put back on your wife hat and join us for a fun conversation about sex and intimacy in marriage.

Back with me today are my friends, Michelle Akrami and Talithia Williams. Michelle is mama to her 5 kids, has been married for 16 years, and curates the blog, The Unhurried Farm. Talithia has 3 boys, has been married for 17 years, and is a math professor at Harvey Mudd College. Today’s conversation is full of some good laughs, practical ideas, and fun challenges that will serve your marriage well!

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How to Win at Conflict in Marriage- Revisited Feb 07, 2022

Conflict in your marriage is guaranteed to happen. Try running a podcast with your spouse! Truly winning those conflicts doesn’t mean getting the upper hand in the argument though, or ultimately getting your way. To be able to have a happy and successful marriage for life requires conflicts to be managed in such a way that both you and your husband end the conflict as winners. Now, this may sound impossible, especially when you feel that you are definitely right, and he is definitely wrong.
Today’s guest is my friend, Starla Anderson. She and I will be discussing How to Win Conflicts in Your Marriage. You are going to love Starla! She is a professor of Conflict Management at Azusa Pacific University, educated in communications, law, and dispute resolution. Starla is also a mom who raised two amazing children and has a wonderfully healthy marriage. I’m so glad you joined us today as we learn how to win conflicts in our marriages.
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Spiritual Formation in Children Jan 31, 2022

"This is a marathon, not a sprint" is a reminder that I keep on my kitchen wall. As my oldest child is quickly approaching the teen years, I find this statement to be so true. This conversation today is so foundational to the parenting philosophy that allows me to make it through the challenges of the day to day while still keeping the end in mind. Even on the most difficult days, I can choose to remember the high calling God has placed on my life as the mother of these children and believe that if He has given me these children to mother and He will equip me to raise them to have every opportunity to know and serve Him.
Jean Thomason is back with me again today! She was on an episode with me on October 4th called Sing Through The Day. If you missed that one, I would encourage you to go back and listen to that as it was full of so much encouragement and truth!
She has been a voice in my home for many years as the voice of the character that she created, Miss Pattycake. She created this character as a way to bring music full of the truth of God's word and of God's creation to children all around the world.
She wrote a wonderful book called Sharing God's Big Love with Little Lives. It is rich with so much scriptural wisdom and truth for anyone who works with children. It is an easy read that will leave you refreshed and with a renewed since of purpose in the daily work that God has called you to as you mother your children.
Jean is back with me today to talk about a very rich topic about spiritual formation in children. We, as parents have a privilege to lay a foundation for our children that they will be building on for the rest of their lives.
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Menu Planning Jan 24, 2022

Do you HATE hearing these 3 words? “What’s for dinner?” This episode will help your table become a blessing instead of a burden.
Today we’re talking about menu planning! I’m going to be talking with two of my very good friends. Rebecca Genzink and Stephanie Kamps are back with us today.
I have watched them both menu plan for their families masterfully! I love bringing REAL moms to you who are experts in an area where we can glean from their wisdom.
This is so applicable to your daily life and will empower you to feel better prepared to serve your family well at your table.
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Praying for Your Children Jan 17, 2022

Do you pray for your children? Or do you wish you prayed for your children more? We are going to be having an extremely motivating conversation today about being a prayer warrior mama!
I'm going to be talking with a dear family member, Jeanie Taylor. Jeanie has been a pastor's wife for many years, she has 3 grown children. She has been a true prayer warrior mama for 33 years, so she has a wealth of wisdom to share with us today.
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Body Image Idolatry Jan 10, 2022

Health, fitness, and body image seems to be flooding my social media accounts this week. Every New Year this happens, so I wanted us to jump into the topic of body image here. I hope that you're joining us today with a heart prepared to be both encouraged and challenged as we approach these topics with a Biblical perspective that may cause some preconceived notions to shift.
I'm so honored to have one of my mentors from the last 12 years is joining us today. Her wisdom has shaped my Biblical worldview and the way that I study God's Word. Cindy Zuidema was my Bible Study Fellowship teaching leader for many years and I'm so grateful for the truth she has poured into me. She is a mama to 4 adult children and has been married for 34 years.
Cindy is the perfect person to share on this topic. She is sharing from her own personal story of how the Lord led her down a path to an understanding Himself in a beautiful way that impacts the way that she views health, fitness, and body image today.
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Seek First the Kingdom Jan 03, 2022

We are kicking off the new year talking about the MOST important topic possible! I'm back with Kayse Pratt with a conversation about seeking first the kingdom of God. Kayse is a mom to two children and runs Anchored Women. At Anchored Women, she helps women simplify their home and faith. Kayse is a master at helping women develop systems to make their home and life smoothly with less stress and more order, and it all begins with anchoring our lives in Christ.
As we go into this first full week of the new year, do not let the overwhelm creep in! Let's fight it off together as we seek first the kingdom of God and the other things will all fall into their proper places as we keep our focus on the Lord and keep Him over it all.
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Opening Our Hearts to Our Children's Friends - Revisited Dec 27, 2021

Would you like to build a deeper and life-long relationship with your children? One of the best ways that you can do that is by opening your heart and your home to your children’s friends. Joining us today is my mom, Connie Burroughs. Mother to me and my three younger siblings. She began her work with children in the classroom as a teacher before we were born and has continued to pour into children as a mother, grandmother, and friend. Also with us today is my friend, Becky Slamer. Mother to two teenage children and ministry partner to her husband working with CRU, a worldwide ministry focused on evangelism and discipleship to college students. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged by this conversation as we open our hearts to our children’s friends.
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Serving Each Child's Heart Dec 20, 2021

"You knit me together in my mother's womb, I praise you for I am fearfully and wonderfully made." That verse has taken on new meaning to me as I have had five very different children. Each fearfully and wonderfully made in their own unique designs.
First I had a boy and I loved watching him grow in all of his "boyness". Then, God gave us a girl. I expected them to be quite different because of their boy and girl differences, and they were. When I found out that our third child was a girl, all that I could picture in my mind was similar girl qualities to my first daughter. But God designed my daughters so differently! From birth, I realized how mistaken I had been. My first daughter has darker straight brown hair and my second daughter has blond curly hair. As they grew, I learned how different their hearts, gifts, and personalities were made. I knew better than to expect anything the same when I found out I was having a third daughter, and I was right! My precious third daughter is like no one else I've ever met. And our precious last baby boy is still so small that we don't know exactly what type of a person he will grow into, but we do know that he will be his own uniquely designed person by our amazingly creative God.
Today, my friends and I will be talking about God's unique design of each of our children and how we, as moms, have a privilege to love and serve each of them in such differently intentional ways. Both of the other moms with me are also moms of 5 children, so we have all struggled with the balance of serving so many people well, while also attempting to maintain our sanity!
Michelle Akrami is back with me! She has been here for many previous episodes and I always love gleaning from her wisdom. Michelle has been married for 16 years and has children from 5-11 years old. You can follow Michelle on Instagram @theunhurriedfarm or online at www.unhurriedfarm.com .
A new friend to you is my friend Noël Quinnelly. She has been married for 23 years and her children range from ages 12-22 so she has a lot of mothering wisdom to share with us. I have been so blessed by watching the way she intentionally pours into each of her children and I'm so glad to introduce you to her today.
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Triggers in Motherhood Dec 13, 2021

