Mom Struggling Well

We are so glad you're tuning into this episode.  These will be moments well-spent as we cover armadillo safety, how Rebecca thinks she's scored more points with God than I have, and how woefully behind I am when it comes to pop-culture and social media.  We also delve into some ways to survive summer with your kids, the top 10 summer vacation destinations in the world and random other summer facts that you need to know to be a contributing member of society.

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Mandy never saw herself as a designer, but when a homemade t-shirt started getting attention from friends, it became clear that God had other plans for her. She now operates Milk and Honey Tees, a home-based business that creates stylish, comfortable tees with meaningful messages. A portion of every Milk and Honey Tees sale supports Africa New Life's Dream Beauty Academy - a program that offers job training, childcare, and discipleship to vulnerable women in Rwanda.

• How an accidental business turned into a purposeful ministry
• The struggles and joys of working for yourself
• The difference between guilt and conviction
• Ways to cut down on the noise in your household
• Embracing life as a boy mom

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Brandy is a girl who experienced the unthinkable as a 10 year old girl.  She has labored on behalf of the loved ones of the roughly 117 people who die by suicide each day in the United States.  She wrote the resource she wished she had when her mom died.  Her story is hard but God has proven himself to be a Healer in the midst of so many broken hearts.  

• The shame encountered by suicide survivors
• The unique grief and trauma of loved ones who are left behind
• Some of the typical questions asked by survivors and how she helps them know they are not alone

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Heather's goal is to equip parents in the pursuit of intentional parenting.  She knows learning is really fun and wants others to get that too!  Her wants to raise world changers who passionately love God, love others, and delight in the adventure of learning.  She recently created a resource you'll love for your boys on the topic of chivalry!

• Why we don't want to raise a "typical boy"
• The importance of parenting with an eye to the future
• Why it is imperative that you teach your children to follow you

Knights in Training (Heather's Book)

Bringing Up Boys

Bringing Up Girls

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This girl is just so much fun! She led out and started something years ago the rest of us (and the rest of her neighborhood) "meant" to do and just never found the time for.  Well, once Kristin prioritized hospitality and getting to know her neighbors, lives started being impacted in a big way.  You're going to learn so many practical hospitality tips that prove, once again, that having people over doesn't have to freak you out.  Friendly warning: you're probably going to want a picnic table at the end of this episode.

• The dos and don'ts of parenting teens
• How and why Kristin became a front yard person
• Some amazing hospitality hacks you'll want to try 

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In this Episode we discover Rebecca is kind of a big deal in the decorating world. We also know she doesn't like mid-century decor but she doesn't mind if YOU do. I talk about a decorating fail I had where a sweet sentiment turned inappropriate in an instant.

I enjoy buying things off Craigslist and Rebecca sometimes takes things out of dumpsters.  Rebecca loves white couches and gets quite distraught at the thought of them ever going out of style.  Please consider sending her an encouraging message if you think of it.  She is bracing herself for a rough season.

Also, you'll be blessed to hear us try to sort out the meanings of multiple words (such as Cape and Cod) and reach deep into our brains to find the right words we are TRYING to say.  We have basically put our intellect on display for you.  

You are quite welcome. And happy decorating.

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Jim and Lynne are hands down my favorite parenting resources.  They offer tried and true tips that are also logical and hope-filled.  I just love hearing their perspective and the research-based care they apply to all our parenting puzzlers.  You all absolutely raved about Jim and Lynne the first time they were on the show and you are going to love them this time as well!!

• The typical ways parents engage sibling conflicts
• A new 4 step process that will change that way your family has conflict
• How to get angry siblings to calm down
• How to build understanding among siblings
• Why celebrating progress is important 

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Discipline That Connects Book

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Alisa Keeton has been involved in the fitness world her whole life.  Once God got a hold of her heart she answered the call to create a space and train others to connect faith and fitness- in a way that was not cheesy and gross.  This conversation is about way more than fitness though, so stick around even if you don't consider yourself an athlete.

• How Alisa, once repulsed by the idea of "Christian Aerobics," ended up with a fitness ministry
• What it is like to walk with God when your husband does not
• How to spot misplaced worship 

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Rachel is the co-founder of a ministry called Better Than Blended that is is dedicated to building blended families that thrive.  Through a marriage, Rachel took on the role of mother to 7 children ranging from infant to adult. With wisdom well beyond their years, Rachel and her husband's goal is to encourage, mentor and equip blended families to become pillars of strength and an awesome testimony of the sustaining power of God’s truth.

• Unique challenges blended families face
• How to make sure you're a "good step-mom"
• How to wisely navigate ex-spouses
• Planning an escape from an abusive relationship 

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Lauren is a wife, mom of two, and a podcast host as well! She came to know God as a young adult and clearly articulates what changed for her after she began to read God's word.  She is so interesting to talk to and I loved hearing all her stories.  I know you will as well!

What we chat about:

• A simple, memorable way to have a meaningful time with God
• How a serious medical condition and a huge fear of death came together to strengthen her faith
• How Lauren overcomes anxiety
• What her family devotionals look like 

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