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WT 249: Mother & Missionary: An Interview with Betty Loudermilk Feb 02, 2021

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In the wake of World War II, a young college graduate decided to answer God's call on her heart to share the Gospel in Japan. Today, 90 year old Betty Loudermilk joins Sunny and Karen in the studio to share stories from her 50+ years of ministry in Japan.

Over the years, Betty placed more than 250 children with their forever families and adopted 15 children as a single woman herself! Don't miss Betty sharing the word God spoke to her heart when she felt overwhelmed by His calling (skip to 20:00 if you are in a hurry). This is one powerful story of provision and encouragement mamas! Enjoy.

WT 248: Why Can't My Kids Play Nicely? Jan 26, 2021

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From team sports to bedroom boundaries, your questions in this episode concern the problems we face when our kids refuse to play nicely. Get ready for some practical tips as always and a little bit of tough love from Karen: remember that your children aren't Instant Pots and some of this stuff is going to take time!

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WT 247: Quality Time with Teenagers Jan 19, 2021

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Parenting teenagers means late nights, empty pantry shelves and more than a few tricky situations. Today Karen and Sunny answer your questions about getting quality time with your teen…plus, Karen shares her secrets to having the “cool” hang out house.

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WT 246: Building Character in our Daughters Jan 12, 2021

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From absorbing bad behavior from TV and social media to making good friends - on today's episode Karen is answering your questions about dealing with character issues in your daughters and showing us simple ways to point our girls to Christ in every season.

Don't have a daughter? Listen to these episodes all about boys:

WT 181: Building Character in Your Son with Taylor Stubbs

WT 109: Raising Older Boys

WT 108: Raising Little Boys

WT 245: A New Year's Pep Talk from Karen Jan 05, 2021

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It's the first full week of 2021 and we are more than ready. Today Karen and Sunny are chatting about how they do (and don't do) goal setting, if they have any resolutions to kick off the new year right, and what's in store this year for Birds on a Wire. Whether you've already got your word of the year emblazoned across your annual planner, or you're tip toeing quietly into 2021 just hoping to catch a break, join us as we ring in the New Year at Wire Talk!

WT 244: Behind the Mic on Wire Talk Dec 29, 2020

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Wire Talk's producer, Katie @Leipprandt, joins Karen and Sunny in the studio for this episode to talk about all things Wire Talk. We discuss how the BOAW team decides on episode topics, which questions we answer, and what's coming up in 2021 for the show. Join us as we say, "Peace out!" to 2020 and welcome a fresh New Year in together.

Got questions for Karen and Sunny? Send them in to info@birdsonawiremoms.com and use the subject line "Wire Talk questions" - we'd love to answer your question on the show!

WT 243: He Is Worthy of Our Praise Dec 22, 2020

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Karen is reading from her Moments with God devotional again today, reminding us to set our minds and our hearts rightly on God. As we celebrate Christmas with our family and hopefully get some much needed rest this week, let's take a moment out of each day to declare His praises and give Him honor.

Moments with God for Moms is available from Amazon HERE.

WT 242: Does Worrying Add A Single Hour To Your Life? Dec 15, 2020

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We know you're running hard toward Christmas this week and today's episode is intended to give you a minute of peace. Listen as Karen reads from her devotional and reminds us to place our weary souls into God's very capable hands. We love you mommas!

Find Karen's devotional HERE.

WT 241: Navigating Christmas as a Christian, Part 2 Dec 08, 2020

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We’re talking all things Santa Claus on today’s episode! From how to handle the conversation when your kids ask if Santa is real, to making a decision to not start the Santa tradition at all, Karen shares her thoughts on walking that line this Christmas. However your family chooses to celebrate, Karen reminds us to stand firm and be confident in our choices - something we can never hear enough!

WT 240: Navigating Christmas as a Christian, Part 1 Dec 01, 2020

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As believers, how do we navigate the hustle and bustle of the holiday season while keeping our eyes focused on the reason we celebrate Christmas in the first place? In part one of this series, Karen answers your questions about how to celebrate in a season when your church doors may be closed, how to prevent overwhelm as a single mom and of course, how to navigate gift giving.

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