Do you struggle with responding in anger toward your children? I step into this conversation with such a tender and empathetic heart. I have worked with children in many capacities throughout my entire adult life and I have had countless people tell me that I am one of the most patient people that they have ever met. And while I believe that God has gifted me with a great measure of patience toward children, mothering revealed a different side of me that I did not even know existed and it is not always pretty. I have been very convicted in my motherhood about the ways that I respond to my children. I don’t want to be the mom who yells at my kids or responds harshly for behavior that is truly just childish at it’s core.

If you can empathize with my struggle, then this conversation with Wendy Speake is going to be an excellent encouragement for you today as well. Wendy is a mama to 3 boys and has a beautiful heart for ministering to women in her speaking and writing. Wendy Speake wrote a book alongside Amber Lia entitled, Triggers: Exchanging parents’ angry reactions for gentle Biblical responses.

I’m so excited to be joining Wendy in hosting her annual 40 Day Sugar Fast this January and would love to have you join us! You can sign up for Wendy’s newsletter at her website below, or you can follow us on social media to keep informed at https://www.wendyspeake.com/.

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Dare to be Different Dec 06, 2021

Have you noticed that the world is becoming more and more black and white? The differences between one opinion and another are becoming so much greater in the areas that impact our daily living as moms. It seems that every day, where there had once been "grey" areas of life, the "grey" is becoming more black and white as new laws are passed or something new comes up in the news that makes that middle ground disappear.
Today we are having a conversation about being women who dare to be different than the world. It is going to take us to some bold places and I'm really excited about going there with you. I believe God has called us to live boldly in THIS time as He chose US to be the mothers for such a time as this, and we want to live into the calling that He has placed on our lives.
I have a new friend to introduce to you named Elizabeth Parsons. Elizabeth has 5 children and I met her through her Instagram platform. While following her life there, I noticed that she makes many choices to live in ways that are different than culture. I have seen stark contrasts to cultural norms in the way that she talks intentionally about marriage, mothering, faith, the medical choices they make in their home, the way they choose to educate their family, and more. Elizabeth comes from a nursing background which makes the differences in their medical choices even more surprising because many of them are not what you would find in traditional western medicine.
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Keeping Christ in Christmas Nov 29, 2021

Merry Christmas! It is so exciting to be ushering in the Christmas season with a focus on Christ together. Our lives can become so busy with so many "good" things during this season that it is easy to become distracted from the true reason that we all look forward to celebrating at Christmas.
I am so glad to introduce you to a new friend, Kristi Menashe. She is an author of an advent devotional, "Come and Adore". Kristi has four children and has been married to her husband for 23 years. She has homeschooled her children who range in ages from 8-19 years old.
She recently wrote a homeschool devotion book as well, "Precious and Pleasant Riches: Encouragement for the Homeschool Parent".
She has so much encouragement and grounding Biblical perspective to offer moms through her writing as she has written these books while in the trenches of motherhood herself.
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Traveling with Children Nov 22, 2021

Happy Thanksgiving! Are you traveling with your family this holiday season, or are you staying local? Whether your travel is visiting family for the holidays or a long awaited adventure, traveling with our children can have benefits that will last a lifetime.
I am so excited to introduce you to two new friends today! My friend Rebecca Genzink is with me today. She has been married for 17 years and has two daughters who are 13 and 10. She has traveled a lot with her family in very intentional ways. They travel very strategically in ways that serve their entire family well. I also invited my friend Melissa Fillpot to join us for this conversation. Melisa and her husband have been married for 14 years and they have three children who are 10, 8, and 6. The Fillpot family loves going on big adventures as a family, exploring God's beautiful creation. I am often inspired when Melissa returns from a trip with her family and shares of the adventures they have enjoyed together and I believe she will inspire you as well.
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Fighting in Marriage Nov 15, 2021

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Deep Cleaning for Your Home Nov 08, 2021

Do you ever feel like you just can't get it all done? When you consider your home, maybe you can get to the surface level of everything, but those deeper levels of cleaning just glare at you as they wait patiently for you in the various corners of your home.
I have some wonderful friends with me today who are very gifted in this area. They have some excellent encouragement and wisdom to share with us that they have found to be successful in their homes. Evangalia Novarro is a mama to two children who are ten and eight. She and her husband have been married for 15 years. I also have Lori Smith back here with us today! She joined us last year for episode 13 about preparing our homes for Christmas. Lori has four grown children and has been married for 37 years! I know you'll be abundantly blessed by our time together.
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Protecting Your Children from Pornography Nov 01, 2021

PARENTAL WARNING: Today's episode should be listened to without your children present as we'll be discussing pornography.
I'm so excited to have Greta Eskridge back with us for this conversation today. Greta has 4 children and has clearly been called by the Lord to fight this battle of pornography for her children and also to equip us to join her in the fight for our children. Greta has spoken on this topic numerous times and is a wealth of wisdom.
You can join Greta and I in this fight so easily, by simply sharing this with YOUR community of people. Send it to your sisters, your neighbors, your friends, your pastors... Christian parents MUST be equipped to fight this battle well!
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She has also written an excellent book, Adventuring Together, that every mom should read!
If you enjoy this episode, go back and listen to episode 40 that Greta and I recorded, Creating a Healthy Sexual Culture in Your Home.
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Reasons to Celebrate Oct 25, 2021

This is such a fun conversation! We're talking about reasons to celebrate in our home. We see it in God's Word from the very beginning when he was creating the world and he would say, "It was good." We continue to see celebrations in the Old Testament as the Israelites had practices and traditions of celebrations. We take place in the celebration of sabbath as we weekly rest and remember God's goodness. As a mom, we're often attending or planning annual birthday celebrations.
I love the many celebrations that come with the fall and winter seasons. My friends with me today are masters at celebrating well in their homes. I'm so excited to bring them to you to share about some different reasons and ways that we can celebrate as regular practices in their homes and also as seasonal practices.
My friend Michelle Akrami is back with me today. She has been married for 16 years and she and her husband have 5 children ranging in ages from 5-11. Being brought alongside her family for some celebrations has been such a joy! If you would like to see first hand what her celebrated life looks like you can follow her on Instagram @theunhurriedfarm or you can find her online at unhurriedfarm.com .
My friend Becky Slamer also celebrates so beautifully with her family and brings other families alongside her in their celebrations. Her children are 15 and 18 years old which I think is a helpful different perspective to bring. Sometimes as children grow and life becomes differently full, celebrations begin to fade away. But not with Becky! Becky celebrates so well with her older children also. She has been married fir 18 years and you can find her on Instagram @beckyslamer.
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Reluctant Homeschooling Oct 18, 2021

