Alooooha...from Santa Barbara, California. ☀️ I'm all settled in here, hanging with my two college boys and waiting for my parents to arrive for the week. I get to celebrate my birthday on Friday -- with them, and hopefully with all of you!! -- tuning into the...PERFECTLY IMPERFECT parenting event (October 23rd-24th!) More on that in a minute... Meanwhile I'm happy to share this week's podcast episode with all of you! I've been gathering some Q & A's
Parenting and Family
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:
Help For Parenting Kids who Worry {Episode 72 with Sissy Goff}
Anyone else out there remember being a worrier as a kid? 🙋♀️ I hadn't really thought about it before, but this conversation with Sissy Goff helped me better understand childhood worriers -- myself included. Friends, I am so happy to get to share this conversation with you! Sissy Goff has authored many books (a few of my favorites listed in notes, below) and she is the Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Recently, Sissy wrote a book
Parenting Boys into The Launch {Episode 71 with Gwen Smith}
I remember...just like yesterday...when the idea of sending my oldest son to college sounded absolutely crazy. Like it was so far away...why would I even think about it? (Or want to?) But, the grandmas were right again when they said "Just blink and they'll be all grown up!" Sending kids off to college...or launching them into whatever future they choose...can be a bittersweet topic. It can be all at once everything we have prayed for, worked for, and dreamed of.
A Refreshing Approach to School, Family, and Life {Episode 70 with Corinne Gold}
I'm calling this week's Boy Mom Podcast episode a big breath of fresh air for all...of...us. 😊 Whether you have boys or girls, whether you homeschool, distance school, or aren't sure what you're doing for school, I think just hearing my guest, Corinne Gold, share perspectives from her life will be incredibly refreshing to everyone! Corinne is my real-life friend here in Hawaii, and it's my honor to share her with you! She recently had a baby BOY after three girls, and I am so
