The Kindred Life Podcast

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Let Your Heart Break Mar 30, 2023

Show notes

This is not what I planned to release this week, but it’s what’s on my heart immediately after the Covenant School shooting which directly touches so many of my friends here in Nashville. It’s also what I’ve been wanting to share about suffering in general, as so many people around me are walking through hard things. We will all at certain times have the privilege of being “reservoirs of compassion for those who are bruised” (Psalm 84), and at other times, we will be the ones who need comforting.

As we experience suffering in our midst, this episode is here for you, whenever you need it.

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SHOW NOTES:

Daystar Counseling
The Refuge Center for Counseling
Sissy Goff Instagram
To Light Their Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents by Kayla Craig
Every Moment Holy Vol. 2: Death, Grief, and Hope
Let There Be Art by Rachel Marie Kang

Cultivating Deeper Friendships with Christy Crosby Mar 23, 2023

Show notes

We all want to be loved and known in friendships. And also? Friendships are hard. For this special episode, one of my dearest friends in the entire world, Christy Crosby, joins me in the barn studio! And we’re chatting about everything we’ve learned in our unlikely 28-year-long (!) friendship that started in college when a country music-loving Tennessee cowgirl met a rap music-loving Jersey girl.

Christy and I have a lot to share from our friendship that spans several states, seasons, and life stages. Our hope is that YOU can take some of these ideas and cultivate deeper friendships where you are.

Just a few of the questions we answer in this episode:

What characteristics make a really strong friendship?
What does “mature transparency” look like in friendships?
What do you do when it seems like everyone else already has their people, and you don’t?
How to keep a friendship going with longevity, even if you’re in different life stages
Why some friendships are cultivated more like annual plants and some more like perennials
Why I wore such an embarrassing Halloween costume our freshman year at Belmont 🤭

If you want to GROW in your friendships and find encouragement for challenges that friendships face, JOIN US!

Christy Crosby serves on the staff of Grace Community Church in Clarksville, TN in women’s ministry and outreach and on the ⁠MomLife Ministries⁠ Board of Directors as President. She's been married for 23 years to her high school sweetheart and is a mom of two - a daughter who is a college sophomore and a son who is a high school freshman. She finds so much joy in this season of parenting and describes herself as a life-long learner who loves to read, listen to podcasts, and ask questions about all the things. Christy loves finding God’s beauty in the arts, so she’s always up for a good concert or theatre production. On a rainy day you can find her knitting with a cup of good coffee.

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SHOW NOTES:

MomLife Website
MomLife Instagram
MomLife Facebook
Sick of Me: From Transparency to Transformation by Whitney Capps

Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including a free guide to starting your own book club and the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

From the Outside: The Mini Greenhouse Mar 14, 2023

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This was so fun to record! I was quite chatty in this episode - I think it was all the extra oxygen in the greenhouse! 😂 This episode is from our “From The Outside” series, where I record an episode OUTSIDE to share with you ~ either from a spot on the farm or elsewhere. 🌿 These episodes are shorter and focused on soaking up the beauty of the outdoors and engaging all five of our senses.

This episode was recorded in our mini 6’x10’ seed-starting greenhouse here on Kindred Farm. From my little perch sandwiched next to zinnia, kale, and cabbage seedlings, I share what’s on my heart right now about environmentalism as I weave in some inspiring nature quotes. I also share some practical ways we can help heal the earth, right where we are. This episode covers everything from bartering to my fave new leggings.

Grab your own spot outside, and join me!

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SHOW NOTES:

Rachel Carson and Her Book That Changed the World
Silent Spring by Rachel Carson
Episode 4: From the Outside - Blue Ridge Mountains
Episode 8: Rooted
Sourdough Discard Crackers Recipe
Zella Live-In High Waist Leggings
Reel of Seed-Starting Day
My Free Basil-Growing Guide
Go to this episode’s blog post at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.

Audacious Growth Mar 08, 2023

Show notes

Audacity = "a willingness to take bold risks." Without some audacity, we won’t ever take the steps that are needed to bring our visions and gifts to the world. We must have faith and belief that there is room in the world for what we’ve each been given to grow and create…even through the struggle, uncertainty, and scars we’ll experience along the way.

In this episode, I share a quote from a memoir that inspired me, my own “Ode to the Growing Season,” and some prompts to help you build a nourishing vision in your own life, right where you are. Listen in!

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SHOW NOTES:

Home Depot mini greenhouse
Orchard House by Tara Austen Weaver
Old Navy jean shorts
Ep 14: Pruning Time
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including a free guide to starting your own book club and the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

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Purposeful Hands Feb 22, 2023

Show notes

When is the last time you thought about your own two hands and how they help you function in the world? Have you even looked at them lately?

After a day of starting spring seeds here on the farm, I’m reflecting on the balance of work, rest and play: we can get our hands dirty and also stop to find healing, slowness, and nourishment. I share a personal story about learning to care better for myself when it’s so easy to just keep plowing through. From gardening, to taking care of our children or homes, to fun hobbies, to all the work set before us, our hands do so much. We need to stop and see the purpose in that.

LISTEN IN, and take a few moments with me to stop, notice, and dream!