If you are reluctantly considering homeschooling or if you are currently homeschooling your children, this episode is for you! For the reluctant moms, after listening to this conversation you will be encouraged and feel equipped in moving forward with your family as the Lord is leading you. For the moms who are already homeschooling your children, pray that God will lead to you to share this with the friend who is needing direction in this area right now. Listen to it first and I believe God will bring the friends to mind who need the hope that this episode will offer them.
I have an excellent guest with me today! Katie Julius works for CHEA, the Christian Home Educators Association of California, and is a wealth of knowledge about homeschooling in the state of California. We talk about some of the reasons families are reluctantly considering homeschooling, what some of the common concerns are, and what the basic steps are to begin homeschooling. Even if you're not in California, this conversation has a lot to offer you as you seek the Lord's leading for your family.
I believe this conversation will leave the unsettled mom feeling hopeful and empowered to move forward with confidence. And it will be an excellent resource for any mom to share with their friend who is reluctantly considering home education.
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Family Morning Time Oct 11, 2021

There is something so beautiful about the mornings as we can gather as a family around the table and intentionally begin our days seeking first the Lord and then other truths that we can present as a feast before our children. If this picture is a far fetch from what your mornings look like, I know that you'll be so inspired by this conversation today. If this sounds a lot like the morning rhythms in your home, you will be so encouraged by the lasting value of the richness you are pouring into your family day by day.
Today we are talking with Cindy Rollins who has a new book called Morning Time. It is an excellent resource for any mom as it begins with a good explanation of what morning time is and why it is important, then provides all of the resources that you need to begin a beautiful morning time in your home.
I'm so glad to introduce you to Cindy and hope that you're inspired by this conversation.
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Singing Through the Day Oct 04, 2021

Whether you are the kind of mom who is like a Mary Poppins type who bursts into song throughout your day, or a mom who cautiously even hums along to the radio in the car, you are going to love my friend today!
I am so excited to bring Jean Thomason here for this fun conversation about Singing Through the Day. She has been a voice in my home for many years as the voice of the character that she created, Miss Pattycake. She created this character as a way to bring music full of the truth of God's word and of God's creation to children all around the world.
She wrote a wonderful book called Sharing God's Big Love with Little Lives. It is rich with so much scriptural wisdom and truth for anyone who works with children. It is an easy read that will leave you refreshed and with a renewed since of purpose in the daily work that God has called you to as you mother your children.
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Protecting Your Children in Public Sep 27, 2021

You carry great responsibility as the mom when you take your children out into public. Whether you're going to run local errands, on a nature adventure into the depths of a forest, to the park, or to an amusement park, there are ways that you can be proactive to help keep your children safe.
I'm so privileged to have Amber Elle joining us for this important conversation. Amber is a mom to three children who are 8, 6, and 4 years old. Amber was a registered nurse but has transitioned into a self-reliance advocate and works to empower people to know how to protect themselves when put in harms way.
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How to Confidently Share Your Faith Sep 20, 2021

Have you struggled with feeling confident in how to share your faith? Or, have you felt uncertain how to prepare your children to share their faith? This conversation is going to leave you feeling encouraged and better equipped to share your faith in your daily life and to train your children to do the same.
Joining me for this conversation is Jeanie Taylor. She is a dear extended family member who has a passion for living a life of evangelism. She will share her story of being led to Christ, how she began sharing her faith, stories of international mission work, and most importantly, the value of missional living as a mom. Jeanie has 3 grown children, has worked in children's ministry for many years and has been a pastor's wife for even longer.
Jeanie and her husband Chet have recently launched a ministry called Living in the Blessing.
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Healing Trauma In Children Sep 13, 2021

2020 was a year that took everyone through so many difficult experiences and deep emotions, and I would even go as far as to say trauma. Sometimes, as as the mom, it can be difficult to know how I can best reach the heart of my child and serve them well when they have been through something so traumatic.
I have an expert, Lori Crosby, with me today. Lori is a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. I have seen her truly empathetic heart for moms and children as she also has 2 children of her own and has walked through these difficult storms as a mom herself.
Seeing the need in the church for a better understanding and practical tools for serving children who have been through trauma, Lori and her husband have written a book together called, "Trauma Informed Children's Ministry: A Practical Guide For Reaching Hurting Kids."
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Rooted and Grounded in Love, Part 2 Sep 06, 2021

This is a continuation of our conversation that we begun last week about being rooted and grounded in love, mind, body, soul, and spirit. Last week we focused on what it means to be rooted and grounded in love in our minds. This week we'll focus on body, soul, and spirit.
My guest for these topics is a good friend of mine, Melissa Castaneda. Melissa is the Amy's Farm Director of Education and Media, she is a Revelation Wellness Coach, and she grew up as a third generation Japanese-American farmer. She is a beautiful woman inside and out but has lived much of her life in dis-ease because of many labels that were given to her by doctors.
Most importantly, Melissa is a mom who treasures motherhood as you and I do. She has raised three dear children who are now living high school and young adult life. It has been a privilege to know and love Melissa and her family and I'm so glad that you get to spend this time with her here.
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Rooted and Grounded in Love, Part 1 Aug 30, 2021

Are you the kind of mom who loves being outdoors? Or, are you one who would rather stay inside? I believe that we all have a desire within us to be outdoors for purposes that serve our entire body!
Our time outside in creation serves our body, mind, soul and spirit. I have an exciting conversation for us today. My dear friend Melissa Castaneda is here with us. She is the Amy's Farm Director of Educational Programs and Media and she is a certified Revelation Wellness coach.
Melissa is a 3rd generation Japanese American Farmer and is a beautiful woman who has lived in dis-ease for many years as she has been given many labels from doctors. She has 3 wonderful children who are now grown, but many of her health struggles were while her children were still young in their home.
I'm so glad that I get to bring my friend Melissa to you today and I know you're going to be blessed by this conversation.
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Afghanistan Aug 23, 2021

