Well the timing of this episode could not be much better... Today we are talking about the election! Just kidding, hehe. Everywhere you look is election talk, and not much of it is very nice... 😢 If you are online at all, you are probably frustrated with all of the meanness and negativity in the air. And yet it's hard to quit scrolling, isn't it? It's hard to put those devices away, no matter how divisive they may be. And all of this makes today's topic truly timely! Today
Encouragement and faith
The Gift of Adoption, and Pro-Life Kids {Episode 76, with Bethany Bomberger}
This week's podcast episode is so special to me. If you aren't familiar with Ryan and Bethany Bomberger yet, I'm so excited to introduce you to them and all that they are doing! I have been so looking forward to having Bethany on the podcast! This woman is the real deal: Front lines...Family-building, prayer-warrioring, truth-speaking, defender of the defenseless, and just an all-around amazing human. In this episode, Bethany shares her family's incredible story and why they feel compelled to be
Moms Standing Strong {episode 75 with Alli Worthington}
Hi Friends! Today I'm sharing a podcast interview that is sure to give you the strength that you need right now, no matter what you are facing! Strength that you cannot 'work up' on your own, manufacture, or even...fake. The strength Alli Worthington points us to is directly from the greatest power source in the Universe -- our incredibly, all-powerful, loving God. This interview with Alli had me so pumped up -- and I cannot wait for you to listen! Alli's book,
A Father’s Role in Kids’ Character Development. {Episode 74 with my Husband, Dave}
Hey Friends! I've got a great podcast episode for you...But first!! I just have to share my joy: The Character Training Course doors are now open!! (from Monday, Sept. 28th - Friday, October 2nd!) I hope you can CLICK HERE TO HOP OVER and have a look, and become a part of the character training course! Note: And if you're catching these show notes after-the-fact, 😉 no stress, leave your name and email address right here and you'll be first to know next time I
Parenting Wisdom From 7 Inspiring Interviews {Episode 73}
Aloha Friends! I've got something so special to share on the podcast today! I'm so excited to get to share a sneak peek, -- some special clips from 7 of the interviews which are a part of the Character Training Course. The Character Training Course is finally set to LAUNCH next Monday, and doors will only be open for FIVE DAYS...from Monday, September 28th until Friday, October 2nd. Besides these awesome interviews, there is plenty more to the course, including:
The Gift of Imagination (and Happy Boy Mom Book Birthday!) Episode 66, With my Son, Josiah Swanson
Welcome to a VERY SPECIAL episode of the Boy Mom Podcast! As this week marks the ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY of my book, BOY MOM 🎉 , it seemed appropriate for me to invite my first born son, Josiah, to join me on the podcast! I let Josiah choose what topic he'd like to talk about and without any hesitation he said... IMAGINATION!! Imagination has been a big part of Josiah's life since...well, either of us can remember. In this episode, Josiah shares some highlights from his
Bethany Hamilton, on Life with Preschoolers {Episode 62}
I'm so so excited to share this interview with one of the most inspirational people ever...one of Luke's early inspirations for becoming a professional surfer, and someone who has inspired our family (and people all over the world) for years: BETHANY HAMILTON. Bethany became world famous after surviving (though losing her arm to) a shark attack at age 13, then going on to become one of the best female surfers in the world. Today she is surfing better than ever, and is also an
Thunderstorm Artis, on “The Voice”, and Lessons He Learned from His Parents
Boy Moms...I hardly have words for how happy I am to be sharing a conversation with our friend, Thunderstorm Artis, with you. You'll be swooning over Thunder's respect and appreciation for his parents and his encouraging words to all of the moms listening. Thunder is big-time: SON GOALS! If you followed along with NBC's The Voice this spring, you already know that Thunderstorm took the world...literally by storm, when he sang Blackbird in the Blind Auditions, earning a 4-chair
