A lot happens in a one summer! -- Let's have coffee and talk about it! Hey Friends! Well - wow, that June-July-August came and went, didn't it? 😮 I hope you had a good one... I'm grabbing something hot and pumpkin-y (obviously)...what will you be having? You might laugh, but I really do imagine we're having coffee as I write these, so hope you don't mind playing along! So, grab a comfy chair and let's catch up! First we have to just sit for a second
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Declutter Like a Mother {Episode-122 with Allie Casazza}
Friends -- This week's episode is so much fun! Allie Casazza is on a mission to eradicate the "hot mess mom" stereotype by empowering other women. Today she joins me to talk about her proven, family-oriented approach to minimalism. Allie shares the very real and raw story of how her journey began, and why she believes we can all find more peace by simplifying our stuff. Whether you’re a working mom, overwhelmed by kids and responsibilities, or already on your minimalism game, I
A Q and A with my College Boys {Episode-121}
Hi Friends! I received so many great questions for a Q and A episode that I decided to divide them in half. Today we have the college boys on, and sometime this fall we'll try to get the "L"s to join me for an interview! Josiah (22) and Jonah (20) are with me this week to answer some great questions. We cover their relationship as siblings (“Did you always like each other?”...“Did you ever fight?” haha,) as well as how/when they made their faith their own. They talk about
Helping Kids Recognize God’s Truth from the Enemy’s Lies. {Episode-120 with Charity Rios}
What our kids believe will create a roadmap for the choices they will make for the rest of their lives. Teaching kids to discern God's voice from the enemy's lies is one of the greatest ways we can help them form right beliefs which will lead to good choices. After a traumatic life experience, Charity Rios learned what it means to "tend her heart", replacing the enemy's lies with God's Truth. Now that she has four sons, Charity is teaching them these same concepts. Charity shares how to
Make the Best of the Rest of Your Summer- with 3 simple Steps. {A Friend Post!}
3 Steps to Getting the Most out of (what's left of) summer! Hey Friends! As you might have noticed, *😉 😬* I have not exactly been on my blogging game for some time now. It's really just a problem of time, but I sincerely miss it sooo much. I personally love to read short articles that spark an idea, offer some guidance, or make me feel a little less alone in some area of life. I also truly enjoy writing short, encouraging posts. (They are much less daunting than a book,
Equipping Your Kids to Understand and Defend their Faith {Episode 116 with Natasha Crain}
Research suggests that at least 60% of kids who grow up in a Christian home walk away from Christianity by their early twenties, largely in response to the intellectual challenges to their faith. In light of the specific challenges kids will encounter in today's world (especially in college, I can tell you from my boys' experience) it has never been more important for our kids to know what they believe and why they believe it. Parents are uniquely positioned to be the best people for these
Learning to Live Freely and Lightly {Episode 115 with Emily Lex}
Learning to Live Freely and Lightly, with Emily Lex Emily Lex – watercolor artist and popular blogger, (who also happens to live in my hometown of Gig Harbor, Wa!) joins me today for a candid conversation about her journey from insecurity and anxiety, to quiet confidence and peace. Facing many of the emotions and struggles common to all of us, Emily found the reward of a renewed sense of identity and strength. This conversation inspired me so much, and I think you’ll find
The Most Important Thing a Parent Can Do {Episode 114 with Brooke McGlothlin}
Brooke McGlothlin has become a favorite resource for all things praying for your kids. Her interviews in episodes 27 and 42 were some of the most listened to here on the Boy Mom Podcast, and she is back with more inspiration today. Brooke’s brand new book, Praying Mom: Making Prayer Your First and Best Response to Parenting, just came out and we get a sneak peek into some of the awesome content in the book. Brooke has such a friendly, encouraging tone, I know