There is a beautiful way that motherhood connects moms from different backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities... we connect in a supernatural way because of the commonality of motherhood that we share. I've heard multiple moms share how their hearts are breaking for the mothers in Afghanistan with the devastation that is happening there.
I began praying that God would give me a way that I could actually help and I've seen that same desire from so many women. "What can I do? How can I help? How can I actually make a difference?" It feels so helpless being so far away and feeling like there is nothing you can do while seeing people go through such excruciating hurt.
Today I have a special conversation prepared for us with a friend who was a foreign aid worker in Afghanistan. She is going to paint a picture for us of what it actually looked like to live in Afghanistan, amongst the people, in their homes, and truly experiencing their culture.
We will spend the second part of our conversation discussing what we as moms can do right now to truly make a difference during these tragic times.
Donation links mentioned in the conversation:
World Relief (Christian Organization) : www.worldrelief.org
Target Wish list for refugee families: www.Miryslist.org
Resource for further education on Afghanistan mentioned in the conversation:
Thistles and Biscuits Afghanistan culture study for kids: www.thistlesandbiscuits.com
Resources for more information on what is happening in Afghanistan mentioned in the closing:
The Daily Wire YouTube video about the history of Afghanistan
The Family Research Council

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Living Debt Free Aug 16, 2021

Let's talk about money! In this fun conversation with Victoria Volpei we'll talk about getting our money under control. Victoria will inspire you to get excited about eliminating date so that your money can be used well to serve the Lord and your family. She and her husband have been married for 7 years and they have two children who are 3 and a half and 16 months old.
In our conversation she'll share her story of how they tackled $65,000 of debt and how they now use their experiences to help others find financial freedom as well. Victoria has great wisdom to share of tips and tricks for using a budget and conquering debt and will be a great encouragement to you!
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Gentle Learning for Young Children Aug 09, 2021

Do you still have young children in your home? Or do you have friends with a home full of busy little hands and feet? Today we will be talking about learning gently with children during the early years. All too often learning can become a burdensome task. Or, we as moms, think that we have the sole responsibility of doing all of the "teaching" once our children reach a certain age, as though the child is unable to continue the natural learning they have already been doing their entire life.
By the end of this conversation, you'll be very encouraged that YOU are capable of continuing to teach your children as you already have been their entire life! God has chosen you to be their mom and when you are weak, He will make you strong and equip you every step of the way.
With us today is Katie Klein, a mama of 3 children, ages 2, 4, and 6. Katie shares on her Instagram feed how tenderly she teaches her children and walks alongside them with intentional learning in such a beautiful way. Katie has an active blog and Instagram page where she shares her passion in how she educates her young children at home as well as very useful information on this topic and other topics surrounding motherhood. She is a delight to follow and I know you'll be encouraged by her.
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Protecting Your Children from Public School Sex Education Aug 02, 2021

Parental Warning: This conversation should not be listened to with children present. We will be discussing the comprehensive sex education that is currently being taught in our American public schools. Gina Gleason is joining me for this conversation. She has been married for 46 years and is mother of 3 grown children.

Just like you, she is a mom who cared deeply about raising up children to know and love the Lord. When her children had grown, God lit a passion in her to become actively involved in the political realm. She stepped out in obedience and began serving in ministry at her church, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, to speak to the current issues that are happening in our local cities, state, nation, and world. She has served in the Real Impact ministry for 16 years, helping to better equip the church and believers.

Today, Gina joins us here as an expert in the appalling comprehensive sex education that is happening in the public school system. All believers should be well informed about this as it is impacting our children, or the children of our friends and neighbors, and it will have a lasting impact on this upcoming generation.

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Prioritizing Your Mental Health Jul 26, 2021

When was the last time that you took inventory of your mental health? If you're like me, you probably say, "It's fine, I'm fine, I'm taking care of everyone else and I'm fine." And don't stop to care for yourself. Today, Dr. Monica Blied joins me for a conversation about how to take care of your mental health as a mom.
Dr. Blied is a licensed clinical psychologist and is a mom of three children, so she truly understands the heart of a mom. She is the director of The Faces of Health Wellness Center in Claremont, California. Dr. Blied specializes in helping individuals who are living with chronic illnesses to make since of their new normal and to thrive. Dr. Blied has expertise in mind-body wellness, whole health interventions, and in providing testing and neurocognitive evaluations.
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Learning Through Games Jul 19, 2021

Learning with our children should be fun, but in reality that is not always the case. Today we are having a fun conversation about learning with games! You will leave this episode excited to play games with your children and see results in your home that will last a lifetime. And don't miss the game giveaway we're doing on Instagram this week!
I have an expert on this topic who has invested countless hours into researching high quality games for her children, playing them over many lunches together, and seeing the results of the learning that took place while relationships were strengthened and everyone was having fun.
Carrie De Francisco is a retired homeschool mom of 2 children who are 22 and 18 years old. She is the author of "Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God". She is also the host of the Coffee With Carrie Podcast where she shares homeschool wisdom for moms who have been called to this homeschooling adventure. She also has an excellent Instagram account with so much advice for all parents about ways you can have fun while teaching your children and helpful hints to help your children with learning whether you homeschool or are in a classroom setting.
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Clearing the Clutter in Your Home Jul 12, 2021

Do you ever feel so overwhelmed by the clutter in your home? Maybe you have counter tops or drawers, or even a closet or a room, that tends to "catch" all of the extra stuff?
I have invited an expert to talk with me about this topic of clutter today. Kayse Pratt is here from Anchored Women. She helps equip women to remain anchored in Christ as they manage their homes, family, and daily life. Kayse is a mom to 2 children so she is no stranger to the balancing act of mom life. I'm so glad that you'll get to meet her today and learn from her as I did during this fun conversation.
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Tools for Discipline: Young Children Jul 05, 2021

We’re back again today to talk about discipline! Discipling our children is one of the greatest privileges and responsibilities that God has given us and my mom, Connie Burroughs, is back with us again today for this important conversation. My mom raised 4 children who love and serve the Lord and now she is Nana to 9 grandchildren. (5 of those are my sweet babies!). We began this conversation in episode 33, The Heart of Discipline. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, listen to that one first as discipline begins must begin with the heart. This conversation, Tools of Discipline with Young Children, is full of principals that can be applied to children of all ages, but we’ll specifically focus on young children today. Be watching for a future episode about tools of discipline with older children.
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Creating a Healthy Sexual Culture in Your Home Jun 28, 2021

Have you wondered how to talk with your children about sex? Or how to create a healthy sexual culture in your home? Due to the nature of this topic, this will be an episode that you’ll want to save to listen to without little ears around. Time and time again moms have asked for a conversation on this topic, so I did it here with Greta Eskridge. Greta is a mom who loves to adventure through life with her 4 children. She loves adventuring so much that she wrote a book about it! You should all have her book, it is so inspirational, it’s called Adventuring Together, and if you don’t follow us on Instagram yet, you should do so this week because I’ll be giving away a copy of her book there. I can be found @seekwhollyliving and Greta is @maandpamodern. Greta speaks all over the nation on the difficult topics of creating a healthy sexual culture in your home and protecting children from pornography. What a joy and privilege it is to have this conversation with Greta Eskridge today and I would challenge you, as you listen, to consider what friends you can share this with to support them in their journey of parenting as well. I’m so glad you’re here!
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Speaking Life into Your Children Jun 21, 2021

Have you considered that you are the first voice to speak into the lives of your children? What a beautiful privilege and responsibility it is that we carry as moms. My mom, Connie Burroughs, and my friend, Bethany Bruebaker, are back with me for this conversation about speaking life into our children. They are both naturally gifted encouragers who fill their days with words of life.