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SHOW NOTES:

Home Depot mini greenhouse
Scripture references to God’s hands: Isaiah 40:12, Isaiah 48:13, 1 Peter 5:6
Horse by Geraldine Brooks
Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including a free guide to starting your own book club and the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

Pruning Time Feb 15, 2023

Show notes

Pruning can be painful, but what if the pruning is uncovering beauty that’s been there all along but just hidden by unnecessary or unhealthy things? None of us wants to go through the discomfort of being pruned, but sometimes we need to eliminate some things to make room, to let our lives breathe.

As we approach early spring, it’s time to prune our fruit trees on the farm. In this episode, I share a story from the day one of our larger trees got pruned and the deeper, important lessons I learned that day. We look at how pruning could be removing good branches now to make way for more health and fruitfulness in the future.

And as usual, we have a gratefulness practice at the end that will leave you with an opportunity to see the small moments of joy in your everyday life.

For a breath of fresh inspiration, listen in! 💛

If you’re loving this podcast, PLEASE take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. It helps so much - thank you!

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SHOW NOTES:

Home Depot mini greenhouse
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connectionand get my full Signature Latte Recipes and so much more!
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

From the Outside: Forest of Fun Feb 09, 2023

Show notes

This episode is from our “From The Outside” series, where I record an episode OUTSIDE to share with you ~ either from a spot on the farm or elsewhere. 🌿 These episodes are shorter and focused on soaking up the beauty outdoors and engaging all five of our senses. This episode was recorded in the Forest of Fun by the creek on our farm. 🏞️ From my spot on a blanket in the forest, I share everything from an inspiring excerpt in a book I'm reading, to my favorite overalls, to the best outdoor swings for kids, to ways to engage people of all ages outside.

So grab your own spot outside, and join me!

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SHOW NOTES:

Hearthsong Tree Swings
Hearthsong Rainbow Rope Ladder
Blog post - How to Create and Outdoor Play Kitchen
Burt’s Bees Lip Shimmer - Rhubarb
Duluth Trading Company overalls
Blog post - Hiking, Bluebonnets, and Apple Love
Modern Miss Mason by Leah Boden
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

Showing Up Jan 31, 2023

Show notes

When is a time you felt really “seen?” In this episode, we explore the topic of vulnerability and how we can “host” people by showing up in our raw, authentic selves. Showing up in our vulnerability imparts a gift. And it opens us up to see other people who might be getting lost in the crowd.

In the name of vulnerability, I share a kinda embarrassing story about when I met one of my favorite authors, what I learned, and what I would have done differently if I’d had the chance. 🫣 As usual, we have a gratefulness practice at the end that will leave you with an opportunity to engage in your own life.

For a breath of fresh inspiration, listen in! 💛

If you’re loving this podcast, PLEASE take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. It helps so much - thank you!

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SHOW NOTES:

Traveling Mercies by Anne Lamott
Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
Mineral Fusion eyeshadow palette
Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe by Heather Webber
My Instagram reel about making pie for book club
Pics from Anne Lamott day
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connectionand get my full Signature Latte Recipes and so much more!
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

Use Your Voice Jan 25, 2023

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What does your voice, your “song” sound like?

We all have a song to sing - the unique God-given voice, gifts, and perspective we have to offer the world. Sometimes we sing for pure joy, and sometimes we sing because we have to - for survival. The song is full of grit and beauty, and it’s unique to each of us.

In this episode, I share 3 challenges that have helped me to sharpen my voice, a favorite St. Augustine poem, and as usual, a gratefulness practice at the end that will leave you with a breath of fresh inspiration.

If you’re someone who finds it challenging to use your voice - or you’re in relationship with someone who is - this is a great episode for you. Listen in! 💛

If you’re loving this podcast, PLEASE take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. It helps so much - thank you!

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SHOW NOTES:

Instagram post about rucking
Courageous World Changers by Shirley Raye Redmond
Fighting Words by Ellie Holcomb
The Little Pilgrim’s Progress by Helen L. Taylor
The Story of Louisa May Alcott, Determined Writer by Marci McGill
The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom (Young Readers Edition)
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connectionand get my full Signature Latte Recipes and so much more!
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

Let's Get Uncomfortable Jan 18, 2023

Show notes

We all love being uncomfortable, right? 😏 Not so much. But part of learning new things is being willing to be uncomfortable, to embrace the learning curve. In this episode, I share some stories about times I’ve had to learn to be okay with being uncomfortable and what I’ve learned and am continuing to learn in the process. We talk about why the EASY and QUICK way is not always the best way. By learning not to shy away from uncomfortable situations, we can experience a deeper level of gratitude and some important lessons right in the middle of the mess.

As usual, you’re invited to join in a gratefulness practice at the end, and - surprise! - my youngest daughter is joining in this portion of the episode to share some thoughts with you! 💌

If you need a breath of fresh inspiration in your life today, listen in!

If you’re loving this podcast, PLEASE take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. It helps so much - thank you!

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SHOW NOTES:

Bread Bookby Chad Robertson
Tartine Bakery
My Easiest Bread Recipe Ever from The Kindred Life book
The Kindred Life Podcast Ep. 8: Rooted
Photo of living room before and after
Lost in Wonder by Esther de Wall
Go to this episode’s blog post for photos and more at ChristineMarieBailey.com/blog.
Grab a copy of my new book, The Kindred Life: Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection.
Join my email community at ChristineMarieBailey.com and get some fun freebies for signing up, including the first chapter of my audio book!
Follow me on Instagram @organicstine and @thekindredfarm.
Share your Simple Joys: leave me a voicemail.

Links to Amazon Smile are affiliate links that benefit Peace Gospel International.

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