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The Importance of Sabbath Jun 14, 2021

Do you practice the Sabbath? Do you wish you knew how to make a Sabbath day possible in your busy life? Joining me today is Rachel Fahrenbach, author of Rest and Reflect: 12-Week Guided Sabbath Journal. We discuss what the Sabbath is and why it is important. We also take on the biggest struggle in our busy culture of how we can intentionally begin practicing the Sabbath as an act of obedience and expect to see God's faithfulness and blessings in our life.
This conversation will leave you challenged , encouraged, and empowered to begin practicing the Sabbath. You'll also be ready to buy Rachel's book! I will link it below, but you can also follow us both on Instagram the week this releases for a giveaway of her new book!

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Healthy Families - Chiropractic Jun 07, 2021

I have heard it said that when you feel well, you act well. I have found this to be true for myself and for my children as well. One of the ways we keep our family healthy is through chiropractic care. In today's conversation we will learn about many ways that chiropractic care can be beneficial for moms during their everyday life as well as during pregnancy. We will also discuss some of the reasons that chiropractic care is helpful for babies and children and how you can find a chiropractor to serve your family well.
Today's guest is our family chiropractor, Doctor Debbie Vu. She is a wonderful mama to her 3 children and owns a family chiropractic office with her husband, Body and Mind Chiropractic. They believe that chiropractic care is essential to healthcare. Dr. Debbie is a family wellness chiropractor that has additional certification in Pediatric Care, Pre-Natal Care and the Webster technique. She also has additional education in nutritional and low force techniques and specializes in helping women optimize their pregnancy, as well as boosts kids and adults health alike by helping maintain the health of their spine.
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Hope After a Difficult Diagnosis May 31, 2021

Have you received a difficult diagnosis? Or do you have a mom, or a sister, or a friend who has been given a devastating diagnosis? This conversation is rich with hope for you and your loved ones! In this special episode, we'll dive deep into the topics of what you can do for those in the midst of a cancer battle or other serious illness and also some very real ways that you can keep walking, one day at a time, if you're the one in a health crisis.
My dear friend Kelly Sipan is sharing her story of going through a cancer diagnosis first with her mom and then for herself. Her diagnosis began when she was living overseas as a missionary, but now she calls Southern California home where she writes her blog, SoCal Nature Kids, for families wanting to get outside together! Kelly is a cancer survivor as she has completed her treatments and is a thriving wife and homeschool mom of 4 beautiful children.
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Rebuilding After Betrayal May 24, 2021

Betrayal can take so many painful forms in the life of a mom. Your story of betrayal might be from a parent during your childhood, or a dear friend, or the devastating betrayal of a spouse. Or maybe you have been the trusted mom friend supporting another mom through a painful betrayal in her life story. This is a tender topic that is looked at through a new lens of hope in today's conversation.
Joining me with a story of hope and healing after betrayal is Tina Konkin. She is the Founder and Director of Relationship Lifeline and a coach to many. I know that you will leave this conversation encouraged and challenged by the passion that Tina has for healing the broken-hearted by giving them a clear path to the life they've always imagined.
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Mothering In Community - Revisited May 17, 2021

Mothering alone, without the friendship and community of other moms, is a recipe for loneliness and mediocrity in life. In today’s conversation, we will discuss Mothering in Community. Joining us, are two amazing moms with over a decade of experience in finding, living, and contributing in vibrant communities with other moms.

My friend Talithia, is a math professor at Harvey Mudd College and has 3 boys, between eight and twelve years old. And my friend Debran, is a family pastor and expert in social network marketing. She has 4 children, ages six through fourteen. I’m so glad you can join us for as we learn how to Mother in Community.
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The Heart of Parental Discipline May 10, 2021

Disciplining our children is hard work! This conversation is with my mom, Connie Burroughs, who poured herself into discipling the hearts of her four children for so many years and has encouraged many moms on this topic of the heart of parental discipline. Between her four children and my five children, it is incredible to see the many different struggles that can come with training children. There will be a follow up episode with some specific tools of discipline, but it must begin first with the heart. We talk about our heart when we are disciplining our children and the ways that we strive to reach the hearts of our children through their training. Truly, the ultimate purpose of discipline is to lead our children's hearts closer to the Lord, that they may serve Him with their lives.
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Mother's Day Special May 03, 2021

Happy Mother’s Day dear mamas! It’s such a privilege to be moms and truly is a gift from the Lord. Today’s conversation is a special one because I have my sweet new baby in my lap and my mom across the table from me! I begin the conversation with two dear friends, Bethany Bruebaker, @happyhomemakerme , and Kelly Sipan, @socalnaturekids, to share some beautiful stories of their friendships with their moms and how their relationships with their moms continue influencing their mothering today. My mom and I conclude the conversation about the gift of our relationship and share how it matured from a mother daughter relationship to a beautiful friendship. (Even through those hormonal teen years!) May you have a blessed Mother's Day!
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Yes, You Can Homeschool Apr 26, 2021

This conversation will leave you encouraged and empowered that YOU can homeschool your children. If you are the mom who has listed reasons why you could never homeschool, I am sure we will address many of those here. If you are the mom who has said you would never consider homeschooling your children, you will relate very well with one of my guests who was a very unlikely homeschooler. If you already homeschool your children or are considering trying homeschooling, you will be very encouraged after listening! Becky Slamer is back with me, an unlikely homeschooler who is graduating her oldest child from high school at home this year. And a new guest, Katie Julius, is here as a representative of CHEA, the Christian Home Educators Association of California. CHEA of CA has a very helpful facebook group you can join as well.
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The Heart of Adoption Apr 19, 2021

We are all called to care for the orphans. What does that look like in your life? Have you adopted children into your family? Have you fostered children in your home? Do you support ministries or families that directly care for orphaned children? In today's conversation, two moms share their adoption stories. Sarah Dykema is back with me. You can follow her on Instagram @purpose_life_homes. And I'm so glad to welcome Kimberly Gunderson with me here for the first time.
This conversation is rich with stories of international adoption, open adoption, local adoption through the county and so much more. Most importantly, we get a glimpse into the hearts of the moms who said yes to adoption in their families and how we can join in that mission.
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Healthy Habits for Moms and Kids Apr 12, 2021

Join us for a fun conversation about the healthy habits that we can choose for ourselves and our children. Michelle Akrami from @theunhurriedfarm and Christina LeMaster are with me as we talk through how we strive to prioritize keeping ourselves and our children healthy. As moms, we have a great privilege and responsibility to live our lives in a way that will create healthy habits for our children that will go with them into adulthood. Michelle, Christina, and I will share rhythms that we have found to successfully prioritize health in our homes. If you're challenged by this conversation, be sure to join me on Instagram or Facebook this week as I share about an opportunity to join me in a healthy challenge this coming month!
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Priorities in Work and Home Apr 05, 2021

Do you struggle with the balance between work and home priorities? Today’s conversation is with two moms who live very full lives, balancing their priorities between work and home as the Lord leads. Sarah Dykema is mom to two boys and is a real estate agent with Purpose Homes and you can follow her @purpose_life_homes. Grace Sekayan is mom to 3 children and works as a nurse and you can follow her @mamanursegrace. God will lead us as we seek His direction for our families and these women have powerful testimonies of how the Lord has proven faithful in leading them.
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Preparing Our Hearts for Easter Mar 29, 2021

Do you celebrate Holy Week with your children? This week leading up to Easter is referred to as Holy Week and with it comes many opportunities to draw close to the Lord with our family as we look forward to Easter Sunday. Similarly to the ways we celebrate advent as a season, looking forward to Christmas, this week has it’s own unique blessings. I’ve invited my friends Michelle and Becky back with me today as they both celebrate life so beautifully and this Holy Week is no exception. Michelle has 5 children, between the ages of 4 and 11, and Becky has 2 teenage children. The three of us will share how our families celebrate this week and pray that it will encourage you to try something new with your family this week and make this Easter week a time that draws everyone in your home closer to the Lord.

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The Joys and Challenges of Breastfeeding Mar 22, 2021

Are you an expecting mom? Or, are you a friend, or a sister, or a mother, or a grandmother to someone who is expecting? This conversation is going to be such a blessing to you and to that precious baby! With me today is my dear friend Ashley Hontz who is a registered nurse and a lactation consultant. She has many years of experience and so much wisdom to share on the topic of breastfeeding. So whether it's you, or someone you'll be supporting through their breastfeeding journey, I'm so glad that you're here for this conversation.
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Being a Good Friend Mar 15, 2021

Do you know what it means to be a good friend? With me today are two amazing women who very intentional in their friendships. On today's episode, we are going to discuss what it means to be a good friend. With me today is Michelle Akrami, mother if five children between the ages of four and ten, and Heidi Ollman, who has two teenagers and one adult child. I know that ever women will be blessed by this conversation.
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How to Manage Conflict with Children Mar 08, 2021

Do you intentionally train your children to work through conflict? Managing conflict is an necessary skill that will serve your children well through life. My friend Starla Anderson is back with me for this conversation. She is a professor of Conflict Resolution at Azusa Pacific University and studied Communication, Law and Dispute Resolution. In addition to her professional experiences, in her personal life at home she has raised two wonderful children. Be sure to listen through the end where Starla and I both share some creative discipline ideas that we've used in our homes.
If you want to hear more from Starla Anderson, you can go back to episode 5, How to Win at Conflict in Your Marriage, or episode 20, When Your Husband Has a Stressful Job.
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Hope for a Healthy Marriage Mar 01, 2021

Have you gone through a rough patch in your marriage? Or maybe you’re in a difficult season right now? With me today are two dear friends who have spoken so much hope and life into my marriage. Rebecca McAllister and Jill Hardy are here to talk about hope for a healthy marriage and I’m so glad you’re joining us.

Links to things mentioned on the podcast:

Relationship Lifeline Retreat, https://relationshiplifeline.org
8 Great Dates, By John Gottman
www.focusonthefamily.com

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Talking with Kids About Difficult Topics - Revisited Feb 22, 2021

No one looks forward to having difficult conversations with their children. When kids have questions about serious matters, they usually ask when we least expect it and often at inconvenient times. But as parents, it’s our privilege and responsibility to be the voice that speaks into the hearts and minds of our children, especially about important topics. Whether your children are toddlers or teens and whether you live in America or somewhere on the other side of the world… this year in particular, moms everywhere have had so many opportunities to talk with their kids about difficult topics.

Joining me again for today’s conversation is my friend, Sarah Holmstrom. And a new friend to you, but a lifelong friend to me… my mom, Connie Burroughs. They both share a wealth of wisdom on this topic. Enjoy our conversation about having difficult conversations with your children. I know that you will be encouraged.

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Opening Your Heart to Your Children's Friends Feb 15, 2021

Would you like to build a deeper and life-long relationship with your children? One of the best ways that you can do that is by opening your heart and your home to your children’s friends. Joining us today is my mom, Connie Burroughs. Mother to me and my three younger siblings. She began her work with children in the classroom as a teacher before we were born and has continued to pour into children as a mother, grandmother, and friend. Also with us today is my friend, Becky Slamer. Mother to two teenage children and ministry partner to her husband working with CRU, a worldwide ministry focused on evangelism and discipleship to college students. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged by this conversation as we open our hearts to our children’s friends.
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Sex and Intimacy in Marriage Feb 08, 2021

Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day – the Husband and Wife kind. Before we begin, If you have little ears listening with you, this is an episode you’ll want to enjoy later on your own. Today we have an open conversation about some of the more intimate areas of marriage. So, take off our mom hat, and put back on your wife hat and join us for a fun conversation about sex and intimacy in marriage.

Back with me today are my friends, Michelle Akrami and Talithia Williams. Michelle is mama to her 5 kids, has been married for 15 years, and curates the blog, The Unhurried Farm. Talithia has 3 boys, has been married for 16 years, and is a math professor at Harvey Mudd College. Today’s conversation is full of some good laughs, practical ideas, and fun challenges that will serve your marriage well!

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When Your Husband has a Stressful Job Feb 01, 2021

Is your husband in a stressful job? I’m sure most of you can relate to your husband experiencing some type of job stress and how it impacts your marriage and children.

Today’s guests both have husbands with extraordinarily stressful jobs and years of experience cultivating a healthy marriage and home in the midst of that stress. I’m so glad to welcome back Starla Anderson and Wendy Tung. Starla is a professor of Conflict Management at my alma mater, Azusa Pacific University, and has two wonderful children. Wendy is a former full-time Police Officer for a large metropolitan police department before she transitioned to a homeschool mama to her two elementary-age, adventure loving children.
These ladies have so much live-changing wisdom to share that will help anyone navigate the difficulties of having a husband with a stressful job.

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The Gift of a Strong-Willed Child Jan 25, 2021

Do you have a strong-willed child? The determined type with very strong convictions?

Today’s guests are two of my favorite strong-willed people. My mom, Connie Burroughs, is back! With a background in elementary education and a mother of four, she found great joy in raising multiple strong-willed children. And one of those determined children, my younger sister, Megan, is here with us today to provide insight into the heart and mind of the strong-willed child. With a degree in communications, she uses those God given convictions working in leadership development with the company, WiLD Leaders. And just a year ago she joined us in the mom community with her first son and my first nephew, Silas!

When you finish your time with us, you will recognize and appreciate the strong-will of your child and come to see it as the blessing that God intended.

Resources from the podcast:
- (book) Raising a Strong-Willed Child - by DR. James Dobson
- (book) You Can't Make Me (But I can be Persuaded) - by Cynthia Tobias
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Empowering Your Children Through Chores Jan 18, 2021

Hi ladies! Every January I love taking inventory of our home to evaluate what is working well and what is working… not so well. In today’s conversation we’ll talk about the manager of the home… you, and the ways that you can keep your home functioning best. Today, I’ve invited Rachel Wilson and Aimee Nielsen to join us for this conversation. Both moms who find joy in training their children in the daily work required to keep a home running well. They’ve inspired me and I know they’ll inspire you as well.
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Habits of a Healthy Mom Jan 11, 2021

If you have felt burdened and helpless by the events of this past week, then I’m so glad you’re with us today. At a time when it feels that so much of our world is out of control, today’s podcast will encourage you to focus on the things you can control. Starting with you and how you prepare your heart, mind, and body daily to do the work that God has called you to in your home. With me today are my friends Dubron Haselwood an online marketing coach and pastor and Ashley Hontz a registered nurse and lactation consultant. They are both moms of multiple children who prioritize healthy habits in self-care while balancing their various callings in life.
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Homeschooling Revisited Jan 04, 2021

If that small voice inside your mom heart is saying that something in your child’s education just doesn’t feel right this year, then today’s podcast is for you. If school in the age of Covid isn’t working for you and your family, then I want to encourage you today to consider something different! Keep listening and I promise you’ll leave with some newfound hope.

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New Years Resolutions of Peace Dec 28, 2020

I hope you’re joining us with a full heart after a beautiful Christmas weekend! We have been treasuring this season with our newest baby. There’s something so beautiful about a baby at Christmas!.. (look at Graham) And now we look forward to a New Year with our family of seven, with fresh beginnings and new hope. Back with me today are two of my dear friends, Alicia Dallas and Stephanie Kamps. Both wonderful women who prioritize peace in their hearts and homes.
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Anxiety Free Christmas Dec 21, 2020

Happy Christmas week! I hope this finds you well! This final week of Christmas preparations and celebrations can be so life-giving. But keeping it real… this week can also stir up some heightened emotions of anxiety, disappointment, and stress. The opposite of what you would hope for at Christmas time. Joining us today are two very insightful moms who are both masters at recognizing and addressing the signs of anxiety that can creep into our hearts and homes during the holidays. Michelle Akrami, mama to 5 kiddos is back with us today and I’m so glad to introduce you to our new friend, Rebecca Macalester, mom to a four and seven-year-old.
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Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas Dec 14, 2020

Merry Christmas ladies! I hope today finds you in a place where your heart is ready to be refreshed and encouraged during the busyness of the Holiday season. Today’s conversation is about preparing our hearts for Christmas. Joining us today are two of my sweet friends, Michelle Akrami and Alicia Dallas. Michelle has 5 children ranging in ages from 4 to 10 and Alicia has 4 children, ages 2, 4, 7, and 10. Join us as we share how a right perspective and focus on the true meaning of Christmas multiplies the joy of the season and works alongside the decorations, the gifts, and the family time to create lasting memories and feelings of warmth in your heart, and in the hearts of your children.
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-- Books --
The greatest Gift, by Ann Voskamp
The Giving Manger
The Sparkle Box, by Jill Hardie
The Jesus Storybook Bible, by Sally Lloyd-Jones
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Preparing Our Homes for Christmas Dec 07, 2020

The Christmas season is such a special time of year. On today’s episode we enjoy a warm conversation about ways that we can bring the wonder, hope, and joy of Christmas to life in our homes! The treasured decorations, the smells of the season, songs we sing, the food we savor, and the love we share brings Christmas to life for you and your family.

Today I get to invite you into this wonderful Christmas conversation with my mom, Connie Burroughs, and a dear family friend who is like another mom to me, Lori Smith. These experienced moms both create beautifully welcoming spaces in their homes where family and friends feel genuinely loved and known. They have so much to share about how they make celebrating Christmas and the birth of Jesus come to life in their homes each year. I just know that you are going to be inspired.
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Reading Aloud to Your Children Nov 30, 2020

Welcome back ladies! I’m so excited that you can join us today as we share about reading aloud to our children. This is topic a that I’m passionate about, and so are my guests. Returning today, are my friends Wendy Tung and Rachel Wilson, both mothers of elementary age children who have so much to share during this conversation. Now, before we start, let me assure you that our show notes today will be full, and will include all the wonderful book titles and authors that are recommended in today’s episode. So, no need to put down that tea, stop folding laundry, or pull the car over to take notes!
Resources for finding good books:
Commonsensemedia.org
ReadAloudRevival.com

Books for little children:
Any books by Sandra Boynton
Jamberry by Bruce Degen
Scanimation Books by Rufus Butler Seder

Picture books:
Roxaboxen by Alice McLerran
The Raft by Jim LaMarche
The Big Red Barn or others by Margaret Wise Brown
The Mitten/The Hat by Jan Brett
Dr Seuss books
Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site or others by Sherri Duskey Rinker

Chapter Books:
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis
The Trumpet of the Swan, Charlottes Web, or any other books by EB White
Anything by Beverly Clearly
The Green Ember series by SD Smith
The Little House on the Prairie Series (Farmer Boy) by Laura Ingalls Wilder
The Wild Robot Series (Recommends the sequel, The Robot Escapes) by Peter Brown
Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat by Lynne Jonell
Journey to America by Sonia Leviton

Christmas book recommendations throughout December on our Social Media.

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A Meaningful Thanksgiving Nov 23, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving! What a joy it is to be a mom during the holiday seasons. We have all these opportunities to create memories that will fill the hearts and minds of our children for years to come. Joining me today to talk about how to create a meaningful thanksgiving are 2 of my dear friends, Michelle Akrami and Heidi Ollman. Michelle has 5 children between the ages of 4 and 10, and Heidi has 3 children, ages 13, 18, and 20. Both of these ladies demonstrate hearts of gratitude that shape the cultures of their families and I know you’ll enjoy your time with them today.
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Hosting Simplified Nov 16, 2020

I am so excited for this conversation! There are so many opportunities in life to celebrate with friends and family, and today I invited two of the best hosts that I know to share about hosting gatherings and parties in a simplified and relational way. Joining us today is one of my favorite guests, my mom, Connie Burroughs. She hosts so beautifully and with such grace, whether it’s a child’s birthday party, a baby shower, or a wedding reception… I’ve learned so much from her!

And, joining us for the first time, one of my dearest friends, Stephanie Kamps. A mother of two sweet boys and known for her gatherings where she creates spaces of warmth and fun for moms and kids to celebrate together. She also bakes some of the best scones I’ve ever tasted! Prepare to be inspired today by these lovely hostesses as they share their wisdom and experience.

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Raising Amazing Girls Nov 09, 2020

Being a woman who can speak life into the heart of a growing girl is a privilege and beautiful gift from God. Today we will be hearing from a friend, Lisa Toney, founder of Girl Tribe Nation and creator of the program, Raising Amazing Tween Girls. She is a pastor, a mother to four wonderful children, and is here to share her wisdom on how to speak into the lives of the girls that God has given us. Whether you have a daughter, a niece, a grand-daughter, or even a friendship with a young girl, you will leave our time together today with a renewed since of purpose in the importance of your role in her life.
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Mothering In Community Nov 02, 2020

Mothering alone, without the friendship and community of other moms, is a recipe for loneliness and mediocrity in life. In today’s conversation, we will discuss Mothering in Community. Joining us, are two amazing moms with over a decade of experience in finding, living, and contributing in vibrant communities with other moms.

My friend Talithia, is a math professor at Harvey Mudd College and has 3 boys, between eight and twelve years old. And my friend Debran, is a family pastor and expert in social network marketing. She has 4 children, ages six through fourteen. I’m so glad you can join us for as we learn how to Mother in Community.
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Life-Giving Family Holiday Traditions Oct 26, 2020

The holiday season is just around the corner, bringing with it opportunities for creating beautiful memories of joy and warmth in your children’s’ hearts. One of the best ways to do this is by creating fun and life-giving holiday traditions for your family.

For today’s conversation, back with us again is the original creator of so many traditions in my life, my mom, Connie Burroughs. With her is a another wonderfully creative mom, Becky Slamer, who makes memories daily with her 2 children who are 14 and 17 years old. Now before we begin our conversation… a quick warning that if you’re listening with little children today and the magic of Christmas is something you would like to keep alive in your home, maybe skip ahead when the conversation goes in the direction of Christmas. You can enjoy that part later, without the little ears.
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Nature Adventures with Your Children Oct 19, 2020

Getting out of the house and into nature breathes new life into your heart and into the hearts of your children. On today’s podcast, we will talk about How to Nature Adventure with Your Children. Now I know that for some moms, the idea of taking your children into the great outdoors might seem a bit overwhelming. So, joining us today are two of my adventure loving friends Aimee Nielson and Wendy Tung to discuss the how and the whys of Nature Adventuring. Aimee has 4 children ranging is ages from 3-12 and Wendy has 2 children who are 8 and 10 years old. After today, you will be motivated and empowered to get your family outside enjoying God’s creation while building lasting memories and new skills for you and your kids.
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- https://www.camelbak.com/en/packs/hike , Backpacks with water-bladders for hiking.
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How to Win at Conflict in Your Marriage Oct 12, 2020

Conflict in your marriage is guaranteed to happen. Try running a podcast with your spouse! Truly winning those conflicts doesn’t mean getting the upper hand in the argument though, or ultimately getting your way. To be able to have a happy and successful marriage for life requires conflicts to be managed in such a way that both you and your husband end the conflict as winners. Now, this may sound impossible, especially when you feel that you are definitely right, and he is definitely wrong.
Today’s guest is my friend, Starla Anderson. She and I will be discussing How to Win Conflicts in Your Marriage. You are going to love Starla! She is a professor of Conflict Management at Azusa Pacific University, educated in communications, law, and dispute resolution. Starla is also a mom who raised two amazing children and has a wonderfully healthy marriage. I’m so glad you joined us today as we learn how to win conflicts in our marriages.
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Rest for the Tired Mom Oct 05, 2020

Mom fatigue is real. Our families and home demand so much of our time and energy and then, add work into the mix… you are one tired mom. When fatigue sets in, we start to become irritable, and irrational, and if we push it too far, our bodies yell, “stop!” And we get sick. When that pattern of exhaustion repeats itself, then depression begins and robs you and your family of hope and joy. Life is not meant to be lived in a fog of exhaustion and despair. We can make better choices and set ourselves up for success. On today’s podcast, I’ll share a story of one of my all-time lows that lead me to make a lasting decision to prioritize rest and balance in my life. Joining us for today’s conversation, are my friends Michelle Acromi and Rachel Wilson. Two wonderful moms who exemplify balance, despite the demands of large families and other responsibilities. Keep watching as we discover… Rest for the Tired Mom.

Alternative School Options for Your Children Sep 28, 2020

If that small voice inside your mom heart is saying that something in your child’s education just doesn’t feel right this year, then today’s podcast is for you. Most families are about a month into the school year, and I hope it’s going well for your family. If it is, then I’m so happy for you! Good job starting strong mamas! But for most of us, it’s been very challenging. If school in the age of Covid isn’t working for you and your family, then I want to encourage you today to consider something different! Keep listening and I promise you’ll leave with some newfound hope.

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How to Talk With Your Kids About Difficult Topics Sep 28, 2020

No one looks forward to having difficult conversations with their children. When kids have questions about serious matters, they usually ask when we least expect it and often at inconvenient times. But as parents, it’s our privilege and responsibility to be the voice that speaks into the hearts and minds of our children, especially about important topics. Whether your children are toddlers or teens and whether you live in America or somewhere on the other side of the world… this year in particular, moms everywhere have had so many opportunities to talk with their kids about difficult topics.

Joining me again for today’s conversation is my friend, Sarah Holmstrom. And a new friend to you, but a lifelong friend to me… my mom, Connie Burroughs. They both share a wealth of wisdom on this topic. Enjoy our conversation about having difficult conversations with your children. I know that you will be encouraged.

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A Beautiful New Normal for Your Family Sep 24, 2020

So many moms are struggling with finding hope going into this fall season. But you can choose to create a beautiful new normal in your home by planning with intentionality.
Fall is a season of fresh starts with new goals and dreams for the year ahead, and I love it! But this year, don’t you feel like you’re getting dragged into fall. Our lives were put on pause with the Covid pandemic and then we went into the summer not knowing what to expect. Now summer has passed, and it is fall, and I cannot believe that things are not back to normal. We have all heard that this is the “new normal!”
Joining me in this video are my friends Sarah Holmstrom and Michelle Acromi. They are wonderful examples of leading a life of purpose in their homes. These women will encourage you to prioritize what matters and they will share what brings them hope and joy. So, whether this finds you doing laundry or dishes today, I am glad you can join us for this conversation.
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